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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Oct 14, 1905
Page
11
A Washington Post feature lists Pension Bureau staff aged sixty six and up, detailing years of service from twenty to over forty, calling them the loyal legion. It contrasts Osler’s theory with a veteran corps still active in Judiciary Square and challenges other clerks nationwide.
Charles M Tompkins elder statesman of the Pension Bureau born 1822 in Westchester County New York. After law degree at University of New York 1844 he practiced in Fond du Lac Wisconsin and served as postmaster before joining Lincoln era Pension Bureau in 1861. He recalls growth from 90 clerks to over 1700 and moves from Patent Office to Louisiana avenue then Pennsylvania avenue. He served under seventeen commissioners and witnessed Civil War upheavals, noting two civil war era excitements as the most vivid in Washington.
The excerpt recalls Wirly's 1864 raid into Maryland near Linits city and the swift Sixth Corps arrival that halted the advance. It depicts townsfolk' fear and relief as Union troops moved along the Avenue toward northern fortifications. The piece also notes Judge Tompkins receiving a loving cup for forty years in the Pension Bureau.
A century old notice describes loyalty awards for long serving staff Mr Benton and colleagues Mesars Moore Benton Hutton Merrifield among others who earned roving cups with an ebony stand for forty years in the Bureau of Review. It notes a clerkship start in 1861 and a later pension transfer amidst job turbulence and reduced pay, while the 76 year old veteran remains confident in continued service.
A roundup of railway changes and updates across major lines. Resignations and appointments include A R Peyinghaug and J R Roycrett in Missouri operations, Walter L Wygand at Minnesota, and new roles from Lehigh to Grand Trunk Pacfic. Reports note rising eastbound tonnage, sustained flour production, and forthcoming express services such as the Oyster Special. New board moves at Wabash and Erie echo broader consolidations while line executives shift offices from Little Rock to Reading and beyond. The year 1904 rail mileage totals 637,105 miles with earnings gains for Bangor and Aroostook and Illinois Central.
Secretary Woodward of the Automobile Board endorses a registration fee of x dollars for autos in a comprehensive report. The year records 667 permits issued to operable motor vehicles, reflecting growing activity in chauffeur services and vehicle licensing procedures.
H M Woodward secretary of the automobile license board submits the annual fiscal year report. He notes 667 applicants examined and issued permits, 468 vehicles assigned IDs, 168 transferred to buyers, and 68 registered from other states. Amendments include adding D initial to DC plates and requiring good character certificates for chauffeurs. Woodward proposes $1 fees for DC registration and operation permits, including a badge seal.
Rev Oliver Johnson of South Carolina and Leslie D C will preach Sunday morning at Central Presbyterian Church and again that evening at Eckington Church in Washington. His congregation, likely the strongest in the seceder denomination, is building a new worship house considered among the finest in the Synod of the South. The current church, doubled in size and remodeled, dates back to 1822 after a 1790 log structure. Johnson was called to Leslie eleven years ago after Princeton studies and a degree from Erskine College in Due West S C six years earlier.
The Central Union Mission marks its twenty first anniversary with services at the headquarters and Hamline Church. Rev S M Newman to preach at 11 am and 7:30 pm. Gospel wagon at Market space at 2 and 6 pm, with 3 pm service at the mission. Address by W B Andrews. Foster to conduct music. Mission organized August 4 1884 and funded by a Mary J Hawes legacy. Annual meeting Monday. board and ministerial council listed.
Dr William Gerry Morgan recovering well after appendix operation in New York and due back in Washington in about ten days. Thomas J Fisher travels to Milwaukee for the American Street Lighting Association meeting, with stopovers in Pittsburgh and Chicago to study city lighting. Bradford Rhodes of First National Bank of Mamaroneck, a longtime convention participant, at the New Willard and bound for New York City to attend as director of several banks. Rhodes says Washington bankers have surpassed all others in entertainment.
Sioux City Iowa October 18 W E Brown president of the failed bank at Storm City Iowa was sentenced by Judge Reed in federal court to five years in prison for fraudulent banking actions.
A sprawling advertisement compilation urges merchants to place ads in The Post, touting the paper as the smart investment for business. It lists various local businesses, from grocers to tailors, hardware and services, noting new locations, improved facilities, and quick closings. It highlights Alexandria and Washington operations, local trades, and upcoming shipyard and river activity.
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