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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Mar 11, 1908
Page
6
District fire protection push seeks about $12 000 more in next fiscal year for school building contracts. Commissioners urge fireproofing of Johnson Business Western Garfield and other planned or existing structures with added eight and sixteen room extensions and earlier urban school projects.
A broad alliance named the Retail Liquor Dealers Association and the commercial bottlers and manufacturers formed at Typographical Temple to oppose any prohibition efforts in the District. About 6900 workers are represented, with John H Lorch elected temporary president and Sam De Neffrey named temporary secretary. A second meeting is planned at Typographical Temple to adopt a constitution and bylaws. Sterling Worth In Flowers advertises affordable floral arrangements.
E G Davis district taxes chief nominates a list of assistants for tax sale certificate work at 0.70 per hour. Names include C M Towers D Warner B Unser WD Clark ir B P Page H Kelir L Row and others across offices such as Auditors Engineers and Health. W Colling to lead at 0.90 per hour.
Case against John A Benson Frederick A Hyde Joost H Schneider and Henry P Dimond faces trial for conspiracy to defraud the United States of timber and land concessions in Western States. Trial set for March 16, with witnesses summoned from multiple states. government costs cited at $7000 plus $2000 earlier. Proceedings overseen by Justice Stafford, with representation by Francis J. Hones and federal prosecutors.
Announcement notes plans to demolish existing structures at 1117 1 street and 0 Twelfth Street Northwest by about April 1. A modern two story store building 90 feet constructed timber will rise, possible three to four stories higher in future. West frontage features plate glass and a second floor entrance on Twelfth Street. North side property frontage measures 90 feet on 1 street with 216 square feet total. Louvre Gye Company to lease improved property. Tinmay Keefe buys Oliver Robert property at Kinthant and 4 Streets Northwest to build four four story dwellings. Land price about 147 dollars.
A proposal to rename State Street to Ellsworth Avenue arises from a memory of Major Ellsworth, killed while defending the capital and linked to the Jackson Hotel incident. Commissioner Warland forwarded the suggestion to Senator Dusworth, a New York native buried in Mechanicsville.
Commissioners have not reached a decision on prohibition bills, with readings completed and hundreds of communications received. District Commissioner West attended the public hearing, and Commissioner Macfarland said the board has not yet discussed the matter, awaiting longer consideration.
A bill proposes a $160 000 appropriation to establish Georgetown Park on the Montr ose tract north of A street and east of Lovers Lane on Georgetown Heights. Commissioners favor creation, deem land value around $140 000 reasonable. Grand Jury Indictments: James Ross assault with weapon, John Howard assault with weapon, Sam Butler housebreaking, Richard Holmes felonious assault, George Shreve robbery and related offenses.
The District of Appeals affirms verdict for Henry P Morris against Clark & Co and the Mexican Mining and Exploration Co over commissions on stock sales. The court rules Morris is entitled to commissions if he sold stock below the authorized price without notice, and that overpricing to Maria negates damage to the company. Chief Justice Shepard reverses a railroad verdict in a separate suit, and Justice Van Orsdel rules usury claims rise from loan commissions. Additional rulings include a twelve year limit for writs of execution and bankruptcies affecting judgments.
The report notes Indian workers from Kuma Olegny Coropal Mari cop, Pima, and Papago tribes contributed to Colorado River diversion efforts and Salton Sink formation. They adapted to the desert heat, performing efficiently under foremen who understood their character, earning high praise from HL Corey and Charles EB Dagenett.
The Harper trial concluded with jury deliberation on the charge of violating food and drug laws related to a headache remedy. Morning session focused on instructions and jury guidance, with prosecutors and defense counsel presenting arguments. Separate notes mention government closing and a delegate appointment for an agricultural congress. A church service announcement and juvenile theft probation conclude the column.
Miss Mary Josepha Nourse aged ninety, daughter of Maj Charles J Nourse, died Sunday at The Highlands. Funeral held at St Albans Church, officiated by C F Rratenahl, pallbearers from the vestry, choir sang hymns. Interment at Rock Creek Cemetery. Survived by brother James B Nourse. Nourse family noted for long service in Washington.
A proposal to authorize the board of education to maintain a course of free evening lectures in city public school buildings was sent to commissioners for report. The piece mentions opposition to extending Nineteenth Street and notes local commerce, promotions, and ads interwoven with the notice. The item includes references to local businesses and public notices scattered through the page.
Miss Margaret J Bilz will lecture at National Rifles Hall at 8 o clock on a prohibition favoring program and opposing Sunday legislation. Speakers include A G Denniells president of the general conference of Seventh day Adventists and other prominent figures. Robert S Brown sues Washington Railway and Electric Company for 5000 damages from a September 6 1907 street car fall claiming permanent injuries.
Mrs Hattle V Acton filed for divorce from her husband James Acton an elevator conductor at the Department of Justice in a District Supreme Court filing yesterday. The action seeks dissolution of their marriage with the case continuing under district court procedure.
The article extols the Pennsylvania Railroad noting its vast payrolls with over one hundred thousand employees and dividends to stockholders. It highlights how the railway supports millions and boosts travel with high earning power per mile, praising the system as a standard bearer for American railroads.
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