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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

May 16, 1908

Page

9

Capitol Traction Plan Creates Double Track Plaza Loop

A proposed bill outlines a multi line streetcar expansion in Washington DC. It authorizes Capital Traction Company to build double track loops in front of Union Station and connect lines from C Street to Massachusetts Avenue, with extensions from Florida Avenue to link with City and Suburban Railway. The plan details routes, junctions, and timelines, plus penalties and regulatory oversight by the District Commissioners.

Pilttee Lang and Martin Bern Mee Tebe Smith Campbell Kansas Sims Tennessee Tus Capital Traction Company C Street Delaware Avenue Delaware Avenus Senate City and Suburban Railway New Jersey Avenue G Street Massachusetts Avenue Union Station Third Tie Cap Tal Traction Company Clorida Avenue Severth Street Florida Avenue Eighth Street Pentsthama Avenue Trac New Jerse Massachuastts Union Tia Carta Firtla Avenue Washington Rails Ant & O¢Rie Company Omranes Priar Orpany Pratagone Om Frost Tom Tombin Ian En Hantall Hedence Gammisson Ers Emsioves Henair Toach Caanam District of Conchia Aithort Cor Bress Als Mitronollan Columbia Metropolit N Coach Company Oro Lia Commissioners District of Columbia Washington Railwey and Flectrin Company

Dr E Rawlings Warns Epworth Youth On Irreligion

Richmond VA physician Dr E H Rawlings addressed the eleventh annual Upworth League meeting in Washington. He warned that irreligious attitudes among young people grow as they view Christ as a joke and pursue worldliness. He urged workers for the vineyard to counter self indulgence and vanity.

Rawlings Epworth League E H Rawlings Richmond Va Epworth Upworth League Societies Washington Christ di Rawlings

WashingtonWomen Organize Local Welfare Federation Branch

Mrs Samuel Spencer elected president of a Washington local branch of the Welfare Crusade for Betterment of the Lot of Workers. The meeting at the New Willard Library organized an executive committee, adopted by laws, and pledged four dollar annual dues. The group, connected to the National Civic Federation, outlined philanthropic aims to improve factory welfare and employer responsibility.

Samuel Spencer Washington Womeans Department National Civic Federation New Willard Moss Sueridan Misa Lovering John Boit Cortelyou Taft Garfield Straus Archbaki Archibald Hopkins Charman Medill McCarmick National Womans Department of the Civile Federation Chicago New York Longworth Spencer L Massachusetts Avenue Medill McCormick Huth Hanne Federation Whch Ea One Sigg St Spang

Dimond Letters Used as Evidence in Hyde Rensen Trial

Judge Stafford ruled that most of the pen written letters are admitted as evidence, showing knowledge of the conspiracy. Typed letters were admitted conditionally, with verdict pending jury determination on authorship by Dimond amid contested credibility and damage claims.

Anenvinnis Henry P Tumont Tatter Dent Justice Stafford Hyde Rensen Landwitng Umond

Federal employes organize Republicans in Berkeley County

About thirty Aeruolicans employed in government departments in Berkeley County West Virginia organized the Republican Club to promote member welfare and active participation in the party. Officers elected include President E J Hollis Vice President L E Johnson Secretary W Hosnyder Master at arms Alexander Elliott. The club will meet every five weeks.

Berkeley County Ine Club E J Hollis LE Johson Hosnyder Weaster Neal Maeter Alexander Elliott

Hood's Sarsaparilla One Great Blood Purifier

Hood's Sarsaparilla is advertised as the one great blood purifier and appetite giver. It claims to cure blood diseases and stomach liver and kidney troubles, boosting strength and vitality. Sold by druggists in liquid form or as Sarsatabs chocolate coated tablets.

Hood

Rev Dr Browning Ordained at Procathedral

Rev Dr Robert Browning longtime assistant minister at the Procathedral Church of the Ascension was ordained a priest of the Protestant Episcopal Church by Rt Rev Lewis Burton bishop of Lexington Kentucky. The ceremony at the pro cathedral drew a large congregation before he departs for China as a missionary. The sermon was by Rev Barndolph H McKim from Isaiah and presiding officer Rev J Henning Nestar led the ordination. Several clergy participated including Rev C F Bratenehl Rev Arthur Johns Rev M Matt and Rev J D Thomas.

Procathedral Robert ©.Browning the Procathedral Church of the Ascension Wis Protestant Episcopal Church Rts Lewis Burton Lexington Browning Indune China Barndolpf H. McKim Church of the Epiphany Isaiah J. Henning Nestar C F Bratenehl St Alpan's Church Arthur & Johns Christ Church M Matt Church of the Advent J D Thomas

Shad Bake Excursion to Marshall Hall by District Board

The District of Columbia Fire Underwriters hosted a shad bake aboard the steamer Charles Macalester to Marshall Hall. About 40 attendees, including prominent business men, enjoyed impromptu talks, toasts, and a banquet with ample fare and merriment, as officers and guests were listed among the lively program.

District Board of Underwriters Marshall Hall Board of Fire Writers of the District of Columbia Potomac Charles Macalester Seventh Street Ralph Wrea Teewis Simon Wulf Fhe Lerdas Membe George Mio Bond Rudolph Harper Alphonse and Gaston Chaig Lem Towers Chaiming Clavene Duvall H H O Hergmann Relph Wise H H Bergman Lem Powers Fharry Birge H D Willam Abbott Bert T Ames T H Aimeroug J W Allen John Atten H Byher UD Barker Ur Ubesle Beal Louis Bekrer Witham T Belt H Bel Joseph Errberith Bergmaim Taylor Birth Caares McSvicsherr Francis Blundo Weorge Rei HA Bent Ceorga Isorger le Tierce Bieler Duncan Brates Tana Beatles S Brahes Jr Stacy Hon George ¥ Bown Thomas Brown Buren Caestes Wat Clark Myor Goha Combe Daniel Uur Joan Tasob Davis Bo Graham Andrew Bo Gretem Gratt Leonard Gross Paul F Grove William F Gude Benjamin Guy Joan Haat Harrison Eo Mandy George Antrore C Hayes R Harper Glarence Hellen Henry Mle Wol Hiton FE Lodge Hilt Hodge Iebert Howard II P Howard Hoge William Shedd Hoton Charles E Mood Charles & Howe Millam Hoffman von Tuck Mayek John Henderson Jr George Ingham Ho Jackson Blader Jacann Johneon Johnson Alwar Johnston Wec Jones Eugene Jones D Joes Rank Jones Hawe Kolb Aneessi Lacok Om Lea Crank Ralph Lee Frank Charles Samuel S Lutz H Lynn Welabe Lolera W Roberts Charles FE Roesch Rudolph H L Rost Sentbury Charles Schueliey Edward RB Schwartz Shoemaker K Simpson Simpson William & Smalldell S Syl Somervell Steyhan Ho Cley Stewart Sulivan Rienard Sylvester Lam Towers Jr Weld Taylor Tavior M Thanett EA Topp Richard K Tyler Richie Mo oTvier Vierbuchen Vierbuchen Hary Robert D Weaver Weaden Harry Welch Eiward Wescott H Wet F J Whitehead EB White T Woltsteins Simea Wet JM Woodwad Charles E Wortsington George Welzht AR Yoakie A Stuard Young

Lincoln Corps entertains Lincoln Post members at dinner

Lincoln Corps WOR CG hosted a dinner and reception at corps headquarters 516 Ninth Street NW honoring Lincoln Post members. Guests included John S Walker and Emma L Newton with a programme by the Philips Orchestra featuring songs by Mrs Georgia Stuart and recitations by Mrs Bowen.

Lincoln Corps WOR CG Lincoln Post Ninth Street John S i/s post R M Harlow A B Chatfield Aditm W MacElderry George Street John P McNamara I D Bloodgood Nellie Borland Philips’ Orchestra Georgia Stuart Bowen Marlan M Lewis Somnmutiee

Controversy Over Bishops Expenses Sparks Methodist Conference

At the Baltimore General Conference, bishops debate expenses, salaries, and travel costs over four years totaling about 291,270, with calls to reduce bishops and possible elections affected. A contentious agenda item retained the title presiding elder for now after heated debate.

General Conference The Methodist Episcopal Church

METHODISTS VISIT CITY FOR UNIVERSITY GROUNDS TOUR

More than a thousand Methodists from across the country visit the city as guests of American University officials. Delegates from Baltimore arrive on two special trains and attend ceremonies with President Roosevelt and Senator Fairbanks. A public program includes speeches, a concert, and a reception at Rust Hall, followed by a mass meeting at Metropolitan Memorial Methodist Episcopal Church.

American University Georgetown Baltimore Roosevelt University Lincleon Maxime Basid Marl ¢Ranston Panbanks Tishop Mre Cranston Rust Hall Flemingne Fairbanks Lailor Burkett WS Green J OD Watson Metropolitan Memorial Methodist Episcopal Church Robert M Moode Washington District Missionary Association Frank W Warne Indiana Ka Wo la Feter South America Join M Springer Africa William Butler Boston Methodist Church India Mexico Elizabeth Pierce Clementine Butler

Musicians Aid Playgrounds Benefit Concert at Western High

A benefit concert for the Washington Playground Association was held at Western High School. Violinist Tilghugh Coyle Goldsborough led the program with soprano Franceska Kaspar and pianist Mrs Heigh. Kaspar performed a serenade and a Romeo and Juliet waltz. Geldsborough offered a violin concerto and humorous pieces. Kaspar sang Stolen Wings, Seung My Mother Taught Me, and Spes.

Ithe Washington Playground Association Western High School Tilzhugh Coyle Goldsborough Mis Franceska Kaspar Mis Lutte Heigh Geldsborough Wiss Kaspar Romeo and Juliette Kaspar

Exflorer's Relics Found From De Longs Arctic Quest

Workmen in the War Department basement uncovered personal relics of Lieut De Long, commander of the Jeannette Arctic expedition. The box holds his diary, letter press book, two Bivles, a fiyma book, cooling utensils, a carbine, and bows. Relics likely to go to the Smithsonian.

Lieut de Long Lieut de Longs War Department

Police Ordered to Wear Winter Garb After Shivering Shift

Police precincts received orders late last night to issue blue helmets and overcoats, despite a plan for summer clothing. Captains convinced May Sylvester to intervene as officers entering a midnight shift complained of the cold.

Y M C A Workers Dine Highlights Education Work

The annual dinner of the Y M C A educational department at its G street home drew seventy five attendees. Commissioner Macfarland and Tyman I Pierce spoke on The Association as an Educational and Civic Force and The Association World Brotherhood respectively. Merrill E Gates chaired, Edward W Hearne led remarks on What the Association Educational Work Stands For, with student talks and songs filling the program.

Young Mens Christian Association Mycon M Jones Y M CA G Street Lastight Macfirland Tyman I Pierce Merrill E Gates Edward W Hearne Macfarland Fierce Mae Harvey Bekel Withur Brunner Bly J Duffy Eugene Wider Aaron Stambaugh Luther F Speer Assortation Mandolin Club Lyman L Pierce Merrill E Gates Charles Ho Treat Myron J Wittsm Cunningham Farmer J Day Joseph H Bilbrey Duty Jamea Jones Co McCathran Schrader Warren Kinabarger Datin Thomas Reed Stambaugh Sper Howard Pence Cecil H Cole Pater William McConnell Clarence Hattgn Bright Sonen Ho McAnelly Herbert Ayiddieton Charles 'M Ackerman Herbert C Huadher Albert W Yocum Hurley John Rubsytt Young Atton Grinnell Fred C Pond Charles M Mevnon E Medford Afarry Blake AM P Maschmeyer Percival Pridgett W M Lewin H Notten Faulkner Woolf Ward Walter T Holt Howard L. Holt Col. Harding

CAPT MKEE NAMED WARDEN OF UNITED STATES JAIL

Capt Thomas H McKee formerly journal clerk of the House of Representatives was appointed by the District Supreme Court to succeed Capt James H Harrs as warden. McKee, sixty five, native of Pennsylvania, long-time Indiana resident, Civil War veteran, and Libby Prison survivor, is expected to introduce reforms at the jail.

Thomas H Mcixee House of Representatives District Supreme Court James H Harrs United States McKee Pennsylvania Indiana Cleveland Libby

Weather Bulletin From Warrington May Forecast

The Weather Bureau reports unsettled conditions across the East with rain in the Middle Atlantic and Upper Lake regions. Cooler spells and warmer waves are expected in Maryland, the District, Virginia, and neighboring states with scattered showers likely in the Lake region and parts of New England. Winds shift from fresh southwest along the New England Atlantic coast to variable along the Gulf coast. Potomac and Shenandoah areas show very cloudy skies with light rain possible at Harns Ferry today.

Dept of Agriculture Weather Bureau Warrington Hain Steles Hogland East Gulf States Uppe Lake North Pacific Coast Maryland Columba Virginia Lake Region Midate Atlantic States New England Rocky Mountain Midate Atlantic Wim South Atlantic Gulf Coast Lowe Lakes Askea Fresch Focal Max Fur Asheville Atlanta Atlantic City Bismarck Dasa Boston Maza Buffalo Chieago Ciootnnats Cheyenne Davenport Frentier Colo Dex Motnes Iowa Garver

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