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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jan 09, 1914
Page
12
A Woodward & Lothrop department store listing offers remnant men’s black cotton socks with minor defects at six pairs for 75 cents and a large sale of boys’ suits overcoats and accessories. The ad notes prices cut from higher figures, mentions sizes and colors, and places items on second floor sale.
On the second floor at Tenth Street the Men s Clothing Department lists Mackinaws in Norfolk style with convertible collars in blue and green checks and raincoats from Hart Schaffner Marx in brown and tan. Sizes 34 to 40 priced at 7.25 to 14.75. Also included are Springweight Overcoats Chesterfield models and Young Men s Long trousers suits with multiple sizes and sale prices, reflecting substantial markdowns from original tags.
Unusually deep reductions on mahogany chiffonier dressers and tables plus oak sideboards and cabinets as the Nelson Matter Furniture Co prepares for a February sale starting Monday. Prices cut from high before to current low, with items including coral and satin wood inlays, triple mirrors, and Spanish leather seats.
Washington society remains busy with receptions dinners and dances. Notable guests include Mrs Franklin Lane Attorney General James Pinchot Mrs Burton Harrison and various diplomats at events ranging from teas and luncheons to a McLean dance and White House receptions. Names span Draper Overman Hitt Satterwhite Roosevelt and many embassies with multiple gatherings described.
A tea dance in the Shoreham Hotel’s Gold Room drew a large crowd including Lieuts. London and others, Miss Margaret Britton, Mrs. Edwards, Mr. and Mrs. George Minniegerode, Miss Grizzelle Hinton of Raleigh, and many U. S. Navy officers. Guests from New York and Montreal arrive for visits. Cardinal Gibbons honored at a luncheon. engagements announced for Minnie Hardwick and Henry Lewis Setx.
A muffled wedding occurred last evening at 7:80 o'clock at the Church of the Covenant. The bride, Elisa Murray, daughter of Mr and Mrs Harvey Murray, was married.
Beautiful conceptions of the choicest style suitable for wear on any occasion. Three-piece outfits and dresses in blue chiffon, black velvet, broadcloth, satin, and crepe de chine are shown with velvet coats, hand embroidery, and chiffon trimmings. Afternoon and evening gowns feature satin, Charmeuse, and lace details, with prices ranging from modest to premium.
Ardinal Vincenzo van Nothili set a Saturday court session to rule on Duchess de Talleyrand's appeal of the rota tribunal decision annulling her marriage to Comte Boni da Castellane. If the sagnatura tribunal accepts her claim of improper notice, a new trial before the rota tribunal will admit fresh evidence. Phyllis Sears debuts at Copley Plaza Hotel ball in Boston.
Murray joins William Dayton Shelley in marriage at a Philadelphia area ceremony led by Dr. Charles Wood. The report lists bridesmaids, ushers, a Rauchers reception, and plans for a future life in Oaklane. It also notes Miss Heyl’s theater group and several society guests at the Hotel Powhatan and in local social circuits.
Sayres at the American embassy in Paris with Walter Page and Mrs. Page, arriving this afternoon. They will stay in Paris until January 20 and forgo meeting the large diplomatic company, remaining as guests of Ambassador and Mrs Myron Herrick.
Essay cautions that poor teeth damage digestion and general health. It explains how mouth bacteria thrive with debris and moisture, causing acidity, erosion, and decay, and recommends rinsing after meals and brushing twice daily. It then shifts to neurasthenia, describing broad nervous disorders and urging balanced living to avoid this twentieth century malaise.
A charity theatre production titled Columbia features leading groups including hotel guests. Miss Helen Heyl daughter of Col Heyl heads the reader group and has shown strong dedication to the cause. Her team will also be seen in the show.
London reports Viscount Cross died at 91 after a long service in cabinets including the home department India affairs and as lord privy seal. He served in the Commons for decades and sat in the Lords for 20 years, having become a peer in 186.
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