Navy building program outlined amid cruiser shortage
Washington report outlines next year naval plan adding eight cruisers four river craft and three submarines. observers note gaps in cruiser tonnage with Britain and Japan vastly ahead in total fleet capacity while discussions propose future needs for larger submarines and aircraft carriers to bolster US defenses.
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Tablet Marking Historic Mansion Unveiled in Washington
A bronze tablet marking the Monroe era home at 2017 IT Street Northwest was unveiled by the Daughters of the American Revolution. District Commissioner Rudolph praised James Monroe for his role in locating the nation’s capital and noted the house’s 1802 construction and its use as a temporary White House after 1814. More notable residents included Mrs Rose Gouverneur Hoes and Miss Maud Campbell Gouverneur.
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Thomas Jefferson
Georgetown
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General Patrick gains aviation wings at age sixty
Maj. Gen. Mason M. Patrick chief of the army air service is officially qualified as a pilot at sixty. Secretary Weeks notes his extensive flying as passenger and observer and says Patrick passed all tests to become a full aviator. Weeks also authorizes two air service officers to survey a proposed around the world route via Alaska Aleutians Japan and the Asiatic continent.
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Weeks
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Air Serve
Walk Wiki
Alaska
Aleutian Islands
Japan
President Taft’s Record Mileage Still Stands
The article notes President Taft holds the longest mileage record for a presidency. It contrasts Taft’s 114,550 miles in four years with Harding’s upcoming Pacific coast tour of about 15,057 miles, nearly two thirds around the world, including naval transport and shipping board vessels.
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Cal
Panama Canal
San Juan
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New York
Taft
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Panama Canal Zone
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White House
Roosevelt
Wilson
Paria
England
Italy
Belgium
Flowers and Ribbons On Hats In Paris Millinery
A Paris fashion report notes hats return to ornate trim with flowers and ribbons. Ostrich feathers may appear next autumn though restraint is advised. Long ribbons loop around crowns and trail over shoulders, evoking playful historic modes as small hats and forges are trimmed.
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Boston Globe
Lucle Humar
Hand Work Features Chickew Sweaters Steadily
The article notes sweaters are being worn like blouses by women and girls. Embroidery such as cross stitch and lazy daisy enhances sweaters with borders and sprays, using coarse canvas for cross stitch and avoiding stretching the knit during work to keep the design attractive.
Fashion hat trim trends of cloche and toques described
Floating ribbons and wide flowered bands accent tuscan and feghorn straw hats. Morning wear favors small cloche styles drawn down over the head with hats and turban outlines nearly hiding hair, while kiss curls may show at the sides for certain effects.
Shoes of Gay Colors in Summer Fashion Note
Shoes brighten the season with gay colors and bold strap designs. Sandals feature a leather or satin band across the instep with a central strap rising to join it. Tie shoes return for salt wear in patent leather and kid with cut-out work. Conservative two tone gray and brown models appeal to refined tastes.
How to Make a Silk Negligee From One Piece
Instructions describe sewing a negligee from a single silk piece with a low neckline bound in Cleopatra blue satin on both sides. It uses forget-me-not blue georgette and a rib bon girdle through arm slits to define a low waist. Hem may be turned up and hand stitched with ribbon for a finished edge.
Wee Party Frocke Little Segments of Accordion
A brief note describes Wee Party Frocke featuring small accordion segments likely part of a local entertainment listing. The item hints at a venue or event with compact musical pieces and a quaint, page-spotting tone.
Jams and jellies tips for variety and shelf life
A period column shares practical advice on using jams and jellies in meals. It suggests milk toast with blackberry or loganberry jam, jelly squares for fruit salads, jelly roll and tarts, and hot sandwiches with jam. Rhubarb jelly pairs with ham and mixing rhubarb with other fruits boosts flavor and volume.
Fruitful Invention in the Kitchen Sparks Quick Breads
The article compiles practical recipes born of necessity, including butter milk ham with baked potatoes, dainty sandwiches browned in the oven, Dutch Pot Pie with smoked ham and potatoes, a biscuit made with buttermilk and baking powder, and a Queen of Bread Pudding with lemon meringue. It also mentions salsify in a brief note.
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