Women Leaders Split Focus on Rights and Reform
The report highlights Inez Milholland forming a stock chain of model stores with $12 weekly minimum, Philadelphia clubwomen pushing civic ideals for schoolchildren, and East St. Louis urging a woman on the public library board. It notes legal and educational progress for women via the New York County Lawyers' Association, Linda Hageby’s London speech impact, and a Chinese women’s college aided by American missions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Inez Milholland
William G. McAdoo
New York
The
Women's Civic Federation of
East St. Louis
John M. Chamberlain
Public Library Board
New York County Lawyers’ Association
Marion Weston Cottle
Joseph H. Choate
Lindaaf-Hageby
London
House of Commons
Viscount Wolmer
College For Women
China
Chentu
Destination Uncertain in Humorous Veil Moment
A woman frantically seeks a pin as she adjusts her veil while her practical husband muses on why pins seem to vanish. He quips that pins are always pointed in one direction and headed in another, highlighting the humorous tension of the moment.
Visionary Women Behind Great Men in Arts
A reflection on how inspiring women have shaped male artists across history. The quote credits famous women, now long dead, whose influence propped up and enriched the work of prominent men in art, leaving enduring marks on tone, pigment, and narrative.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Levington
First Sewing Machine Patent Noted in 1775 England
The earliest authenticated sewing machinery record dates to 1775 when Charles F. Weisenthal patented a machine in England. This entry notes this historic patent as the first known sewing device in official records.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
Charles F. Weisenthal
Neill Accepts Post With Smelting Company
Charles P. Neill former U.S. labor commissioner and labor statistics head resigns from government service to join the American Smelting and Refining Company as head of its labor department. He will organize and run the unit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles P. Neill
U. S
American Smelting and Refining Company
Labor Department
First German Methodist Church Week of German Services
The First German Methodist Church at Seventh and Ferry hosts Epworth league events and Mothers Day services with sermons by Pastor Klaus. A week ofEpworth league and Sunday school conventions in German features speakers Dr A J Fucher and Dr F E Hirsch, with most services conducted in German.
The Insanity of Harry Sermon At St. Paul's Universalist
St Pauls Universalist Church at Cass and Eighth hosts a 10:45 a m worship service with a sermon titled The Insanity of Harry. Sunday school follows at 11 45 with age appropriate teachings. Miss Norma Reichelt leads a talk on Religion and Education for the young people's union.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Paul's Universalist Church
Cass and
Eighth Streets
George R. Longbrake
Harry
Young People's Christian Union
Norma Reichelt
Missional Social Union of
First Methodist Episcopal Church Proclaims Sunday Program
At the corner of King and Eighth streets Rev T Stanley Cadams leads services with a 9am class meeting 9:30am Sunday school and 11am sermon The 7:30pm evening service observes Epworth League anniversary with soloist Stella Trane and a short address on The Upward March of Our Young Men and Women. Midweek prayer is Wednesday 7:30pm and a ladies prayer service Monday 3pm. Full printed programs available. Everyone invited.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
First Methodist Episcopal Church
King and
Eighth Streets
T. Stanley Cadams
Epworth League
Stella Trane
First Baptist Church Services Ad Advent Week
The First Baptist church on Sixth street between Main and King hosts Bible school at 10 a.m. and morning worship with a 11 a.m sermon titled Factors in the Growth of the Kingdom. An evening 7:30 p.m. service follows, with a devotional at 6:30 p.m. The public is invited.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
First Baptist Church
Sixth Street
Main
King Streets
Adelbert Billings
Evangelical First Evangelical Church Announces Services
Sunday school at 9 15 with Ernest A Gross superintendent public worship at 10 30 in German and 7 30 in English morning subject The Faithful Pastor His Privileges and Responsibilities evening subject The Ransomed of the Lord Quarterly meeting May 27 by Rev Charles Schneider presiding elder Eau Claire Wis cordial invitation to all.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Evangelical Christian First Evangelical Church
Vine Street
West Avenue
G. F. Hack
Ernest A. Gross
Charles Schneider
Eau Claire
Wis
Trinity Sunday Services At Christ Church May 18
Christ Church Episcopal at Ninth and Main lists Trinity Sunday schedule with Holy Communion at 9 00 a m Sunday School at 9 30 a m Children's Eucharist at 9 45 a m Morning Prayer and Sermon at 10 45 a m Evensong at 7 00 p m musical service at 7 30 p m plus organ recital Thursday May 22 at 8 p m.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Christ Church
Episcopal
Ninth
Main
W. Everett Johnson
Trinity
Stainer
Hanscombe
Wooley
Bertha Bergans
First Congregational Church Services Listed
Sunday schedule at First Congregational Church Main and Seventh with Henry Faville as pastor includes Bible school at 10 a.m. public worship and preaching at 11 a.m. vesper with sermon at 4 45 p.m. and topics in men’s class The Limitations of Environment morning sermon How Man May be as Good as God vesper Work and the Pay of Peacemakers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
First Congregational Church
Main and
Seventh Streets
Henry Faville
Emmanuel Church Sunday Schedule and Services
Emmanuel Church advertises a Sunday program with Sunday school at 9 15 a m and morning service at 10 30 a m Young People’s meeting is at 6 45 p m.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Emmanuel Church
Young People’s Meeting
German Baptist Church Service Schedule in City
German Baptist church at corner 7th and Winnebago Streets led by Pastor E Berger. Sunday school 9 30 a m morning service 10 45 a m evening service 7 30 p m pastor preaches at both. Wednesday prayer meeting Friday Young People meeting. Saturday 10 a m boys band 2 p m sewing school led by missionary Miss Ida Weeldreyer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
German Baptist Church
7Th
Winnebago
E. Berger
Ida Weeldreyer
West Ave Methodist Episcopal Church Services
West Ave South near Jackson St offers morning worship at 10:30 with The Blessedness of Trial. Sunday school at 11:45 Epworth League at 6:46 with The Greater Work Ahead and evening worship at 7:30 on The Message of the Cross. Prayer meeting Wednesday at 7:30. Cordial welcome to all services.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West Ave
Methodist Episcopal Church
Jackson St
J. E. Watson
Epworth League
Norwegian Lutheran Church Schedules Summer Sunday School Change
The Norwegian Lutheran church at West Ave and Division Street led by Rev. R. Anderson announces a new Sunday school start time of 9 15 a m each Sunday this summer. No services will be held as the pastor is out of the city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West Ave
Norwegian Lutheran Church
Division Street
City Mission announces nightly meetings led by visiting evangelists
City Mission at 225 Jay Street lists a 3 pm Sunday school and a 7 45 pm evening service with Ted Jonson in charge. Weeknight programs feature Rev D C Jones, Rev H B Leonard and a Moody Institute contingent led by Mr and Mrs F L Holden. Street meeting planned at Fourth and Pearl if weather allows, opening date not yet fixed. No creed but Christ no Law but Love.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
City Mission
Jay Street
D. C
Fourth
Pearl Streets
F. L. Holden
Moody Institute of Chicago
Reformed Church Announces Sunday Services and Youth Meetings
The German Reformed Church at corner Market and Fourth Streets led by Pastor E. Bornholt schedules Sunday school at 9:15 a.m. and Young People at 6:45 p.m. The 7:30 p.m. service focuses on prayer and praise for the Holy Spirit. Youth meeting Tuesday evening at 7 p.m.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. John’s Reformed Church
Corner Market
Fourth Sts
E. Bornholt
Young People’s Society
First Church of Christ Scientist Services and Hours
The First Church of Christ Scientist on King Street between Fifth and Sixth offers Sunday services at 10 30 a m with the subject Mortals and Immortals Sunday school at 11 45 a m and a Wednesday 8 p m testimonial meeting A free reading room is open each weekday from 2 to 5 excluding legal holidays.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
First Church of Christ, Scientist
King Street
Fifth
Sixth Streets
English Evangelical Lutheran Holy Trinity Service Schedule
English Evangelical Lutheran church at West Ave and Ferry St lists supply pastor Rev. F. R. Webber at 1122 Ferry St. Services: 9:30 Sunday school, 10:45 morning service, 7:30 evening service with topics The Truth seeking Ruler and The Fence at the Top of the Cliff. Ladies' Aid 2:30 Wednesday in basement. Rev. A. F. Elmquist may attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Holy Trinity English Evangelical Lutheran Church
West Ave
Ferry Street
F. R. Webber
Trinity
Harger
Albrechtson
A. F. Elmquist
Synod
First Presbyterian Church Services and Sunday School
The First Presbyterian Church at King and Sixth Streets invites Sunday school scholars to 9 30 for practice before Children’s Day. Public worship at 11 with the morning sermon How the spiritual awakening came. Christian Endeavor at 6 30 and evening service at 7 39 with The forces contending for the souls of men. Men’s Bible study club and league urged to attend and bring friends. Public invited.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
First Presbyterian First Presbyterian Church
King and
Sixth Streets
Men’s Bible Study Club
Men's League
Spiritualist church services at Odd Fellows hall
The Spiritualists meet at Odd Fellows hall 119 So Fourth St over the Ten Cent Store with Rev Catharine McFarlin presiding. Sunday 7 45 pm service Our Spiritual Investments followed by Belle Fuller of Grand Rapids in a psychic demonstration. A public séance Wednesday 8 pm. Thursday 3 pm psychic circle at 225 So Sixth St. The Sunday psychic class is postponed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Odd Fellows Hall
Fourth Street
Ten Cent
Catharine McFarlin
Belle Fuller
Grand Rapids
Mich
W. K. Shepard
Sixth Street
Sunday School Lesson Question Requests Open
Readers may request weekly answers from The Suggestive Questions on the Sunday School Lesson by Rev Dr Linscott. Send date of lesson and question number along with full name and address to The Question Editor of The Tribune.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Linscott
Joseph and His Brethren Sunday Lesson 1913
A devotional prompt from Rev. T S Lin Scott on Genesis chapters 41 42 and 43. It asks multiple questions about Josephs encounter with his brothers in Egypt, their motives conscience punishment and Gods providence, tying to the May 25 1913 Sunday lesson on Joseph and Benjamin.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph
Egypt
Reuben
Jacob
Benjamin
Misunderstanding Over Money Ends Honeymoon Haven
An exchange quoted in the Houston Post shows a husband noting that his wife, during their honeymoon, declared she needs money. The remark reveals a strain in their drifting relationship as they face financial demands.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Houston Post
Has Method for Coloring Copper Develops at Cornell
A Cornell University professor has perfected a method to color copper blue red and iridescent by suspending copper in a copper acetate solution and passing an electric current through it.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cornell University
Greater Than Conquerors Quote
A reflection on fate and necessity, arguing that yielding to them can yield greater strength than attempting to conquer them. The excerpt cites Landor as the source of the idea about human potential through acceptance of destiny.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Landor
Wit and whimsy from Harper's Magazine captions
A collection of witty vignettes and humorous lines from Harper's Magazine. A fur counter quip about keeping hands warm with a muff. A grandpa kiss cures head pain and a kitchen boast about toothache. A child prayers for help to clear a gate and then jokes about self reliance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Little Bob
North Side Church News
Norwegian M E church at Berlin and Sill streets with Pastor Hermansen invites all to Sunday school at 9 15 a m and preaching at 10 30 a m A Wednesday prayer meeting at 8 o clock and an Endeavor society at 3 30 Young People meet at 7 p m in the lecture room A Wednesday prayer meeting in the lecture room at 7 45 The Woman s Missionary society monthly meeting will be at Mrs C L Larsen 1517 Charles St Tuesday afternoon
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Norwegian Methodist Church
Berlin and
Sill Streets
A. Hermansen
Woman’s Missionary Society
C. L. Larsen
Charles St
Church Service Schedule at Corner Clinton and Berlin
Rev. J. W. Witter leads Sunday school at 9 15 a m preaching at 10 30 Epworth league at 7 15 p m with an evening preaching service at 7 45 p m on the Corner Clinton and Berlin streets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clinton and
Berlin Streets
J. W. Witter
Epworth League
Caledonia St M E Church Services Plan
Caledonia St M E Church schedules a 9 30 a m class meeting and 10 30 a m morning worship with a sermon on Fundamentals of a Successful Life for the young people. Sunday school follows at noon and 7 45 p m anniversary exercises of the Epworth league feature special choir music and a duet by Mildred Forbes and Harry Marshall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Caledonia St. M. E
Epworth League
Mildred Forbes
Harry Marshall
Norwegian Lutheran Church Service Notices
Norwegian Lutheran Church located at the corner of Charles and Sill streets with Rev. E O Vik as pastor. Morning services scheduled for 10 30 a m and Sunday school at 9 a m.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Norwegian Lutheran Church
Charles and
Sill Streets
E. O. Vik
North Presbyterian Church Services Announced
North Presbyterian church at Avon and Logan streets invites all to worship with Rev. Finch A. Clarke as pastor. Morning service at 10 30 with a sermon by the pastor and an evening service at 7 45 on The Wealth that counts. Young people's choir sings at both services and Sunday school begins at noon for juniors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North Presbyterian Church
Avon
Logan Streets
Finch A. Clarke
Chris
Trinity Lutheran Church Services Avon Street
Trinity Lutheran United Lutheran church on Avon Street led by Rev. L. S. Marvick offers Sunday worship at 10 30 a m and Sunday school at 9 a m Men s society gathers Tuesday evening in the church parlors with Mr and Mrs Carl Rund as hosts
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Trinity Lutheran United Lutheran Church
Avon Street
L. S. Marvick
Carl Rund
Bethel Norwegian Lutheran Church Service Times
Bethel Norwegian Lutheran Church at corner of George and Sill streets led by Pastor O. L. Christenson. Sunday services at 10 30 a m and 7 45 p m with Sunday school at 9 a m. All are welcome.
Tabernacle Baptist Church Schedule and Invite
Tabernacle Baptist Church at Clinton and Avon with Minister Howard Beldon Leonard at 1342 Caledonia invites visitors to worship. Services: 11:00 a.m. sermon. 10:00 a.m. Bible school. 6:30 p.m. Baptist Young People. 7:30 p.m. evangelistic service. Wednesday 7:30 p.m. praise and prayer. monthly business and covenant meetings. Lord's supper first Sunday after morning service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tabernacle Baptist Church
Clinton
Avon Streets
Howard Beldon Leonard
Caledonia Street
Baptist Young People’s Union
World Student Christian Federation Meet At Lake Mohonk
The World Student Christian Federation gathers at Lake Mohonk for eight days in June with 300 delegates from 40 countries including China Japan and Latin American Indian and Negro students. Dr John R Mott leads the conference as leaders from Europe Asia and the Americas converge for Bible mission and world service. The article also notes the Northern Baptist convention meeting in Detroit May 21 and the Free Will Baptist merger with the Baptist North.
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Lake Mohonk
China
Japan
World Student Christian Federation
Constantinople
Oxford
England
Versailles
France
Tokio
Asia
New England
South
Pacific Coast
John R. Mott
Wilson
Christian Leadership
Mott
Sion
St. Louis
Northern Baptist Convention
Detroit
Home
Foreign Missions
Methodist
Free Will Baptists
Baptist North
Union Theological Seminary Declines Rejoining Presbyterian Church
In Atlanta session, Union Theological Seminary signals it does not seek official relations with the Presbyterian church or any denomination. The liberal independent seminary just graduated its largest class, drawing graduates from many religious bodies nationwide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Union Theological Seminary
Presbyterian General Assembly
Atlanta
Presbyterian Church
Southern Baptists Meet at St. Louis
The Southern Baptist convention gathers in St. Louis with a reported membership surpassing two million. Delegates discuss mission work, church growth, and theological concerns at the annual assembly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Southern Baptists
St. Louis
Burglar Quips About Not Running For Office
The reformed burglar, after release, tells a reporter he will not be a candidate for another term. The judge notes burglars can have a sense of humor, likening them to comedy actors.
Mistake by Early Man Says German Biologist
A German biologist argues that humans erred centuries ago by becoming bipeds from quadrupeds. He contends upright spine alignment causes many modern ailments, as the spine was meant to be carried horizontally.
Philadelphia scientist studies tree snails in Hawaii
A Philadelphia scientist on his way to the Hawaiian islands spent three months studying the habits evolution and variations of tree snails. The Boston Transcript notes skepticism about completing the work in that time but concedes valuable hints on speed may be gained.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia
Hawaiian Islands
Boston Transcript
French electrician claims lamp uses minimal current
A French electrician has invented a lamp that, by interrupting current in infinitesimal fractions to cool the filament yet not affect perceived light, allegedly requires only one two hundredth of the current of ordinary lamps.
Speak of Good Things Among Close Friends
A reflective note urges focusing on the positive qualities of friends, arguing faults reveal themselves without effort and praise strengthens bonds. The tone favors kindness and constructive sentiment over gossip or criticism.
Lovers Quarrel Over Kisses Not Rent or Meat Prices
Ethereal reflections note that lovers argue about sweet topics like kisses rather than mundane matters such as house rent or meat costs, emphasizing whimsical disputes over affection.
June Daydreams in Nature by James Russell Lowell
A lyrical meditation on nature's abundance and harmony. The poem contrasts heaven and earth, celebrates summer, and describes life stirring in fields and creatures as the world hums with light and song. The speaker asks why song rings clearest in nature’s plain and simple joy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Russell Lowel
Superstitions of Gamblers Across Casinos
The article notes gamblers favor numbers from birth dates, watches, and coin figures, with Monte Carlo players staking on room tickets and lucky totals. It mentions a Monte Carlo clergyman who never performed hymn number 36 and others who avoided recording numbers to back them at roulette.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Monte Carlo
Spiders and charms used in old English cures
The record describes spiders used as charms in dim medical cures. A shopkeeper was asked for a nut to enclose a spider and suspend it around a baby's neck to treat whooping cough, with the belief that as the spider died the illness would disappear.
French Society Critiques Opera Card Boxes Habit
In Paris, society members complain about playing cards in opera boxes during grand performances. The issue is seen as less annoying than the habit of whistling or singing arias while card games continue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
Veils Split Opinion of Beauty and Home Comfort
A London physician argues veils hide beauty while suggesting they also aid home life. The piece notes veils as both foe and friend in daily routines and personal presentation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
New York Police Inspectors Reassigned to Island Work
New York police inspectors formerly charged with a case were assigned to jobs on Blackwell's Island and slated to keep duties until next year. Inspector Sweeney works as a baker, Murtha as broom maker, and Thompson as shoemaker, while Hussey also appears in the lineup.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Blackwell’s Island
Sweeney
Ma Murtha
Thompson
Hin Spector Murtha
I Spector Hussey
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Owen Wister
League of Good Citizenship
Oregon Congress of Mothers and Parent Teacher Associations
Court House
Portland
Oregon State Fair Board
Erskine
the Smelter Trust
Harris & Ewing
First German Methodist Church
Seventh
Ferry Streets
John H. Klaus
Granddad Bluff
William Baumann
Henry Vollenweider
Harriet Oltman
Paul T. Schulze
Charles C. Baker
James R. Kerr
Galena
A. J. Fucher
Board of Control
F. E. Hirsch
St. Paul
Bucher
Hirsch
First Methodist Church
West Avenue Methodist
Reformed Church
First Church of Christ Scientist
Evangelical Lutheran
T.S. Linscott
D. D
Humor
Helen
Harper’s Magazine
North Side Church News
M. E
Caledonia
St. Methodist Episcopal
Church News
Southern Baptist Convention
Seés
Oregon
Mrs
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