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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Apr 24, 1905
Page
7
The Silk Department showcases rich fabrics in new colors for gowns while dreamy mulls and Organdie steal summer fashion. New department adds athletic goods with expert staff, a dark room for photography patrons, and a versatile wardrobe trunk aiding traveling wardrobes.
A new rug department repair service in our town shows an Armenian craftsman skillfully restoring worn holes by hand. He cleans rugs first, then weaves fresh warp and edges, restoring even very old pieces to near new. The department offers home visits, estimates, repair, cleaning, and storage.
Washington society notes Easter observances show plain dress at church services. Mrs McLean hosts a lavish Friendship luncheon with New York visitors including Miss Roosevelt. Easter wedding for Sadie Baumgardner and J M Rosser. Repose among prominent figures as many depart for spring travel and health relocations.
Crowds line Two long ribbons along Fifth Avenue to watch a steady stream of green gowns progress past churches and a lighthearted rubber-neck wagon. Spectators critique hats, servants, and Vanderbilt reference as passengers ride, while buses fill and crowds drift toward Central Park after 1:45.
Atlantic City on April 28 featured the Easter boardwalk parade noted as the most gorgeous pageant since the event began. About 190000 visitors crowded the promenade at peak, with warm noon sun, airy summer frocks, and a cloudless sky. Participants came from nationwide areas, with New York and Philadelphia heavily represented, and the crowd moved from 8 to 1 30 lunch then regrouped at 3.
Easter Sunday brings life and renewal while lamenting bird slaughter for bonnet decorations. David James Evans argues church and state should ban killing birds for fashion, asserting Earth's beauty depends on protecting songbirds from greed and sport.
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