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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Jan 26, 1909

Page

39

Engagement Rumors And Diplomatic Socials At Washington

List of social events in Washington includes engagements and visits. Notes H W Jackson and Miss Shelby Converse engagement links to Wolcott Jackson family. Several dinners host prominent figures: Boosevelt, Fairbanks, ambassadors, and diplomats. Attendees include Longworth, Cochran, and Gibson setup gatherings at official residences and embassies.

Socialite Luncheons and Dinners Draw Washington Guests

A roundup of society gatherings in Washington includes Miss Padelford hosting a luncheon for numerous debutantes and guests from Richmond Josés, Countess Alexandra Luis von Bernstorff, and others. Mrs. William Manning Irwin entertained Annie Irwin, with red centerpiece decor. several tea and bridge events followed at venues like the Arlington Title and the Dewey. Notables such as Mrs. Pullman, Mrs. George Pullman, and several legislators’ families were in attendance, with announcements of future receptions and who will be at home on set dates in February.

Bryce Beatrice Lmills Charles Dana Gibson Washington Representative Bourke Cochran Gibson Cochran Nicholas Longworth Meyer Armistead Peter George Haines Italy Maj. von Livonlus Frau von Livonlus McLee J. William Henry Men Tigues Haines 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 Beatrice Milla Edward Granard Fifth Avenue Walting Countess of Granard Earl of Granard Austed Grey Miss Burnham William Patten Anna Thayer Meredith George Meredith Harrowgate England

Important Sale of Elegant Gowns and Costumes

A sale offers seven gown and costume numbers at about half the regular price, including exclusive dresses and imported models. Descriptions cover fabrics like satin, chiffon, and lace with intricate trimmings and train skirts. Suitable for church events, social functions, and the Inaugural Ball, these pieces promise substantial savings and one-of-a-kind appeal.

Woffer

Exquisite gowns and two piece suit on sale

The ad lists No 6 Black chiffon taffeta three piece suit with lace waist and black braid trimmed coat and gored skirt. No 7 An exquisite evening gown inspired by the Angelo-Franco prize gown in pale rose crepe with matching satin and detachable guimpe.

Delft

Broadcloth and Cheviot Tailor Suits At 16.50

Broadcloth and Cheviot tailor suits offered at 16.50, previously up to 29.50. Semi fitting models with large patch pockets, all buttons, satin lining. Colors include brown navy neon and black. Described as stylish for general wear through late spring. Vien Neer st

Vien Neer

January Linen Sale Highlights Exclusive Louis XVI Designs

Our January sale features an exclusive Louis XVI design line with new imports and very rich soft finished linens. Includes table and toilet linens, sheets, pillow and bolster slips, comfortables, spreads, blankets, and more with special weekly pricing. Second floor Eleventh Street offers 2x2 yard cloths at 5.00 and 24x24 yard cloths at 6.25, napkins and towels in multiple sizes with marked discounts.

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Laymen Movement discussed by city pastors federation

Clergymen and federation members met in EM Ca rooms as National Industrial Peace Association executive committee investigates. Papers praised S W Woodward of the M C A, plans to honor him and raise 76000 dollars to cover debts. Cayman’s Federation aims to fill pulpits in March to discuss domestic and international missionary needs. Senator Dolliver could not attend but may speak later.

Pastors’ Federation EM Ca P. H. Seukin National Industrial Peace Association Association For the District Ithe M. Rosa Fishburn Federation Macfarland Canada J. P. Dolliver Iowa Tal

Settlement House Opens For Negroes In Washington

Charles F. Weller led visitors through the unfinished Settlement House at 116 118 M Street SW built for colored residents. The effort aims to promote industry thrift morality and citizenship among neglected colored people in aging cities with guests including Mary Church Terrell and Dr F J Grimke among others.

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 Notes and New York Society Dances this Week

Fashion feature traces Josephine’s lace handkerchief vanity and laughs as a trend. It then shifts to a bustling social week in New York with Mrs. Harriman, Mrs. Alexander, and Mrs. McAlpin hosting dances at Fifth Avenue homes and the Plaza.

Josephine Napoleon France Whetter New York E. Henry’ Harriman Fifth Avenue C. B. Alexander West Fifty-eighth Street Wiliam W. McAlpin Plaza Sherry's

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