Young Quakers Win Diplomas At Friends' Central School
The annual commencement at the Friends' Central School Fifteenth and Race Streets featured diplomas awarded to graduates from the Boys' and Girls' Departments. President Sharpless of Haverford College spoke on an active life and ongoing education, with diplomas earned by Jane T. Hallowell, Mary P. Harper, Louise P. Jackson, Anna T. Jarrett, M. Adele Quigley, Alice P. Thomson, and Theodore G. Walton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Friends’ Central School
Fifteenth
Race Streets
Graystone
Abington
Louis B. Ambler
Rossini
Ambler
Jane T. Hallowell
Bethayres
Mary P. Harper
Fox Chase
Louise P. Jackson
Baltimore
Anna T. Jarrett
Horsham
M. Adele Quigley
Willow Grove
Alice P. Thomson
Ogontz
Theodore G. Walton
Hatboro
Swarthmore College
Mary Priscilla Harper
Jane G. Hallowell
Marty P. Harper
Friends' Central School Graduates Named at Commencement
Diplomas awarded to a large class at Friends' Central School in Philadelphia. The ceremony featured scripture readings and student essays on topics from Peace and Arbitration to Milton and National Manias. Graduates listed by class and course, including both girls and boys across Classical Scientific and Literary tracks.
Visiting the Museums With German Minister and New Yorker
The German Minister Baron Thiel Mann visited Philadelphia Museums and focused on the bureau of information. L R Mestinitz, a prominent New Yorker tied to major New York industries, toured exhibits and analyzed the institution’s plan and purpose. He helped design Philadelphia’s Zoological Gardens and praised the Commercial Museum’s potential future in the United States.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia
Washington
Baron Thiel- Mann
Bureau of Information
L. R. Mestinitz
New Yorker
New York
Mestinitz
Librarians to Meet for American Library Association Conference
The American Library Association annual conference will be held next week at the Oldine Hotel in this city. A public meeting occurs Monday evening at Horticultural Hall with remarks by William H. Brett and others. An exhibit of private libraries, featuring bronzes miniatures play bills photographs and manuscripts, is highlighted as a key week feature.
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American Library Association
Oldine
Horticultural Hall
American Library
Asolation
William H. Brett
Dr. Pepper
N. Larned
W. E. Foster
Albert H. Smyth
F. M. Crunden
Melgiewe
Thompson
New York
Charming River Trips to Bristol and Trenton
The steamers Columbia and John A. Warner run from Chestnut street wharf weekly with departures at 7 80 A M 2 00 4 00 and 6 00 P M for Bristol and landings. Bristol schedule 7 00 10 00 A M 4 00 and 6 00 P M Sundays 8 00 A M 2 00 3 30 and 6 00 P M. Connection at Bristol with N L B trolley to Langhorne Balmerhe and intermediate points. Steamer Renton departs Trenton daily for Philadelphia 8 00 A M returning 3 00 P M. Twilight departs Chestnut street wharf daily. Excursion tickets Bristol 40 cents Trenton 50 cents single fare to Langhorne boat and trolley 30 cents. Excursions described as delightful half holiday outings.
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Columbia
John A. Warner
Chestnut Street
Bristol
Way
Langhorne
Balmer
Renton
Trenton
Philadelphia
Chestnut Street Wharf
Monsoon Fully Bursts Across India With Heavy Rain
The monsoon has fully burst in India and is raining heavily and continuously across regions, bringing widespread downpours and potential flooding risks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
India
Bombayy
Colonial Premiers Royally Entertained in London Banquet
The Prince of Wales presided over a banquet for Colonial Premiers at the Imperial Institute in London. A large crowd, dignitaries including Salisbury and Chamberlain attended as the Prince led to dinner, proposed the Queen’s health, and the assembly cheered with multiple toasts and expressions of loyalty.
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Prince of Wales
Imperial Institute
London
Impérial Institute
Lord Herschell
Institute
Marquis of Salisbury
Joseph Chamberlain
Earl of Kimberly
Marquis of Dufferin
Lord Ripon
Lord Lansdowne
Proton
US Envoy Reid and party dine with British officials in London
In London on June 18 guests including Hon. w Whitelaw Reid General Nelson Miles and Mr Ogden Mills dined with Colonel Henry Harlan Parr at the Naval and Military Club. The Marquis of Salisbury welcomed Reid at the Foreign Office and the letter from President McKinley to the Queen was filed in archives. Reid plans to present the original to the Queen Monday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
W Whitelaw Reid
Nelson Miles
Ogden Mills
Henry Harlan Parr
Reid
Naval and Military Club
Methuen
Redvers Buller
Marquis of Salisbury
Mr. Reid
United States
Foreign Office
McKinley
Cliveden
William Waldorf Astor
Parr
Miller
Williams Statue Unveiled in Cologne Amid Enthusiastic Crowds
The German press reports the unveiling of the Williams statue in Cologne attended by Imperial Chancellor Hondenlohe and high officials including General Von Gossler and Dr. Schoenstedt. A curtain drop triggered an artillery salute and cheering as the king watched a troops march past. The ceremony occurred June 18 with a Burgomaster address thanking the Majesties.
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Germany
Bielfeld
William I
Prince Hondenlohe
von Boetticher
Interior
Council of Ministers
General von Gossler
He Brofeld
Commerce
Schoenstedt
Justice
Baron von der Recke van der
Young Keogh Will Recover After Spinal Surgery
John Keogh a 9 year old Camden boy with a broken neck from a tree fall shows regained movement after Cooper Hospital operation. Surgeons removed bone fragments pressing on the spinal cord as Roentgen rays confirmed the compression. He moved one previously paralyzed arm and now can move the other arm and both legs. Doctors expect recovery to a useful life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Keogh
Camden
Cooper _ Hospital
Wool Schedule Discussed By Senate Finance Group
Washington June 18. A wool duties schedule was presented at a Republican Senate finance committee meeting. The discussion lasted over three hours with no definite conclusions. Senators Mantle Foraker McBride Hanna Warren urged increases, Penrose attended. a compromise is expected though final rates remain undecided.
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Washington
Senate Finance Committee
Senate
Messrs
Mantle
Foraker
McBride
Hanna
Warren
Penrose
Unknown man wounded after boarding house incident
An unidentified man, who gave his name as W. C. Atwood, was found at a boarding house on Race Street and taken to Hahnemang Hospital with a severe forehead wound. Doctors fear a fractured skull as he alternates between rational speech and wandering, with little hope for recovery and no information about his identity.
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Race Street
W. C. Atwood
Hahnemang Hospital
Dedication of Wharton Square United Presbyterian Church
Tomorrow dedicatory services will be held at the new Wharton Square United Presbyterian Church at Twenty-third and Wharton streets. Rev. Dr. John McNaugher will preach at 10 45 A M and Rev. Dr. William Owens will deliver the evening sermon at 4 o'clock. A 2 30 P M Sunday school will convene before the congregation marches to the new church for addresses by John Wanamaker and others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Wharton Square
United Presbyterian Church
Twenty-third
Wharton Streets
John McNaugher
Allegheny Theological Seminary
William
Owens
United Presbyterian Board of Home Missions
John Wanamaker
Troops Arrive in Washington After Bicycle Rally From Chicago
A corps of troops arrived at army headquarters in Washington DC on bicycles from Chicago to test rapid long distance transport feasibility. They used the cereal coffee beverage as a sustaining drink in place of ordinary coffee.
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Washington, D. C
Army Headquarters
Washington
Chicago
Doings of a Daughter of Eve on Revival of Barege Fabrics
The article discusses a revival in fabrics including barege and pale pearl gray, noting chic black jackets with white lace applique and outfits using printed silk muslin. It highlights summer frocks in white canvas with green gauze ribbon trim, jaunty capes of silk with lace and chiffon accents, and mauve sequined details.
Feather boas lead Paris fashion in coral pink and color
Paris designers showcase colored feather boas with coral pink reigning in morning wear. Short capes, Marie Antoinette hoods, and red velvet ensembles appear among new accessories. Biscuit colored gloves, plaid stockings, and tan footwear update outfits for the season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
Russia
A Brave Woman Defies Mouse Fear in Flour Barrel Tale
An elderly mother recounts a woman who faced a mouse in a flour barrel without panic. The piece argues against the stereotype of female cowardice, noting notable exceptions where calm action replaces expected screams.
Courageous Lady and Desperate Escape After House Scene
A woman orders a gun and a dog to corner a fleeing intruder. She climbs stairs and rams a flour barrel as a mouse crosses the floor. The dog is shot and dies, the woman faints, the man vanishes fearing arrest, and the mouse escapes.
The Summer World in the City Observed
A collage of social notes on summer life and fashion from urban routines. Mentions include lemonade spoons, chocolate mints, dress shields, Evans soda counter, porch music, cucumber serving, Mrs Chew’s June visit, price drops in summer wear, bowties, pet cat boarding, lawyers' offices, summer decor, photos, and hat reductions at Blaylock Blynn.
Proper Refrigerator Care in Hot Weather
The article advises prudent housekeeping for summer by covering ice with newspapers to slow melting, scouring and keeping shelves clean, cooling drinking water on the ice rather than in it, and teaching maids there is no magic preservative on top of the refrigerator. It notes the warmest area is above the ice while the coolest is below it.
The Right Way And Wrong In Invitations And Hospitality
The piece contrasts gracious invitations with stiff formal invites and warns against improper hospitality. It argues that warmth, subtlety, and personal consideration improve offers while formalities can feel grudging. It uses vivid examples from inviting old people, living life, and balancing proportion for harmony.
New Soft Stock Neckwear Trends For Summer Wear
The soft stock is a wide collar from two and a half to three inches that crosses at the back and forms a four in hand in front. It matches bodice material and may be a permanent collar. White satin versions stun semi tall girls, though warm for summer. Latest form is black chiffon knotted below the neck with lace at sides and back.
Royal Wedding Cakes Demand Sparks Royal Baking Traditions
Royal wedding cakes require at least six months of maturation and a baking process lasting five to seven hours. Demand for the occasion ensures bakers keep more than 2000 pounds of stock in the seasoning room.
Bryan's Daughter Dead at Corning N Y
Ella Bryan eleven year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James Bryan of 1727 North Twenty sixth street died Thursday evening at the Corning New York home of her uncle and aunt Mrs and Mrs John McBirney. The death was sudden though she had been in delicate health. Mr Bryan cashier of The Times hurried to Corning after telegram and funeral is planned for Monday with body expected to return to the city. The Times office extends sympathy to the bereaved parents.
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Ella Bryan
James
Bryan
North Twenty-sixth Street
John McBirney
Coriilg
So Yan
Sisters of the Sacred Heart
Broad Street
Columbia Avenue
Mr. Bryan
Tixs
Corning
Mrs. Bryan
Times
Pennsylvania Designates Legal Holidays Under New Bill
Senate bill No. 73, prepared by William F. Harrity and presented by State Senator J. Henry Cochran, passed the House and awaits gubernatorial approval. It lists holidays including January 1, Lincoln’s Birthday February 12 third Tuesday February election day Washington’s Birthday Good Friday May 30 Memorial Day July 4 Independence Day first Monday September Labor Day first Tuesday after the first Monday in November election day and December 25 plus all Saturdays after noon. The act makes Lincoln’s Birthday a legal holiday for the first time and elevates February 22 to a full holiday. It also adjusts Memorial Day to observed Monday if May 30 falls on Sunday and moves Labor Day to the first Monday of September.
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Senate
Pennsylvania
William F. Harrity
Equitable Trust Company
J. Henry Cochran
Lycoming County
House of Representatives
Hastings
Lincoln
Washington
Act of Assembly
Tobacco Trust Trial Opens In New York Court
The Court of General Sessions resumed the American Tobacco Company conspiracy trial. Witness Odore Allen was questioned on trades marks and their value to manufacturers, with several lines ruled out. Peter Hauptmann of Haupt Mann Co. was called after Allen asked to be excused. Hauptmann’s firm operates in St Louis and had dealings with National Cigarette Company in 1893 before American Tobacco refused to fill his orders. The case adjourned to tomorrow morning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Court of General Sessions
American Tobacco Company
Theodore &. Allen
Fuller
Peter Aaennimann
Haupt Mann & Co
Allen
Hauptmann
St. Louis
National Cigarette Com- Rane
American Tobacco
Grand Opera Day at Willow Grove Park
Walter Damrosch inaugurates Grand Opera Day at Willow Grove Park with a varied program drawn from famed operas. Highlights include selections from Le Proph ete, William Tell, Cavalleria Rusticana, Mignon, Tannhauser, and more. no seat charge.
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Willow Grove Park
Walter Damrosch
Goldmark
Beethoven
Rossini
William Tell
Apernet
Addition to Presbyterian Hospital
Work began yesterday on an addition to Presbyterian Hospital. The new building will sit between the men's and women's surgical wards and is expected to be finished around October 1.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Presbyterian Hospital
Book and author listings from a historical catalog
A fragmented catalog of books and publishers listing multiple titles and authors. Entries mention Samuel Rowall, The Rose of Yesterday, The Ghost of Gulr House, Tales of the Sun-Land, and various publishers in Boston New York Philadelphia Cincinnati and other places.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Samuel Rowall
N. H. Chamberlain
de Wolfe, Fiske & Co
Boston
F. Marion Crawford
Macmillan Co
New York
Strawbridge & Clothier
T. Rover
Arnold & Co
Philadelphia
Gulr House
Charles Wil- Hog Beale
the Editor Publishing Company
Cincinnati
Oho
John Wanamaker
Verner Z. Reed
Continental Lishing Company
W York
Jesse
Sliver, Burdett & Go
John Walsh's Old Reliable Credit House Adlisting
A vintage advertisement for John Walsh's Old Reliable Credit House at 2036 South Street promotes a large stock of dress fabrics in latest styles with cash prices, Brussels and ingrain carpets, cloths, rugs, matting, household furniture, clothing for men and youths, jewelry and shoes. It features installment terms: on $20 bill $2 down and $1 per week. on $15 bill $1.50. on $10 bill $1 with 50 cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Walsh’s
J. Gallagher
OLD Reliable Credit House
South Street
Reliable
Death in Paralyzing Collision on White Horse Pike
Louis Seeds of Berlin New Jersey died days after a collision with an unknown bicyclist on White Horse pike between Wilton and Berlin. He later suffered paralysis and died. doctors could not confirm if the paralysis came from injuries or from the rage induced by the incident.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louis Seeds
Berlin
N. J
Seeds
White Horse Pike
Wilton
Raleigh and
Stout
Four Year Old Falls From Window, Dies Feared
John McIntyre aged four leaned from a second story window at 1509 Stillman Street yesterday morning. He fell to the ground, was found unconscious, and rushed to the Children's Hospital where doctors reported a skull fracture likely to prove fatal.
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John McIntyre
Stillman Street
Children’s Hospital
Notes and Queries on Philadelphia area topics and science facts
A collection of reader notes and queries discussing local Philadelphia area points, corrections about park location in Montgomery versus Philadelphia County, private schooling suggestions, governance of associations, and old medical and meteorological explanations. Includes brief remarks on Franklin family records, Virginia settlers, and how cyclones form with wind interaction and air compression.
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Abington Friends’ School
Edwin Satterthwait Perry
Congressional Library
Caroline Farren Comly
Milton
Jessie May. Lukens
Harold Jefferson Duvall
Frederick Klemmy Kretschmar
Adele Mailert Zellner
William Ganby Janney
Wordsworth
Ruth Waddington Peaskee
Clement M. Iddle
Clase
Caroline F. Comly
Jessie E. Kindred
Lalla BE. Kindred
Jessie M. Lukens
Lillian McCracken
Martha W. Moore
Helen D. Walker
Hisle B. Brooks
Maude M. Conton
Sarah B. Eynon
Marian RF. Laws
Josephine Levering
Alice M. Lukens
Ruth W. Peaslee
Caroline
Piers
Adah M. Scott
Edith J. Twining
Caroline L
Frederick K. Kretschmar
Walter ©. Longstreth
Charles B. Martindale
Howard D. Pancoast
Edward A. Bremer
Harold J. Duvall
James K. de Armond
William F. Dorner
Harrison N. Gifford
Walter W. Havard
Joseph C. Haines
Arthur C. Jackson
James J. Martindale
Thorsten Y. Olsén
Albert W. Parvin
Robert F. Yatman
Henry W. Terry, Jr
William W. Wirgman
John A. Arnold
Chester A. a'Becket
Benjamin F. Bean, Jr
George Y. Edwards
James H. Gifford
William C. Janney
Aubrey C. Kretschmar
John L. MacWatters
Charles 8
Moore
Edwin
Parry
Association
Reid and
Miles
Keogh
Senator Penrose
Finance Committee
Barege
Royal
Royal Baking Powder CO
ETON
Evans
Mrs. David
B. Chew
Chew Homestead
Germantown
Haberdashers
Blaylock & Blynn’s
Orbat
Zeus
Tantalus
Tartaria
Phit-Ees Shoe Houses
Eighth St. West Side
Market and
Chestnut
North Eighth Street
Filbert Street
Oxfords
D. Cohen
N. Y
Aks Ae
Chestnut ‘Street
Shelburne
Atlantic City
W. T
Woodside Park
Philadelphia County
Montgomery
F. T
Pulteside
B. B
Franklin
Benjamin Franklin
Richard Bache
William Pups Franklin
Virginia
Bristow
Arnold
Cendine
ANT
Tae Saad
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