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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Jan 26, 1909

Page

21

Engagement News and Washington Socials Mention Hopes

The article notes the engagement of Shelby Converse to Huntington Wolcott Jackson, lists Jackson family ties and education, and details numerous Washington social events. It mentions Miss Laura Jackson’s engagement to Wilhelm August Ferdinand Ekengren and records dinners hosted by notable officials and diplomats at venues like Rauscher's.

Meyer Converge Shelby Huntingto Wolcott Jackson Mies Converse Europe New York Valentines Valentine St.jmnthy Endes Washington Jackson Join P. Jackson Pennsylvania Laura Wolcott Jackson Wilhelm August Ferdinand Ekengren Legation Metropolitan University Chevy Chase University of Pennsylvania Boosevelty

Society Notes Show Hosting Elite of Washington

Miss Padelford hosted lunch with a large list of guests from St. Louis and others, while Mrs. William Manning Irwin entertained for her daughter Annie. The Arlington Titel and Westmoreland hosted teas and a large bridge luncheon, with many guests including Countess Alexandra von Bernstorff and Mrs. George Pullman. Various receptions and future at home dates were announced for numerous social figures and politicians, with travel between cities and formal visits noted.

Armistead Peter George Haines Italy Maj. von Livonlus Frau von Livonlus McLee J. William Henry Men Tigues Haines Washington New York Gardner Williams William Manning Irwin Annie Irwin Richmond Josés Alexandra- Luis von Bernstorff de Lagercrentz Mary de Lagercrantz Katherine Weeks Caroline Shepard Elizabeth Howry Harriet Hatch Talbot Vera Downing Lillie Fintey Ruth Biss Frances Webster Katherine Crane Alice Boyd

Elegant Gowns and Costumes at About Half Price

Premium sale offers seven gowns and costumes suitable for church events and society functions. Items include imported three piece dresses in satiny and chiffon fabrics with hand embroidery, nap fabrics, and ornate coats, all offered at about half regular price, with some models originally $150 now $50.

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Exquisite gowns and a black chiffon suit on bid

A catalog description touts No 6 a black chiffon ta f fat a silk three piece suit with white lace waist and green silk trim. No 7 features an exquisite evening gown a copy of a ten thousand dollar prize dress in pale rose silk crepe over satin. The sale includes accompanying guimpe and mechlin lace.

Broadcloth and Cheviot Tailor Suits At $16.50

Broadcloth and Cheviot tailor suits offered at 16.50 with prior prices up to 29.50. Semi fitting models feature large patch pockets, all buttons, satin lining, and colors brown navy neon and black. Attractive garments for general wear through late spring by Vien Neer st.

Vien Neer

January Linen Sale at Second Floor Eleventh Street

Our January Sale of Household Linens offers table and toilet linens sheets pillow and bolster slips comfortables spreads blankets and more with new import designs Louis XVI spot. Special prices on cloths napkins towels and Huckaback pieces. Second floor Eleventh St.

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Clergymen Meet to Promote Laymen Movement and Arbitration

Pastors' Federation members gathered at EM Cpa rooms as P H Seukin outlined a National Industrial Peace Association branch for arbitration of disputes. M Rosa Fishburn praised S W Woodward of the M C A and a $76,000 fund for debts was noted. M C4 secretary urged Cayman Federation plans to fill city pulpits in March to discuss missionary needs. Senator Dolliver, unable to attend, promised a later speech.

Pastors’ Federation EM Cpa P. H. Seukin National Industrial Peace Association Ithe M. Rosa Fishburn S. W. ‘Woodward W. K. Cooper M. C Caymen's Federation Henry Macfarland Canada J. P. Dolliver Iowa Tal

Settlement House Opens For Negroes In Washington

Charles F. Weller led a Sunday afternoon tour of the new black social settlement at 116 and 118 M Street SW, detailing its aims to promote industry thrift and citizenship among neglected colored residents. Notables including Mary Church Terrell and Dr. F. J. Grimke attended the event and discussed city needs and national interest in the project.

Charles F. Weller Fittsboro Roosevelt M Street Weller Pittsburg National Capital Ageia Gardiner G. Hubbard Archibald Hopkins Francis Rigge Heneen Jennings Thomas C. Noyes John van Schatck, Jr J. P. 8. Neli

Fashion’s Fads and Fancies in High Society Gossip

A long Regency style column surveys Josephine’s famous handkerchief vanity and courtly display, then shifts to a bustling New York social week of dances at Harriman, Alexander, and McAlpin homes. It notes royal visits, a London message about golf’s strains, and a wave of American nobles and elites wintering in London and Cannes with hostess plans, yachts, and weddings shaping the social season.

Josephine Napoleon France Whetter New York E. Henry’ Harriman Fifth Avenue C. B. Alexander West Fifty-eighth Street Wiliam W. McAlpin Plaza Sherry's London Society London Lady Cunard Grosvenor Square Hotel Plaza Atle Lacy Paget The Waldorf Mackey Charles Carroll Glyn W.H. Reeder Hamilton Carhart Anthony Drexel Marguerite Philadelphia Oceanic Campania

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