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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Oct 19, 1907
Page
15
Clothing dealers stress New Ideas in Men's wear but the careful dresser seeks style quality and fit. Saks promises comfort and sophistication with clean cut lines and perfect fits. Prices range from 12.50 to 45.00 for suits with padded shoulders broad effect and tasteful details.
Railroad officials discuss a proposed tax to fund the new Union Station in Washington. They argue the station cost millions and require rate readjustment across routes, while some officials deny any intent to hike prices, predicting changes to through Washington fares and a general realignment of schedules once the depot opens.
District commissioners inform General Alexander Mackenzie chief of engineers they include money in their congressional estimates for a public convenience station on the public reservation at Seventh and K streets and Massachusetts avenue northwest They seek transfer of the reservation portion from the engineers to the commissioners If unsatisfied they will pursue another year of effort.
District Commissioners select a block on Fourth Street between Pomeroy and Grant for a new Howard University subdivision school. Six lots chosen. three bought for 1450 dollars, three to be acquired. Building and site cost 126000 dollars. Commissioner Morrow stated construction will start in about three months.
Bridge delays arise from the railing contractor’s bankruptcy. Douglas Accompanied by assistant counsel to Philadelphia secured contract completion via the receiver. About 55 percent of railings ready. bridge may open before Novem 7. Also named are three new special policemen and an inspector of machinery for the Ane costia Bridge. Street work approved funds for Thirteenth Street improvements.
Central Talon Mission marks its twenty third anniversary with special literary and musical services at Vermont Avenue Christian Church. Afternoon program begins at 1 oclock with addresses by Dr WC Alexander Rey John M. GU Rey and others. evening program starts at 7 30 with Rev Robert M Moore and Rev Charles F Winbigler among speakers. Musical numbers directed by W D Yingling feature Clayton, Emiz Clayton, B Bmlgana, and Prot Percy Forter.
Commissioners urged Congress to grant the District authority over street railway lines and schedules. Commissioner Macfarland argued for municipal regulation, noting current laws lack penalties and that a small number of decisions could settle long standing issues with hearings for all interested. He favored expert guidance and a permanent commission to aid regulation.
Industrial Institute advocates education for colored youth with a mass meeting at Metropolitan Baptist Church. Gen John B Henderson will preside, with speakers including Justice Brewer and Rabel Abraham Simon. Also notes local ads and business notices interspersed.
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