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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Oct 02, 1909
Page
59
A garbled 1920s style account notes President Roosevelt discussing Alaska conditions, the West, and the Panama Canal. It mentions Sonoma Boy, a horse with a prize lamb exhibit, and the president’s remarks on Rooseveltian policies, cabinet service, and expo plans along the Pacific coast.
The article notes a strong plea for consistent work from Yale entrants, praising past achievements and urging steady study habits. It also mentions Phi Beta Kappa qualifications and the emphasis on hard work over social mixing to succeed in college. Ben Lewoyne, a merchant, faces a disorderly house charge and a jury trial request with bond set at 130.
An early 20th century ad promotes overcoats as stylish, well cut and affordable. It touts enduring style and hang, urging readers to be ready for cool weather. Brand names Schwartz and Pelzman appear with address 507 Seventh Street.
The Porter garrison, with only eleven of sixty-three members present, votes to retain its charter amid a disputed audit of former Adjutant General Bonner’s funds. Roosevelt garrison visitors urged surrender while funds and salaries are scrutinized by National Commander Browne.
Abner Drury Brewing Company purchased the Central building at the northwest corner of Pennsylvania Avenue and Ninth Street NW through Liebermann and Hawn. The deed lists a nominal price, but the deal is understood to be near $250,000. The building houses Stevens Pharmacy and Crawford Shoe Company on the ground level, with three large stores on the Ninth Street side and three upper office stories. The purchase is an investment not slated for immediate improvements. The property is highly valued and prominently located on Pennsylvania Avenue.
Lewis an official of National Trust Company and other corporations was held by United States Commissioner Anson Taylor on a charge related to the October Federal Grand Jury. Bail was set at 3500, furnished by Dr. William W Stewart, after District Attorney Baker requested an increase to 5000. The defense signaled it would await the commissioner's decision.
Indorses the Education of our children as vital. Takoma Park Citizens Association president William B McClayton spoke at the first fall meeting at Whitney Avenue Christian Church and praised the board of education. Twenty three membership applications were approved. The ANGLO station plans a next meeting on November 5.
Washington notes a Swedish church planned here with sermons in Swedish led by Ro A J Bastam of New York and Mr Fastem. Services will be Sunday nights at 8 in Lutheran Memorial Church as Mr Fastem preaches and Mr Douglas arrives to take the new charge.
A vast four foot long cigar, shipped from the Philippine Islands to General Clarence Edwards, is shown as a novelty item. The cigar, free of duty under a new tariff, arrives with officials noting its size, weight, and the ceremonial promise of presenting the first example in the U S. Local climber Steeple Kelley plans to attempt a flagpole record at the Lothrop Home, amid other notes from Washington and Massachusetts.
A September 21 meeting of the Washington Canoe Club unanimously approved a resolution praising The Washington Post for its generous regatta and prizes. Odell L. Whipple, president, signaled the club’s gratitude, noting multiple acts of help from the paper and expressing belief aquatic sports will benefit. Washington, September 23.
Justice Gould adjourned court in tribute to W Mosby Williams a prominent Washington lawyer who died at Providence Hospital after a prolonged illness. Williams chaired the rules committee of the Washington bar and was a Georgetown Law graduate active in multiple civic groups. He was survived by his wife.
The annual W C T U convention for the District of Columbia will take place at Dimanvel Baptist Church on Sixteenth Street and Columbia Road from October 5 to 7. A second convention in December 12 to 1 is planned with many national organizations represented. A conference at the W O C 6710 building set the program, with speakers including Rev Clinton N Howard and Armour of Georgia State W C T U. A street parade is under consideration for January with Loyal Temperance Legion youth and Washingtonians planning to march.
The Catholic Feast of Our Lady of the Rosary tomorrow inaugurates St Dominic’s winter schedule. Dominican fathers lead the celebration with services across churches dedicated to St Dominic including a 600-child procession at vesper time and a 4:30 pm ceremony for the third order observances.
Women and guests attend at the Chamber of Commerce headquarters for a social evening accompanying the auto awards. President Gude and Isaac Gans present trophies to navy yard workers and other winners amid remarks on civic spirit and industry. An orchestra adds to the reception as prizes are distributed for floral decorations and electric and gasoline cars.
The Citizens Northwest Suburban Association met at Masonic Hall Tennallytown to back sewer and street improvements in the district quarter and to urge a Massachussets avenue streetcar from Dupont Circle to the District line. The group also supported a Lincoln Boulevard memorial boulevard plan and praised President Charles C Lancaster for a decade of service.
Forty hours devotion opens with a high Mass at 11 tomorrow at St Patrick Church. A procession and exposition follow the blessed sacrament. Solemn Masses are scheduled Monday and Tuesday mornings at nine. An upcoming mission by visiting clergy, with Dr Russell to preach, aims to renew interest as retreats for youth and young women are planned.
A resident complains to the District of Columbia about a parrot that crows loudly and swears in German, Spanish, and English. Neighbors object to the bird and the owner seeks guidance on legal relief or required signatures, noting no rule compels signing for a parrot yet parrots’ profanity could justify action.
The National Law School opened last night on Smrtesnth street northwast with the largest enrollment in its history. Chancellor presided and introduced Dean Charles F. Carus who spoke on practical legal education. Dr Hannis Tavnor discussed Law and Citizenship while Gen Georga B Davie covered International Law. Charles H Turner, assistant US attorney, will lecture on criminal law and procedure.
Father Cosnor of Springfield will conduct the mission at the Church of the Nativity Brightwood. The event includes high mass and a sermon at 10:20 tomorrow morning, with evening benediction and daily instruction throughout the week. Father Connor closed a retreat at Providence Hospital for the Sisters of Charity.
The fourteenth annual Washington College of Law was inaugurated in the Chesley Building on New York Avenue Northwest. Dean Ellen Spencer Muse delivered the welcome, noting the largest enrollment in the college’s history and new quarters with substantial additions. The ceremony featured Professors Lasher, Hegarty, Dutton, Oberlin, Stith, Fitts, and Misses Jamison Gillette Conway, announcing the coeducational program and post graduate options leading to a master’s degree.
The law department opened the 1909 1910 session in the university holding. Judge Georges W Atkinson of the Supreme Court of the District of Columbia delivered the opening address at 6 o'clock, stressing diligent study for a career in the local profession. Judge Leighton presided with Dean Leighton guiding the session.
Revival services will start Sunday October 17 at Gorsuch MB Church at Four and a Half and L streets southwest. The event features Rev William D Laumaster of Danville, a prominent evangelist, assisted by Rev W L Gynn, pastor of Gorsuch. This marks Lawmaster’s first Washington appearance, with plans for further meetings this winter in cooperation with Grace ME Church and Hyattvite ME Church.
The Baltimore Missionary Society of the Methodist Episcopal Church will hold its annual conference at Epworth Church with about 100 delegates arriving today. Bishop AW Wilson will preach the opening sermon Sunday morning while Miss Gibson discusses missionary work at night. Business sessions occur Monday and Tuesday.
Levi McLaughlin of Washington District died in Hagerstown on an October day. He is survived by a wife and two children. The report notes his sister, Mrs Mi A site resident of Amborahd Valley Tod, and lists limited family details from the sparse obituary fragment.
Beginning to mulion a mission at the Shrine of the Sacred Heart on Fourteenth Street and Park Road NW. Jesuit Fathers Rant and Mulry of New York will conduct services at 6 20 and 9 a.m. daily with 7 4 p.m. evening services. Music directed by Prof L Gannon. Mission ends with evening services October 1.
Through her attorneys Charles Disgy and David Rothschild, Mrs Coskers files against her husband alleging abuse and ill treatment. She recounts an incident where he struck her and broke a water pitcher on her head during a dispute. Local records indicate the case seeks protection and possible damages.
Weather bureau reports warm across the southwest and a disturbance near the northern New England underlie a shifting pattern. Winds along the New England coast run moderate to brisk west to northwest with variable light on southern Atlantic and gulf coasts. Separate items note a Washington Post appearance and a Young Men's Christian Association rally with about five members present and plans outlined by department directors.
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