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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1909
Page
21
Special stock items and select materials offered at reduced prices. The January sale includes good weekly material suits in cheviot and cassimere patterns with plain derby back coats and knickerbocker styles. Sizes 7 to 16 priced at 4.75 each, originally 7.50 to 10.00.
The notice advertises boys Outerwear in various styles and weights. Overcoats and reefers come in sizes from 3 to 12 or 14 to 13 with options in Oxford black and fancy finished garments. Higher grade materials offer dressier effects than the standard line.
Advertisement lists oase style plain white wash suits and washable outfits for boys in stock with lark effects and Russian blouse style. Features include neatly trimmed collars and cuffs, various effects, well made and finished in sizes 2 to 6.
Attractive values feature percale and gingham girls' school dresses with embroidery inserts, short finished hems, deep hems, neat plaids and figured prints. Full plaited skirts, long waists, three-quarter sleeves, and yok fastenings in AD sizes available.
The Roosevelts hosted a dinner for distinguished guests at the White House last evening, with table decor of Killarney roses and white hyacinths. After the 10 o'clock meal, a dance followed for invited attendees including ambassadors, senators, representatives, and naval officials.
The Berne announcement of Dr Vogel's transfer will be received with regret in Washington. In four to five years he has become very popular in Washington, a delightful guest always in demand at exclusive functions and luncheons. He is a clever man and avid student, with a stylish legation home on Hallyer Place reflecting his taste. He previously served with the legation here before his present post.
New York society scenes unfold as Townsend Martin hosts a February gathering at the Plaza with Lord and Lady Clifford and a large guest list including Mrs. Douglas Robinson and Mrs. W. Bayard Cutting. The event raises funds for the New York Association of the Blind, featuring elaborate paper hats, costumes, and a late night dance under pink lighting.
A New York American excerpt argues that great men are inspired by intelligent, married partners. It asserts that true charm comes from intellectual companionship, not mere cleverness, and that life hinges on partnership between brilliant men and capable women who share both minds and daily life.
Henry Walters will open his new private art gallery on Charles Street near the Washington Monument in Baltimore. The event February 3 will give public access to a collection praised as among the world’s best modern works. New acquisitions include the Massarenti collection of old masters and ceramics purchased in Italy. The marble exterior follows a late Italian Renaissance style.
December health report by acting chief sanitary officer R E Noble notes Canal Zone deaths total 124 for 1707 population, rate 20.75 per 1000, compared with Panama and Colon 151 deaths for 54472 population, rate 33.28 per 1000. Also mentions young Lady Kathleen Hastings, 16, a playwright from Huntingdon.
Congregation meeting Thursday selected a call committee to fill the vacant pulpit after the resignation of Rev. Alvert Evans. Elected: W. R. Spilman, EK H. Eakle, Burr Williams, Luther Speer, and Mrs. J. 4. Travis.
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