Graft Probe Targets City Police Amid Blackmail Arrests
Major Pullman ordered a full corruption inquiry as Dalton Galimore, 29, of the Second Precinct, became the third officer arrested in two days on blackmail charges. District Attorney Laskey aided by Pullman aims to net more arrests. Beach released on $3,000 bail after a similar charge.
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Robert I Miller
United States
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Hannah Hothwell
James A. Cohen
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May Pullman
Postmasters to be chosen by exam under new order
Postmaster General Burleson confirmed plans to require competitive examinations for all first second and third class postmasters after April 1. The move draws fire from Congress and ties into a broader civil service reshaping praised as efficiency and economy.
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Shamrocks scarcity as Irish wearers face U boat threat
Washington Irishmen may don imitation shamrocks for St Patrick's Day as German U boats threaten travel. P T Moran, former AOH Washington president, says the traditional shamrocks from Ireland are not coming this year, leaving locals to improvise.
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P. T. Moran
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Order of Hibernians
Washington
Arrest details and police conduct emerge in city coup case
The arrest report states he was taken to the Ninth Precinct stripped of badges and uniform, placed in a civilian clothes cell, and refused comment until an attorney is consulted. Maj. Pullman was notified of the coup’s success and vows to purge graft across precincts and restore the department’s name. It’s also revealed Gallmore is engaged to marry, buying a home, and joined the force on June 26, 1912 with a good record per officials.
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Gallmore
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Help for militia asked of chamber
The Chamber of Commerce board discussed supplying positions for national guardsmen recently home from the border. Commissioner General Anthony Caminetti urged cooperation with the Labor Department and immigration bureau. A mass meeting on July 4 to appeal for Americanization was planned with a special ten member committee and coordination with the U S Chamber of Commerce. A $100 fund from the Legion of Loyal Women for the George Washington Memorial Building was acknowledged.
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United States Chamber of Commerce
Legion of Loyal Women
Adam Weiss
George Washington Memorial
Washington
Mra. Weils
New York Chamber of Commerce
Washington Chamber
Leftwich Sinclair
Michael Conry Buried in D C Funeral Attended by Public Leaders
A delegation of United States Senators and representatives attended the funeral services today for Michiel F. Conry a Democratic congressman who had represented the Fifteenth New York district for several terms Speaker Champ Clark, United States Senator Robinson of Arkansas and Shafroth of Colorado were among the public men present more than 30 representatives attended.
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United States
Michiel F. Conry
Champ Clark
Robinson
Arkansas
Shafroth
Colorado
Plans for Guards Fete at Convention Hall Tonight
Plans will be completed for the National Guard of the District of Columbia reception at Convention Hall this afternoon at 4 30 oclock with Col Richards presiding Simms. Henry Lansburgh, finance chairman, announces a long list of volunteers and contributors to handle contributions for the event.
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Germans Laud Filibuster In Press Dispatches
Amsterdam dispatches summarize German editorial views on the Senate filibuster praising La Follette and Stone as representatives of the best spirit in America. German outlets say the Senators’ stand stems Wilsons war plans and reflects sober public sentiment opposed to joining war. The Lokal Anzeiger calls Wilson a meglomaniac and says his inaugural address desecrated the National Capital.
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Lokal Anzeiger
Indignant Senate over filibuster across states
Dover Delaware March 1 the state senate adopts a resolution expressing deep indignation at United States Senate members who did not support the armed ship bill. Madison Wisconsin March 7 the senate refers a revolution criticizing La Follette on preparedness urging him to back the President. Sacramento California March 7 a concurrent resolution deploring Works for filibuster against the armed neutrality bill is offered in the state senate.
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Reed
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United States
la Fallette
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Cal
Joh DB Works
California
Rauscher Estate Leaves Shares to Wife and Son in Trust
The bulk of Charles Rauscher caterer's estate, who died March 3, 1917, is left in trust for his son Rene and wife Susanne W Rauscher Thawill. Bequests include 500 to Little Sisters of the Poor and 500 for masses for Rev Frederick P Lacke. A monument fund of 1000 for Rock Creek Cemetery plus jewelry and personal effects go to the son Adele and Josephine Rauscher receive furniture and pictures. The remainder is placed in trust with monthly stipends to sisters Adele and Josephine and Rosalie Kauffman. The trust ends at the sisters' deaths and when the son reaches 40. remaining income shared by the son and wife or their children.
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Clementine Dagneaux
Henry W Sohon
Michael Heister
Josephine
Rosalie Ka
Ex Senator Kern Named for International Commission Nomination
Former Indiana Democratic floor leader John W. Kern is slated for nomination to the joint international commission to fill a vacancy expected soon. The commission handles Canadian matters and carries a salary of 7500 dollars per year. President Wilson is understood to be ready to nominate Kern as soon as the vacancy occurs.
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Indiana
Joint International Commission
Wilson
Kern
International Joint Commission
Merchants Condemn labor contracts restricting employer rights
The Retail Merchants Association adopted a resolution condemning contracts that restrict an employer’s right to hire and discharge at will. It pledged to support members who insist on these rights and set up a committee to discuss arbitration with the Retail Clerks Union to prevent strikes. The association does not oppose unions or reciprocal agreements but objects to agreements that take control of business away from the employer.
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Retail Clerka’ Union
Retail Merchants’ Association
Denounce Senator Stone by Pensacola business men
Pensacola Florida March 7 business leaders urged Florida's U S Senators Fletcher and Trammell to introduce resolutions denouncing Senator Stone for opposing the President's armed neutrality plan as little short of treason They endorsed the President's stance and a rule change to end talks that block measures Clergymen and laymen from diverse faiths led the meeting.
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Fla
Florida
United States
Senate
Fletcher
Trammell
Stone
Shortage of Funds Threatens U S Money Production
Treasury officials warned that Congress failure to pass the general deficiency bill could force the Bureau of Engraving and Printing to suspend money production within a month. A Senate filibuster blocked armed neutrality funding, leaving $180,000 for salaries and $400,000 for engraving supplies in question.
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Cure Cold In One Day Laxative Bromo Quinine Ad
Advertises a remedy claiming to cure a cold in one day with Bromo Quinine. Prominent call to identify the full name and look for signature of W. Grove. Mentions price 25e. Urges buyer beware of authentic signature to ensure genuineness.
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May Drop Contest to Defeat Grayson
Republican opposition to the confirmation of Dr. Caryl Grayson as medical director and rear admiral is not expected to develop. Senator Weeks led the last fight but may abandon another filibuster as Democrats appear ready to confirm Grayson, likely ending the Senate session quickly if the latex controversy is settled.
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Wilson
Senate
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Grayson
U S Abused At Chihuahua Banquet
American passengers arriving in El Paso report a banquet in Chihuahua City where German residents derided the United States with speeches about Gen Francisco Murguia, commander of the northeastern military zone, during their March visit.
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