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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Apr 20, 1908

Page

16

Eastertide Service and Daughters of the American Revolution Congress

Jean Revolution attends a St John Episcopal Church service at 4pm with Rev Roland Cotton Smith delivering an Eastertide sermon. The congress opens with welcome remarks from Mrs Theodore C Bates and others, followed by an afternoon session on credential work and committee reports, highlighting plans and hospitality for attendees from various states and organizations.

Congress Theodore C Bates Samuel W Jamison William L Stamey Sallie Ewing Mavverall Hardy Ellen “Pencer Musser Samuel Ammon Jidge Sons of the Anercan Reolution Charters Trere Wes Richard Jahson Barheenarman Ta Rail Barker Fa Gators

Notes of the Convention Highlight Mrs Hodgkins as key regent

The convention notes praise Mrs Hodgkins wife of Prof Ward T Hodgkins of George Washington University as a leading District State vier regent with a long record of service. Other leaders mentioned include Mrs Barker and Mrs Ammon, both active in education and patriotic work. Suppressed regrets over candidates and health strains among national board members are noted as the gathering discusses leadership and ongoing projects. Local chapters in Pittsburgh and Washington feature prominent committees and a focus on playgrounds and civic education.

Eiy Unward Tr Houdga Re Hodgking Ward T Hodgkins George Washgton Sha Ag District Stata Hodgkins Mra Larker Treetage Natinal Board Mia Barker Rs Barker Rhode Barces Tirton Jamestown Samuel Ammen Pitzburg Ammann Ammon Ponse Pitsburg oAmmon Ste Washington Wallard Pitts Te Editi Ufe Albert Horne Smallwood Istres Orginztion

Big Daughters of the American Revolution Delegations Gather

Mrs Smallwood calls the gathering among Real Daughters one of the society's most important efforts to curb large contingents in industrial centers. State delegations at the Hirbitt in New York New Jersey New Hampshire Tennessee South Carolina Mississippi and North Carolina. Several New York and Pennsylvania delegates at the Gbbitt. Noted beauties include Mrs Truman H Newberry wife of the Assistant Secretary of the Navy and Mrs Alexander Patton of Pennsyl vania both vice presidents general.

Hirbitt New Jersey New Hampshire Tennessee South Carolina Mississippi North Carolina New York Pennsylvania Truman H Newberry Alexander Patton Pennsylam E Heneberger Virginia Charles Brooks Bailey Belmont’ Street

Governors Conference on Natural Resources to Meet May 11

A conference of state governors convenes in this city May 11 to discuss natural resources policy. Speakers include Andrew Carnegie James J. Hill John Mitchell and others. Topics cover rail and water transportation inland waterways land coal and minerals with emphasis on cooperation in conserving resources and coordinated development.

Conference of Governors of States Roosevelt Andrew Carnegie James J Great Northern John Mitchell Lexs Talroads Combuson Mr Carnegies P'Jonn Mitchell Pres Dent United Mine Workers

Easter Music at St Pauls Church Sets Solemn Tone

Easter Day observed with crowded early and high Mass at St Pauls Church Fifteenth ward rest was noted for candles and electric lights arranged in floral bows. Rev Cather Sketchum led with deacons Rev bathers McGraw Burke. Sermon on the Resurrection by Rev Latha Wrag. Music by winter choral and student choirs, with soloists Folin Rhoades Reaney Heller Arthur Stilwell and Raymond Kirg. Cantors John Connell and Joseph Dunn. Organists Carl and Gurke. Music drawn from Gruber Tozer and Dumont royal mass.

St Pauls Church Cather Bathers McGraw Burke Latha Wrag Winte Robeg Elehty St Pauls Semmerians Folin Rhoades Reaney Heller Arthur Stilwell Riymond Kirgile John Connell Josefh Dunn Carl and Gurke Gruber Tozer Dumont Royal Mass

New Male Choir Installed at St Aloysius Church

In the presence of the apostolic delegate a new male choir of sixty surpliced singers was installed at St Aloysius church yesterday morning. It is the third city parish to conform to Pope Pius X's commands on male choirs. The Missa de Angelis was performed satisfactorily. Cantors were J Wise Byrnes and Frank A Wongherty. Harry Hall, assistant to Ernest T Winchester, at St Pauls was the organist. The choir was formed three months ago by Mr Winchester who has since trained the choristers from Gonzaga parochial school for their first appearance.

Aixty St Aloysius c Church Pope Pius X J Wise Byrnes Frank A Wongherty Winchester Gonzage Parochial School

YMCA Evangelist Fred B Smith Bids Farewell at Belasco

An audience filled the Belasco Theater as YMCA evangelist Fred B Smith delivered his farewell address in preparation for his South Africa mission. His topic An Unanswered Question drew from scripture How shall We escape if we neglect so great salvation. The program included a Sunday song service led by Percy Foster, performances by the MA Glee Club and orchestra, a Bible reading by H W W Arnold, and prayers by Rev Mr Sumerwalt.

Belasco Fred B Smith Young Mens Christian Association Thin Cito South Africa YMCA Mr Smiths Ted Percy Foster M € A Glee Club H WW Arnold Mr Sumerwalt

Labor in Open Threat Demands Passage of Bills

A mass meeting at the Columbia Theater featured Senator Dick of Ohio endorsing the AFL stance against anti labor measures. Samuel Gompers sent a letter praising union demands, urging Congress to amend the Sherman act to protect labor rights and limit injunctions while backing an eight hour day and worker protections.

Organized Labor Columbia Theater Senator Dick Ohio American Federation of Labor Samuel Gompers New York Sam de Nedrey Central Labor Union Gompers Jreaa Lloyd Missouri Hughes New Jersey Savage Ilinois Wilson and Nicholls Penns Lania Green Massachusetts Sherman and Trust Snaror Dick Frid Captarn Supreme Court United States Grand Central Palace Supreme Court of the Congress

Easter throngs parade as Mrs Roosevelt lingers in gardens

Mrs Roosevelt and Ethel Roosevelt with sons attend Easter services at St Johns Church then stroll to the White House gardens amid a sunny parade day. Crowds along Connecticut Avenue admire hats, gowns, and spring flowers in a brisk breeze, with fashion and festivity dominating the scene.

Connecticut Avenue Brelle Mrs Roosevelt Ethel Roosevelt St Johns Ether Jstravette Tiv Bance

Ellery Band Impresses in Washington Concert

Ellery Band led by conductor Girolamo presented a varied programu with woodwinds brass and strings. The audience greeted classic selections including Liszt and Beethoven with evident relish and noted Ellery’s engaging humorous read of the program.

Resurrection Sermon Draws Full Bethany Baptist Church

Rex Semurel McBride of New York delivered a sermon at Bethany Baptist Church on three resurrections: of Christ, believers at his coming, and the dead at the end. The morning service filled the church beyond capacity. Pastor Stevenson conducted baptisms at the opening of the evening service. The chorus and orchestra provided the opening church music.

Rex Semurel McBride New York Menetal Exvingelist Brantist Genominaton Bethany Ning Seri

Saengerbund Hear Music at Washington Saengerland

A Washington Saengerbund program last night featured Herndon Morse singing The Angels Mess. David Kindleberger played piano with selections by Mendelssohn. Other performers included Ivy Merriott Shade Anita Dietrich sopranos Charles Moorbasso and the Saengerbund chorus. Henry Nander directed, with Frank Claudyv delivering an honorary address.

Washington Saengerland Herndon Morsell Angels Mes Axe David Kindleberger Mendelssohn Ivyaferriot Shade Anita Dietrich Harles Moorebasso Saengerbund Henry Nander Frank Claudyv

Easter Rally Raises 1508 For Church Debt

The 1st Street Christian Church held a grand Easter rally ending yesterday with morning and evening services. Amounts totaling 1508 were raised to pay off the church debt, and several attendees signaled intent to join the church. The congregation looks forward to a larger building as membership and the Sunday school grow. Worship is at Four and a half and H streets southwest, Rev W C Oran the pastor.

1T Street

Fireproof test presents methods criticised by Director Smith

Director Smith of the Geological Survey explains a government fireproofing program after the Chelsea blaze. Tests at Geologic Survey labs and Underwriters Laboratories examined brick concrete and stone against fire and water to assess which materials best resist heat, with old bricks and hydraulic press bricks showing notable durability while sandstone and natural stone fared poorly.

Chelsea Mass Boyertown Pa Collinwood Ohto United States Geogerical Survey Pusittor J Baltimore San Francisco Materi Laboratories Richard i Trumphry The Underwriers Chicago Nai Nal Board of Lire Natoni Bornea Smith Diector Smith Geological Survey Allos

Secretary Cartelsou to Speak to New York Business Groups

Secretary of the Treasury will address chambers and associations in three New York locations during a work week. He will speak Monday night at Ltca Chamber of Commerce, Tuesday at Syracuse Nar organization, and Wednesday to the Auburn Business Mens Association before returning to Washington Friday.

Weather Conditions From The Weather Bureau Report

The Weather Bureau report describes precept precipitation patterns across New England, the South, and the Northwest with warm spells in the Mississippi Valley and interior West. It notes no rain in certain views, scattered showers in other areas, and forecasts warmer conditions into midweek with fresh winds along the Atlantic, Gulf coast, and Great Lakes region. Local readings include temperatures and rainfall data for various stations and a forecast for European port departures with favorable weather to the Grand Rania area.

LS Dept of Agriculte Weather Bureau Washington New England Atlantic Gul New Waxloo Arizona Soun Ohio Valle Jake Widdle Fas Gulf Coast Norty Weat Gulf Northea Lower Lakes

The Post as Leading National Newspaper The Sunday Edition

The Post is presented as the leading newspaper at the capital with comprehensive financial news and full market reports. It serves merchants and financiers with accurate business status and guides farmers in produce sales while offering leisure readers varied columns and news matter.

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Washington Post Sunday Edition Praises Its Quality

The Washington Post asserts its illustrated magazine section offers choice selections by prominent writers and accurate foreign news illustrations. It claims the Sunday Post is superior to other Sunday newspapers and a trusted household visitor.

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The Sporting Department Pink Sheet Highlights

The Post offers extensive coverage of outdoor and indoor sports across all climes. The Sporting Section prints on pink paper each Sunday, featuring baseball results, running, trotting, billiards, auto races, yacht contests, boating, golf, tennis, swimming, and more with accurate, comprehensive reporting.

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