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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

May 25, 1905

Page

3

Harlan committee vote on Presbyterian central church plan

Justice Harlan's memorial for a central Presbyterian church prompted an assembly vote to appoint Washington city presbytery to evaluate the plan and report back. The majority backed the measure while a minority proposal to defer was rejected amid applause and strong remarks from Harlan.

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Obituary Funeral Home Ad for W R Speare and J W Lee

An old day advertisement lists W R Speare undertaker and embalmer at 940 F Street N W and J W Lee funeral director and embalmer with livery, promoting reasonable terms and modern crematorium services on Pennsylvania Avenue with contact numbers 4280 4281 and 1385.

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Presbyterian fund for aged preachers grows toward ten million

The Permanent Committee on Sustenance reports a Permanent Fund of 1.65 million dollars to start payments for aging Presbyterian clergy. Aimed at 10 million total, contributions and an insurance plan will fund annuities of 500 dollars after 30 years, rising to 1,000 later. Speaker Macfarland will address the General Assembly at Winona Lake, Indiana on the lay member’s role, then attend the International Arbitration Conference at Lake Mohonk, New York.

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Votes for Church Union in Cumberland Assembly

In Cumberland General Assembly Fresno May 2 the majority report for union with the Northern Presbyterian Church was adopted by twenty seven votes while anti unionists protested the revision of the Westminster confession and questioned constitutional steps and authority. Fort Worth Texas May 2 the Southern Presbyterian Assembly debated federation with other branches as Dr Eugene Daniel proposed restricting to cooperation and not federation as adjournment ended the day.

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Death of William Ziegler and his baking powder empire

William Ziegler a noted entrepreneur and Arctic expedition backer died at his country home near Noroton Connecticut He built the Royal Baking Powder Company and helped form the baking powder trust His later years featured Arctic search ventures and Brooklyn Long Island real estate battles He left no widow and one son with his funeral set for Saturday

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Strike turmoil as Chicago oils up police to curb unrest

Final rejection of teamsters demands sparks citywide disruption. Employers halt most lumber trades as drivers threaten to stroll back. Mayor orders 1,000 extra police and deputies sworn in amid growing strike spread. Union leaders face contempt charges in U.S. court as sheriffs warn the public.

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Maryland Diocese Convention Proposes Mission Apportionment Cut

The Maryland Diocese convention debates reducing the General Convention mission apportionment from 14000 to 11000 dollars, due to limited diocesan funds. Bishop Paret hosts a reception for delegates, and next year’s meeting is planned for Cumberland. A boundary committee is named for parishes in Baltimore and Harford counties.

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Rate Control Debate and Santo Domingo Treaty Review

The article discusses Republican views on rail rate control, government ownership, and budget deficits. It cites Taft, Roosevelt, and Foraker while outlining the Monroe doctrine, Santo Domingo treaty prospects, and U S. balance of power in the Caribbean and the Philippines. It emphasizes restraint with a strong navy, arbitration attempts, and the path to fiscal responsibility amid deficit fears.

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Ten Room Houses West of 16th Street Offer Bargains

Real estate ads highlight numerous ten room dwellings for sale in Washington Heights and nearby avenues. Properties feature hot water heat, tiled baths, steam heat, and modern conveniences with prices ranging from a few thousand to around 20 thousand dollars. Multiple two and three-story brick and stone homes emphasize investment potential and proximity to subways and Capitol grounds.

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Republican Taft Sees Ohio Issues in Gubernatorial Frame

Secretary Taft addressed a Republican convention praising Governor Herrick for prudent fiscal cuts and liquor policy. He argued for civil service patronage reform and outlined positions on state finance, tariffs, and the fate of Lieutenant Governor candidates, noting Judge Brighton’s withdrawal and Gen A L Harris remaining.

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Appeal to President Conference at White House

Efforts renewed to urge President Roosevelt to intervene in Equitable Life Assurance Society affairs. Clarence Whitman met Roosevelt urging government inquiry or insurance legislation recommendations. Officials consider government power to probe specific insurance issues and possible Congressional action.

Roosevelt Envtable Life Assurance Society Clarence Whitman Merchants‘ Association of New York Whitman Congress New York Equitable Equitable Company Bureau of Corporations Garfield

RATE COMMITTEE ADJOURNS OVER RAILWAY RATES DISCUSSION

The Senate Interstate Commerce Committee adjourned after an executive session to review testimony on railroad rate control. It signals possible federal extension of oversight, restricts the commission’s powers, and opposes fixing rates by the Interstate Commerce Commission. The panel plans to reconvene in autumn to consider a bill assigning broader oversight while curtailing current powers.

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Licensed to Marry in Virginia and Nearby States

A list of impending marriages includes Lewis R Moriex and Patsy B Holt of Lynchburg Virginia Hanmett F Peters and Nannie Candler of Lynchburg Virginia Joseph W Cronk of Glymont Massachusetts and Bertha A Richards of Orange County Virginia Emmet Crockett and Jesse Butler William Nelson and Eliza Fisher Wade Newlon and Asie G Putnam both of Culpeper County Virginia Charles Green and Mayors Thornton George E Bryan of New York City and Martha B Morgas of Stamford Connecticut Samuel P Smith and Lice Johnson William E Gillum and Jessie B Windsor Pyne of Eiverton Virginia and Emma Charles Gong and Eva Crawford James Patterson of Caroline County Virginia and Gadie L Ponts of Spotsylvania Virginia Yaldler Mackall and Blancha Evelyn Bowle Lee Brooks and Mina Goetz both of Baltimore Maryland

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Health Office Record of Deaths 1905

A health office list reports deaths up to May 24 1905 including Ivepe Andersen 47 Bebhool Street Southwest 14 years James R Bean Children s Hospital ? years Judith Barly 1514 22 World War 71 years Rosa Fonts Founding s Hospital months Aylvester Ford 7 Hope Avenue 18 months Marthe Scales 208 12 14 World War 24 years

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