Washington elected worshipful master of local Masons
W. S. Washington Wilson Selden Washington, a collateral descendant of George Washington, has just been elected worshipful master of Alexandria Washington Lodge No. 22, A. F. and A. M. The lodge was once presided over by George Washington 138 years ago. He is a great great great grandnephew of General Washington and son of the late Lawrence Washington, the last male born at Mount Vernon.
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Wilson Selden Washington
George Washington
Alexandria- Washington
A. F
A. M
Mr. Washington
General Washington
Lawrence Washington
Mount Vernon
Rivers high roads in exploration work
Washington bulletin of the National Geographic Society notes that the world’s twelve longest rivers span Africa Asia and the Americas. It cites the Nile Amazon Mississippi Mackenzie Yangtze Hwang Ob Lena Yenisei and others as global highways shaping climates civilizations and trade.
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Washington
Asia
Africa
D. C
National Geographic Society
New World
Amazon
South America
Mississippi
Mackenzie
North America
Missouri
Nile
Niger
Congo
Equator
Siberia
Yenisei
Lena
Arctic Ocean
Amur
Pacific
Yangtze
Hwang
China
Yenigel
Yentsel
Egypt
Australia
Europe
Siberian
Cuatro
Nero
Sberia
Timbuktu
Hymn Revision Prompt Sparks Quip on Old Hundred
Mia Cumrox asks what tune is used for a hymn and jokes about changing Old Hundred to Old Hundred Thousand. The Washington Star notes the light exchange.
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Mia Cumrox
Washington Star
When You Feel a Cold Coming On
Ad copy urges taking Laxative Bromo Quinine tablets to ward off a cold or influenza, claiming quick relief and fortification of the system against grip or influenza. It markets a 30 cent package and emphasizes preventive use.
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HILL
Playing Safe Motherhood Fashion Contrast Highlights Social Gap
Mrs. Lydia Barnes of the women’s club laments how dressing like her daughter confuses generations. She argues chic trends for the young often seem vulgar for older parents and erodes respect for mentors. A mother jokes to her daughter about a millionaire boyfriend.
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Lydia Barnes
Woman's Club Fame
Gertrude
On a Credit Basis
A brisk Q and A conveys a merchant’s brisk trade and smooth operations. The dialogue hints at steady business and routine momentum with playful wordplay on time.
A Man’s Wisdom Versus A Woman’s Quiet Time
A concise proverb contrasts a man’s occasional wisdom with a woman’s occasional quiet wisdom. It notes that extensive achievement reduces the time available to discuss it, implying restraint and focus over boastfulness.
Oldest US Hand Warren Brenzter Celebrated at Work
Warren F Brenzter aged ninety is chief cabinetmaker in the army medical museum and library. Praised by superiors on his birthday he plans to work as long as physically able in a display of dedication to craft and service.
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Washington
Sam
Warren F. Brenzter
Army Medical Museum and Library
Should Be Popular New York Opinion on College Training
Professor H A Scott of the University of Oregon argues for incorporating fishing hiking and gardening into college athletic training in New York. He contends such activities build physical health dexterity and morale for students.
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New York
H. A. Scott
University of Oregon
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