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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1907
Page
31
The Walnut Futurity Cup went to Jack Leyburn and Madden with Regord as main horse. An accident near the first turn prevented Main Sheet from challenging the lead as Regord raced strong through the last quarter mile. Geers rode Ed Geers’ horse Pacemaker to second.
At Hagerstown fair, multiple horse racing events highlighted by steady entries and decisive wins. Notables include Tatil taking a first in a featured race, with Veumatt and other named horses competing across divisions and heats. The meet also showcases prizes like 250 dollars and other purses, with local riders and stables from Baltimore and surrounding counties earning recognition.
An article notes President’s plan to deploy Admiral Evan’s fleet to the Atlantic coast, requiring over 700 charts on Atlantic routes and continental borders, highlighting reliance on American surveys and gaps in original material. Also reports on Vermont delegates to the United Daughters of the Confederacy convention in Jamestown, and a postponed trial of former Policeman John Lipscomb for assault with a dangerous weapon, now set for October 22. Lipscomb had previously fired during a Coranut raid, injuring Daniel Boyle.
In New Orleans Judge Farrar held court over a proxy dispute involving Mr Fish and Harriman over control of Mutant Liza Insurance Company of New York. The case centers on proxies voting for years and the possibility of postponing the annual meeting to allow a merits hearing. A compromise was reached to appoint a three member committee to report on proxies, with Harriman and Fish each selecting a member. The court ordered no prejudice to further proceedings and noted both sides claim a majority of proxies, though actual counts remain unclear. Mr Fish attended court, while Harriman arrived but did not attend the proceedings.
Western Union telegraph operators reportedly applied for reinstatement after a six man strike. Night Manager Young of the Washington branch says four went to work yesterday and two would resume today. President Groves of the local telegraphers union denies the report, stating no new operators were taken on at the Postal office.
District commissioners plan to send a nearly 13 million dollar budget request to the Treasury for transmission to Congress. They seek funds for new school buildings portable schools high priority police, water service, public bathing and laundry facilities, health department expansion, and a ninth street comfort station, with major support for the Board of Education totaling over four million dollars for new buildings and grounds.
A ten year old girl Maud elopes with Lucas Elliott. her brother Tam William L Bennett seeks custody after learning of the marriage. Detectives escort couple to police headquarters while Congress mulls a bill requiring insurance companies to use legally authorized agents in the District.
The Dresden National Bank failed after months of trouble caused by loans to local woolen manufacturers. Bank examiner Robert Lyons was appointed temporary receiver as the bank of $1,000 capital and branches at Zanesville and Fraxernburg closed, with 202 workers affected and deposits largely withdrawn.
Charles Kaiser, 21, of 2 E Street Southasst, is jailed at Pitth precinct on suspicion of passing a counterfeit twenty at a local theater. Porter, assistant treasurer, sold two tickets Monday night, received $16 in change, and only later realized the bill was worthless. Police say Kaiser's description matches the man who bought the tickets. He faces Poles Court this morning.
The funeral of Mrs Thomas Cox, mother in law of Dr Boskin Glazebrook, who died suddenly early yesterday, will be held tomorrow afternoon at St Pauls Episcopal Church on Twenty second Street. In the rector’s absence Rev Alfred Harding, services will be conducted by Rev Olla A Glazebrook. The pallbearers will be the sons in law of Mrs Cox.
The engineer commissioner approved extending the North Penn Iron Company time to October 9 for furnishing iron railings for the Connecticut avenue bridge. Captain Morrow and Mr Douglas also approved charging the contractor with inspection costs and deducting penalties from the contract to cover each day of the extension.
John George, a Greek, was acquitted by a jury in Criminal Court No 1 before Justice Stafford yesterday after evidence linked to a burglary at Pater K Chaconans home on Ninth Street and Louisiana Avenue. Mrs Virginia Chatonas testified to seeing a man in her bedroom as valuables were stolen. He proved he left Baltimore August 2 for Norfolk, remaining there until August 6, with a hotel keeper testifying on his behalf.
Corporation Counsel renders opinion that 4001 fire escape law does not apply to boarding houses, distinguishing them from hotel or apartment buildings. The 24 North Capitol Street boarding house, operated as a rooming house with a plaque, faced a required fire escapes notice but will not be compelled to install escapes under the current interpretation.
May Sylvester, superintendent of police, backs petition from Laborers and acting Janitors across precinct stations and headquarters to rename their job titles from laborers to janitors. Petition also asks raise from 720 to 900 a year, which he does not approve. They note duties include handling articles held as evidence by a deceased sergeant and exposure to disease from infectious Derrons while costs have risen.
The East Washington Heights Citizens Association received word from the Street Commissioners that Pennsylvante avenue southwest extension and Branch avenue improvements will be considered in the estimates. An appropriation was asked last year and may be included again, though no change in street grades is expected due to high cost.
Last night three separate fires touched homes on De Frees Street, Tenth Street Northwest, and Langdon, DC. Firefighters responded quickly, with Engine Company No 1 and local police aiding to extinguish flames. Minor damage reported, cause of the De Frees Street blaze unknown, while Langdon fire stemmed from an oil stove incident.
The Washington Architectural Club met at 729 Fifteenth Street NW to approve buying a house as its permanent HQ. A central location was favored, with committees formed for house, entertainment, library, lectures, competitions, press, exhibition, and catalogue. membership surpasses 200 with three new members. An October 29 public exhibition of local drawings is planned in club rooms.
Wichard D. Whte was yesterday appointed by the Commissioners to a temporary clerk position in the District department of insurance on the recommendation of Thomas E. Drake, District superintendent of instance. Mr. White Reed who had held the Rowena post resigned.
Attorney Carrington argues over the meaning of bookmaker in the George L Goodacre case as Justice Barnard weighs a motion to quash a multi count indictment. The government seeks to prove betting without specifying the exact offense, while defense demands a clear charge and targeted defense strategy.
Rev Dr J Madieon Swaddner of Rome Ind has accepted the Dumbarton Avenue M E Church pastorate after a successful Kokomo tenure that eliminated debt. Rev G W King resigns to lead Peoples Church Boston and will depart soon. The Potomac Literary Club elected new officers led by S A Terry with Col E R B Thompson as vice president and Misa Jan Motchkles as recording secretary.
Guide to broiling steak in a gas range. Details on oven door position ventilation and turning without a fork. Distance from flame changes by thickness. Quick sear then four to six minutes per side, longer for very thin steaks. Do not season until serving.
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