City Lighting Savings Through Lower Candles Power
Annual report shows Congress directing review of light contracts after finding Potomar Electric supplied 700 candlepower instead of 1000. District saved 379.49 by reducing rates and discontinuing some lamps, with further reductions via a Court-involved dispute and new lighting system changes across streets and official buildings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
Potomar Electric Power Company
W. A. Allen
Carmissioners
Itia
Stolen Mail Recovered Near Shenandoah Junction
Washington postoffice inspectors report a theft of a pouch from Shenandoah Junction on the Roanoke to Hagerstown transfer. A large mail pouch with 34 packages and 300 letters was recovered, tied to a counterfeit checks case involving David Lee Madison Henderson, who is jailed in Lynchburg. Henderson implicates some stolen checks but denies stealing the pouch. Charges include passing bad checks and theft of mail related to the August theft.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carter B. Keene
Washington
Postofice
Lat B. Moshy
L. H. Mitchell
Norfolk
David Lee Madison Henderson
Lynchburg
Roanoke and Hagerstown
Baltimore and Ohioma
Shenandoah Junction
W. Ve
Henderson
Battle over district schools chief roils board meeting
A special board meeting is called by Richard H. Horner to decide the fate of Bruce the assistant superintendent in charge of colored schools. Colored board members seek his removal amid broad dissatisfaction with his conduct. Dr William M Davidson investigates Palley Holmes and his $860 unpaid summer term wages after serving as temporary teacher.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richard H. Horner
Dr. Davidson
Palley Holmes
Roscoe Conkling Bruce
Board of Education
Bruce
William V. Tunnell
Lily
Horner
Dr. Tunnell
Tunnel
Brice
Superintendent Advocates Absolute Ruler Of Schools
At M Street High School Dr Davidson urged that the superintendent should rule the school system in direct administration. He condemned teachers appealing to board members for influence and praised former superintendent Mr Stuart. He plans to speak to white teachers at Central High School on Wednesday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Holmse
Holmes
Wilmarth
M Street High School
Davidson
Pursuit of Burglar Ends in Wild Alley Fight
Three men discover a burglar in their Greek boarding house room. The intruder escapes with $8, chased by a mob that battles in a bakery alley. Police search fails to locate the thief as the crowd disperses after misidentifying a pursuer. Domas, Thomas, and Padros report losses totaling $375.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Padros
ePter Thomas
George Domas
Nicholas Chaconas
John Marshall Place
Domas Fost
Thomas
Padres
Boy Steals Dress From Cavendish Apartment Resident
A barefooted boy about 12 is sought by police for stealing a dress worth 45 dollars from Mrs. Clara L. Morris of the Cavendish apartments. He claimed to be sent by a dyer and cleaner to wet the garment, then Mrs. Morris noticed the janitor’s statement and grew suspicious.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clara L. Morris
Cavendish
U S Exports Rise Markedly in Latest Balance Sheet
State Department official statistics highlight a $304,335,479 increase in exports over 1909 with total foreign commerce at $2,049,220,199 and a trade balance in Uncle Sam's favor of $521,004,004. Manufactured goods make up 59 percent of exports, signaling substantial industrial contributions abroad.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State Department
Uncle Sam
Bureau of Trade Relations
Population in Panama Cities from National Census
Panama the capital and Colon show population figures from the current census with Panama at 75 348 inhabitants. Metizos 16 37 percent negroes 18 62 percent whites 78 percent amarillos or yellows 1 16 percent. Tolon totals 17 748 inhabitants with 4 407 metizos 1 615 whites 61 % amarillos and 1% Indians. Includes gender distribution and notes on comparison to U S cities. Edison Neely Emmart dies in Farmington Missouri aged from 1322 Vermont Avenue. Burial planned in Batesville Arkansas. Gude'sn Floral Work offered for fall weddings.
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Panama
Colon
Knoxville
Tenn
Lexington
Springfield
Taimton
Mass
Cotur
Athutic Coast
Republic
Belge
Idaho
Freeport
Tolon
Edison Neely Emmart
Esther X. Emmart
Vermont Avenue
Farmington
Emmart
Batesville
Ark
City Bulletins Excursions Today and Local Notices
City bulletins list excursions from New York Avenue and Fifteenth Street, Marine Bard and steamer schedules, plus announcements of the Loscham Cafe reopening and chef George Triebter returning after a year. Also advertised are shoulder braces for children, furniture and novelty items, a fortified wine offer, Perfec tion Ginger Ale, oysters, and Columbia Photo Supply services in Washington area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chevy Chase
New York Avenue
Loscham
M ‘Ormer
George Triebter
Francis McLaughlin Dead Engraver at 67
Francis McLaughlin longtime government engraver died at his home 67 street southwest from paralysis aged 67. Born in New York City in 1944 he moved to Washington at 19 and joined federal service. Survived by sister Miss Bridget McLaughlin. Funeral Monday at home with Plate Engravers Union No. 2. burial Calvary Cemetery New York.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Francis McLaughlin
Bureau of Engraving and Printing
New York City
McLaughlin
New York State
Washington
Bridget McLaughlin
Plate Engravers’ Union, No
Calvary Cemetery
New York
Storm Warning South of Haiti Issued
Weather bureau issued a warning about a storm south of Haiti likely moving westward. Ships bound for the western Caribbean were advised to stay alert as the storm’s severity remained undetermined.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vessele
Haiti
Bareau
Caribbean Sea
Carnival of Play Opens Winter School Year At Rosedale Grounds
A large crowd gathered for a carnival marking the start of winter work in public schools. Boys and girls from multiple playgrounds participated in dances and games directed by teachers and volunteers. Notable events included a grand march, diverse dances, and an athletic meet with numerous sprint and field events. Winners were announced across multiple weight and age classes, with H. Tyler among top scorers and cash prizes awarded for select events.
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Dia
Rosedale
Eva Whitcomb
Garfield Park
May Hoperbirds
Gallinger Playground
May Willson
Georgetown Playground
Katherine Fitts
Mount Pleasant
Ruby Nevins
New York Avenue
Lena Pritchard
Neighborhood House
Ruth A. Watson
Elizabeth Murrey
French Flower Round
Virginia
Avenue Playground
Mary O'Brien
National Training School
Suzette Flagler
Agnes Steart
Horning
Gorden Higler
Joseph Bard
C. Downer
Virginia Avenue
E. Walker
Virginiavenue
Harry Stranai
Garfield
H. Tyler
Virgina Avenue
Wiliam Converse
George Puleh
Georgetown
Rhodes McCormick
William Culligan
Atlan Foster
B. Frewer
Owen Mead
W. Howard
W. de Virginie
E. Metzel
Roredale
M. Donohue
Rosedale wins 88 points in yard relay meet at Virginia avenue
Rosedale takes final honors with 88 points as Virginia avenue finishes second and Georgetown third in the 44 yard and 15 pound relay events. Winners announced by James H. West with badges presented by Judge William H. DeLacy. Virginia avenue children ride home in a BR.B Rarehaw wagon. Officials listed.
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Vaags Avenue
Thovedale
Virginia Avenue
Georgetown
Mit. Pleasant
Garfield Park
New York Avenae
James H. West
Playround Association
Wiliam H. DeLacy
BR. B. Rarehaw
Eleventh Street
Reipres, E. & Martin
Albert M. Chester
I. T. Meany
W. G. Stuart
H. V. Shurtleff
Amer
D. C. Crain
James Weert
E. Berkeit
Edward S. Griflian
William H. Tel Fredco
B. W. Murch
G. Viansen
Harry Tong
Robert Walker
Thief Tries Safe Again at Stern Saloon
Central detectives seek a suspect after a second attempt to crack Myer M Stern’s saloon safe at 61 Seventh Street NW. $175 stolen last June. thief forced a rear door, frightened away before completing theft, safe previously opened June 4 with sawed bolts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Central Office
Myer MM. Stern
Seventh Street Northwest
Kerens Maintains Silence Over Resignation Rumor
American Ambassador to Austria-Hungary Richard C. Kerens refused to confirm or deny reports he plans to resign. He said he will sail for Vienna soon and join his family in a few weeks, adding no statement was necessary. Post Went Ads are free in the classified columns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Taft
Richard C. Kerens
Austria-Hungary
Albany
Llkins
W. Va
Washington
Vienna
Moroher
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Department C
Family Shoe Store
Manhattan
Betsy Ross
Russia
Peamily Shoe Store
JOS. Strasburger CO
Seventh
St. N.W
Battle Creek
Mich
City Gas Appliance Company
Tenth Street N. W
Coke
Delverert
Washington Gas Light CO
Onte Lotr
THE
Washington Post
A. Allen
Mr. Allen
Washington Terminal Company
Philadelphia, Baltimore, and Washington Railroad
Allen
White House
Massachusetts Avenue
Union Station
Col. Cosby
Potomac Park
Mwiliam M. Davidson
Will
Kalmes
Stuart
Dyer
U.S
America
Official
I Lawrence &Co
Chicago
P. J. Affleck
Henry Jane
Adrian MM. Kloczewksi
People's Drug Store
Trist
Mass. Ave
McDonald Drug Company
Isthmus
Gude
City Bulletins
T Lenz & Losnau
St. Nw
California
E. Schwab
Arlington
Ave
Kodaka
Elumbia Photo Supply Co
N.Y. Ave
Francis M’laughlin
Virginia ‘Avenue
Myer Stern
Kerens
Remor
OUR
New Method Stove Co
11Th St. N. W
Palais Royal
Kodaks
F St
L. J. Naramore
Lath St
Tattor
Ultra-Marine Blue
New York 1
Bias
Tharp
Berkeley
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