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Newspaper

Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Mar 25, 1907

Page

23

Thousands Flock to 700 Animals at Zoo Parade Day

Thousands visit Uncle Sam's bear garden as monkeys attract the crowd. Supt Blackburn reports 43,000 attendees, a record, with vast throngs filling park roads, benches, and grass as families, tourists, and seniors enjoy the day. Monkeys and barbary sheep draw major attention while bears pace ing, and the zoo staff notes orderly behavior and good health of the animals.

Washington Willam Blackburn Zoo Uncle Sam Bear Garden Blackburn Supt Bobby Agricultural Department Cirelea

Pythian Knights Present Local Talent Evening

Mount Vernon Lodge No. 5 Knights of Pythias staged an entertainment at Pythian Temple Thursday night. Local talents including J L Schrivener, N Hunter, D B Gallaher, H A Chickeng performed songs, with solos by Madge Wells Beulah Doyle Elizabeth Leckle and others. Audience joined in “America” as a highlight.

Mount Vernon Lodge Mount Vernon Lodge No Knights of Pythies Pythian Temple P. C. Button T. Doyle J. L. Schrivener N. %. Hunter D. B. Gallaher H. A Burton Tt. Doyle Wilmuth Gary

Veterans Plan New Home For Spanish War Veterans Meet

Yesterday a meeting of the Spanish War Veterans in Washington DC discussed buying a building to house a hall for all local camps of the district. Commander Nairn read communications on per capita tax payments to national headquarters and a portion was appropriated. A proposed honorary member, Gov. Rich ards of Wyoming, was nominated. the date for initiation will be announced later. A death notice for John F E Clement was adopted for Arlington Cemetery. A lawn fete was scheduled for July with a committee named. Eulogies praised Clement, next meeting April 5 will muster new recruits. Captain Foster from Miles Camp attended and spoke on camp work. Baylies spoke of Harden Camp.

Andrew Bert Department of the District of Columbia Nairn Department Willam Peacock Arlington Cemetery van 4. Zahn Sergi M. A. Maloney W. S. Reidy W. T. Stephens James Goodwin A. B. Swift S. BE. Dufty W. A. Hickey J. C. Howell J. A. Hearne E. &. Keegan W. Naim Ufa John B. Clement F. C. Foster Nelson A. Miles F. €. Baylies Richard J. Harden

Masonic Fair Dates Set With Wide Regional Attendance

District commissioners will attend as invited guests while delegates from neighboring states are welcomed. Dates span April 16 to April 26 with three state nights and many fraternal group nights. Notable events include Blue Lodge night April 17 and Shrine nights for Almas Temple and regional chapters.

Board of Control District of Columbia Grand Lodge Grand Commandery Grand Chapter Mystic Shrine Saengerbund Mannerchor Virginia North Carolina Maryland Knights Templars Order of the Eastern Star Knights ‘Templars North America Almas Temple R. P. Donaldson O. E Masonic Temple Association Royal Arch Knighta Templars Scottish Rite North Carola Gover‘nor Order Pennsyla West Virginia Delaware Order of the Eastern Shrine

Hospital Donation Day At Central Dispensary And Emergency

Donation day for the Central Dispensary and Emergency Hospital will be observed on Thursday March 24 at the hospital on Fifteenth street and Ohio avenue northwest. The year ending July 1908 saw 9 195 accident cases treated in the emergency service 22 300 in dispensary 1 201 admitted to wards 2 801 ambulance calls answered 15 903 prescriptions compounded and 371 major and minor operations performed. The hospital seeks contributions of sugar flour rice tea coffee corn meal oats tomatoes potatoes canned fruits vegetables jelly and other items as listed.

Fifteenth Street Ohio Avenue

Boys Hustle For Money To Refurnish Club Building

The Columbia Athletic Club and Young Men's Christian Association renovations drive funds for a 3000 dollar furniture goal. About 700 dollars has been raised from friends. 250 boys attended talks by H Wills of Detroit and a second speech by Mr Villa on coal. Swifts & Company reported fresh beer sales in Washington at 7.20 cents per pound.

MC. A Columbia Athletic Club Young Men's Christian Association H. ©. Wills Detroit Mich Villa Swifts Expstence Potomac Guarantee Loan CO F St Nw Atlantic Bldg

Fishing Season Open Rare Sport on the Potomac

Anglers crowd the Potomac from Ninth Street to Georgetown, with women joining in on small boats. A warm spell and worm bait draw queues for perch and catfish, including a 12 pound catfish hauled by two girls in a drifting boat. Weather forecasters promise a wet summer, likely boosting fishing tales and lessening fish stock according to anglers.

Potomac Ninth Street Aqueduct Bridge Georgetown Thirty-third Street Anglera’ Club

Hotel Guests Listed City by City in Busy Directory

A fragmented list shows guests staying at major hotels in Baltimore Boston Chicago New York Philadelphia Pittsburg and other cities. Names include George Meckena Charles Lloyd Richard Clerk Jr H Bailey Leo Gaimmie Howard Campbell and many more with multiple wives and affiliations to Metropolitan National Shoreham and other properties.

Shoreham H. ‘Turner Artington L. M. Weld New Wiiard Thicago W. H. Bond Nathan M. Trebor Wits Fred I. Gossialeigh H. G. Collins Metropolitan B. W. Hunter Mary Hazel Hunter James Durand J. W. Schauck The Anna Steinhardt J. A. Sanford New Wiand Anna D. van National Z. A. Morgan Charles Brenmeshalz Mina Enders F. A. Hammond Joseph Hosdorter Adelbert A. ‘Tidescher M. A Roreests Jemnen Wry Edward J. O Ward Misa J. N. Wood Bhorohaia Ne Frank A. de Mossman Oliver ‘Townsend Kain Townsend Amington Willam Arnold Rigas Pau Rainey H. A Hawkins Belle Watkine Ada Wathing Jennie Watkins C. F. Earls H. Hering Ebbitt P. C. Davis Grant Shepherd VM. Chetwood Todd Willard Joseph Scanion Albert Algre John Wycket Rexsnt Philadelphia Joseph M. Hagan George Lambert J. A. Harel Altigon L. M. Harber Pittsburg John H. Ricketson Milas G. Ricketson Shorshem William Loofler JG. Chaprott New Wizard California Joseph H. Mote San Francisco Br James G. Haver San Angeles New Jan HL White Meriden Raleigh H. E Hitchcock A. M. Hitchcoex William ‘Rogers Hartford J. Rogers Stanford Frederick Schavelr Mies Schavolx Stamford St. James Indiana Robert B. Nixon Indianapolis Rajelah B. Plaher W. Hom Mies Lockport Mra Gqbrady Miss Taylor Misa R. F. Robb Rochester M Gras Daytont Booth E. Macham Wie Cleveland C. G. Field Cincinnati Ruby G. Thomson A.’ G Daypin Puella Sykora Laura Ms. Trayan Pottsville J.-H. Copper K. Gray G. Gray Harrisburg Henry C. Savera Weynenboro Clarance W. Block John Dickenzin Lancaster Nations Hi. B McLauris West Newton J. C. Wogan Wilkestarre Arlington M. Ferguson Reading Charles Jarecki Eric New Willard Virginia W. W. Triplette Markham BH. M. Luttrell Delaplane F. I. Inird Aynes Tarewell W. G. Buckner G. B.morris Somerset National Kirkland Ruf Gn Norfolk H. G Breckenridge Fincastle Rhorcham J. W. Caat J. E. Gun J. H. Smith Ebbitt West Virginia Thomas J. Davis Samuel E. Bowen Charleston J H H. Fox Inton Frank R. Moora Glarkaburs Miss Lacy Robinson Charles Wheeling New Tyillard

Violin Recital in Court by Local Lawyer Honors Justice Stafford

Attorney Charles L. Fratley performed a violin recital in Equity Court No 1 at Justice Stafford's request. The audience included Justice Stafford Auditor Payne several lawyers and courthouse staff. The Missouri Society also hosted a strong program at Pythian Temple with over 100 attendees.

Stafford Tontt Charles L. Fratley Equity Court No Justice, Stafford Payne

School troubles mark hearing on teacher's charges

A Saturday session of the board of education investigation into insubordination charges against Arthur A. Craig of Armstrong Manual Training School heard testimony from several colored teachers. The three hour hearing revealed long standing friction with Principal Wrace Evans, and committee chair Admiral Baird said a decision would be postponed until Mrs Massey attends. Craig reportedly failed to substantiate accusations against the principal.

Board of Education Arthur A. Craig Armstrong Manual Training School Wrace Evans Evans Craig Admiral Baird Massey

Congressmen from District Will Discuss Delegates

Business Men's Association plans a meeting tomorrow evening to discuss DC representation in Congress. A committee was formed weeks ago to draft a bill for electing Delegates to the House. The session will be held at Guden Hall on Forrest northwest.

District of Columbia Business Men’s Association Guden Hall Forrest Northwest

Dress Parade on Connecticut Avenue Draws Street Fashion Crowd

Thousands of dollars represented in Easter costumes worn by women lined Connecticut avenue yesterday. The Sunday promenade drew society figures strolling and driving past streetcars, while men and women viewed spring fashions in public parade. Palm cross adorned boys added color as Dupont Circle buzzed with colors and chatter. The dress parade is expected to be outdone next Sunday.

Connecticut Avenue Idath Dupont Circle Wen

Georgia School a Success at Rome founded by Miss Berry

The Boys' Industrial School in Rome Georgia, started from Miss Martha Berry's Sunday school in a log cabin, grows into a full educational institution for poor country boys. Tuition is free, aiming to place opportunities within reach. The school marked its fifth anniversary with a boy presenting $71 from earnings to the institute. John Temple Graves lauds Berry's service to Georgia.

Boys’ Industrial School Rome Misa Martha Berry Miss Berry Boys’ Industries School Georgia John Temple Graves North Georgia Elucation

Seek Site for Church Edifice In New York Avenue Presby Church

The New York Avenue Presbyterian Church congregation authorized selecting a site for a new church building to be erected in the near future. Justice Harlan was named chairman of the committee and said the committee will likely be named today. No definite site is yet identified due to business encroachment in the current location.

New York Avenue Presbyterian Church Justice Harlan New York

Wall Street After Rally Faces Big Outlook and Short Interest

The Washington Post reports a price rebound followed by backing and filling as big holders resist market weakness. A very large short interest persists, with bear pressure and strong funds facing shifts in confidence among Wall Street’s top players. Money markets stay tight as France lifts its discount rate and banks resist gold imports, signaling limited near term bond and securities gains.

Bperial Washington Post New York Wall’ Street Duick Wall Astreet Wall Street Commission Bank of France Caomiron Ehort Sterling Exchange England South America Wall Street

Pensions Clarified by Pension Editor for Veterans

Readers submit questions on naval pensions, widow benefits, and service-related disability. Answers cite laws from 1902 to 1907, note eligibility limits for descendants, double-pension rules, and required proof for total blindness claims, with guidance for filing supplemental applications and avoiding conflicts with government employment.

Railways Struggle Over Rates and Costs Amid Earnings Pressure

The article notes railways face rising taxes labor and material costs while allowed rates on freight fall. Leading railway men warn of an intolerable balance unless allowed to raise rates or cut wages or dividends. Banks see impending effects on general business and crop prospects. Pension queries and legal references to veterans widow pensions are also touched.

Baltimore Mexico Hannah K. B Raurosag D. C.f Erie Railroad Company Daniel BF Eellogg

Burial of Aged House Employe Prompted by Funeral Services

The funeral of Charles Howard Christian, messenger in the Sargeant-at-arms office, was held from Zurhorst undertaking, with services at Asbury M.E. Church. Christian, in his seventy seventh year, died at Providence Hospital. Answers to the Educational Contest will be received until April 1, with back numbers or catalogs available at the office of publication.

Charles Howard Christian Sargeant-at-arms Zurhoret Capitol Street Asbury A. ME Christian Providence Hospital Fund Office of Publication

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