Water service upgrades to curb fire losses and insurance costs
Discussion notes inadequate water main service in parts of the city hindering fire protection. Proposes a high pressure system to reduce fire losses and lower rates, citing Philadelphia’s earlier fire damage and rate adjustments. Highlights sprinkler adoption as a major rate reduction and emphasizes insurance premium growth tied to improved risk. Mentions Washington insurance trends and asserts overall reasonable rates.
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Czar as Detective and Western Insurance Talks
Fragmented column notes compare Washington commerce and public attitudes with statements by Thomas Martin Lee R. Martin Joseph H. Bradley and W H West. An excerpt from London letters discusses the Great White Czar and autocracy, including an anecdote about Charles Lowe losing items at the Kremlin coronation.
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