Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-10-29
AFFAIRS IN GEORGETOWN.
General News Gathered West of Rock
Creek

The proposition to open and improve Pros
pect street, relieving the crowded condition
of M street, which has been topic of dis
cussion among residents and business men
of Georgetown for several months past. has
been temporarily disposed of by recent
ton of the Commissioners. The decision
of the Commissioners is made public
through a communication to George w.
King of the Georgetown Citizens Associa-
ton, under date of October 81 which ap-
proves the report of Assistant Engineer W.
P. Richards. setting forth that present con-
ditions render it inexpedient to open the
highway in question.
The report of Mr.. Richards further recites
that the United States or the District OF
Columbia has never had fee simple right
to Prospect street, as is the case with the
streets of Washington. In his opinion adj
verse possession within the lines of this
street would give the District authorities
considerable trouble in obtaining a right
of way within its extension. He claims
that the opening of this street to the Canal
road would not relieve to any great extent
the travel on NJ street.
The main idea of the clubs founders Is
Mr. Richards further points out that
the only feasible way of relieving the
conditions on M street is to extend Pros
pect street on lines parallel with the
present tracks of the Old Dominion and
Great Falls railway, making the street
connect with the intersection of the Con-
duit road at Foxhall road.
The Boys Club of Georgetown, under
the leadership of Mr. w. L. Sharp, is now
holding regular sessions at Raers Hall,
31st and M streets, and is progressing
under favorable auspices. most encour-
aging increase in membership has been
made since the opening a few weeks ago,
the present enrolment numbering in the
neighborhood of nearly 300 boys
The organization is the only one of its
kind in the District of Columbia and is
founded somewhat upon the same prin-
ciples as those of the National Junior
Republic. Clean and healthful sports
provided for the young fellows, such as
basket ball, Indian clubs. dumb bells,
horizontal bars and other gymnasium
features An up-to date reading room has
been recently fitted up and is supplied
regularly with periodicals of the day.
to provide such attractive features as will
bring its members, most of whom are young
IL years. into a wholesome atmosphere. The
officers of the club are discussing plans for
the establishment of other chapters
Throughout the city.
r. Jeremiah A. Lee. for many years of
Georgetown, died at an early hour this
morning 1T his residence 1914 Prospect
Death was typhcid pneumonia. While de-
ceased had not enjoyed good health for
some time his condition was not such as to
arouse any apprehension among his friends.
who were grievai to learn of his demise.
Mr.. Lee had resided In this city for several
years. coming here about a decade ago
from Maryland 30 accept a position In the
bureau of engraving and printing. where he
was employed at the time of his death.
The funeral. u Is stated, will take place
Oak Hill cemetery. The ARRANGEMENTS for
the funeral are in charge OF Undertaken ].
T. Clements. The details have not been
completed.