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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Feb 11, 1912

Page

3

Men and Boys Rally Speakers in City for National Reform Meet

Institutes and conventions directed by religious workers of national reputation mark a week of planned events in Washington. A noon talk by the Wall Street preacher in New York has inspired a slate of Monday activities, including a clergymen conference at the MCA Assembly hall at 11 a.m and a men’s meeting at Epiphany Church at 7 p.m. Rev Wilkinson to lead. Later, a citywide committee conference in the MCA building precedes an evening mass meeting for men and boys over 16 at Calvary Baptist Church.

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Program for Today at Local Churches Rally and Services

A readable historical program lists Sunday activities across churches. It notes regular services, youth groups for boys, Bible institutes, and sermons led by various ministers. The document mentions movement, church meetings, and a May event with attendance goals.

Man Sentenced to 1-5 Years for Marian Bleakley Kidnapping

Joseph M Gentry must serve from one to five years in the State penitentiary for his role in the Marian Bleakley incubator baby kidnapping three years ago. The Supreme Court today affirmed the sentence imposed by a lower court. The case centers on the prolonged search and legal actions following the abduction.

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Mrs Martha Pearson Dead After Illness in Washington

Mrs Martha Pearson aged 79 died Friday at her home on Tennessee Avenue North after several weeks illness. She came from Ohio to Washington with husband John Pearson and was widowed after her son John A Pearson died December 7. Funeral at 1 tomorrow from her home with services, burial in Fox Creek Cemetery. Survived by daughter in law Mrs John A Pearson and four grandchildren, including Miss Martha Pearson, who lived with her.

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Nagel To Help Polish Tots At Port of Entry

Secretary of Commerce and Labor Nagel traveled to Philadelphia to personally investigate two Polish children detained at the port who face possible separation from their Ravenia and farm family. He will consult with immigration authorities and review the would be immigrants case, focusing on Jan and Stefani Wopalka who allegedly have trachoma. The other six family members are reportedly admissible.

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Court urged promise to obey all injunctions in contempt case

In a district supreme court hearing on Samuel Gompers and associates, Justice Weight pressed the contempt case toward a pledge from John Mitchell to abide by future injunctions. Labor leader statements and defense counsel argued about immunity possibilities, while Mitchell asserted his honesty and desire for acquittal based on the evidence presented.

Labor Barher Daniel T Weight District Supreme Court John Witchell

Witness Testimony Defends Free Speech and Conscience

The testimony argues against implying inaccuracies in statements and urges obedience to law and court orders. It asserts the link between free speech and free conscience, contending courts cannot enjoin conscience. Mr Mitchell pauses to write his views, while Mr Morrison defends free speech amid the injunction controversy.

Mitchell Morrison American Federation of Labor Morrisen Pert Gompers

Insects Make Living High Fight on the Mediterranean Fly

James Dulls S a Says in telling of fight on the Mediterranean Fly an important factor in high cost of living is the sum the American government and farmers spend yearly to fight plant disease and insect pests California horticultural convention Citrus Growers League Mills Riverside California represents seeks legislation to aid these conditions He consulted with Secretary of Agriculture Wilson Croward and entomology officials and other department members on the fight Mills and the California delegation

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Turkish towel hats spark debate in Congress

Tangled remarks argue for stricter quarantine to block Mediterranean pests and diseases possibly entering Hawaii and California. The speaker cites economic losses from pests and urges action to prevent import of diseased plants and insects, citing existing quarantine laws.

Turkish towel bonnets stir excitement among milliners

A whimsical fashion item, the Turkish towel bonnet, sparks debate at the National Association of Retail Milliners meeting. Local milliners fear cheap novelty could undercut elegance, while some socialites speculate on its appeal if styled for elite wear.

National Association of Retail Milliners

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