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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

May 04, 1907

Page

7

April trade light. advance orders strong for fall

Bradstreet's report notes unseasonably cold weather hampering trade and crop development but April trade overall trails a year ago while four months show growth over 1966. Advance orders for fall exceed last year. leather quiet, hides firmer, grain and cotton prices higher amid poor European crop signals. Wheat bull moves and rising exports cited. multiple years of historical comparisons included.

New York Bradstreet United States States Canada

New Pastor Welcomed at First Congregational Church

A crowd of over a thousand gathered at First Congregational Church for a reception honoring newly elected pastor Dr Samuel H Woodrow. Justice Brewer presided, with several local clergy and leaders delivering brief remarks before Woodrow spoke and the event concluded with benediction and a social reception.

Samuel H Woodrow First Congregational Church Justice Brewer United States Supreme Court M Newman Macfarland Woodrow District Noble Mens Club Lar Chatfield John Twedale Daniel Fragler

Dance at Gallaudet College Honors Graduating Class

Gallaudet College graduates were honored at a dance last night hosted by undergraduates. The gym was decorated with flowers ferns and flags as students and friends filled the room. President Gallaudet led the grand march with his daughter Miss Katherine Gallaudet. Ten dances followed before refreshments. Arrangements were handled by junior officers Underhill Charrman Schoeneman and Tomlinson, sophomores Davis Poshusta and O Donnell, and freshmen Cadweh Dillon and Isaacson.

Gallaudet College Amen Haslam Ameran Flags College Gallaudet Katherine Gallaudet Messrs. Underhill Charrman Schoeneman Tomlinson Davis Poshusta O Donnell Sophs Cadweh, Dillon Isaacson

Shook Fist At White House Held For Sanity Exam

Italian immigrant Gil Ferort was seen making threatening gestures toward the White House and was detained at the Washington Asylum for mental observation after arrest at the First precinct station. He formerly worked in Memphis Tennessee. Harmony Lodge No M1 held a reception with contributions from Earl Wagner Mildred Kolb George Mercer Miss Ryan Hanan Clifton White Alvin Davis Guy Lisle Lee Carr and others with Thomas Bynum delivering a speech.

Gil Ferort White House Washington Asylum Serort First Precinct Ferori Memphis Tenn Harmony Lodge No. M1 Earl Wagner Mildred Kolb George Mercer Miss Ryan Hanan Clifton White Alvin Davis Guy Lisle Lee Carr Missey Enla Smith Florence Thomas Margaret Poole Esta Kahn Elinor Schwab Gladys Lisle White Rose Club Thomas Bynum

Public Librarian George Bowerman Improves After Illness

George F. Bowerman librarian of the Public Library is a patient at Garonast Monday with an internal ailment but is much improved. Doctors say his prompt recovery is assured and inquiries about his condition have spread to the Library and local residents.

George F. Bowerman Public Library Garonast Bowerman

New Jersey militiaman causes Capitol stir at McClellan statue event

An Asbury Park guardsman, part of a New Jersey unit, got drunk and tried to bar visitors from the Capitol west front during McClellan statue exercises. He claimed state authority but was halted by two patrolmen and released with admonition to rejoin his command.

New Jersey McClellan Capitol Building Asbury Park Pennsylvania Avenue National Guard Capitol Sol Jersey Leutenant

Garfield Names Newell Consulting Engineer for Survey

Secretary Garfield designated Frederick H. Newell, director of the Reclamation Service, as the consulting engineer of the Geological Survey. The appointment honors his long service since 1888 in building up the bureau’s engineering work and expanding a nationwide data system on stream behavior. Millions have been spent annually on water powers and related works due to the survey data. The aim is to continue and expand this work.

Reclamation Garfield Frederick H. Newell Reclamation Service Geological Survey Newell United States

Eight Hour Case Unheard in Police Court Bond Posted

J Fairfax Cortrad a District Machinesweeping contractor faced Police Court for violating the eight hour law. The case was continued to next week after he pleaded not guilty and posted a $500 bond. The charge centers on driver J W Parsley working beyond legal limits. The defense argues dirt accumulation prevents a fixed daily removal time and that eight hour limits may not apply.

J. Fairfax Cortrad Conrad J. W. Parsley

Woman in blue repeats at White House visit

The woman in blue, who sought to see Mrs. Roosevelt at Oyster Bay, appeared at the White House during the Army of the Potomac reception. Secret Service man Sloan escorted her from the line. Secretary Loeb spoke with her and ordered her release after she promised to leave Washington. The woman is described as harmless and seeking to present an unknown complaint to Mrs. Roosevelt.

Blue Roosevelt

Experts to Weigh Mails Commission Created by Postmaster

Postmaster General Meyer appointed a commission of postal officials under a congressional act to supervise temporary weighing of mails. The weighing records will classify weights by first through fourth class matter and franked or penalty matter, along with equipment. The data aims to inform Congress for potential readjustment of mail transport compensation.

Postmaster General Congress Meyer

Child Victim Bitten by Neighbor’s Dog in Anacostia

Nine year old Tda Boswell, daughter of C S Boswell of 1621 Minnesota Avenue Anacostia, was attacked by a vicious dog while playing at Minnesota Avenue and Harrison Street. She sustained severe bites on the left leg between knee and rounds, cauterized. The dog belonged to Richard Dant, a neighbor.

Anacostia Tda Boswell C. S. Boswell Minnesota Avenue Harrison Street Richard Dant Kie Boswell

WO Strike at Capitol Denied by Bricklayers Union

Officials of the Hricklayers' Union of Washington deny a strike call on the brick work of the new Senate office building by Vice President Preece. Meanwhile, Philadelphia reports claim a strike may be prepared, but local leaders say no instructions have been received and no immediate action is expected. The union station project sees ongoing disputes and a pending arbitration on roofing and tile work.

Hricklayers’ Union of Washington Senate Preece International Organisation Philadelphia Tocal Union Station Treasury Department United States ‘Treasury Washington, D. C James Knox Taylor Department OF the Interior Amoke Mack Boller House New Freedmen’s Hospital James Rudolph Garythld U_ 8 Washington, D.C Tae Elock P. DL Washington DC John Stephen Sewell Enginerra the Commissioners IR C D. C Sant ‘Capitol C Streets

Man Wanted Surrendered to Washington Police

Adolph W. Kreiger, held months by Newark authorities, faces transfer to Washington police on charges of obtaining money under false pretenses from Mrs. Cora I. Arnold of this city. He allegedly took $500 by posing as a wealthy Western brewer and potential husband, then vanished. Newark officials agreed to turn him over after Mrs. Arnold identified him.

Newark N. J Adolph WH. Kreiger Cora I. Arnold Washington Kreiger Arnold Mrs. Arnold

Hotels list of guests by city and name initials

A long reader list of hotel guests and itinerants across major cities including Baltimore Boston Chicago New York Philadelphia Pittsburg Alabama California Connecticut Georgia Kentucky Massachusetts Michigan Minnesota New Jersey New York state North Carolina Ohio Virginia and international entries from the United States Army Navy and foreign fleets with many named individuals and affiliations. The fragment catalogs guests by hotel name, city, and traveler names with multiple nationalities and services.

Baltimore Johnson Raleigh J Goodman J_ W. Johnson National D Mahon St James Boston Frank A Haerewell Spronnger Moble Corcoran St. James William A Milter Rollin Jopes Chicago J_ G Everett E E Bain B Shoop M. Lavie Metropolitan Nate Morris Hardy and Wits Misa Hardy New Willard New D. W Armstrong Champion J RB Wallace M Chandler Miss Chandler George H. Barratt Regent Philadelphia L. Harvey Davis E. J. White D A Taylor James T Smith Mary CG. Smith Annamith T Connor Laura Naulty Carrie Nawlty A. Kilpatrick Marreson C H Drum H W. Dubbs A Adams H E. Sample Mary Shields Mortland J D. Miller Sarah B Wilson Anna M. Wilson Mieg Velma Wilson O. Metcalf Metcalf Alabama Sadie Gillespy Lizzie Morria Mason Fannie May Mason Birmingham B. M. Weedon Ufala G Burandt Burandt Moblie Talifornia Thomas Ball Los Angeles Collies San Francisco C. H Phillips Virginia Phllips Palo Alto L. Carpenter Dessie Carpenter St James. Cay Emily G Cheney South Manchester Shoreham G. J. Porter Bridgeport Rigga George L. Brown Stamford Georgia George C Grist Atlanta G. B. Stone James A. Hicks Thomas C Coleman Augusta Kentucky H. Munson Louisvile M. ¥ Jackson John M Shannon Lexngton James Louise Boone Lexington Massachusetts William E. Davis Wits North Andover East Liverpool Helen Demarast Jeffersonville Riggs Samuel Lewis Smith Ambrose Swasey Cleveland Virginia M. Kennedy Norfolk J. Strother Sallie W. Strother Culpeper CW Whitmore Lynchburg Loutes Fe. Ford F V_ Copeland Roundhill J Wn. Fberly Strasburg Walter Moore Fairfax

Royal Navy F Punnett and Crew Listed in Item

Contractor James Bennett, a resident of 1222 Mighteenth Street NW, was struck by a Capitol Company car while crossing the car tracks at Pennsylvania Avenue and Madison Place and thrown to the pavement. The accident occurred this morning and Bennett sustained injuries.

James Bennett Mighteenth Street Pennsylvania Avenue Madison Place Capillon Company

Miss Somerville Absolved of Liability to Bank Depositors

Justice Gould in Equity Court No 2 ruled Miss Alice Somerville not liable for the $100,000 owed to depositors of the defunct Capital Savings Bank. The injunction against further suits against her was extended as stock held in her name was collateral for debt and she had withdrawn from the partnership, with the board's negligence delaying final action.

Miss Somerville Juntice Gould Equity Court No Alice Somerville Joseph H. Stewart Capital Savings Bank Miss Somervile Justice Gould Mise Somerville Board ‘of

Teacher's Case Postponed in Nalte Reinstatement Hearing

The case seeking reinstatement of Mary I. Nalte as a public school teacher before Justice Anderson was postponed under an agreement by counsel. The District board of education was directed to show cause why she should not be reinstated, with a hearing scheduled for next week.

Mary RE. Nalte Justice Anderson District Board of Education Mary I. Nalte Stuart MoeNamars

Court of Appeals Calendar and Equity Court Docket

The District of Columbia Court of Appeals lists assignment for Tuesday May 7 with special calendar No 8 United States ex rel Parish versus Cor telyou and a slate of cases including Seeley v Seeley and others. The Equity Court orders revived, auditor referrals, and multiple proceedings set for May 6 and 7 including Cardozo v Baird and Jacobson v Northwest Eckington Improvement Company with various counsel and assignments.

Court of Appeals District of Columbia Chist Justice Shepard McComas Robb United States Parish Ve. Cortelyou Holmes Conrad & Leigh Robinson D. W. Baker Seeley Va Seeley H. P Gatley Berry Mohun Davin Chatlon R. Evans DW. Baker Stuart McNemara Phamos Taylor Maxey Et al J C. Gittings Mattingly Stuart McNamara Cardozo Baird H.E. Davis J. A. Cobb Hopp Hopp Vn. Pickford Edwin Forrest Samuel Maddox H P. Gatley Griffh Stuart C. H. Merillat H Thomas Easterling Horning Witton & Darksdale Tucker & Kenyon van Norsdell Washington Times , Company C. L. Fralley W. J. Lambert Campbell Northwest Eckington Improvement Company Appellant John Ridout Supreme Court Equity Court No Clabaugh Filbert Crawford Plainant Golicltora Wilson Woodward, Larmer & Kimball I Martin Martin Gierk Leckie Fulton & Ox Newman Lambert Richardson &Ridout Clark Newton Wolf & Rosenberg Walker Pratt Gittings Hoehling, McNamara & Huldekoper Heawards Ve Maupin Navy Union Regular Army and Lipscomb & Fugitt Smith McConnell Adle Nisi Carlisle & Johnson Somerville Stewart Lambert & Baker M. N Richardson Owen Cruit KE H Thomas Berry & Minor Hargraves Bargraves Benjamin, Johnson & Sullivan Barnard & Johnson Bradley , & Bradley Llerva Buckley Et al Azobrose & Merillat Drew Browning & Hanes Hordstein Tmo Limited Wilson & Hufty Grand Lodge Grimshaw Lipscomb Ellison & Kelewin Lawton Mitchell Thomas & Sohon Circuit Court NO 1 Justies Wright South Bend Mrs and Lumber Company Rirey Welsh & Welsh Douglas & Dougina Walker Ve Warner Et al Getting’ & Chamberlin Walters Washington Railway and Electric Company Leckle, Fulton & Cox—s Darlington Ward Ve Varnell Brown & Harnest William F. Mattingly Price Jones Lipscomb & Bilison Smith & Baker Marshal Company McKenney & Flannery Raymond Riley Ralston & Siddons Douglan & Douglas Hurst Miller C. B. Exoly Bawin Worrest Duryes Gittings & Chamberlin F. J. Hogan K. H. Thomas

Criminal and Real Estate Transfers Across Washington Areas

Attorneys Brat y Dongan Douglas and Brandenburg Heindenberg Sasniiten Gaibert appear in criminal cours numbers with United States v Wade D Alber and Helen Payne grand larceny and Edward Leon Thompson cases. Real estate transfers list numerous sqares and parcels in Brightwood Park Columbia Heights Kalorama and other wards with multiple grantees and nominal sums under trusts and lots 10 to 100.

Braty—Dongan , Douglas Tetra Concrete Company Ve ‘Cotege Mera Cenesption Brandenburg United States Edward Leon Thompson Ence Cole Kimmons & Taylor Ceear Baker William A. Hutcherson Newton M. Brooks Henry & Singer, Jr Louis Beverly St Louise Beverly Robert BH. Bundy Annie M. Johnson Benjamin H. Campbell William A. Wimsatt Brightwood Park Francis M. Criswell Hertha Stoll Squard Floyd H. Davis Trantee William N. Croggon Columbia Heights Raddie N Hutter Et Air H. Chadwick Mary G. Saxton Mary Seward Square H. Johnson John Scrivener Lo Adolphus E. Powell Kalorama Sontes D. Lovett James Berry Clund Livivestom Star Mary and Thorsa Irwin Annie E. Murphy Kate ©. Ryans Trimal Kaloraga Heights George W. McLanahan Iig John W. Kearny Arenara John Martin J. Square Thomas W. Smith James A. Dally George B. Stone Benjie P. Stone Roberta K. Witmer Jate Auld Hillbrook—Suburban Homes Company Jacob Hate Ingleside William H. Borrell Raymond A Virgil Thomarson Nore Edear D. Thompson Andrew O Brookland Joan L. Weaver John J. Bolron, Jr Annie E. Demarest Holmead Manor Harry SB. Wilson Harry Wardman Catherine Beckett Cliff Bourne G. Meredith Wirahtp Catharina R. Reynolds Washington Heights Raymond M. Walahet John W N. Webster Chappell Edward W Whittemore Rudolph Appel

Deeds of Trust Aggregate Across City Properties

Deeds of trust listed for multiple properties including Square 495 Elizabeth M Bischof to B F Seaj and James F Shea for Home Ravings Bank 1800 with 5 percent semiannual payments, various other squares show mortgages or security to banks and trustees. Also notes a new trial motion in Criminal Court No 2 for Ward Thompson known as Dr Leon, with Justice Barnard reserving decision.

Elizabeth M. Bischof F Seaj James F. Shea Home Ravings Bank Holmead Manor Catherine BE. Beckett P Thompson Herbert T. Shannon Harry B Wilson Harry Wardman Jaron L. Bullock John B. Larner John A. Hamilton Washington Loan and Trust Company Charlotte Dailey A. L Sturtevant Herbert A. Gill Bana C Sprulding James A. Duffey John C. Weedon Simon Bube B Bennett Square James A. Duffy Judson T. Cull Lena Malnatt Jude T. Gull George W White Anita Eo Murphy Moore Barbour Homer B. Harlan Walter BR. Wilcox George F. Hane Jacob Rohrback William A. Hutcherson Edward W. Whiteside Harvey T. Winfield Home Building Association Kate ©. Evans R. A. Chester Anna L. Lewis Fred W Childs Claud Livingston Lillie T Tapsin John Martin J. ¥. Beale W. A. Redmond Richard G Pari Meridian Hill James T. Newton Et Ax Jackson H Ralston G Quincy Smith Union Srevinga Bank Teabella J. Ridgway William Edmondston Louis R Peak Corcoran Fire Insurance Company Cliffbourne Catherine R. Reynolds David Moore Harry A Wagstall Maradith Catharine R. Reynolds Union Soldiers’ Alliance Brightwood Park Bertha S Stoll Charles F. Benjamin Roward T. Mitchell Perpetual Building Association Mawin W. Smith Roger T Mitchell Mount Pisasant Lillie I. Woodyard Whrton E Lester Mr. Colbert Dr. Leon Justice Barnard Criminal Court No 2 Baward Leon Thompson

Be Sure to Get What You Ask For By Cascarets Ad

A sensational sales pitch touts Cascarets as the trusted remedy used by millions over six years. It warns of imitators and counterfeiters, urging buyers to purchase only from the Sterling Remedy Company with the distinctive long tailed G on the box.

Armoreca Cascarets Cascarat Sterling Rem Company Patton

Property sale near Cleveland Park in Washington District

Ars on Massachusetts avenue extended to Wisconsin Avenue by John R. McLese property just south of Cleveland Park at the intersection of Massachusetts avenue extended and Wisconsin Avenue. Frontage 1348 feet along Washington Railway and Electric Company lines. Sewer water gas at cost to purchasers. Graded macadamized sidewalks. Terms 100 cash 20 monthly or one third cash balance annually. Automobiles at your service. Write or call for plot and information.

Silver Spring Park River Spring Park Brightwood Ava Chy Cerriagee Easley & Hill Munvey Building Adam A. Weschler Holmead Avenue Monroe Street Citg Elevator Company Louis H Meyers Supreme Court of the District of Columbus S ‘Mattingly Truzies William Hotmead District Jackson F. Ralston Bond Gwynn Gardiner Tendall G@ SLOAN & CO Marian E. Stockton Frank R. Stockton C G.,sloan & CO Sallie Evans Booker Caroline L. Rowe Peter A Rowe Columbia City of Washington District of Columbia Harry M Canger District of Columbia Folla Enah Angie M Conger Mortsageo Leon Tobriner John Marshall Place Marcus Notes Malus Ahi John R. McLese Cleveland Fark Massachusetts Avenue Wisconsin Avenue Washington Railway and Blectus Company

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