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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Mar 06, 1912

Page

4

Oysters Seized In Potomac River Crackdown

Officials from the bureau of chemistry with a court order seized about 600 bushels of oysters from two schooners at the Washington oyster wharf. Disease germs were found in the clams, and inspectors will guard the cargo aboard for 48 hours before disposal to curb local market sales.

Bureau of Chemistry Department of Agriculture Justin Barnard Pintrict Supreme Court Washington Potomac Oyater Wharf Oyaters Lnat Oyaterbnat Wicomba Bureau

Shefford Snappy Cheese Promoted as Healthful Treat

The notice touts Shefford Snappy Cheese as healthful, made in the old English way and packed in foil to protect it from dust and contamination. It states the cheese is sold by CHATTATQUA DAIRY CO in Syracuse NY and invites family buyers.

Chattatqua Dairy CO

Old-Time Host to Go Friend of Speaker Reed

John T. Devine, twenty years manager of the Shoreham Hotel in Washington, will leave upon lease expiration October 1 as the hotel passes to new lessee J. Maury Dove. Devine recalls his ties to Speaker Thomas Reed and regrets departing his Washington home for New York. He hints at returning to New York and reflects on changes in the capital hotel scene.

Washington New York J. Maury Dove John T. Devine Teanna Shoraham Hotel Hll Levi P. Morton Tom Mr. Devine Devine Mr. Deving Capt. Valentine Shoreham St. James Hotel St. James St. Mare Thirty-ninth Street Fifth Avenue Long Beach Hotel Alty

Enthusiasm for Shevinne Shines in Washington Concert

Russian pianist Shevinne drew record enthusiasm in Washington for the Philharmonic Society concert at the National yesterday afternoon. He played Rubinstein’s concerto in F flat major, a piece tied to his Berlin Rubinstein prize win seventeen years ago, earning cheering ovations for dazzling technique and noble spirit. The program also featured Mozart, Tchaikovsky, Strauss, and Grieg with conductor Stransky delivering virile, poetic readings, highlighting the Grieg finale and Strauss love scenes as season peaks. The orchestra's refined grace and the finale’s noble accents left music lovers eager for the 1912-13 season begins on November 26, January 14, and March 1.

Boston Symphony New York Orchestra Washington Seraon Whan Shevinne Philharmonic Society National Thi Rubinstein Berlin Mozart Stransky

Botanical Society Open Meeting at Shoreham Hotel

Members of the Botanical Society of Washington and friends gathered at the Shoreham Hotel for the seventy ninth regular meeting and annual Open Meeting where ladies are invited. W J Spilman read the Present Status of Genetics address, followed by a social hour and hotel orchestra music. Officers listed include President W A Orton Vice President Albert Hitchcock Recording Secretary Edward C Johnson and Corresponding Secretary Dr W W Stockberger.

Botanical Society of Washington Shoreham W. J. Spilman W. A. Orton Albert Hitchcock Edward C. Johnson W. W. Stockberger

Impressive Floral Decorations and a Coal Rate Enjoin Denial

Impressive floral decorations by Gude's artiste highlight the article. A Commerce Court order denied the injunction against the Interstate Commerce Commission ruling on reasonable rates for bituminous coal from Illinois mines to Chicago and beyond, including Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

Commerce Court Interstate Commerce Commission Ilinota Mines Chicago Milwaukes Wis

Tech Minstrels Draw Crowd at Armory Benefit

A crowd packed the National Rifley armory auditorium for a minstrel show by Technical High School students to benefit the athletic association.

Tech National Rifley Armory Technical High School Athletic Association

City Bulletins Amusements and Local Ads

Local notices list amusements in Columbia with showtimes for Belasce Bleuche Tog and Broadway Gaiety Girl plus venues like Savoy and Casino. Also includes services from Harvey's Conger Laundry, West 477, Main 3644 wine and beer deliveries, and Cafe dining at Walls Cafe amid scattered promotions and bakery bread ads.

Columbia Henry Miler Belasce Bleuche Tog Kentucky Gayety Colombia Harvey's Conger Tel West John T. Crowley The Walls Cafe

Candidates Named for Group B City School Vacancy

Yesterday the slate of candidates for the lone Group B vacancy in city schools was announced. One A Clark of Boainese High presents Arabian Learning and Ellen Golden of Central High offers The Teaching of High School Mathematics and How They May Be Able to Life Deal. Reneamon, Central High, proposes The Sextiment Wooling to French Literators. Ora Hoegelsberger, Central High, outlines The Alignit care to the Nemaigeance of the Tristan Story to the Nineteenth Century. Chun Schwarte of Eastern High argues Struggte of the Vernacular Against the Classical Languages in German Education Work Prior to 160. Mabel Hawes of Kareren High presents Roman Belief With Reference to the Soul and Life after Death. John Adame of McKinley Manual offers Photography. Elmer S. Newton of Western High presents The Use of CO2 as a Preservative for Milk. A. 4. Doolittie of Central Hugh proposes The Planktor Grmetacen of Sebago Lake. Jennie J. Martin of Central suggests The Significant Jitters of an Invigtfeant Streem. Ofella Cromwell of Armstrong High offers Addison and Dr Johnson as Writers of the Short Essay.

Clark Boainese High Artherian Lowen Ela ML Morgen Central Biph Arabian Learnton Ellen Golden Central High Tome Ofmentites McKinley Mansal Reneamon Ora Hoegelsberger Chun Schwarte Eastern High Mabel Hawes Kartern High John Adame McKinley Manual Elmer Newton Western High Doolittie Central Hugh Sebago Lake Jennie J. Martin

District authorities refuse street widening offer

The District commissioners say they lack authority to accept a purchase offer from the Capital Traction Company for land north of Ulited between Florida Avenue and Eighteenth Street Northwest. The aim is to widen the highway and adjust a curve for the railroad. They will support the change only if the railroad company covers the costs.

Caastal Traction Company Ulited Florida Avenue Eighteenth Street

District of Columbia Excise Board Report Counts Licenses

The DC excise board report to Congress shows 644 liquor licenses granted last year and 23 applications rejected. Seven percent of applicants were convicted of excise law violations. Fines and collateral forfeitures totaled 2.8 percent of the money collected, with forfeited collateral counting for 100 percent of Pia. The real fines received were $2,553.

Excise Board of the District of Columbia Congress Pia

Bottle Company A Victor Receiver Dismissed

A Washington Post report notes the Belle-Pre Bottle Company case where Edward & Reeve & Stockholders sought a receiver for the Delaware charter firm. Judge J. B. T. Thornton dissolved the motion and lifted a temporary injunction, allowing the directors and trustees to manage assets. Officials expect to resume operations soon.

Washington Post Auread King Street Alexandria Edward &. Reeve Belle-Pre Bottle Company J. B. T. Thornton Alexandria City P Flaher J. R. Caton Anl Gardner L. Boothe SG. Brent C. H. Nicol John M. Johnson Delaware

New Stage Built in Willard Ballroom for Kermess

A new stage rose in the Willard ballroom last night with seating rising to resemble a theater as the kermess opens tomorrow. Tonight and tomorrow will rehearse the 160 dancers for their acts while booths go up and society girls sell lemonade flowers and candy. Mrs Henderson and Mrs Lee Phillips lead the flower booth with assistants Katharine Weeks Pinchon Mina Kibby Doris Haywood Mary Howry Adelaide Heath Helen Parker Helen Buchanan Mabel Hume Alice Gaoawin.

Willard Ballroom Corps of Society Robert Henderson Lee. Phillips Katharine Weeks Pinchon Mina Kibby Doris Haywood Mary Howry Adelaide Heath Helen Parker Mina Helen Buchanan Mabel Hume Alice Gaoawin

Contests Near End as Readers Rally for Prize Money

The Post urges quick entry to its endless ban contest with top prizes up to 529. Readers are told every participant has equal odds, with close dates looming a week and a half away. Subscriptions allow higher bids, and many solutions have varied widely from 66 to 1149. The closing moment is midnight on Saturday March 16.

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Court Grants Father Custody Of Richmond Boy

Thomas Newton Nuckels of Richmond Va is awarded custody of his 1 year old son Thomas Newton Nuckels Jr by Justice Anderson. The mother Mrs Campbell King is denied a supersedeas bond to retain possession. The court keeps the child in its jurisdiction until 10 am to allow appeals and amendments to the mother's counsel.

Thomas Newton Nuckels Richmond Thomas Newton Nuckels, Jr Anderson Campbell King Nuchala Fulton and Wampler Ambrose Justice Anderson Mr. Ambrose

Auto Trade Association Elects Washington Officers

The Automobile Trade Association of Washington held its third meeting in the Colorado building. EM Van was named president, Norman Bowles vice president, EW Pawel secretary, and J A Thom treasurer, to serve until June. A membership committee was appointed including Van Ness Bowles McKrew Smort and Wilson. The session adjourned after addressing several matters.

Automobile Trade Association of Washington Hell HR. T. McKnew Colorado Pifleera Felows EM van Norman

Night prowler robs three homes in capital week

Police hunt a clever thief known as the Sneak who has entered homes with a duplicate key and rifled pockets while residents slept. Victims include F street Southwest man missing $129, Ninth Street Northwest resident $21, and James S. McTihennys at 178 Junes Street Northwest $430 in clothing. A jewelers store on Fourteenth Street Northwest reported a break in with diamond risk, and other losses include cigarettes, bags, and cash from various addresses. The suspect remains at large.

Variahls JF. Watts F Street Southwest Graterdas Bavid Truitt Ninth Street North West Rome Mana James S. McTihenns Washington Gas Light Company Jumes Street Mra Cole Fred H Cole Cole & Swan, Jewelers Fourteenth Street Cole Mrs & IL Summerfield Te Street John FR Hopkins B Street Mary G. Taylor Second Street

Paris Spring Hats Shown At King’s Palace Store

Opening day of the spring and summer merchandise season at King’s Palace drew a large crowd with emphasis on millinery. French and American designers influence featured hats of varied sizes and shapes, trims, and new straight up to the air silhouettes. French names Camille Roger Georgette Verot Recom and others are showcased with standout models including feathered continental styles and hand painted accents.

King'a Palace France America Camille Roger Georgette Verot Revoux Paris

Will Of Miss King Filed For Probate And Bequest

The will of Miss Margaret King, filed for probate, bequeaths $0 to Rev. Eugene Conelly for masses while directing $290 to erect a monument. Executors John Kennedy and Joh Quinn named. Beneficiaries include Mrs. Maygie Kreuscup, Katie O'Rear, Mrs. Mary Tyler, Joseph Kennedy, Mrs. Iarriett Fernal, and Patrick King. A second will by Mrs. Catherine O Connor dated January 4, 1897 names son Michael O Connor and brother Charles as executors and heirs. A separate notice invites participation in a March 18 contest with prizes and a large grand prize, urging timely entry.

Margaret King Eugene Conelly Catholic Church of the Immaculate Conception John Kennedy Joh Quinn Maygie Kreuscup Katie O'Rear Mary Tyler Joseph Kennedy Iarriett Fernal Patrick King Catherine O'Connor

Struck Auber Hoch Laders Larath Titel Zlebrer Bart

A fragmented OCR snippet lists names and terms including Auber Hoch Laders Larath and Bart. The readable portion hints at a roster or event title but lacks full context or details to confirm roles or outcomes.

Laders Larath

Permanent cure claim for chronic constipation by Dr Caldwell Syrup Pepsin

Readers are told that Dr Caldwell Syrup Pepsin offers a gentle permanent cure for constipation supported by testimonies from J. W. Whitley and Wm. Glenn. The ad notes the product is a laxative for the entire family and offers a free sample bottle by mail before purchase from any druggist.

Thouwande Elaine Rding Ht J. W. Whitley Marion Wm. Glenn Preston St Baltimore F'ncaliweh Mons

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