Decoration Day at Arlington and Washington Cemeteries
A sweeping Decoration Day ceremony honors fallen service members across Arlington National Cemetery and Washington area sites. Distinguished attendees include diplomats and veterans groups while rostrums feature speeches on national unity and Roosevelt era leadership. Graves of unknowns and famed generals alike receive tribute as processions, prayers, and choir performances mark the observances.
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Spruce Imports Increase Boosts Pulp Wood Use
Census Bureau report shows rapid growth in pulp wood and spruce use for paper manufacture. In 1907 United States pulp mills consumed 173660 cords, with spruce dominating imports and 68 percent of domestic supply. Hemlock and other woods supplied remaining demand as mills shift away from cottonwood and poplar. New York Maine Newark and nearby states lead in production and shipment to pulp mills nationwide.
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United States
Canada
North Cental
New England
Wisconin Pip Mills
Newkark
Maine
Nurses Receive Diplomas at Washington University
The School of Nurses at Washington University held its commencement at the northwest interval tonight. Rev Samuel Greece at Catary gave the invocation. Dr Wo R Ph Dis dean spoke to graduates and presented diplomas to 14 named nurses.
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Eelock
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Greece
Catary
Pat Clucch
Ind
Wo R Ph Disdean
Media School
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Charles W Needham
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Jennie Raith Page
Wieizan
Aja Nelson
Laura Stokes Duke Milas Hanriett
Vassle Taylor
Mabel Morton Thomas Wiss
Amle Alcest Bu
Huff Better After Collapse in Congress District
Representative George F Huff of the Twenty second Pennsylvania district, who suffered a collapse at his home on Sixteenth Street, is reported much better. Doctors say his condition is not dangerous though a relapse could delay full recovery. he is expected to be fully well within a week. Horn’s Business Majesty marks his twenty first anniversary. Horn the tailor offers special prices on suits this week and with every order will give a free dress suit case, buying a thousand cases for the promotion.
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Philip Trial Near End Jury May Be Seated Tuesday
The Philip murder trial nears its close as defense and prosecution debate self defense and and the assault on cabman Elling Cadman Macaboy. Prosecutors plan to wrap up arguments Tuesday with witnesses to bolster the claim Philip acted under threat and the defense asserts the defendant is peaceful and not guilty. The defense expects a quick jury verdict following closing statements as Philip, his brothers, and counsel refine their case.
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Tries death by action in his cell in Anacostia
Arthur A Marti a 40 year old compositor mancharged with shooting his wife Mane Matin in the abdomen at the home. He attempted suicide in his cell at the Anacostia police station by hanging with a four in hand silk necktie but was cut down by guards. He was discolored in the chest area but revived and restrained after another failure. He had been arrested yesterday for the shooting and remains in custody as authorities investigate.
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Aged Man Held Up by Four Men in Takoma Park
An elderly district employee, McMurray of Takoma Park, was robbed at 9 45 near Fourteenth Street Northwest after a struggle with four highwaymen. They overpowered him and took his May salary from the district government from his pockets. Four vague suspects described. McMurray aged about sixty, in government service for several months.
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Mass for Dead Students at Gonzaga College
A solemn requiem mass was held yesterday morning at St. Aloysius Church in North Madison Streets for deceased students at Gonzaga College. The Rev Father Teary celebrated with Deacon Rey Luther Keane, John Byrne as master of ceremonies, and chants sung by students. The mass will be repeated at the end of each scholastic year, a new annual observance at Gonzaga College.
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Maids Accused Of Theft In Cunard Executive's Home
Martha Corvette twenty two years old employed as housemaid at Mire Robert G Smith of 1082 Slateenth street northwest wife of a Cunard Steamship deputy superintendent was arrested by Central Office Detectives Berman and Warren. She is at the house of detention awaiting a police court hearing. Mrs Smith reported two diamond rings and a gold bracelet vanished from her room during a visit to New York. Detectives searched the maid’s room and recovered the jewelry.
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Young Wife Resuscitated After Gas Incident
Mrs. Minnie Barrett of 249 Alto Street Northwest was found unconscious from illuminating gas in her room yesterday. She recovered after two hours of treatment at Emergency Hospital and returned home last night. Her husband Guy Barrett, an electrician, had left for work earlier. a boarder George McNally and Officer Castle assisted at the scene. A photograph of Mr Barrett with the note I love you good-by was found in her hand, and all windows and doors were tightly closed. The couple had been married five months.
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The McDougall Winner at Mayer & Co Contest
Hazel MacDonald of 2028 North Capitol Street won the Mc Dougall Kitchen Cabinet prize after a large advertising contest by Mayer & Co. An extraordinary sale of McDougall Kitchen Cabinets follows as many patterns are being dropped from the Indianapolis factory line and must be sold quickly to make room for new samples. The sale is limited to current stock, so early selection is advised.
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Pigeons to Fly From Ohio by Washington Federation Liberations
Pigeons from the Washington Federation of Pigeon Fanciers will be released at Gocloch near Mount Vernon, with two hundred birds expected to reach Washington from various competitors. The event aims to test long distance fl ying over mountainous districts, as observers note past successes and theorize on wind effects.
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Weather Throws Up Mixed Skies and Warm Heat
Yesterday's conditions forecast fair with east winds then scattered showers. Temperatures rose to near 83 by 4 PM with a cooler dusk as an electric storm cooled the city by about 12 degrees between 6 and 7 PM.
Delegation Heads to Indiana for Delphi Visit
A party of Washington statesmen led by Representative Charles A Landis will travel to Delphi Indiana in two Studebaker touring cars. The group departs at 10 this morning and plans several days with Landis hosting at his Delphi home. They expect to reach Gettysburg tonight for an overnight stop and continue the tour for about a week. President Roosevelt hosted Bill McDonald, a Texas Ranger, at lunch yesterday.
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River Victim Dives From Boat Near Forty Foot Rock
Bayard H Veazey a 28 year old clerk at the Bureau of Standards drowned while rowing up the Potomac near Forty Foot Rock. He dived after cramps, was seen sinking, and his body was recovered by divers with hooks near Georgetown. Police identify him through clothes, investigate possible relatives in Windsor Connecticut.
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Hahn’s Anniversary Celebration Marks 32 Years of Shoe House
William Hahn & Co celebrate their thirty second business anniversary with notes on persistent effort in shoemaking. Hahn, president and founder, says the firm has built a reputation by specializing in quality shoes, offering low prices through large purchases and annual sales. The three stores at Seventh and East, 23 Pennsylvania Avenue Southeast, and West Pennsylvania Avenue remain staffed to provide better value and selections for Washington footwear customers.
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Local Weather Summary and River Bulletin
The report covers two days of weather across the Mid Atlantic and Gulf regions with mostly mild temperatures and variable winds. It notes a tropical form near the tropics and forecasts unsettled conditions with showers possible inland while coastal areas stay warmer. River conditions: rivers muddy in parts with a brief note on the Washington Post bulletin for Harera Fer, W Ya May 30 indicating muddy rivers and related observations.
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Hood's Sarsaparilia Seasoned for Appetite
Hood's Sarsaparilia advertised as a safe pure medicine for purifying blood restoring appetite and aiding digestion. It claims compliance with the Pure Food and Drugs Act and offers 100 doses per bottle in liquids or chocolate routes.
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