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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Oct 30, 1909
Page
9
A Takoma Park reception experiment proposes a pay-as-you-enter method for adults at Bliss Hite bungalow events. Feminine attendees face dress guidance with wear of street wear instead of evening clothes amid park debates on finance and social norms.
A fragmented note outlines a laymen register event planned for tomorrow in local churches with a central location at a specified time and venue. It urges parishioners to attend gatherings and mentions coordinators and church groups organizing the effort.
A guardian was appointed for a minor in a probate matter involving property and estate administration. The proceeding referenced a trust or custodial arrangement and noted a financial figure, with details indicating a formal court action and oversight by a fiduciary.
Our new tutor Weg establishment aims to be the largest and finest in tts as the Inulders finish their wink Wey. It promises the best suits and overcoats in Washington at the fairest prices, inviting shoppers despite working men nearby.
At a Maryland DC Dental Society meeting at George Washington University, Dr F Smuth argued dentistry is a branch of general medicine while backing free dental clinics in public schools to curb children's tooth decay. Delegates debated compulsory clinic service and photographed Treasury Street during a break. The Psi Omega fraternity hosted lunch at the Arlington Hotel with University of Pennsylvania alumni hosting a dinner.
Justice Shepard and Corporation Counsel dispute altering oath form. Shepard says no reason to change the oath words, stressing truthfulness remains despite form. Counsel Thompson notes lack of explanation and urges commissioners to seek Congress approval for proposed changes.
A joint committee meeting in the Board of Trade rooms outlined arrangements to entertain a Japanese monetary commercial mission. The program includes a special exhibition in the rig hall, a reception at the Cartoran Galleries, and a private viewing to honor visiting emissaries. The delegation will depart Washington Thursday morning to conclude their tour of American cities.
Kuster S Villa reports from Vallew Forge Pa that a conference with Seer lay of Shite Wier addressed the status of Hankey on Chuan Rawoad loza which has been pending for several months. State Department officials profess to be satisfied with progress though a serious hitch with Germany surfaced. Berlin reportedly declined to join an American bank share without compensating concessions.
Geneal Cash School Rifle club was organized last night with officers elected Dr WW Phelps president Wo Covell vice president ML Leonard secretary Ro Beach treasurer and G Hauwitton captain. The members will represent the O sheet school in the meet of the affiliated National Rifle Association of America on November. A team from each of the three companies AF aut Tg club team and a fish school team will be entered along with competitors for the manual prize.
The Law Class second year at George Washington University elected officers at a meeting last evening. President W Jefferson Davis of Virginia was chosen, with vice president Walter J Gill of Massachusetts, treasurer Henry F bu Boin of Washington, secretary J Staley Preston of New York, Chevy Pree class editor Jit Carl of Washington, and Hatchel class orator David Paul Herriott of Pennsylvania. Otk was decided to divide the class into morning and afternoon sections.
At a local South Washington Business Association meeting Dr WS Richardson was endorsed for Washington postmaster. A committee of Dr GH Arms, Prof JG Neu, and D Jobs Allen was appointed to draft a letter to the President urging the appointment. Dr Richardson is a Republican and was a delegate to the 2008 Republican national convention.
Gen James M. Ashton of Tacoma testifies Barrill did not fear Dr Frederick Cook and explains paying Barrill and Printz about 209 for travel expenses. Ashton asserts Cook never approached within 14 miles of Mount McKinley summit, and affidavits reflect hours of cross examination and sworn statements.
The dispute over whether Frederick A Cook reached Mount McKinley continues with affidavits and claims that recovery of records is needed. A Montana arrival, Dr Cook and others discuss a sworn statement about the September 1908 ascent.
The new 14 inch gun for the Washington navy yard will be built at Midvale Steel Company with breech mechanism installation to begin there and at the naval proving grounds Indian Head. Upon completion the weapon will weigh about 100 tons and fire projectiles near 1400 pounds with a powder charge around 10 pounds for testing and potential future adoption.
The Macfarlan trophy, awarded for best-kept firehouse in the District, will be presented to Engine Company No 14 on November 10. Washington merchants arrange a jubilation with invited guests as the company retains the trophy for another year after last year’s win.
Fors berg and Murray machinists purchase the square bounded by Eighth Ninth Water and Eastreeleigh from J Eakin Gadsby. The site will host a three story workshop and blacksmith shop. Brokers report sale of seven 10 foot lots in G street near Twenty third street northwest in the Denf tract to B A Lane.
A Japanese worker named George Matthews was arrested Thursday on HC street NW for intoxication and brandishing a razor. Police report he is linked to a culinary staffer of naval officers. Massie aided in identifying him and authorities expect repayment of fines.
A May Sylvester report states that Halloween spooks will be curbed by heavy police presence. Officers will deter pranks such as flour thefts and gate damage to prevent property destruction.
Eleven novices toiled in heated sand during the October session of Almas Temple Nobles of the Mystic Shrine at the National Rifles Armory. About four hundred fez wearers watched as the initiates marched the route and an Acca Temple Richmond team sent fifteen nobles, with Almas Potentate A. Lows A. Dent directing.
The Rinehart and Dennis Company, railroad contractors, won a contract for work on the Catskill aqueduct. The project amount is 5,000,000 with a completion time of 3551 months from notice, set by the New York City Board of Water Supply.
The annual session of the Episcopal Missions department will convene in this city at Trinity Episcopal Church on November 10. Mass meeting scheduled for that evening with speakers including Hishon Harding of Washington and Rev Thomas J Garland, department secretary and council secretary.
A morning fire on North Patrick Street in Alexandria destroyed parts of five row houses. Blamed on burning leaves blown by a high wind, the blaze endangered Mrs Frank Edwards and infant, who were rescued with neighbors. Homes owned by Robert Taylor were left untenable. tenants salvaged belongings. Insurance covers damage. ownership disputes tied to old Alexandria House sale and Mayor Goods inquiry continue.
Justice Anderson rules the will divides the estate among branches of the testator family. Trustees contend legacies split shares for descendants and nephews, while plaintiffs argue the entire estate goes to the principal line. The court upholds a broad division among branches with representation for grandchildren and nieces. Attorneys Latimer Landach and Brumback appeared for the estate.
George Walsh of the Rootevalt Rough Riders was arrested in Philadelphia at the request of an associate. He allegedly raised funds by cashing drafts on a Western bank and sought help after failing to repay. A deputy U.S. marshal stated the matter could be settled out of court with repayment.
The Interstate Commerce Commission chairmanship candidate, Martin Knapp, emerges as a Taft v candidate for the Supreme Court seat. A New York native long serving as an ICC commissioner since 18%, his age and state ties bolster support for the vacancy appointment. A separate brief notes a man fell from a factory sixth story in Winston-Salem, badly shaken with fever.
Memorial services for May Gen Olver Ots Howard USA retired were held in Burlington Vermont and Bennington Vermont with addresses by President Thirkield and War Gen Leonard A Wood. The faculty and students paid tribute with wreaths as plans were discussed for a memorial gate at the ground entrance. The processions included a caisson, military band, and guards from Vermont National Guard and Tenth Cavalry.
A weather dispatch notes an extended cool air mass moving from the Pacific into the western states and Great Lakes region. It details a broad northwest to southeast flow, sharp temperature drops, and unsettled conditions with rain and gusty winds. Forecasters expect coastal rain to spread inland, with a cooling trend into the weekend across major cities and river valleys.
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