Hit Contract Scheme for Chicago's Street Railed Reform
Washington Post reports Chicago mayoral plan for municipal streetcar ownership draws sharp opposition. Critics call the plan an anomalous corporation with a self perpetuating board and profits routed to a separate entity. Debates hinge on legality, votes, and November election timing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington Post
Chicago
Dunne
Municipal Ownership League
United States
Iaver
Prosperity Wave Boosts Texas Growth, Waco Doctor States
Dr W E B Cole of Waco Texas travels through Washington on vacation noting a nationwide prosperity wave reaching the Lone Star State. He cites farmers cotton stockmen manufacturers and other business groups as improving their prospects. He adds Waco and its citizens are growing rapidly with strong labor and enterprise, despite some spring and summer sickness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Waco
Lone Star State
W. EB. Cole
Tex
Washington
Cole
Lone Star
Commonwealth of the Southwest
Eggs for Republicans at West Chester Celebration
Ten thousand boiled eggs will headline the fare for the Republican celebration in West Chester, Pa. Chief of Police R. O. Jeffers directs arrangements with a staff of assistants. A ton of meats, mustard, pickles, biscuits, and coffee are on order as clubs from Chester County and nearby areas prepare to parade. Lancaster City's Republican club plans to attend with over 100 members and the Fourth Regiment N G P band. Chief marshal GD Ramsey appointed about thirty aides from across the county.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West Chester
Westchester
Chester County
Lancaster City
Crackepublican Club
G. P
Ramsey
Cannot Escape It Taggart Trial Teased by Sioux City Journal
The Sioux City Journal hints at a forthcoming dramatization of the Taggart trial following the appearance of Murat Halatead's History of the Russo Japanese War. The note frames upcoming editorial attention and speculative coverage in the periodical.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sioux City Journal
Taggart
Murat Halatead
Flat Dwellers Squeezed by Rising New York Rents
Special Correspondent reports Manhattan rent increases from 5 to 10 percent as leases expire October 1. Tenants seek substitutes or table boarders while dealers dispute the extent of the rise. Some firms claim 8 to 10 percent, Harlem sees modest gains, and overall shortage drives higher private-house rents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington Post
New York
The
Bronx
Manhattan
Harlem
14Th Street
Sixth Avenue
Best Dressed Men Shop With Wives
A Chicago Tribune observation notes that husbands increasingly dress to please wives while sales staff cater to both. It details how women influence fit, color, and choices, the dynamics of couples shopping, and how engaged pairs and mothers influence purchasing, often making the trip a social event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Remu
Chicago Tribune
Occa
Champion Beer Drinker Sets Scranton Test World Record
John Rinker of Scranton claims a world beer drinking record by consuming eight gallons in twenty eight minutes on a wager. A crowd watched as he began steadily for twenty five minutes, complained when the keg ran low, then finished the last draw and even drank several glasses at the bar.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pennsylvania
Scranton
John Rinker
Rinker
Engine cured deafness and a man’s near miss
In Wilkesbarre Pennsylvania Benjamin Zehner a deaf man driving near a railroad crossing was struck when a locomotive approached. His wagon was crushed and he was thrown forty feet onto dirt but regained hearing and could answer bystanders questions after the incident. The Memphis News Scimitar notes an injunction seen as an incidental affair by a beef trust amid broader business concerns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilkesbarre
Benjamin Zehner
Ashland
Memphis-News-Scimitar
Beef Trust
Peblon
Design for Little Girls by May Manton Pattern No 4043
The Post Fashion Department offers a May Manton pattern for a girl’s petticoat and dress. Describes a smooth front and full back skirt with four gores, deep founce, and a shaped yoke, suitable for eight year olds with specified fabric yardage and needlework. Pattern No 4043, sizes 4 to 12 years, mailed for 0 cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fashion Department of the Post
Popular Andy Smith Statesman Attracts Broad Support
Washington correspondent for the Baltimore News profiles Andy Smith, longtime Congressional Record Clerk, detailing his influence, signature backing, and role in printing and distributing speeches. It notes his start as a House messenger in 1873, his trusted position in Statuary Hall, and the cost mechanics of distributing Records to lawmakers and constituents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Baltimore News
Capitol
Manashington
Hela W. A. Smith
Congressional Record
Smith
Government Printing Office
Andy
Indy
House
Baltimore
Virginia
Congress
Senate
Statuary Hall
Clay
Calhoun
Webster
Lst
Mr. Smith
John G. Carlisle
Kearns
Utah
USEFULNESS OF FENCING AS MIDDLE-AGED Exercise
From the London Chronicle this piece extols fencing for men past athletic prime as a healthful, stimulating activity. It warns that beginners must learn correct action early, or risk limited progress, and notes fencing strengthens joints, promotes discipline, and offers long term benefits even as physical vigor wanes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London Chronicle
Advertising Is Important News To Readers Of The Post
The Post frames advertising as essential news for its readers. It notes women seek bargains and men seek prices, while merchants use the paper to reach the public. The piece defends The Post as a good newspaper and a prime advertising medium for selling goods.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Post
Washington
the Post
Center Market Ad To Cleanliness And Fair Prices
Center Market merchants promote cleanliness quality control and competitive prices while inviting public patronage. Local notes include travels of the Luckett family agency car promotions by Bord and 1105 Fourteenth Street and a Washington express firm boasting extensive fleet and services.
Window Shades Best Quality Oils and Shades Sale
Window shades offered in oil opaque and Scotch Holland options. Prices listed at 60c, with Tac and all shades hung free. Samples available and can be called for. Kleeblati's lith and H ne.
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Kleeblati
Ford automobile for sale 1941? one passenger capacity
Automobiles for sale. One 1K4 Ford automobile in fine condition with four passengers and chauffeur. Will sell at a sacrifice. Call 521 1th st aw.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Call
St. Aw
Women Who Save and Bank Accounts For All Women
An appeal highlights the growing number of women depositors at Mat Safe Deposit Savings and Trust Co to secure futures. It urges weekly deposits for a snug bank account, targeting young women planning marriage and mothers saving for children, noting a special department for women. John A Ruhvport transferred property at 232 Seventh Street Southeast to Mary Buhler.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mat
Safe Deposit, Savings and Trust Co
John A. Ruovpert
Seventh Street
Mary Buhler
McDermott Carriage Company Dominates Local Trade
The John McDermott Carriage Company at 310 Pennsylvania Avenue and 309-312 Missouri Avenue is a prominent city business noted for high quality work and fair prices. The shop employs modern machinery and skilled labor to produce near perfect results, sustaining a long-standing reputation as the city grows. In other news, George Pumphrey transfers lot 59, square 9H, C Street Southeast, between Seventh and Eighth, to Ida S Angiorgio. Tea culture among the Japanese is celebrated for its ubiquity and calming effects, with Burchell Tea at 19 F Street Northwest offering a wide range at minimal cost. The Commissioners order 190 feet of 1 inch water main to be laid in A Street Southeast west of Fourteenth Street.
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Bord
Mier Bros
Mount Pleasant
North
Penelope D. Smith
Square
First Street
O Streets
William 8. Diehl
Geo. W. Knox Express Company
Penna. Ave. Nn
George W. Knox
William Knox
G. Vernon Knox
John O. Knox
Washington
Baltimore
Beilers, &c
McDermott Carriage Company
John McDermott Carriage Company
Pennsylvania Avenue
Missouri Avenue
George Pumphrey
C Street
Seventh
Eighth Streets
Ida Sangiorgio
Burchell
F Street
Fourteenth Street
The Wayne Automobile Company Showcases Modern Two Cylinder Car
The Wayne Automobile Company on 75th Street promotes a new two cylinder auto selling for 800 dollars claiming performance surpasses more expensive models. Demonstrations show real power. maintenance costs are low and repairs minimal due to simple construction. Also notes Waugh Church interior renovations and a summer garden entertainment feature at the Old Brewery Summer Garden on 1227 20th St with nightly music and praised beer. Mrs Blanch Clawson of 8% Street SE travels to Pennsylvania to visit her husband's parents.
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F. G. Thompson
E Street
New Jersey
John M. Riddell
Atlantic City
Wayne Automobile Company
75Th Street
Waugh Church
Summer Garden
Washington
Old Brewery
20Th St
Blanch Clawson
Pennsylvania
Old Established Firm Martin Bros Real Estate
Twenty years of business in West End by Martin Bros., real estate brokers at 1925 Pennsylvania Avenue. Known for square dealing, liberal methods, northwest property focus. Handles investment property, loans, mortgages, a large rental department, rent collection, and fire insurance with strong company representation.
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West End
Northwest
Martin Bros
Pennsylvania Avenue
Mone
Miscellaneous ads list buyers for jewelry and valuables
Abrah a second hand diamond broker seeks to buy diamonds rubies sapphires emeralds watches old gold silver pawn tickets and more. Also requests a copy of D C assessment books and Baist plat books. Notices seek a picture French Wedding and mantle glass. Plastering and painting services offered. Immediate cash for old coins jewelry and antiques. Furniture carpets and household goods bought for spot cash. Bamnm s Furniture Shop. Sth and U. Phone North 1313.
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Caucate
F. L. Robinson
Middletown
D. C
Baist
H. J
BAMNM
Sth
U Ats
W J Henderson praised at Peabody Conservatory closing series
The Peabody Conservatory of Music in Baltimore hosted a visit by W J Henderson the noted New York music critic author. He praised the institution for advancing many pupils during commencement concerts and lauded the devoted artistic faculty. The season marked its most successful yet with nearly 1000 pupils enrolled.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ervatory of Music
Baltimore
Peabody Conservatory of Music
W. J. Henderson
New York
Henderson
Conservatory
For Sale Items: Team and Diamond Broach
For sale a stylish family team cream colored with silver mane and tail and a rubber tired road wagon with harness. Also a solitaire diamond broach pawned for 3 dollars with cost 283 dollars. Address Box 41, thin office.
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Coon
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League
Mutyer Shrine
Daniel L. Cruke
John A. Watson
William Gleeson
Clarence
Darrow
J. M. Patterson
Charles
Windle
Patterson
Lewis
Clarence S. Darrow
Chicago City Railway Company
United States Circuit Court
Texas
Design BY
May Manton
Andy Smith
Center Market
Oscar Luckett
Raymond
Oscar, Jr
Regena
Laura
Lula Luckett
FORD
Manhattan Laundry
Florida Avenue
Randle Park
Methodist Episcopal Church
Carity
Charles 3. Muir
Fifteenth Street
Josephine L. Ryan
J. T. Wilson
Fst
Leprieux
M. J. Ple.t
St. Sw
National Cash Register
Shaffer
William Knabe
Kneown
Astern
Joyce Company
Btar
Joyer Engraving Company
East Washington Savings Bank
Third
Fourth Streets
Thomas R. Riley
Naonoma Lynch
Mrs. Tucker
Twelfth
Warts Streets
Roanoke
Lynnside
Virginias
W. L. Lewis
Sweet Springs
W. Va
Hattie Ritchie
St. Peter's Choir
Irene
Mabel Martin
South
J. L. Kerrand
Kerrand
C. A. Muddiman & Co
Oppenheimer’s
Ninth St
New Home Agency
Nordlinger's
Harper's Weekly
Burnsting
Toala
Rale
ST. Bernard
Just
Schmid's Bird Store
44Th ST. Hospital For
Iseasea
Harrie
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