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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-11-30
POLICE COURT.

GJus.ics Il. b. Catol presiding.
The following cases we're disposed OIL
yesterday afternoon.
Pearl Smith and Marion Motif,
charged with obtaining money on false
preteuSes, we're dismissed upon rslundiDg
81. so to Janet Theimer.
Joho Willet, charged with non-sup-
port Of his family, had his case continu-
ed.
William Robinson, charged with dis
orderly conduct toward his wife, was
fined So.
James Dogs, colored, charged with
cutting Ssmuel CulPeper, also colored,
was 6ned $40.
Lucy Burden and Cara Warj, both
colored, chsrged with sssaulting Mary
Jackson, had their case continued.
Jonah Thompson, cOlored, charged
With disorderlY conduct, forfeited his
collateral by failing to appear.
James Carter, colored, charged with
similar offonSe, Was dismissed.
James BIsckey, colored, charged with
luracy, waa held.
Ernest G a1y, colored, charged with
conducting the barbering business on
Sunday, forfeited his collateral BY fail.
Ing to appear.
Elijah Lomax, colored, who had q
gold watch 10 his possession alleged TO
have been stolen from John Phillips, by
Lucy Shepherd, colored, was sent on to
the grand jury.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-11-30
FUNERALS.

The funeral of the late Miss Sadie
Hamilton took place from the residence
of her parents, 1913 Jefferson street, yes
tertay afternoon. Rev. W. w. Vau
Arsdale, pastor of Trinity Church, Off
ciated, and the interment was in Bethel
cemetery.
The funeral of the late Cleveland SIS
son took place from the residence of bic
mother, $50 south Fairfax street, this
afternoon. Rev. P. P. Phillips, rector
of st. Paups Church, offic ated, and the
interment was in B9thel cemetery. The
following were the pallbtarers; Messrs.
VIM CLARK, Jos. CLARK, Herbert Phillips,
Edward SpelsS, Fred Sisson and Ohss'
Petit.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-11-30
SENT TO GRAND JURY.

Elijah Lomax. cOlOred, on Saturday
last went to the sta ion house and deliv-
cred up gold watch which tai been
stolen from John Phillips, of Washing
ton, last Thursday. Phillips was 10 Q
house In the northeastern section of tie
city with Lucy Shepherd, colored, who,
1t is alleged, stole the timepiece from the
owners pocket. The Shepherd woman
was sent on to the grand jury on Satur-
day. Lomsx was before the Police
Court this morning, when he stated that
Lucy Shepherd turned the watch over
to him 10 order that he might pawn it.,
The woman denied Lomsx's statement
1t appeared that the police knew Lomax
had the watch and we're close on his
heels when he repaired to the station
house and gave it up. Justice Oston
sent him on to the grand jury.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-11-30
MONEY RETURNED.


Marvi@ Motif and Pearl Smith, who
say thSy reside In Decatur, H., we're
arreStf "a Saturday night by Officers Raw
lett, Bell and Talbot on complaint OF
Misc Janet Theimer, of 1909 Prince
street, Who charged them with obtain
inf 81. so from her under false pretenses.
The accused arrived in this city recently
and advertised for "men aud women,
wages s12 per week" NJ 50 Theimer
was one OF those who applied for posi-
ton. She was required to make de-
post of 81. so and received cheap stere'
oscope as a sample from which 10 MAKE
sales. She says she was told by the
men that she would receive her ca larry
whether she made sales or not. Later
she demanded the return of the deposit,
bat it was not given to her. Motif and
Smith we're brought before the Police
Govt this morning, when they claimed
tina. their business 10 legitimate one
and that the firm by which they are en-
ployed will carry out the terms of their
advertisement. They say they are re-
CURED to have q deposit to guarantee
the return of the sample furnished those
who enter their employ. Justice OatoD,
after reading the Onlrsct, ruled that the
young woman had a right to demand
the return of her money on Saturday, as
the conirIct was not to 60 into effect
until tOdaY.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-11-30
OPERA HOUSE.

The management of the Opera House
AuNounces the engagement OF several
professional players who they will organ
ize into stock company for the purpose
of producing melodrsmss, farce come
dies, musical numbers, etc. Tonight
the stock company will present a side
splitting farce comedy entitled "Pll Bet
You Don't Know Who You Are" In
addition there will be Miss Florence
May in refined song and dance act;
Miss Laura Abilene and her dog Rub
Der; Mr.. Laurence Philips, the eminent
entertainer in his character monologue.
"Ohimes of Normandy" special for to-
morrow night. Seats on sale at War
fields drug store.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-11-30
ADJUSTMENTS,

The week In amusement circles viii
open up tonight with each of three
houses we'll supplied with talent and
good programme of pictures. The ras1
week was record breaker in the crowds
Ut each house and it is the earnest wish
of the mana cement of each house that
the present week will be superior. They
promise first class pictures and clever
vaudeville.
At the Alexandra Amusement Com
pany tonight there will be novelty in
talking motion pictures introduced t
the Amusement lovers Of this city. This
is a rare treat. The pictures will con-
sist of "Our Fleet 10 Australia, ""Mam-
mas Birthday" aud Escape of Ape. "
There will be two reels of talking pic
lures,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-11-30
SUES FOR DAMAGES.

Edward A. Downey, formerly con-
ductor on the Washington, Alexandris
and Mount Vernon Railway, has brought
suit against the company to recover
$4,000 damages for alleged personal
Injury. Through Attorneys Leo P.
Harlow and Edmund Burke, Downey
declares that November 29 last, while
crossing the Highway bridge late at
night, the motormsn failed to slow down
the car and caused the trolley to fly vio-
Iently upward when the draw of the
bridge wss reached, which caused
Downey to fell under the wheels Of the
trailer. His left leg was smputated.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-11-30
REVIVAL BEGINS.

Revival services we're begun at the
Washington Street M. E. Church
South, yesterday. At the morning
service Mr.. Balls gave history OF the
great REVEALS of 1874. 1877 ard 1858.
A. the evening service the pastor gave
sp'rituslism rap.
Mr.. Emmett Rountree sang at all oil
the services and bis rich baritone voice
was much enjoyed. He is organizing
large chorus, and invites the co-oPera-
ion Of the singers OF Alexandria.
Rev. Walt Holcomb who Is to con-
dnct the revival meetings will arrive on
Wednesday. Mr.. Bllla will preach to-
night. The song service will begin at
1880 O'Clock. Everybody invited.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-11-30
RECEPTION.

On Saturday afternoon Mrs. Kate
Waller Bstret. very delightfully."- enter
tanned the Mount Vernon Chapter, d.
A. R., at her home on Duke street, 10
honor of her guest, Mrs. Mary Wood
Swift, of Oslifornis. Mrs. Barrett was
assisted in receiving by Mrs. Swift, Mr'
Elesuor Washington Howard, regent OF
the chapter, and Mrs. Wm. A. moot,
one Of the vice presidents general oil the
d. A. K. Among those assisting in
the dining room we're Mrs. Robert -
Barrett, Misses DainVerheld, Herbert,
Dnnplas. Edmunds. Gold and Barrett.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-11-30
ALEXANDRIA GAZETTE AND VIRGINIA ADVERTISER.
PERSONAL.

Judge George L. Christian and wife
we're 10 the city last week on q visit to
Mr.. and Mrs. P. J. Dempsey.
Col. O. A. Dempsey is in the city.
Miss Bessie Goode, is the guest Of DR..
and Mrs. E. O. Garner, In Fredericks-
burg.
Miss Jane Hanna, who has been the
guest OF Miss Jessie Armstrong, has re-
turned to her home In Washington.
Mrs. Blown, wife Of Lieut., Wilson
Brown, u. 8. NJ, Is visiting her father,
Capt. Herbert Bryant.
Miss Mary Dent has returned from q
visit to Miss FIankie Taunt In Oulpeper.
Miss Berthe Gold Of Delaplane is visit.
ing Miss Eva Dent.
The public announcement has just
been made Of the marriage Of Miss Anna
| Alvey, daughter Of Mrs. Julia j. Alvey
and the late Judge Richard II. Alvey,
of Hsgerstown, Nd, at one time chief
Judge Of the Mary ADD Court OF Appeals,
to Mr.. J. Vincent Jamison, jr., a
prominent young business man OF Ha-
gerstowu. The wedding took place In
AIexaDdris, on September 9th last, Rev.
Mr.. Carpenter, rector Of Grace church,
Odicia ing.
Mr.. Wilfrid O. Potter, prominent
citizen OF New York, yesterday visited
Col. and Mrs. f. II. Ficklin and his
uncle, Rev. Richard l.. Carne, with
whom he had passed many years ih st.
Johns Academy, when 1t was full OF
students from many distance places, aud
where be graduated. Dol. Ficklin often
visits him in New York. He remained
day and night 10 their house and made
it very pleasaut.
Mr.. Joseph Baton, ttte commission
er of insurance, was In the city for 3
short time yesterday
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-11-30
EDUCATIONAL MEETING.

The educational meeting held under
the auspices of the colOred public school
teschers of the city at the Alfred
st eet Baptist Church Sunday even
ing, a, 8 O'clock, Was largely attended
and was really an interesting affair. So.
perintendent OF Schools Reaper opened
the meeting with appropriate remarks.
A we'll wrilt:n psper on "HelP the Bad
Boy" was read by r. A. Diggs. The
other speakers we're Edmund Hill, it,,
on the importance of t'aiulng the child;
Prof Kelley Miller, of Howard Univer-
sity, on educational uplift; Prof. Roscoe
O. Bruce, of the Washington public
schools, snd DR.. Bruce Evans, of the
Armstrong Manual Training School,
Washington. The vocal and instru.
mental music was feature of the exer-
cises and was admirably rendered. Rev.
A. Trustt, pastor of the church, opened
aod closed the meeting with prayer. ALI
the colored school teachers we're present
as we're the school officers and some Of
the trustees.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-11-30
PTOMAINE POISONING.

OF the 1000 Knights of Columbus
Who attended the installation Of Council
No. 1865 at Hagerstowu, Nd, yester.
day, about twenty were victims OF
ptOmsine poisoning. Shortly after the
dinner a number OF the delegates we're
taken violently Ill and pbysiciaus we're
summoned. 1t is believed all of the
victims will recover. A delegation Of
eight membere of Fitzgerald Council Of
this city were present at the installation
and partook of the dinner. Mr.. Thomas
Fegan who wal q member Of the dele
CATION, wss taken sick, but aoon re.
cove red,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-11-30
ELITE PICTURE COMPANY.

Those who desire to witness q good
show can do 80 BY visiting the Elite
Motion Picture House tonight. An ex.
cellent lot of pictures and 5000 ieet Of
them. The following will be exhibited:
Japanese Butt'rflies," beautiful COL
ored picture; "Ker Ohoo," "The Magic
Dice" and "The Motor Bost Races OF
Monoco-1908." There will be two
rawlings this week handsome lamp,
Wednesday night and 6ue hall rack,
Fridcy night. Your tickets are good for
both drawings.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-11-30
MURDER IN THE COUNTY.

Keeling Green, colored, shot and
killed Charles Massey at Johnson's
crossing, near Arlington Junction,
about two O'Clock this morning. Green,
who has been employed as fireman in
Washington, escaped. The murder Is
said to have been the outcome of bad
feeling between the two men over 8
woman. The police Of this city and
Washington have received descriptions
Of the fugitive aud effJrts sre being made
TO locate him.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-11-30
RIVER NOTES

The Virginia police steamer Accomac
was at the wharf of the Mutual Ice Com
pany today.
The steamer Dennis S mmons, from
Williamson, N. O., with lumber 10
II. X. Field & Co.,, has arrived.
The schooner John P. Robinson,
loaded with lumber by Smoot & Co.. ,
has sailed for the lower river.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-11-30
CASE CONTINUED.

John Willette, a fireman on !ugbost,
who is charged with non support of his
family was arrested Saturday night. He
was found in the Baddock House where
the neglected wife and two children
have been living. Willetts was brought
before Justice Oston in the Police Court
this morning, but the case was continued
in the absence of ceEtSin witnesses.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-11-30
ARMOUR PEOPLE MAKE SLIGHT
CHANGE.

The business which for the past few
wears has been conducted here by the
Armour Packing Company, with Mr..
james J. Sheehy, as manager, has made
a slight change. Her after the business
will be done in the name of Armour
& Company, INSTEAD or the Armour
Packing Company, aud the headquarters
will be 10 Alexandria instead OF Wash
ingtou. MIR. Sheeby will retain his
present position a, manager of the Hsr-
risonburg branch which he has filled 80
acceptably. - asrrisouburg Times.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-11-30
RECITAL OF OLD SONGS.

Tomorrow evening the recital of old
songs will take place at the Young Peo-
ple's Building when all the friends OF the
Free Kindergarten will hear the beauti-
full old melod es they love and which are
becoming so popular. Ms. William
Woolls will sing 81 Cannot sing the Old
Songs" Mr.. Wilmer Waller, "Flee as a
Bird" aud Mr.. ]. Harris FRANKLIN,
Drink to Me Only With Thine Eyes. "
A rare treat is in store for all who may
attand
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-11-30
DEATH OF MIR. LANNEY.

Nr. Hugh T. Jsnney died at his
home at B.ucetoWn. Frederick county,
on Saturday, aged "A, He served in the
Confederate army. Four sons aud two
daughters survive. Maj. Eli Jsnney, q
Alexandria is brother
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-11-30
WILL PROBATED

The will of the late Col. L. WILDER
Raid WAS admitted to probate 10 the
Oorpt ration Court today. The deceased
left bis entire estate to bis widow, Mrs.
Emma q. Reid, who qualified as ex-
ecutrix.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-11-30

We cell all the new effects in up-to
date footwear a1d all the leading makes.
Lsdies ask to see the new Yale and Polo
toe all feathers, sold only by j. A.
MarshaIl & Bro. 422 King street
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-11-30

You can cure dyspepsia, indigestion, sour
or weak stomach, or in fact any form Of stom e
sch trouble if you will take KodOl coca,
sioually. Try it today on our guarantee.
We know what it will do for you. Sold by
w. F. Creighton & Co.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-11-30

Buy your boy a pair OF Buster Brown,
Steel 5 lOds, Educator, E. O. Skutfer OIL
PATS Foot Form Shoes. We keep al
the good makes. ]. A. Marshall Il Bro,
422 King street.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-11-30
IT. d. @.

The regular monthly meeting OF Mary
Gusts Lee Chapter, u. d. O., will be
held tomorrow Tuesday, afternoon, at
three o'clock in Lee Camp Hall, Con-
federate Veterans building. The report
OF Mrs. Alexander, delegate to the At
Iants convention, will be heard.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-11-30
JR O. U. A. M. HEAR SERMON

~
Arrangements having been previously
made to have the annual sermon
preached to the Jr. o U. A. N, of this
city, James w. Jackson Council No. 55,
and Belle Haven Council No 81, assem-
bled in the council chamber of B,lle
Haven Council last night. Past Ooun-
cilor Merchant, chairman OF the COM
mittee of arrangements, requested pat
councillor Ernest Boyer of Patrick Henry
council to act az marshal for The occs-
sion. The two councils, about one
hundred strJDg, then marched to the
Methodist Protestant church, where the
Rev. G. l. Humphreys delivered the
sermon, taking for his subject "Patriot-
ism" one of the cardinal principles OF
the order. These two councils are
Q, rowing in membership, and the State
Com officers are proud Of the work
thew are doing here.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-11-30
Mill INSPEOT COMPANY.

Col. Charles A. Dempsey, U. 8. A.,
retired. will tonight inspect Company
q, First Virginia Regiment (Aexandrie
Light iOiautr) The inspection will
take place 10 the armory, aud will be
open to the public.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-11-30

The Red Gross Snoe Tor tender feet.
The la lies whu W. az the Red Croes
Shoe ALWAYS wear a smile. Sold only
by J. A Marshall & Bro, 422 King
street.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-11-30

LYNNHAVENS on half she'll. BROIL.
ED on toast and CBAFlNG DISHES,
Briu's Celebrated Single Fried al the
OPERA HOUSE CAFE
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-11-30

Pleasant, sure, easy, safe little liver Pill
are DeWitt's Little Early Risers. Sold by
w F. CREIGHTON 4 Co.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-11-30

STRAYED from the prem ses, 407 Prince
- street, small white DOG. suitable re-
ward for his return to the above address.
noy30 81
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-11-30

For this s. le.fon rain and warmer tonight.
Tuesday rain L holder in the afternoon and
night; increasj south to southwest winds.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-11-30
Coke Domestic Coke

AllIkinds Of Coal, Wood and Coke. Best
quality and prOmpt:delivery at bottom prices.
Phone 90. DEW. AITCHESoN, 10 south
Royal street.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-11-30

The Hess Hopkins FOOT FORM
SHOES makes life pleasure. Sold
only by J. A. Marshall & Bro, 422 King
street.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-11-30
Local Matters.
enn and Tide Table.
ed Aer Probabilities.

,omorrow at 700 and sets at 80.
Z. n / 26 q. ID. and 2.O2 p. m.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-11-30

NOTICF-The undersigned having duly
quslifi.d as administrative OF the estate
of FRAN Kiln p. REID deceased, hereby
give notice to sll persons having claims
against the said estate to present the same
properly certified for payment TO her, and
she requests sl persons indebted TO the said
estate 10 pay the same to her.
LILLE c. REID,
Admstratrix Of the estate OF Franklin P.
Reid deceased. nOv30 lot
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-11-30
Notice to State Taxpayers.

lam now prepared to receive the State
taxes fer the year 1908. The attention OF
taxpayers is respectfully called to the impor.
lance ofpaying the same prior to December J.,
1908, as on that date a penslt 20 five per
cent. wall be addei TO all unpaid bills, and
their cole. ti0n enforced rs required by law.
THOMAS w. ROBINSON,
CITY Treasurer. Room No. l. CITY Hall,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-11-30

EOR RENT ew seven: room HOUSE
1 1928 north Columbus street, with bath.
steam heat, gas and electric lights. Apply
at g0l Cameron st -tet. nov26 3tsO
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1908-11-30

EOR RENT OR sALE.-HOUsE No. All
l south Fairfax street. containing IL rooms
with 4e.foot side yard running through en-
tire square; has 81 fruit trees. Apply at X.
e. KNIGHTS, 62l King street.
noyA II
The Detroit times., 1908-03-14
SAYS RESPECTABLE
WOMEN DON 7
PLAY CARDS
MISS PARKER. Or. ToRREYs SEC.
RETARY, MAKES SWEEPING
DEMNATIoN-6LAMEs PuLPiTs
FOR LAxITY IN MORALS.

That the standard Of morals In this
country IL being lowered among both
sexes. but especially among women
with whom card playing 10 declared
to have become almost a mania, and
the smoking OF cigarettes and the
drink habit to be increasing, and that
this condition has been brought about
by false doctrines from the pulpit. Is
the opinion of Miss Mary Moody Park
err, private secretary and persona.
worker with the Rev. Reuben A. Tor
reg. the evangelist who opens foul
weeks mission in the Light Guard
armory Sunday afternoon.
Miss Parker studied In the Mocay
Institute In Chicago under DIR. Torrey.
has been engaged In Y. w. c. A. work
In New York for some time: has done
personal work among the Chinese
women and children in both Chicago
and New York, and has travelled ex-
tensively not only In America, but In
the British Isles and On the continent.
For the last four and one-half years
she has been with D.. Torrey and In
that time has drawn her conclusions
that the trend OF morals Is backward
rather than forward This. too among
the so-called Christians.
I'VE hear. In the pulpit today so
much OF the so-called higher criticism.
that teaches there Is no hell; that
everyone will be saved that tears tho
Bible TO pieces, and tells us we all ara
Christ-like. that church members have
become filed with this thought" said
Miss Parker This has, to my mind,
led to a certain laxnese, which In many
instances has become alarming. IN
w. Va, where we recent
ly closed q mission. The women OF the
city had gone mad playing cards. Not
only that, but the card playing led to
drink, for one woman who went to q
card party given by q woman high In
social circles, told me that when re-
freshments were se,v yea, there was
rum In the tea. One woman who play
ed cards every day OF the week, had
three sons, all of whom were gamb-
lers. but she could not see the cause
and effect.
II have never seen respectable
woman playing cards. / saw the Chi
nese women playing. as well as women
of the underworld. AMI as child was
taught that no woman or reptile w6ff
play cards. drink beer or wine, tor
smoke, but now society puts It's
stamp of approval on these things. "
went to a home where the women
were playing cards, would leave"
In other cities where DR.. Torrey
has held missions, Miss Parker assist
ca with the personal work among the
women and later, when the crowds be-
came so great that he was unable 20
handle them, she conducted the wom-
ems meetings.
The Detroit times., 1908-03-14
SAYS PRIMARY LAW
is BAD FOR THE u. p.

MARQUETTE, Mich, March A.
Especial Warden James Russell. OF
the Marquette prison, is not particd-
larly enthusiastic over the matter Of
primary reform. Discussing the sub
ject, he says:
What will do for the lower PENN.
sula is not always what is wanted la
the upper part. This Is illustrated
just now by the primary election law.
Under a primary law, two or three Of
the nationalities, by uniting. can con-
troll the situation and elect whoever
they please. This will result In badly
selected, Unbalanced tickets. One
thing the miners will try to get VIII
be the sheriff, who will work In har-
mony with them.
with the peace officers under their
control, In the case OF strikes. there
will be trouble. Up to this time we
have had less trouble In the upper
peninsula than in any other mining
district In the country just because
the situation was properly controlled.
Yet because we can see where the
new law will lead the people In lower
Michigan charge us with a desire to
perpetuate the old system OF boss
ism "
The Detroit times., 1908-03-14
$I,4oo VOTED FOR CARE
OF CONSERVATIVES

Detroit is the most backward city
of its size In the country In regard
to taking measures for the diminu.
ton OF tuberculosis" declared Health
Officer Kiefer before the council COM
mittee on health Saturday morning In
pleading for an appropriation of 1900
for the care OF consumptive patients.
The committee cut the sum to $l,40O.
This division of the health boards
work Is just fairly started, but Is
patients are being treated in their
homes.
I'VE could use ten times as much 10
good advantage added Kiefer. Phil
adelphia's first appropriation for fight
ing this disease was s65,000."
Various salaries were Topped, the
smoke inspector being cut to the old
figure OF 81 900 year A boost to
$3.50 per day was given the garbage
wagon drivers In the estimates.
amounting to nearly $4,000 increase.