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May 22, 1895
The Washington Times
Washington, District Of Columbia
What is this article about?
The Eckington Railway is accused of intending to ignore the law by not removing its trolley poles from Washington streets by July 1, despite previous congressional delays. The article calls for prompt prosecution to enforce compliance.
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WILL NOT OBEY THE LAW.
The neglect of the Eckington Railway to begin preparations to remove its trolley poles by July 1 indicates an intention to ignore the law and deface the streets of Washington for a still longer period.
Through the manipulations of its attorneys and the Fifty-second Congress this company obtained a postponement, and during the last session was defeated in an attempt to sneak another delay through that body.
Perhaps the company is relying on the good nature of the District attorney for immunity from prosecution. If so, it may be mistaken.
There is good ground for belief among District railway corporations that they can do about as they please when it comes to a question of obedience to the law.
Heretofore they have had their own way both in and out of Congress, and they seem to think that this condition of affairs must always exist. The case of the Eckington Railway is especially aggravating, and as an example to others and to show that the reign of street railways is drawing to a close this company should be promptly prosecuted should its trolley poles remain standing at the limit of the time fixed for their removal.
The neglect of the Eckington Railway to begin preparations to remove its trolley poles by July 1 indicates an intention to ignore the law and deface the streets of Washington for a still longer period.
Through the manipulations of its attorneys and the Fifty-second Congress this company obtained a postponement, and during the last session was defeated in an attempt to sneak another delay through that body.
Perhaps the company is relying on the good nature of the District attorney for immunity from prosecution. If so, it may be mistaken.
There is good ground for belief among District railway corporations that they can do about as they please when it comes to a question of obedience to the law.
Heretofore they have had their own way both in and out of Congress, and they seem to think that this condition of affairs must always exist. The case of the Eckington Railway is especially aggravating, and as an example to others and to show that the reign of street railways is drawing to a close this company should be promptly prosecuted should its trolley poles remain standing at the limit of the time fixed for their removal.
What sub-type of article is it?
Historical Event
What themes does it cover?
Justice
Crime Punishment
What keywords are associated?
Eckington Railway
Trolley Poles
Law Disobedience
Washington Streets
Congressional Delay
Prosecution
What entities or persons were involved?
Eckington Railway
District Attorney
Where did it happen?
Washington
Story Details
Key Persons
Eckington Railway
District Attorney
Location
Washington
Event Date
July 1
Story Details
The Eckington Railway neglects to prepare for removing trolley poles by July 1, indicating intent to ignore the law after prior congressional postponements. The article suggests prosecution to enforce obedience and set an example.