War over Langdon road plan roils Citizens group
Langdon Citizens' Association clashes over Rhode Island avenue improvement choice. William D Cul leen accuses Lawson of improper influence before the Commissioners. Biddle recommends denying authority questions while representatives from Brookland and Langdon press for Rhode Island avenue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William D. Culleen
Lawson
Rhode Island Avenue
Frankfort Street
Langdon
Langdon Citizens’ Association
William Dbd
Culleen
Langdon Citizens’ Association For
Macfarland
Biddle
Cuilleen
Citizens’ Association of
Citzens
Brookland
Avalon Heights
Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Company
Court of Appeals Denies Farr Case Writ of Error
The Court of Appeals refused to grant a writ of error in William Farr’s case after the District Supreme Court denied habeas corpus. Farr, indicted in Tennessee for defrauding through the mails, was remanded to marshal custody for removal to Tennessee. The appellate court stayed its mandate for 30 days to allow an appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court or a certiorari request, with action expected within the period.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Court of Appeals
Farr
District Court of Appeals
Supreme Court of the United States
William Farr
Tennessee
United States
Anson S. Taylor
Parr
United States Supreme Court
Verdict in Webb case convicts Negro of involuntary manslaughter
George Webb was found guilty of involuntary manslaughter in Criminal Court No. 2 for the death of Frances Munroe at Freedmen's Hospital on July 10. Prosecution cited brain concussion from a June 26 beating. defense attributed death to brain disease. Witnesses included Deputy Coroner Glazebrook and Dr. Latimer for the government, Dr. Williston for the defense. Assistant U S Attorneys Lawrence and Proctor prosecuted. Patterson defended Webb. Webb remanded to fail to await sentence.
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Munroe
George Webb
Gould
Webb
Freedmen’s Hospital
Frances Munroe
Glazebrook
Charles H. Latimer
Williston
United States
Charles T.awner
James M. Proctor
John WW. Patterson
City Bulletin and Advertisements in One Page
A cluttered city page lists groceries with prices for items like potatoes onions and canned goods, plus notices on wafers and antiques. It mentions a fatal fire injury to a Negro woman, and lists events at venues including the Voleridge Taylor Musical Festival and a Choral Ballads program. Also includes ad copy for publishing services and a drugstore claim of a rheumatism cure.
Dumping Ground Dispute Over Rock Creek West Bank
Acting Superintendent Twohey defends east side dumping site near Rock Creek and P Street stables as in good condition with a ten foot boundary. conflicts arise as private parties reportedly dump on the west bank. The issue, referred back to the street cleaning department, centers on whether materials escape into the creek and cites instructions to dumpers and sign postings.
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Twohey
District Street Cleaning Department
Rock Creek
P Street
Georgetown
Jordan
Maj
Sylvester
New District Fire Boat Likely to Be Built by Harlan and Hollingsworth
The district plans a new waterfront fire boat to be built by Harlan and Hollingsworth of Wilmington Delaware. The United States Shipbuilding Company reorganized and bought the stock of the plant, with a court sale certificate to finalize the contract. The bidder offered about $49,000 for the boat and the reorganization committee guarantees contract execution.
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Harlan
Hollingsworth Company
Harlan & Hollingsworth Company
Wilmington
Del
United States Shipbuilding Company
United States
Jiarlan & Hollingsworth
Fire Chief Reports Precautions After Storm Disruptions
Chief Bert tells commissioners that most of the fire alarm system failed during the Sunday storm and watch duties were resumed with one guard outside a station and another inside a house until service is restored. He notes difficulties fighting a fire at the Arsenal barracks amid ongoing improvements. Three bids were opened for 8,000 feet of fire hose at the District Building, including The Fabric Five Hose Company of New York with a price per foot and early payment discount details.
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Bert
Fire Department
Arsenal
Fabric Five Hose Company
New York
Commissioners Hear Argument in Detective Proctor Case
The board heard arguments for and against Detective Proctor in a dispute over a bath restraint arrest. Proctor, fined 100, seeks clemency citing good conduct. opponent Tucker & Kenyon argues dismissal. Proceedings include written statements forthcoming. Witnesses noted prior complaints to a landlady and photographs presented to challenge the visibility of the bathroom.
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Proctor
Maj
Sylvester
Worthington
Kenyon
Tucker & Kenyon
Prize Award Held Up In Police Court Building Plans
Decision on the $2,500 prize for the Police Court building design is postponed. Commissioners and Col. Bid dle plan a New York visit to study comparable buildings and materials. Capt. Harding also plans a second trip to inspect quarries supplying stone for the municipal building.
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Col
Biddle
New York City
Washington
New York
Col. Biddie
Capt. Harding
Phillips Brothers in Court on Grand Jury Charge
Phillips Brothers were arraigned in Police Court after a Monday arrest by Detectives Parham and O'Brien for breaking into Orrin J. Jarrett’s home at 137 M Street NW. Aniryn admitted stealing clothes from ex-Policeman Frank Hillel and paid a $50 fine. both defendants were held for the grand jury in 41,000 bonds.
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Phillips Brothers
Manlel
Aniryn Philips
Parham and
O'Brien
Orrin J. Jarrett
Plumley
Aniryn Phillips
Thoma
Frank Hillel
Thirteenth Street
Daniel Phillips
Clothing Sale of the Year Promises Big Savings
The sale advertises wide discounts on children and men’s wear with numerous price points. Notable items include children's knee pants at 40c, heavy blouses, junior suits, boys corduroy pants, boys and men’s coats and overcoats, and Friedlander’s Shoes at 1.95. Various hat, shirt, underwear, and accessory deals are listed with aggressive per-item pricing.
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Priestley Cravenette
Chinchilla
Belfast
Friedlander
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Itn Akton
L. Douglas
W. L. Douglas
Brockton, Mass
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W.l.douglas
Douglas
Clagres S. of
W.U. Douglas
Corona Colt
Corona
Colt
W .L. Douglas
Brockton
Mass
Penn. Ave
G.C
E. E
Saks
Saks & Company
Pennsylvania Avenue
Seventh Street
Posner
Posner’s
Bere
Miller
Ninth St
MR Ll
Tolman Laundry
Cor
Phone East
Bess
Newsrat
Reyes
City Bulletin
California
J. T. Doyles
La.ave
Fannie Hines
Johnston's Hall
Alexandria County
Mena@sy
Nevitt
Mth
Johnstons
Voleridge-Taylor
Hiawatha
Pr. Ave
Hayworth Publishing House
8Th Street
Williams’ Drug Store
7Th St
Chicago
Georgetown Citizens’ Association
NEW District Fire Boat
Man's Store
D. J. Kaufman
Pa. Ave
Percha and Rubber Manufacturing Company
Eureka Fire Hose Company
New Jersey
Grand Jury
Hurnett
Gude
Ravelars
Friedlander Clothing CO
Morsell
Tee Ste
Axminster
Ingram Art
H. Hoeke
Rniture
Cor. Pa
N. W
Hrias
Selinger's
F Street
Bet
Bay of House & Herrmann
House & Herrmann
Nesco
John B. Espey
Grocker's
Ars Vee
Ceres
Bones
WM. M. Galt & CO
Indiana Ave
Philo Hay
Newark
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