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Newspaper

Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Nov 01, 1911

Page

9

Cadets Denied Charge Over Cadet Officer Appointments

Irvin Frank and L B Ecker dismissed from cadet captaincy after Thurston inquiry at Business High. Officials deny irregularities and say promotions require annual exams. Cadets claim lack of notice and prep time. Ross Hart deny statements. Superintendent Davidson to receive formal charges if presented.

Business High School Eaders Irvin Frank L .B. Ecker E. L. Thurston William M. Davidson Assiatant Thurston Frank Ny, Thurston Col Furton Ross Adets Charles Hart Col Ross Hart Davidson Col Goss

Baltimore Seeks Lower Freight Rates From Interstate Probe

J C Gorman Baltimore agent of Atlante Transport and Hamburg American Line testifies before the interstate commerce commission investigating freight differentials from the Atlantic Seaboard to the West. Baltimore and other Eastern ports argue current rates harm business and lose cargo to New York Philadelphia and Boston interests. Hearings on the matter are expected to continue with New York City cases set for later.

J.C. Gorman Baltimore Atlante Transport Company Hoxton New York Philadelphia Gorman Interstate Commerce Commission Adlantic Seaboard Meteres Boston New York City

Funeral for Miss Frances Ler Jones in Washington Today

Miss Frances Ler Jones dies at Louise Home Sunday. Funeral at Protestant Episcopal Church of the Ascension Massachusetts avenue and Twelfth street northwest this morning. Rev. Dr. J Henning Nelms to conduct. Interment in Congressional Cemetery beside ancestors. Mrs Jones is daughter of Gen Walter Jones V A and descendant of Lee and Henry Lee families.

Miss Jones Church of Ascension Frances Ler Jones Louise Home Wil Ba Protestant Episcopal Church of the Ascension Massachusetts Avenue Twelfth Street Ito J. Henning Nelms Congressional Cemetery Mian Jones Walter Jones V. A Charles Lee Washington Adams Patrick, Henry Richard Kenry Lee Robert EL

Women Sue for Damages Against Terminal Company

Two petitions filed yesterday claim injuries from a March 6 platform jolt on a Southern Railway train at Union Station. Mrs. Dunbar seeks damages. Mrs. Clarke also alleges similar injuries. Case names Lambert Nicols & Lion as attorneys for the plaintiffs.

Whington ‘Terminal Company Jan E. Lambar Nellie B. Clarke Dunbar Lambert, Nicols & Lion Southern Railway Union Staion Clarke Getaiway Company

Motorist Pay 100 for District 6c Versio n of Lawe

Thirteen automobile violators were brought before the district police court for violations of motor vehicle regulations. Each case lists fines and specific speeding or permit offenses including exhaust emissions and license issues.

Aineta Bitert Tre Hamen Robert BE. Mathers sDetlow ‘Mathewson Neceasary Nole Pennsylvania James Ki. Mulc Edward ©. Griffith William Wael Austen H. Hurt Raymond Klock Ate

Fire damages home of Representative Campbell in P Street blaze

A basement fire at the residence of Representative Philip Campbell at 1726 P Street NW caused smoke and water damage and forced the Campbells to stay with Rear Admiral J. N. Hemphill for the night. A policeman on routine rounds spotted the blaze reflected in a neighboring wall and alerted the household. The fire, traced to spontaneous combustion in a refuse box, injured paintings and draperies. damage is estimated at a figure not including art losses. Campbell, a Kaneus representative, has served multiple consecutive Congresses.

Naval Officers House Pillip Pitt Campbell P Street J. N. Hemphill Polgeman Ashton Ashton Representative Campbell Dorothy Elizabeth Helen Colin Campbell Coe Campbell Hemphill Kaneus

Ben Hur copyright case reaches U S Supreme Court

Harper Brothers holds Gen Lew Wallace novel rights while Kalem Company claims dramatic rights in Henry Wallace heirs. Case appeals from Second Circuit over alleged infringement and damages. Attorneys for Kalem and publishers debated with film stills shown, drawing interest from justices and spectators.

Supreme Court of the United States Harper Bros Klaw & Erlanger Kaleiy Company United States Circuit Court of Appeals Lew Wallaee Supreme’ Court

Final Report on Damages From Union Station Project

Special counsel for the District submitted a year report detailing damages to property from grade changes for the Union Station construction. The attorney's resignation takes effect today. total compensation to property owners reached 373,268.30 dollars. Only three cases were referred to the corporation counsel.

Uercwled Binclair Union Station

Universal transfer plan eyed as city groups back half fares

The executive committee of Washington civic bodies approved a universal streetcar transfer bill with a proposed 2 12 cent fare for schoolchildren. Supporters from the Chamber of Commerce Central Labor Union and others argued over including half fares. The measure targets reciprocal transfers between companies, with police court as the enforcement venue. A public hearing before the District Commissioners was ordered and copies prepared for distribution. Washingtonians Perry and Gregory wed in Middletown Maryland.

Chlains Congress Lea Chamber of Commerce W. A. Foster Qiharaber of Commerce Friends P. ¥. Keating Rhode Island Avenue Charles W. Carr Gongresa P. J. Ryan Anderson Bf Central, Labor Union Central Labor Union Naifiares Milton Snelling HB. d. Clack Columbia Heights Chiens’ Association McComan Hawken Foster Executive Committee George W. Gall Gail Citizens’ Associations Chamber’ of ‘Commerce Retail ‘Merchants' Association Typographical Union Washington Ad Club Fifteenth

Notable Names List From Multiple Hotels In Various Cities

An OCR fragment lists numerous individuals and their locations tied to hotels in Boston Raleigh Chicago New York City Philadelphia California Georgia Maine and more. The garbled text mentions many personal names including Mrs George Pullman Mr and Mrs Livingston and others with city and hotel references, forming a crowded roster-like record. The piece reads as a transfers or guest directory excerpt with scattered headings and inconsistent punctuation.

Boston Amton J. Folark Raleigh F.T. Ries Goward H. Palmer Willard Cicago W._ H. Sharp, Jr B. Goldberg Tiathlewal Bobneidat J. G. Peek OW. Ely George’ M. Pullmah M. Rabigon Artlogton J. A. Butler Ebb McCue T- F. Reynolds W. C. Bierling Willer Fyiladel Pagas L. Hyman W. Mafia Mite P. Livingston de Pettiegh Airs M. Rivingston Eb Bitch W. Hood Joseph Wealock Alps T. Wares W. B McCullough Witted C.M. Dewalt St. Jame Pitteburgh Otto Schaler Shorepam Loom San Pranciera Bobie Califorsta Yngton Orranis Willow Frank Wever San Prandteco Wilterd Oeoraia Addicc Drie Packard Jaber Webb Madleon Dspeut Camden Jamon Omio Verdin SeeBenans Richmond Meerigh Charlottered Iy Raleigh Agnea Crowser Zee Arlington Lowe James Shore

Restraining order seeks sale ban in divorce case

In the District Supreme Court Julia A. Cady filed for a restraining order against Michael 3. Cady, a contractor, to prevent sale of property at 2427 N Street NW. She seeks temporary maintenance as she has left the home and now resides at 302 M Street NW, alleging domestic abuse and that the husband has income to support her.

Malnion Mace District Supreme Court Julia A. Cady Michael Cady

Conventions Procured by Letters Show Spending and Plans

A report to the chamber directors reveals 1912 by mail conventions cost 3405.22 with 7800 expected attendees for periods up to seven days. Several associations were secured via mail and 14 conventions via correspondence with minimal costs. The directors will discuss a plan by Robert N Harper to form a holding corporation to boost manufacturing in and near the district.

Chamber ‘of Commerce Chamber D. J. Callahan Washington Thomas Grant Granville-Hunt St. Paul Brotherhood of Locomotive Firemen American Conservation Congress Brotherhod Mall Convention Committee Robert N Harper E Holding Corporation

No Ban on Minister English Divine in Radical Sermon

Philadelphia reports claim Rev Reginald John Campbell of England was barred from Washington pulpits over harsh remarks about American business. Washington ministers deny disbarment, saying his appearances are voluntary. Campbell was previously acquitted of heresy in England. local merchants protest his critique of modern business ethics.

Washington Philadelphia Reginald John Campbell England Npp Association of Washington Temple London Campbell St Wan Baltimore Enatand Bueinesa

Girl Hit by Salt Shaker in Beach Joke Gone Missing

A 23 year old Joseph Reynolds suffered a head wound from a glass salt shaker thrown during a joke with three girls on Ninth Street Northwest. The shaker shattered his scalp laceration as the group dispersed. Police seek the assailant described as about eight years old or so, with two companions also involved. Efforts to locate the girl responsible have failed.

Joseph Reynolds Tourteenth Street Reynolls

Richmond editor Joseph Leeds departs for Richmond

Joseph G Leeds of Richmond, editor and publisher of the Indian Apollo Sun and Richmouth Palladium, has left the New Wizard since Monday and traveled to Richmond yesterday afternoon. He was a delegate to the recent Progressive Republican conference in Chicago and had a conference in Washington with Senator La Fo Yette.

Joseph G Leeds Richmond New Wizard Leeds Indianapolla Sun Richmouth Palladium Chicago Walle Washington la Foy Jette

Halloween Night Roars Through Washington Cafes and Pages

Old and young filled the town at Halloween as dancing, costume plays, and games lit up streets and cafes. The Cafe Republique and Arcade buzzed with attendees including notable locals while pumpkins, goblins, and autumn favors adorned rooms and stages.

Crodwé Gates Cate“ Republique Harveys Gibson Cafe d'Republique Cafe Republique Thomas Gray Wylie Paul 3. Black A. J. McLaughlin van Haake Jon Gibson Mijas Lorain Herr A.D. Marke Acris Beyadir

Girl Bitten by Dog Near Bladensburg Road Incident

Mary Clark, eight, white, was playing in front of her home at 1270 Bladensburg Road yesterday afternoon when a dog owned by a neighbor bit her hand. She was brought to Dr. Warren's office at 5 Hi street northeast, where the wound was cauterized. The owner of the dog is to be arrested this morning for allowing the animal to run at large.

Mary Clark Bladensburg Nelenborg

Purse Snatching Suspects Detained After Theft

Mrs Mary Towney reported a purse theft on K Street near Twenty fifth Street yesterday afternoon. Police arrested Isabella Baker and Bessie Coleman on suspicion after reviewing a description given by the victim. both denied involvement and were held.

Mary, Towney K Street Twenty-fifth Street Bessie: Coleman Twenty-third Street Bath

Miss Boardman Plans Tour Amid Divorce Hearings

Fragmentary OCR reports that E Woodward and Eve V Woodward face divorce proceedings. Testimony in a case tied to Richmond appears set to be heard in open court next week amid indictments and preliminary actions.

Reine Cours Peat Woodward V. Woodward Dort Wouilward Richmond Carpanifer Met

Years of Suffering Mins Mine Ter Lafayette Writes

A letter from Lafayette recounts three years of catarrh and blood disease with doctors and remedies failing until Rodd’s Sarsaparilla was taken. The writer claims two bottles cured him and offers the product as a remedy for others suffering similar ailments.

Lafayette Vatarrh

Stabbed man seeks revenge after hospital incident

Augustus Gros, alleged assailant in a hospital identification, clashed with another patient in Pierce Court astr night. Police arrested Gros hours later. Libbie M River and Alonzo G Repp of Big Pool wed on a Western Maryland train between Big Pool and Hagerstown this morning. The ceremony was led by Rev. J. A. Mier with the couple continuing to Baltimore for their honeymoon.

Augustus Gros Pierce Court Grose Owens Hagerstown

Tragedy at 1613 Messy Place Ends in Coroner Verdict

Jean Chirk and Lillian Clark were found negligent in the death of their 4 year old daughter Ethel after a fire started when her dress caught on a stove. Witnesses testified the parents drank and sometimes locked children in the house. They were jailed and the survivor referred to the Board of Children's Guardians.

Jean Chirk Lillian Clark Nort Mandey Ethel A.ydimnger Broderick Ninth Precinct Clark Ani Nis Hosge Children’s

Eastern Conference Meets Elects Officers for Four Day Session

Special to The Warmington Post Suffolk Va Oct At the ninety first annual session of the Eastern Virginia Christian conference opening here today officers were elected Rev N G Newman Holland president Rev C H Rowland Nansemond vice president Rev L W Johnson Suffolk secretary Rev R H Pest Sussex assistant secretary and W H Jones Suffolk treasurer Address of welcome by Representative Edward E Holland followed by response from Rev C H Rowland.

Warmington Suffolk Eastern Virginia Christian Conference N. G. Newman Holland C. H. Rowland Nansemond County L W. Johnson R. H. Pest Sussex County W. H. Jones Edward E. Holland

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