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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1909
Page
13
Following list highlights special values in stock for January sale. Items include good weekly material suits in Cheviot and cassimere, plain and fancy patterns, with knickerbocker trousers. Sizes 7 to 16, prices from 4.75 each, values 7.50 to 10.00.
A fragmented ad lists overcoats and reefers for boys in various styles. It mentions Hex Lanes Teelers and good heavy weight wool coats with velveteen collars in sizes 3 to 12, and Boys Overcoats in Oxford black finishes. Also notes higher grade reefers and overcoats with dressier effects in sizes 14 to 13.
Ad shows boys wash outfits in oase style plain white rep with lark effects and Russian blouse style. Includes neatly trimmed collars and cuffs, with fancy effects. Sizes range from 2 to 6. Prices listed at 214 to b per tenthat.
Attractive values in girls school dresses feature white lawn dresses trimmed with embroidery and insertions, short finished with deep hems. Hill dresses in percale and gingham offer neat plaids and figured prints, long waist, full plaited skirts, three quarter sleeves with yok fastenings for AD sizes.
President and Mrs Roosevelt entertain a formal dinner at the White House last evening with guests including the German ambassador, Italian ambassador, and numerous senators representatives and naval officers. A 10 o'clock dance followed with invited attendees listed, and notes on other society events and arrivals appear through the society notes.
The Berne announcement transfers Dr Vogel to another post abroad, drawing deep regret in Washington where he has been a popular guest at exclusive events. He is a clever scholar and a tireless host, with the legation home in Hallyer Place reflecting his taste and long service in Washington.
New York society gathered at the Plaza with Lord and Lady Clifford among guests as Townsend Martin hosted a refined tea for friends. Meanwhile Mrs Ethel Field Beattie contested inheritance income from her late father, and Bernard Vanderbilt discussed winter plans abroad after a boiler scare. A charity ball for the New York Association of the Blind drew top names and extravagant costumes, highlighted by scenic décor and hat prizes.
In Hilbert Hubbard’s New York American column a correspondent debates whether brilliant men prefer brilliant women. He argues a successful man relies on a brilliant partner. great thoughts and deeds are children of married minds. A wife must be companion and intellect, not merely charm, to sustain life and art. Ellen Terry’s charm is cited, and women’s clubs praised for shaping capable companions.
Henry Walters plans to open his private art gallery on Wednesday February 3 in Baltimore. The new space on Charles Street near the Washington Monument will showcase additions including the Massarenti collection of old masters and ceramics. The marble exterior reflects a late Italian Renaissance style and access will be public thereafter.
December health report by acting sanitary officer R. E. Noble notes the Canal Zone death rate from all causes at 20.75 per 1000, compared with Panama and Colon at 33.28 per 1000, despite a Canal Zone population of 17,707 and Panama Colony figures. Also mentions 16 year old Lady Kathleen Hastings, heir to the Earl of Huntingdon, as a budding playwright who authored For King of Parliament and acted a hero role.
The congregation met Thursday to form a call committee for the vacant pastorate after the resignation of Rev. Alvert Evans. Elected were W. R. Spilman, EK H. Eakle, Burr Williams, Luther Speer, and Mrs. J. F. Travis.
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