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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Nov 16, 1918
Page
2
Special services outlined for a diocese include a series of prayers. A soldier pastor is scheduled to speak at the Church of the Covenant. Men in uniform are invited to attend all services.
City briefs note a 2 PM lecture tomorrow in Polisheater by Paul Stark Seeley of Portland Oregon. The event is part of the First Church of Christ Scientist lectureship and is endorsed by three Washington Christian Science churches, with services and victory observances tied to the European war effort.
The article notes a nationwide recognition of the armistice that ended World War I. It mentions Rev Jon F Briggs, a senator, and marks November 1 as a public holiday in the district. The piece reflects on the end of hostilities and the community’s observance.
Plaintiff alleges injuries after a collision involving WB and E and Wash on Madison Avenue. She seeks 1600 in damages claiming fault by the other driver and company, stating medical costs and suffering from the incident on a city street.
Fourteen persons were indicted by the grand jury on charges related to the Blue County aged and infirm home. Indictments include assault with a dangerous weapon nine counts and other offenses such as robbery and adultery. Names cited include Charles Oweng James Thomas Zip Bundy Frank Jackson Daisy Jones William Braxton Edward Alexander Marie Butler Randolph Thomas and Ada Beswelatus among others.
Paris Novi announces Gen Johnson Hagood chief of the American department of supply has been promoted to a command at the front. He is succeeded by Gen W D Connor in the supply post.
The McAdoo-led railroad administration intends to maintain government control for the near term while unifying operations and pooling facilities. Policy aims to improve service, rates, and treatment of workers, with reforms like pooling, short hauls, and standardized practices expected to yield economies. State commissions will play advisory roles, not executive, in guiding future rate and policy directions.
Madame Matzenauer gave a stirring National Opera era recital with EF and La Forge. She displayed a superb voice and dramatic versatility, performing Debussy and Grieg groups, two Russian songs, and patriotic anthems to mark the day. The encore featured her voice with Mr Ta Dorge accompanying from memory.
Coorge Parker of 1908 Highth Street northwest struck Morris Katz 14 at 615 P Street while driving an automobile. Katz suffered a fractured arm and was taken to Emergency Hospital. Parker then quarreled with Kawie Roma and was shot in the left leg. he was taken to Freedmans Hospital. Tresie Bell was arrested.
A special committee began examining consolidating Western Union and Postal Telegraph facilities after the wire control action last summer and has practically completed its report. Orders for consolidations in several cities nationwide are likely to be issued soon.
A sprawling report details fund drives and meetings for the war effort in Washington. The Victory Girls and Boys chapters, led by Misa Kefératata and Anne Purviance, plan events at Cosmos Theater and various city venues to urge subscriptions. Franklin D. Roosevelt will speak at the Navy Department event as musicians draw support. numerous contributions and pledges from individuals and businesses are listed, highlighting broad civic participation.
Paris dispatch reports the Berli Royal Theater in Berlin will remain open as a cooperative company under artistic management. The plan preserves the venue as a cultural hub with shared duties among artists and administrators.
Heavy withdrawals for liberty bonds cut total Washington bank deposits to 14591 thousand by November from August 31. National, trust, and savings banks report losses while district tax money deposits show a net gain. Bond payments flood banks as tens of thousands bring installments for liberty loan issues. Soldiers urged to maintain war risk insurance postwar with guaranteed options. Washington Chapter adds 26 new banking members, many women, at weekly meeting.
Senator McKellar, chairing the retirement committee, said in the Senate he hopes to bring the civil service pension bill to a vote Monday after Senator Pomerene speaks. Senator Thomas also expects to be heard. Opponents, numerous and formidable, aim to delay. The McKellar bill would fund pensions by half from employees and half from the Federal government. opponents say employees should bear the full burden.
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