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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Nov 14, 1913
Page
6
A Washington store promotes durable furniture and carpets with long service life and no cheap qualities. The open account credit system allows payments to fit customer wishes. They claim to offer more goods for the same regular payment or the same goods for a smaller payment than any other house in Washington.
Rogers district tax collector reports total receipts for the year ended June 30 at 9 131 270 93 an increase of 497 471 38 from the prior year The general fund receipts rose to 780 379 with gains in realty and personal taxes while miscellaneous income fell The trust fund grew to 1 554 381 75 and United States miscellaneous credits rose The report urges new legislation to enable enforcement in equity court noting unpaid railroad taxes on street use and public space remains by the railroads
Will of Rev Henry Rodley Naylor filed in Probate Court directs executors to dispose of sermons lectures and manuscripts. Bequests include secured paper valued at 7000 to daughter and grandson, plus home at 913 A street northwest property at 126 R street northwest Kensington Maryland real estate and telephone stock and all monies. Also probate filings for Van Horn McCormick and George Haliman with estates to specific heirs.
The District commissioners win a ruling by Chief Justice Shepard of the Court of Appeals reversing Judge Mulloway. The appellate court finds the act unconstitutional only in the court below but allows the commissioners to enforce its regulations. The case may be reviewed by the U S Supreme Court.
Fort Myer will host an Army Relief Society exhibition drill this afternoon highlighted by a President and family presence. The program features bareback riding by Battery D under Lt. Burleson, a novelty race, a musical ride by Battery F led by Lt. Simpson, a pole by battalion officers, a jumping contest by Second battalion enlisted men, a battery drill by Battery B F led by Lt. Carter, and tandem driving by Battery F under Lt. Olmstead.
The District Supreme Court denied Elizabeth Prall widow of William Prall Jr. sole ownership of the property at 918 and 80 Avenue of the Presidents as part of the estate left by William Prall. Justice Barnard's ruling follows Justice Rabb in the Court of Appeals.
John Vo Poore a District resident born in Georgetown and lifelong local died yesterday at his time in To street northwest. He lived in Georgetown since birth and worked at a butcher shop about fifteen years ago. Survived by 22 grandchildren seven children led by Walter Poore Miss Tulu Poore Miss Rose Poore Mrs J T Lipscomb Mrs Rudolph Worch Mrs William Pyles and Mrs Feed Sommerville.
City notices announce dancing at Harvey's in the ballroom nightly at 10.3. The bill features Mr Alfred Patton Gibbs and Miss Marguerite Rafferty Kerwin, and a five reel Dante's Inferno at the Virginia Theater. A Florida excursion offer has a 23 day limit with a 1 percent condition. Call 89 G street NW for details.
Prominent local businessmen including William F. Gude Fulton Gordon and supporters Stephen Kramer Allan Davis and E L Thurston rally behind Miss Elizabeth V Brown for superintendent of public schools The board is urged to appoint promptly and not consider sex in the selection as suffragists approve a female candidate
Henry P. Blair, president of the board of education, told teachers that their personalities are their greatest assets. Dr Helen Putman outlined infant mortality efforts and invited teachers to Willard convention. A B Chandler urged lively history teaching with storytelling as part of recitations. George F Johnson and John G Thompson headlined morning sessions with Dr Davidson, while A E Winship stressed personal influence in shaping pupils.
A Washington report notes that marriage in Carbin, Caroline County, Virginia, remains difficult for those underage without parental consent. A 19 year old, Lelia Atkinson, and 16 year old Wthel B. Martin were denied a license by Marriage License Clerk Kroll after inquiry.
Rosemont residents win two daily mail deliveries with Rosemont to receive express service. Mount Vernon District Good Roads Association forms with James W. Roberts as president and Edward Leadbeater as secretary treasurer. Bond issue of 90000 dollars approved for 33 miles of highways, with total funds around 126000 dollars including state and federal aid. Turkey dinner for 160 children of Osceola and Seminole tribes at Trinity Methodist Church South on Thanksgiving Day. Funeral for Robert A. Wallace held at Wheatley’s Chapel with burial at Bethel Cemetery. Washington Masons visit Alexandria Washington Lodge. third degree conferred. Improvements in courtroom including new chairs and carpet. Masons to confer degrees at Washington Memorial Lodge of Perfection.
City notes list Lester Sister as chief clerk for the Interstate Commerce Commission with an effective date of November 16, and references to his Pensacola origins and prior roles. The report also covers upcoming nuptials for Mr Sigler and Miss Gertrude Whyte and other local society events including WCA gatherings, church lectures, and civic group meetings in Washington.
Comptroller Downey holds War Secretary cannot regulate officer and man numbers for rifle camp of instruction under the militia act. Case arose after War Department auditor deemed a Arizona militia encampment of 44 officers and men from six companies unrecognized by the War Department.
A fragmented list of musical titles and composers including March Hero of the Isthmus Lampe overture Fra Diavato Apple Blossom Time in Normandy That Tango Tokyo Un Fora del Destino The Force of Destiny Rag a Muffin Rag Pierson Baron Trench Albini Finale The Winning Fight Holzmann The Star Spangled Banner.
Erma Rowzee testified at the inquest that Clarence Rowzee planned to kill Rogerson and herself, stating he came from Philadelphia to kill her. She said Rowzee shot Rogerson in Rogerson's lunchroom at 140 New York Avenue NW, then killed himself after ensuring Rogerson was dead. He reportedly asked her, Are you satisfied now, upon calling at the hospital.
Thomasville Alabama resident Geo C Crook describes a long battle with eczema on hands and feet. He credits Cuticura Soap and Ointment with a complete cure after daily washing and overnight applications, praising the products for facial scalp and general skin health.
A real life story of Francis B Sayre and his career of adventure in the frozen north is told by one who knows. The Sunday Post will feature the full advance wedding story and interesting facts about the bride.
Miss Elsie Janis writes a full page for The Sunday Post describing the Brazilian Maxixe. She guides readers on making the dance graceful and not indecent, warning against improper interpretations.
Dr Madison C. Peters of the People's Church in New York delivers a moral lesson on the modern rake's progress. He warns against reckless pursuits and hollow wealth as Charlie Gates's feverish chase leads to an untimely grave.
Clara Morris, famed actress, reveals private lives of stage women and how their big salaries vanish. The inside look traces expenses, debts, and choices that drain earnings, exposing the costs behind public glamour and success.
A veteran war reporter describes the real situation in the Mexican republic with risked life journalism and trained handling of frontline news, offering an intensely interesting account of current events south of the border.
Report from trained correspondents describes chaotic conditions in China under brigand rule. The dispatch outlines widespread lawlessness and fear as the Yellow Dragon regime grapples with insurgent forces and public disorder.
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