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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Oct 12, 1909

Page

8

The Tail of a Mule in Police Court Reel

Police court recaps a farcical trial titled The Tail of a Mule with Judge Aukam presiding. James Holmes leads as the mule’s rescuer, while Special Agent Thomas of the Humane Society appears dramatically. Several petty cases, including a drunken harassment incident, a craps game raid, and a church box pilfering case, are noted with brief outcomes and fines.

Aukam James Holmes Holmes Agent Thomas The Humane Society Thomas Ernest Deans Church of the Holy Trinity Georgetown Mullowny Deans J M Peterson

Columbus Day Observances Across States

The Columbus Day celebration marked as a legal holiday in several states with ceremonies led by the Knights of Columbus. A vesper service at St Paul’s Church will close the day with a sermon, while preparations for a reception on October 31 honor James A. Flaherty of Philadelphia, newly elected supreme knight.

Christopher Columbus Pennsylvania Nework New Jersey Connecticut Tlinuis Miccigan Colorado California Montana Missouri Knights of Columbus Knights of Columus St Paul's Catholic Church John Marhay CS BP St. Thomas Aquinas’ College Addres Brant James A. Flaherty Philadelphia United States

Special offer on D. D. D. Treatment for skin disease

A promotional notice touts 25 cents for a bottle of D. D. D. Prescription, claiming instant relief and potential early cure for eczema and skin conditions. Henry Jivans and People’s Drug Store endorse the special price, urging readers to try decades of success with this mild soothing wash.

Chicago D. D Henry Jivans F Street Northwest People’s Drug Store Seventh Street Northwest

Teachers Receive First Month Salaries in District Schools

The district public school system paid more than $5000 in salaries yesterday to about 1,000 teachers for the first month of the school year. Disbursement was expedited with payrolls prepared two days earlier than last year, and checks were issued promptly. Special teachers had to collect their checks in person at Mr Wilson's office, while others received them at their assigned schools.

George Reid Fim Jast George Georgie Lauren and Mahanoy Loula Wilson Jdls Tiey Wilson Xr Wilson

District officials study Milwaukee waste plan for ideas

Washington officials will tour Milwaukee to glean techniques for disposing of refuse. Commissioner West and Street Cleaning Superintendent Wood will visit several major cities to adapt Milwaukee’s 300000 ton plant system to the District. Milwaukee's approach, including its practice of burning refuse for power, contrasts with Washington’s current contracted disposal and transfer point operations.

Washington Milwaukee Commissioner West James M Wood A. B Cargill Health Department of Woodward South West Wood Ict Milwaukee Cargill

Health Office Changes Transfer of Woodland and Gresham in District

Health Officer Woodward recommends staff moves in the District health department effective October 16. Arthur Woodland moves from sanitary and food inspector to assist milk and pure food law enforcement, replacing McAuley who resigned. Woodland’s July appointment becomes permanent, Curtis E Gresham appointed sanitary and food inspector vice Woodland.

Woodward Distict Health Department Ocober Arthur Woodland McAuley Mc Woodland Curtis E Gresham

Oppose Sneezing Powders Stir Theaters Complaint

Several six cent theater proprietors report incidents of small boys scattering sneezing and itching powders during performances. Corporation counsel investigates legality of druggists selling such powders and contemplates regulations if no law exists. The latest game Pearys and Cooks Cash to the North Pole is advertised at seven cents with a coupon in the next Sunday's Post.

Peary’s Cook North’ Pole Washington Post

Citizens Form Association to Incorporate North Chesapeake Beach

Residents of North Chesapeake Beach gathered at Maj Williams’s cottage last Saturday and adopted a resolution to form a permanent citizen’s association to incorporate the town. A committee of John Shaw Dr Pero and Mr Cady will provide members with citizenship information, and Ocean City Md charter was read by Mr Griest. It was agreed a chartered club will visit the city to perfect incorporation articles. The next meeting is set for November 6.

North Chesapeake Beach Maj. Williams Permanent Citizen's Association of John Shaw Pero Cady Associataon Ocean City Griest

License to Wed Colored Girl Stirs City Rumors

A license to marry was issued yesterday for Charles H Wyant and Luelle Russell amid confusion over the minister Rev J H Wobenaon of the Northeast Baptist Church who later denied knowledge of the couple. Wyant served in the 7th Coast Artillery. Russell previously lived in Washington, California, and Mexico.

Charles H Wyant Luelle Russell J H Wob‘enaon Northeast Baptist Church Colored Wyant 7Th Coast Artillery Washington Sheban California Mexico

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