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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Oct 27, 1904

Page

9

Statler Away End Hearing At Early Day

Attorney for Street Cleaning Superintendent notified Commissioner West that the client was ready to return for conducting the investigation despite poor health. Warner Stutler left the city for West Virginia amid malarial fever, with George Twohey acting as superintendent. The Commissioners seek to conclude the case on Monday, with a public trial.

West Ais Warner Stutler West Virginx George Twohey Setiing Hiss Absenes Ahr. West C. C. Cole Stutler Stailer

Police Magistrate System Favored By West Despite Past Opposition

Commissioner West signals shift toward magistrate system for disposing cases, following a meeting with Maj Sylvester and police captains. He previously opposed expansion of offices and costs, but now supports juries still using Police Court. four or five magistrates would divide precincts and hold daily sessions at the Flatians building.

West Commissioner West Maj Sylvester

Harris and Turner Receives Ten and Seven Year Sentences

Justice Wright yesterday sentenced Frank Barris and Isase Turner to ten and seven years in the penitentiary for their roles in the August assault that injured Henry Holmes near Thirty third and M streets. Edward Matthews was acquitted. Harris pled guilty to pettit larceny, and xeno Lanea was suspended in light of the heavier sentence. Elia Marshall Mary Lewis and Rast Marshall were acquitted of related charges against the Peter Grogan Company.

Harris Turner Justice Wright Frank Barris Isase Turner Noth Negree Henry Holmes Thirty-third M Streets United States Besby-Smith Edward Matthews Xenlenea Prins Elia Marshall Mary Lewis Rast Marshall Iaceny Peter Grogan

Moving Government Building to Washington Approved Plan

Commissioner West proposes moving the United States Government Building from St. Louis to Washington for a vast convention site. A companion idea includes displaying exhibits inside the building, though objections cite Smithsonian and National Museum displays. Congress action is needed. estimated cost about 350000 dollars to cover expenses.

Washington Commissioner West United States St. Louis Triaus TU Ds West

Autumn and spring blend at the Old Point Comfort resort

Autumn vies with spring as patrons flock to the Old Point Comfort area. The Norfolk and Washington Steamboat Company provides daily sailings to Old Point and Norfolk, with connections to Southern winter resorts and ships to New York and Winston. The Charles Macalester steamer runs from Seventh Street wharf, offering brief trips and scenic views along Maryland and Virginia shores. The city plans to test a new large steam engine at No 10 Engine Company for suburban service, while health ads tout Hood's Sarsaparilla as a remedy for humors and mucous ailments.

Old Point Comfort Old Point Norfolk New York Winston Cilliesre Luventt Street Fourteenth Street Gers Wae Mount ‘Vernon Maryland Virginia Charles Macalester Seventh Street Washington Manustra

Bids Exceed Funds for New Almshouse Project

Bids for the almshouse near Sheppard's Landing came in above the $125,000 appropriation. Isadore Pavarini offered $8,400 for construction, dropping $1,559 if appliances are omitted. Horton & Hemenway bid $123,273, with $100 off if five appliances are omitted. Gleeson & Humphrey bid $122,000.

Shepherd's Landing Isadore Pavarini Horton & Hemenway Gleeson & Humphrey

Indictments and ignored charges by grand jury list

Grand jury indicted multiple individuals for house breaking robbery larceny and assault with dangerous weapon including Renard Atkinson Norman Harrison Williams and George Harris with alias Landon others. Several cases were ignored Adrian Briggs Joe Houghton Edward Winaberger Virginia Coates and Willee Coloma noted among vanished charges.

Fierbart Akers Renard Atkinson Angubus Wilsac Norman Harrison George C. Sacrey Williams George Harris George Landon William McDowall George Kelly Xauault Alsert Holinds John Smith Jean Sherman Dennis W Toomey Dennis W.toomey Tor Essamlk Charles Valg James Dove Harry Gullatin Hansa Broking Iarraaz Philip Birgin Atulen Laniie Jones Allan Laglea Wasson Dennis Ty Taomes Dlco Adrian Briggs Joe Houghton Atten Edward FL Winaberger Virginta Coates Willee Coloma

Theft Charge Arises Over Clothing Theft At Muncie

Arthur Kennedy a Howard University student was arrested by detectives in Washington for stealing two suits. He admitted guilt and will be sent back to Muncie to face charges. The bulletin also advertises Holmes Bakery and a mix of local notices and ads including groceries and a dog bite incident.

Arthur Kennedy Howard University Lacey 2Nd Baur Muncia Kennedy Muncie

Powers Proved Innocent by Alibi in Police Court

Bettie Mercer accused Le Grande Powers of assault after claiming she sat on a man’s lap on a street car October 2 and was slapped. Powers proved an alibi and was not identified, with evidence placing him elsewhere in the city during the incident.

le Grande Powers Bettie Mercer Powers Mr. Powers

Health Report Shows Diptheria Rise and Local Insurance Crackdown

Weekly health summary notes twenty five new diphtheria cases with five discharges, slight rise in scarlet fever, typhoid still declining but above last year. Ten deaths and one birth recorded. The Nation Soma association of Washington DC banned for operating without lawful conduct. Incorporated 1903 to insure members of fraternal orders only. Ninety member groups joined before insurance department intervened and ordered cessation of business.

Rennew of Health Onger Woodward Nation Suresoma Association Washington, D. C District of Columbia Benevolent Set Insurance Department Supt Drake

The Man's Store Clothing Values Compared in Fall Line

The Man's Store boasts that men compare prices with other shops and return to buy here. Suits top coats rain coats and overcoats priced from 10.90 to 30 highlight value and quality in honest comparison.

Granted Divorce for Desertion Signed Yesterday

A judge granted a divorce on desertion grounds between George A. Daisy and Kate M. Dave, signed by Justice Anderson yesterday. The text also mentions various unrelated advertisements and notices including groceries, medicines, and local store details with scattered names and addresses.

A Deere Justice Anderson George A. Daihom Kate M. Dave

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