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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Aug 31, 1905
Page
7
Woodward and Lothrop announced an early closing on Saturday at 1 PM during the heated term. The department store, operating in New York Washington and Paris branding, will also close at 5 o clock during the period.
An advertisement promotes Mens New Fall Furnishings including fall and winter weight Comet Flannel Pajamas and full-weight natural gray underwear for men and youths. It describes cloth weight and quality, generous cut, properly proportioned sizes, durable finish, and refined patterns and colors. Prices listed are Fac Sr.00 and Si.s5o with floor-F st.
Fe are showing a few new fall styles of women's shoes with rising variety as the class goes by. The season’s improvements are more noticeable, and shoemakers have outdone themselves to please. Special attention is on our new Peerless Shoes made locally with our stamp and guarantee, shown in kidskin, calfskin, and dull demi-velvet finishes.
Partial OCR lists shoe prices and styles for women misses and children across various lines. Mentions Deiter shoes for dress occasions, different materials like kidskin and Calfskin, springy heel Lac, patent tips, and multiple size ranges with prices from 1.50 to 4.00 per pair. Located on Third floor Tunth st with irregular text and misprints.
A vintage catalog listing low priced women underwear items including gowns drawers corset covers petticoats and kimonas. Items are Maslin and Cambric gowns Muslin drawers Corset covers Gingham Petticoats and Cotton Crepe Kimonas with lace embroidery ruffles and trimmed details. Prices range from 20c to $1.69. Located at Eleventh St.
Autumn househouseholds seek new sewing machines and visit the showroom for the latest guaranteed models. Prices listed include WW and WO drop-heads, Eldredge Automatic and Rotary models with attached lift, all marketed as light running with superior woodwork and ball bearings. On the second floor department, necessary instructions are provided.
An advertisement notes the opportune time for repairing and reupholstering furniture for fall and winter. It emphasizes less crowded shops allow more time and careful attention, with the service offered on the fourth floor GST.
Washington society notes reveal several upcoming weddings and nuptials. Misa Louise Kauffmann to wed Dr John Simpson at year end. Miss Rose McMullen wed Seymour F. Davis in a family ceremony. Miss Margaret Helen Martin to marry Dr Arthur Chenay in Washington. Miss Eveline Clare Green to wed Lieut John Treadwell Bowers in Annapolis. other couples include Miss Rebecca Williamson and Starry Ostermayer. Guests and travelers across Newport Lenox Belgrade Lakes and Mount Washington attend gatherings with notable figures such as Vice President Fairbanks, Gen Horace Porter, and families like the Sloane, Crane, and Winthrops referenced.
Captain Fiala, commander of the Ziegler polar expedition, arrived in New York aboard the Oceanic from Liverpool. He supported large multi-year crews, ice resistant drift boats, trained dogs and wireless telegraphy, and voiced views on rival Peary efforts, noting uncertainty about heir apparent Young Ziegler’s plans.
The State Department received copies of Gothenberg newspaper attacks on American consul Robert S. G. Bergh over alleged disrespect to King Oscar on his birthday. Aftonblad charged foreign consuls hoisted flags except Bergh, prompting local speculation. President Roosevelt had ordered Bergh to refrain from celebrations. Acting Secretary Joomis will seek an explanation from Bergh.
Lee S Miller of Washington has drawn a quarter section of land in the Uintah Reservation Utah. He is employed in survey work for the government and was the sole member of his party to be allotted. Miller drew No 1487 and, with 6000 quarter sections to be allotted, stands to gain a valuable site within years. He recently came of age and works under his father D B Miller Sr a former examiner of public land surveys.
Washington Heights Presbyterian Church plans no immediate action on calling a new pastor due to officers' absence from the city. Dr Benjamin F Bittinger said at a recent meeting that after Mr Hunt resigned the pulpit would be vacant and another pastor would be called in due course.
Miss Esther Philips and A. H. Henderson, both of North Carolina, were married at Hotel Central in Chatham Virginia on Monday. The ceremony was kept exceedingly quiet and simple, with few relatives in attendance.
Darrell battles to survive a brutal feverish ordeal in a sun scorched setting. A tense storm frees him from death as Dr Bradley and nurses watch for a final change. The sky roars, winds howl, and a golden light signals a fragile, waking slumber.
In October Darrell, recovering from a grave illness, walks with a physician and gains strength while Underwood and sister observe. Memories fade for Darrell, memory of past life gone, yet Dr. Bradley sees spark of recall. Jack Britton, Dave to Underwood, appears as a future companion and possible aid as Darrell looks toward renewed life.
Season near end as Chevy Chase hosts hundreds nightly with Marine Band concerts and diverse amusements. Steamboat trips to Norfolk and Virginia Beach offer reduced round trips, two family days at River View, Pocahontas service for little ones, and Labor Day sailings with stops at Alexandria. Last excursions to Marshall Hall and Indian Head depart soon, with Behrender’s Band and dancing at the pavilion and daily trips to Marshall Hall from early morning.
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