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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Mar 16, 1906

Page

2

Jerome Pushes Ease Dive as Offenders Grow List

Special to The Washington Post reports intensified efforts in New York to try alleged keepers of white women in disorderly houses. Two more girls, Haste Weintraub and Annie Greenblatt, are missing amid fears tied to alleged slave trade rings, with authorities noting additional arrests and closures of negro joints in Tender town as the inquiry widens.

Washington Po.t New York Bob Sprigs al Balle Kennett Jerome Mabel Fiulmes Bennett Antorney Murphy John A. Henneberry Spriggs Philadephia Beships Lig Ventures Atresty Henneferry Bennet Furme Ataic Trate Haste Weintraub Fannie Delancey Street Anatalie Weling West Annie Greenblatt We) Mower and Wooster Trent

Lawson Sends Warning Over Insurance Legislation

Thomas W. Lawson triggers alarm from Albany to Rochester by telegram accusing backers of plans to kill proposed insurance reform laws. He claims custody of recent policies and affidavits showing rebates and coercive tactics. Armstrong of Rochester declines to comment on the telegram.

Albany Loxton Mass Thomas W. Lawson Cimiman’ Armstrong Insurance Investigating Committee New York Reform Armatong Rochester Special Joint Legislative Investigating Committee Lawson

Todd will upheld in York inquest ruling

The will of Mrs. Margaretta Todd, the elderly heiress who died on railroad tracks near Philadelphia last fall, was upheld by Surrogate Fitzgerald. An alternate executor bid by her daughter and grandson to replace Inverroll Lockwood, her lawyer and confidant, was rejected. The death remains a mystery with unresolved questions about possible foul play.

York Margaretta Todd Philadelphia Fitzgerald Todd Myn ‘Edd Inverroll Lockwood

Funeral of Miss Anthony in Central Presbyterian Church

Susan B Anthony's funeral was held at Central Presbyterian Church in Rochester with hundreds denied admission and waiting outside. Clergy from multiple faiths attended as her body was carried out, followed by interment at Mount Hope Cemetery. The procession reflected a city in mourning and the era’s civic figures attended.

Rochester Susan B. An Central Presbyterian First Unitarian Church Wiliam Lidyd Garrison Lawrence Mars Currie Chaypman Catt New York Amma Howatd Shaw Philadelphia M. Jerome Defirey Anthony Mount Hope Cemetery

Washington reels from telegraph wire damage across region

A heavy storm yesterday disrupted telegraph lines between Washington and New York City. The Vestal and Western Union reported delays in transmitting messages and repaired outages, with messages finally dispatched last night. Weather forecaster Garriott noted the storm’s reach across Utah plateau, the continental area, and a sharp fall in North Dakota temperatures.

Washington New York City Vestal Western Union Ivo Linus Garriott New York Utah Bn North Dakoth

Yerkes Estate Unimpaired Says Death Not Affected By Traction

Clarence A. Yerkes for Mrs Yerkes declares after probate that the estate of the late millionaire is unimpaired by Union Traction. He notes the only assets are Consoli dated Trust Company bonds and asserts New York rumors of local traction stock failures are baseless. Louis S. Cs rley to act as executor with a $6000 bond. Mrs Wilson Mizner not executor.

Union Ehwagy Clarence A. Kbit Commel Yerkes Chicago Union Traction Mr. Knight Consolidaten Supreme Court Wilson Mizner Yeskes Louis 8. Crsley New York

Connecticut senators split over Philippine tariff bill opposition

Seventeen Connecticut business leaders push for the tariff, urging Bulkeley and Brandegee to vote in its favor. Bulkeley replies that constituents involved in tobacco, cigarmaking, mice culture, and sugar oppose the measure, citing a square deal for Filipino trade and protective policies. Brandegee endorses Bulkeley’s stance, declining further comment.

Connecticut Morgan G. Bulkeley Frank B. Yrandegee John H. Whittemery Nauuatuck James S. Elton Waterbury P. Corbin New Britain Charles NM. Jarvis Sylvester C. Dunham Hartford G. M. Landers D. N. Parney Marmington C. 3. Mellen New Huayren Melga H. Whaples Hrandegre Republican Party Ameri Bulkeley Brandegee

Injuries Sought Five Thousand in City Street Car Case

Ellen F. Elgin sues Capital Traction Company in District Supreme Court for 5000 damages claiming injuries on The company UW street line at U and Hlevenih streets when a streetcar started suddenly as she alighted. She alleges bruised pack and hips and a concussion of the spine, leaving her permanently disabled. Counsel are Mason N. Richardson and James A. Cobb.

District Supreme Court Ellen F. Elgin Capital Tractio Company Comny UW Street U and Hlevenih Mason N. Richardson James A. Cobb

Negro Lawyers Meet to Urge Juvenile Court Judge

At a meeting of local black attorneys held at 1109 I Street NW last night, a candidate for Juvenile Court judge was chosen to be presented. A five member committee was elected to petition the President for the appointment. Thomas L. Jones led the argument noting the small number of postings for Negro lawyers in local courts given the city’s population.

W. Calvin Chase I Street Mit Thomas L. Jones

David Murphy Dies At Fifty Eight A Livery Stable Man

David Murphy aged fifty eight a livery stable owner and horse dealer at 456 Virginia Avenue died after a brief illness. He was well known in the area and leaves a considerable fortune and a wife with no children. Funeral services likely Monday from St Dorainics Church.

David Murphy Virginia Avenue Murphy St. Dorainic’s Cluach

Washington Savings Bank Buys Adjacent Lot for Expansion

Stockholders of Washington Savings Bank bought the north lot at Twelfth and G Streets for 16 000 to add to their building. The 1 761 square foot site will host a 25 000 addition with plans by Frank Meyers. Completion is expected by next fall with a possible extra story and total value around 177 000 after renovations.

Washington Savings Bank Twelfth Street James B. Winer Frank Meyers M. M. Moffitt Jackson H. Ralston

Fifteenth Street Office Building Sold for 175000

Clarence P. Norment of Central National Bank and J Thiman Hendrick of Manhattan Life Insurance purchase the four story and basement office building at 73 Fifteenth Street for 175000. The deal, the third in two days in the area, suggests investment intent with no definite remodeling plans. Hendrick may move his offices there. The property fronts Fifteenth Street and houses about forty five rooms used by notable tenants.

Clarence P. Norment Central National Bank J. Thiman Hendrick Central Oaen Manhattan Life Insurance Company Fifteenth Street Thoamas B. Fosuson Colonial Hotel Union Trust Company John Beuitehell Thomas J. Fisher & Co Ais Hendrick Fourteenth I Street Conidias Thomas L Hume The Stock Exchange W. & J. Lane New York Washington New York Herald W. W. Corcoran Germany Thomas B. Mercuson

Rush Your Coupons Will Publish the Standing Race

A close race drives voter interest as each ballot counts while Jewish women appeal for aid. A local dance club organizes a four dance event to mobilize friends and rally support in hopes of winning a prize.

Dance Club

Standings of Contestants To Be Published Sunday

The Post Sunday will publish a list showing the standing of contestants in the piano race. All coupons or certificates received at The Post office by 12 o'clock noon tomorrow will be included in the tabulation determining the relative positions of the candidates.

the Post

Washington Post piano contest readers count ballots

The Washington Post piano contest heats up as ballots pour in and the coupon editor tallies papers to reveal standings by noon tomorrow. Donations pour in to Florence Crtteston Home and other prizes, while the Washington Canoe Club hosts a souvenir dance near Georgetown, awarding prizes to coupon participants despite bad weather.

Washington Post Washington, D. C Council of Jewish Women Joe Hutlman Itairmont Street Alexandria Nerton Post Eritar Kateler Barrett Florence Critteston Third Street Post Office Washington Kate Waller Barrett Washington Canoe Club

Coroners Jury Links Fuller Construction to Raleigh Hotel Collapse

The coroner's jury held the George A. Fuller Construction Company responsible for the Raleigh Hotel annex accident that killed five and injured three. Witnesses, including company workers, testified that faulty derrick and hoisting machinery caused the collapse, with Coroner Novitt noting no personal or criminal blame. the verdict signals possible civil action but not yet filed.

George A. Fuller Raleigh Hotel Novitt David Trammontt William Schlorb

Police Lieut Moore Undergoes Operation in Ill Health

Police Lt J A Moore of the first precinct, ill for ten days, underwent surgery yesterday at his home 1255 I street NW. Doctors report his condition worsened and the outlook grave. Moore, with the force twenty years, suffered stomach trouble. Also, $5,000 was sent to Japan through the State Department, bringing total aid from here to $50,000 for famine relief.

J. A. Moore First Precinct I Street Lieut. Moore Department State Department Japan Charles Hallam Keep National Red Cross Society

Blizzard in New York Brings Snow and One Death

A powdery storm, driven by a northward gale up to 40 mph, dumps more than five inches on New York and nearby areas. Dry snow keeps surface lines moving with minor delays. one man dies from exposure. Pa reports general snow. Wyoming Valley sees up to 15 inches in Wilkesbarre. Colorado endures heavy snow with fatalities and rail delays.

Pennsylvania Wyoming Valley New York Philadelphia Wilkesbarre Shamokin Coliery Denver Colo Colorado Ammas Forks Tven

Founders Day Banquet Held by Washington Alumni Club

Frederick H. Austin presided as toastmaster at the Washington Alumni Club of Phi Delta Theta Founders Day banquet at the University Club. Gen John Black and other dignitaries delivered responses, with notes from John W. Foster and McReynolds. Plans were announced for the national fraternity convention to be hosted here next Thanksgiving week.

Washington Phi Delta Theta University Club John W. Foster McReynolds Philadelphia G. L. Spencer Tropics Frederick H. Austin John @. Black Graff Claude N. Bennett John Joy Edwon, Jr William N. Compston C. B. Soloberger Carl D. Sheppard Oscar A. Mechiin John E. Meisenhelder George M. Rommel Pal Delts Rommel Joli Joy Edson Gilbert Woolworth

Choir Gives Mendelssohn Athalie at St Thomas Church

Mendelssohn’s musical version of Athalie was staged Wednesday at St Thomas Church under Edmund A. Varela. The regular choir with a string quartet reinforced the organ and piano for the overture and the War March of the Priests. Soloists included Nina McEwen Elizabeth Stuart and others. proceeds go to the organ fund.

Mendelssohn Athalie Ra~eine St .Thomas’ Church Edmund A. Varela Messrs Anton Kaspar J. Harrison Joseph Finckel Ernest Vent C. Ernest Smith Nina Mc'Ewen Elizabeth Stuart Curry Mercer Harry Stevens Willam D. Hoover Organ Fund

Master Plumbers' Association backs action after assault claims

President Caverly of the Master Plumbers' Association accuses locked-out journeymen of inciting attacks on nonunion workers. He says a warrant for an assailant exists, outlines other charges, and plans injunctions to stop interference. Builders' group support is expected to strengthen the master plumbers amid ongoing protests.

Builders’ Association Caverly Master Plumbers’ Association Chatlon My. Caverly Howard H. Dove S. S. Shedd & Bro. Company Ile Dove Caverly- Ag Master Builders’ Association of Washington

Goldsborough Shows Mastery In Final Recital At Reuschers

Fitznught Goldsborough delivered a demanding program featuring Cechaikowsky and Bach works, Saint Lubin pieces, a Scotch Fantasy, and Sarasate’s Eighth Spanish Dance, displaying flawless technique and expressive depth. Oscar Gareissen offered two song groups, Handel, Schubert, and Weingartner, with strong vocal timbre, while Alice Burbage accompanied, though her name was briefly omitted from the program.

Fitznught Goldsborough Reuscher Dirst Cehaikowsky Bach Leon de Saint Lubin Max Brach Washington Mohao Fehaikowsky Alice Burbage Misa Burbage

Raising Fund For Powers In Washington For Third Trial

A group of prominent Kentuckians start a Washington fundraising drive to aid Caleb Powers in his fourth trial. The effort seeks to ensure he can present his case fully in court, listing organizers and contact addresses in Washington D C.

Caleb Powers Kentucky Washington Powers M. Ray Yarberry Third Street Henry Taylor Massachusetts Avenue John Speed Smith K Street Harry Giovannett N Street Milo Shanks Heckman D. C. Edwards House of Representatives Clarence F. Norment Central National Bank Seventh Street Pennsylvania Avenue

Funeral for Samuel Kauffmann set for tomorrow

Samuel Hay Kauffmann, president of the Evening Star Newspaper Company, dies at seventy seven. Bishop Satterlee will conduct funeral services at 2 p.m. at the Kauffmann residence on Highland Terrace. Burial to take place at Rock Creek Cemetery tomorrow afternoon. Attending family includes sons Rudolph and Victor and daughter Mrs John Simpson along with Dr Simpson. The Corn Art Gallery Association exhibition is postponed due to the death.

Samuel Hay Kauffmann Rock Creek Bishop Satterlee Kauffmann Highlands Terrace Evening Star Newspaper Company Ruolph Victor John Q. Simpson Dr. Simpson Scautzmann Cor~corn Art Gallery Association

Weather conditions and storm forecasts across regions

U S Weather Bureau reports the Southern Alabama storm near Southern New England with northeast gales and snow. Temperatures rise slowly in the Northwest and interior valleys. Rain and snow affect New England to the Lower Lakes, with rain across the Southeast and Middle Atlantic. Winds vary by coast, with high northwest flow into the Grand Banks. Temperatures, humidity, and sunshine data are listed for midnight through 8 p m, plus comparative figures from last year.

U. B New England Middle Atlantic States Chile Valley Lower Lake Region Nebraska Kansas Rocky Mountai Plateau Beth Atlantic South Atlantic Lower Lakes Mississippi Valley Ohio Valley Texas Misatasippi Gulf States Middle Atlantic Atantic Gulf Coast West Lake Micigan European Grand Banks Alabama Georgia South

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