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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Nov 17, 1905

Page

12

Conference Tones Appeal to Russia for Persecuted Jews

New York November 16 report of the Feerudke committee opens the eleventh Conference on federation in Car teas Elal. It states the aim is to unite larger churches in shared fundamental doctrine and not invite all churches. Greetings arrive from Lord Bishop of Ripon and other church leaders endorsing a pro Jewish aid stance.

Washington Gladden Godspeed Lord Bishop of Ripon England New York Feerudke Carteas Elal Robert S Macarthur Tha Dvary Baptist Church Willion Flayes Ward Caitain Committee On Cort National Gouin Congregational Hes OB Sanford CU de Committen Ue Genettad Foros Satifoal Federation of Churches Lil Mansean Workers Conference Roberts Philadelphia Wis Yhauinan Maptisis Alberto Lawson Newark Asher Adrson Boston United State HoSerak City Les York Fesch Wickes Gladden Tevaehah Federation of the Letters of Amoien Re Peat America Etl Sreetne Christan Masters Chrishian Rassias Empire Moo Viahan Chiasnin Bormtos

District Legislation Aims to Revise Bills for Congress

District commissioners plan to update old measures for introduction in Congress. They seek broad support from both Houses to advance local governance reforms and schedule ready for potential hearings. The roster includes tax, public health, education, transport, and licensing provisions to regulate commerce, medicine, roads, and municipal powers.

Inhary Dutra Ian Ok Sao Commissionera PRM Mary Branch Sixteenth Sire Ruch Creek Waterade Ant Fers Rhele Inash Avenue Columbia

Widow Seeks To Break Will In Billion Dollar Bequest

The will of the late King, who left two million dollars for an aged home and charitable bequests, is to be contested by Mrs. King who filed a petition claiming the pact securing her late husband’s estate should be revoked. The estate is valued at about three million, with other beneficiaries noted. Fourth class postmasters were appointed in several towns including Nashville and Topsail Sound. Michigan railroads challenge state ad valorem tax law in 26 U S Supreme Court filings. Baltimore and Pennsylvania Railroad announce $1 25 fare to return on weekends except Congressional Limited.

King Viere Michigan Supreme Court of the United States Michigan Raiiroads Baltimore Pennsylvania Railroad Congressional Supreme Court OF the District Iol 12 Harreet Aald Lot Imeinalag James Westcott Augustus Westcott Somust Westcott Whkin Wastcott Nathan Westeoott Merv Westcott Katherine Westcott Ana Eliza Barnard Wiliam Cory John Brown John Innen Clack Brown Ives Brown & Ives George Gibbs Walter Channing Gibbs & Channing Samuel Blam William Cook James McHenry John McHenry Anna Boyd Ramey McHenry Robert Dilver William Hindman James H{adman James Stott Balke Stott Samuel Stott Charles Stott Lucy Stott Mary Stott Wizabeth Blutt Jamen’ Stott Janior Barak Westcott Unis Washington Law Reporter Washington Pest Wendell & Stafford, Jugs J. R. Young J. W. Latimer Supreme Court OF the District OF Columbia Alexander B Hagner John Walter, Uuster Square Iit Washington, D. C Augustua Westcott Samuel Westcott Whikln Westcott Nathan Westcott Mary Westcott Aon Hilda Barnard Willam Cary McIlenry Dion Keyser Sophia Stewart Julius Forrent John Tanes Clark Nate Partners Gibba & Channing Ramuel Elam James Montoory Ramsey McReary Robert Oliver James Hindman Jamies Stott Sallie St Washington Post Wendell Stafford Justice JW Gatimer Supreme Court OF the District of Columbia Ellen O'Brien Elfen O'Brien Deneatiog Sohn O'Brien Gates O'felen Waahineten cLaw Wendell P Stafford Jon O Brien James O'Brien Ann Vortune Lelra Allenees Devines Bites O'Brien Bien O'Brien Poper PF Stafford Robert S, Hume Worthington the Capy Sames Tanner Wille

Lost 126 Pounds in Extraordinary Survival Case

Philadelphia report on George Handforth who survived fifteen months without movement from the neck down after a fall at the Atlantic Refining Company plant. He weighed 160 pounds before injury, dropped to 34 pounds, and died today at Methodist Hospital. He remained conscious throughout.

Philadelphia George Hapdforth Methodist Hospital Handforth Atlantic Refining Company

Harrison in a Row with Adjutant General

Harmon Hudson adjutant general of the Spanish War Veterans and Col. Russell B Harrison ex-adjutant general and son of former President Harrison fought in Harrison's office. The clash stemmed from financial settlements connected with Hudson’s taking charge of the office. A rough and tumble fight left Harrison painfully injured.

Adjt Hudson Washington Indianapolis Ind Harmon Hudson Russell B. Harrison Harrison

Keep Commission Targets Public Land Abuse In Broad Reform Plan

The Keep Commission aims to curb illegal public land entries and improve General Land Office operations. Led by William A. Richards, the effort will deploy trusted agents West to uncover abuses, digest findings, and push for Congressional action to remove corrupt practices, with reviews of red tape and personnel policies ongoing.

Keep Commission General Land Office William A. Richards Richards Kerp Public Land Service Tthe Renue Executive Department Washington

Property damages assessed in California street condemnation case

Appraisers report awards for condemned ground on California street northeast. Owners and amounts include Thomas F. ONeill and C. Mattie ONeill four thousand and forty six cents. Lucy C. Parsons four thousand. Dora E. Rogers four thousand and six cents eighty eight. Samuel Gauss three thousand five hundred fifty five twenty four. Jacob Eisenmann three thousand eight hundred fifty five eighty one. Reuben Harris three thousand five hundred fifty five eighty one. Samuel Hord four thousand three hundred eighty three twenty. George E. Woods four thousand six hundred ninety nine forty eight. Orren A. Hamblett four thousand two hundred twenty four thirty six. The condemnation jury adjourned after hearing on Kalorama avenue. A mistrial? adjournment to next Monday. Also notes on Hustler Ash Sifter at Morsell’s Hardware Store advertised as labor and money saver.

California Street William A. H. Church Thomas Wi Smith Samuel Bensinger Thomas F. O'Neill C. Mattie O'Neill Lucy C. Parsons Dora E. Rogers Samuel Gauss Jacob Eisenmann Reuben Harris Samuel Hord George E. Woods Orren A. Hamblett Kalorama Avenue Morsell St. Aw

Corner-stone laid for McKinley memorial at Canton

In Canton on November 16 Mrs. McKinley and a large gathering witnessed the formal laying of the corner-stone of the McKinley National Memorial. Justice Day presided with prominent officials, including Fairbanks Cortelyou Herrick Dawes Lurton Bloomingdale Murphy Lowrey Milburn Lynch Revel Bliss Bay, and relatives of the late president attended in mourning.

Canton Ohio McKinley McKinley National Memorial Association William Grand Army Band America Trestees Frederick & Hartsell Memorial Association Justice Dey Newark N. J R. J. Lowrey Auianta William McConway Pittsburg Joba 3 Milburn New York Wiliam A. Lynch A. H. Revel Chicago C. Bliss Wiliam R. Bay Cleveland McWdillam

Forty eight years to day Droop marks business anniversary

Edward F. Droop celebrates his forty eighth business anniversary as president of the largest music firm in the South. From a young immigrant in 1876 he rose through Metzerott to partnership, then started his own firm in 1884. He later brought his sons into partnership and the firm was incorporated in 1904. Droop remains active, valued for experience and city interests, despite rheumatism.

Edward F. Droop Hdward I. Droop Germany W. G., Matzeratt Eleventh Street Pennsylvania Avenue Droop Washington Metzerott Mr. Droop Alexander R. Shepherd the Miter

Philadelphia and Reading Ship Coal From Mahanoy Yards

The Philadelphia and Reading Coal and Iron Company began shipments from the Mahanoy storage yards to meet domestic and steam coal demand. More than 29 000 tons had been stocked there during the summer, with shipments starting in the day.

Philadelphia Reading Mahanoy City Philadelphia and Reading Coal and Iron Company Mahanoy

Dougherty pleads not guilty to embezzling Peoria funds

Newton C. Dougherty former Peoria school superintendent and banker pleaded not guilty to embezzling several hundred thousand dollars of Peoria school funds. He will face a jury in the coming week in Peoria Illinois authorities said.

Peoria Newton C. Dougherty Dougherty

District W C T U plans and prizes for youth abstinence work

At the November executive meeting in Washington District W C T U committees outlined charity work for Willows Tree alley aided by M C A funds. A Y M C A program will donate magnesium evenings to the Young Wage Earners Club. The Sunday school medal contest offers thirteen prizes and two gold medals for essays on abstinence and patriotism, with judges including Mrs Clinton Smith and others.

Sixth Street Northwest Clinton Smith Catlin Willows Tree Alley M.C. A Rosa Brown Smith Ase Jargia Loys W. C. TU Boya Blaine Lawson Sunnday-school Washington Mn Cach Washington Post Clnton Smith W. Co. TL McBbulan John B. Henglerson Ja~lan A. Wichliter Percy H. Hughes Washington City First Congregational Church Tenth Streets Thoomingdale Union Protestant Methodist Church Rhode Island Avenue First Street H. K. Perley Ilinois Smallwood Asbury Union Harry S. Coulson Women’s Clubs Bullard

Change in Office Hours at Associated Charities

At a board meeting the Associated Charities adjusted office hours for all division officers to 11 a m to 12 30 p m daily from the former 9 to 11 a m. General office hours are now 11 a m to 5 p m with a later start. A new division office opens at 728 Wighth street southeast and the northern division moves to 174 Seventh street Northwest. Justice David Brewer showed interest and requested a report for his annual address. Monthly October work was notably successful.

Associated Charities Board of Managers G Street Wighth Street Seventh Street John Joy Edson David J. Brewer

Wanted to Borrow 200 For A Personal Note

Classified ad seeking a thoroughly reliable person to lend or borrow 200 at a reasonable interest rate. Offers mention Elliott's office and BOX 2S referencing a local notice. The text is fragmentary with obscured details and unclear dates or names.

Elliott

Senator Bacon and Turkish Order for His Daughter

Senator Bacon of Georgia returned from Europe with souvenirs including a Turkish decoration given to his daughter Mrs Willis B Parks. The Sultan proposed the honor. Bacon declined for himself but accepted for Mrs Parks. The gift prompts debate on U S rules for officials accepting foreign decorations and gifts.

Senator Bacon Georgia Washington Europe Macon Willis 8. Parks Turkey Parks Robert Goelet New York Bacon Leiahman Constantinople J. Manley Currie Senate Committee On Foreign Relations Army Navy State Department Congress House Senate Spooner John Hay France Lata Whein

Money To Loan On First Trusts Real Estate Security

Multiple lenders announce money to loan on District of Columbia real estate at 1 2 and 3 to 5 percent, low charges, prompt replies, with names and addresses including Harrison Realty Co, Walter H. Ackhr, C.A. Baker, Jas. M. York & Sons, Moore & Co, A F Fox Co, Frank T. Rawlings, J. H. Bradley Co, Tyler & Rutherford, Wm L Saunders & Co, and Stone & Fairfax, offering varied rates and terms from 3 to 6 percent and monthly payment options.

Harrison Realty CO Gat Robert EB. Bradley I Street District of Columbia Walter H. Ackhr JAS M. York & Sons Hoon REED Corcoran D. C Franklin I. Barrett Sig Fst Ah Kisher & Co., Incorporated Tho Tid H. Smith CO N. Y Moore & Inc FOX Co, Inc T. Rawlings Arlington Fire Insurance Company Burdin Meryland J. H. Bradley Company, Inc Igi D.C WML H. Saunders & CO Fst. Aw Tyler Rutherford Incorporated Stone & Fairfax Joseph Cahn Senifer 7Th D Sts

Country Board Opens Resort At Randolph Keswick Virginia

A country resort offering comfortable lodging features mild winter climate and recreational amenities. It promises tennis golf fox hunting saddle horses and a renovated hunt club with noted dealers and references in Virginia's Keswick area.

Randolph Keswick Algesiarie County Giene

Dentistry free of extractions dentures and fillings

Legal notices from the Supreme Court of the District of Columbia detail actions in cases involving land titles in Washington. Notices name complainants and multiple defendants and cite required appearances by dates, with warnings of default if absent. Also included are probate matters for Ellen O Brien with hearings set and publication requirements.

Proposals for Capitol Building rough brick work invited

Sealed bids due November 25 at 2 p m for rough brick work in Office Building U S Senate construction Washington D C. Bid security 2600 or approved bond. Plans at the office. The right to reject any bid reserved. HINICUTT WOODS Superintendent. TOMA hitchcock secretary. PROPOSALS also invited at Bureau of Supplies and Accounts Washington D C until 10 a m November 28 1905 for naval supplies Schedule 24 arc lamps Portland cement sand stone pipes and more. EB HARRIS Paymaster General U G N

Department OF the Interior Capitol Building and Grounds Washington, D U. S.’ Senate Heatheread Navy Yard Washington D. C EB Harris Paymaster General U- G. N. Now-17

Bankruptcy notices list two Washington hearings for Kennedy and Kennedy

In the District of Columbia Abraham J Kennedy a bankrupt seeks discharge of debts in bankruptcy. Creditors and interested parties must attend the hearing at Washington D C on November 20 1905 at 10 o clock am to show cause why discharge should not be granted. William M Hallam referee in bankruptcy. In the Supreme Court of the District of Columbia Velice B Kennedy a bankrupt petitions for discharge of debts in bankruptcy. Creditors and interested parties must attend the hearing at Washington DC on November 27 195 at 10 o clock am to show cause why discharge should not be granted. William M Hallam referee in bankruptcy.

Supreme Court OF the District of Columbia Abraham J. Kennedy Washington, D. C William M. Hallam Supreme Court OF D Or of Columbia Vealice B. Kennedy Pankruptcy Noties

Animals for sale and home goods advertise locally

A spotted mix of pet breeds including Boston terrier and Japanese pugs is offered. The ad mentions a pet hospital clinic and a variety of window shades from opaque to Scotch Holland, with Klerdlat's as the listing name.

Heekbee North Kledrlat

Varied City Rail and Real Estate Ads in One Page

A mixed page advertises business property for sale at six thousand seven hundred dollars and a 14th street estate clearance, plus railway schedule notes from Chesapeake and Ohio, Norfolk and Western, and B&O. It lists trains, dining and sleeper cars, and contact offices at 513 Pennsylvania Avenue and 609 Fourteenth Street.

Stratford Fourteenth Street Sheridan Avenue MT. Pleasant Washington Frank Endres Prop Lsfe New Willard Chesapeake and Chio RY Pennsyivania M. Dally Chicago ST. Lou's Cincinmati Louisville St Louis Pullman Lewisville Cincinnati Indianapolis Warrington Virginia Ciacknmati Pullsan Lexington Virginia Hot Springs Cinemaati St. Lowe Janealn la Carlo Chesareake Pennsylvania Avenue Pennsylvania Fuller Norfolk and Western Railway Washington, P. RR Dally Norfolk and Western Aloo Knoxville Chattanooga Marbls Dally—Rosnoke Bristol Winston Balam Nashville Sempheis New Orleans My Murfilk Liava Deliv Frou B. & O Berresite Waray Shenandosh Elhan Puttman Perlo- Gar Fennsy Sania Fourteenta Etract Yor Avenne Bord

Baltimore and Ohio Royal Blue Line Trains to Philadelphia and New York

The Baltimore and Ohio offers trains from New Jersey Ave station on odd hours to Philadelphia and New York. Services include diner and Pullman parlor cars with multiple daily departures and royal limited options. Allentown City sleepers and varying fare levels are listed.

Baltimore and Ohio Railroad New Jersey Ave Royal Blue Line Philadelphia New York Allentte City Chicago Northwest Cincinnati ST. Louis Roussvigla Pittsburg Weeght Cleveland Columbus Wheeling Winchester Apnapolis Dave Bundary LUMAY Elkton Boyd Way Polpes M. Gaithersburg Why Potats Gers Am Washington Junction Way Pointe Bisam Wally Union Transfer Company Pennsylvania Ava Nn New York Ave Isth St Hege Washington Southern Railway Richmon Vie Alexandria Frederickebure Sth Bctreet Richmond Atlantic Coast Lice Fursa Alsmont Sexahoard Air Line Florica Rickword Newnor Pale Meek Quantica Duke Taytor

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