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Readers describe a laborious process of creating vibrant color effects in dresses with pale pink batiste fabric trimmed by recat adders, noting intricate detailing and handwork.
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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jul 07, 1908
Page
7
Readers describe a laborious process of creating vibrant color effects in dresses with pale pink batiste fabric trimmed by recat adders, noting intricate detailing and handwork.
Special sale offers new lots of women's shirts waists at lower prices, featuring tailored styles and embroidered laces with delicate finishes. Includes Mull Wefts, handtrimmed items, and elegant mantles, with values ranging up to 1.5 dollars and notable discounts on set and single pieces.
Muslin sheets and pillow slips offered in several lots with special prices. Sizes range from 4 to 72 inches with prices from 19c to 83c per piece. Notable items include 2 inch 19c, 3 inch 23c, and a special: 1200 mush pillow slips in various lengths at 1c each. Second floor TP st.
A long wedding notice details the marriage of Mary Ellen Lute to William F Lemon at the Lute home with a jewelled display of flowers and a reception. Additional items announce other weddings, travels, and social plans of prominent Washington residents including Jayne, Hubbard, Bristal, Peterson, and Petty families, with summers in Maine, Virginia, and Newport outlets. The column notes several guests, attendants, attire, and future travel to Chevys Chase, Jamestown RI, and Kennebunk Beach.
Government inspectors boarded private yachts including the Katherine and Helen RK Mnelstrate to check compliance with federal safety rules. Violations were noted on several boats and owners warned of court action if needed repairs and adequate life preservers are not provided.
The President through the Department of Justice named Milton I Purdy as United States district judge for the district of Minnesota to succeed retired William Lochren. A recess appointment bypassed Senate action, with opposition from Senator Nelson. Purdy, linked as a national trust buster, will assume duties pending future Senate confirmation.
The Interstate Commerce Commission was informed that Southeastern lines plan a general rate increase on all commodities from Ohio and Mississippi crossings to southeastern points, with fresh meats rising by 3 cents per hundred for Class B, 2 cents for Class C, and 4 cents per barrel for Class A, reflecting a shift from current 10 cent over Class B. The change signals a likely higher price for fresh meats.
Federal authorities face a tough task obtaining sufficient evidence to convict alleged rebels involved in a raid into northern Mexico. Justice Department dispatches indicate officers at Del Rio struggle to piecemeal proof of neutrality law violations. Creel, Mexican ambassador to the United States, is expected to visit Washington later this week to aid efforts.
A joint commission to study inland food fisheries between Canada and the United States will convene in Eastport, Maine, tomorrow. The British member is T. Basted of Ottawa, joined by David Starr Jordan of California, with American specialists BW Evermann and A. B. Alexander assisting.
A Washington report details government clerks from the Printing Office and various federal bureaus taking annual vacations. Col Thomas Cook returns on leave from the canal zone as others, including J F von Wimpffen, Charles Schafer, and Nannie Barney, start or extend leave, with dates ranging July 1 to August 8 and returns staggered into mid August.
Several staff movements shown include John W Sherwood returning to duty after leave and Alice L Crane promoted with a salary increase. Numerous transfers, vacations, and absences across divisions are listed along with temporary clerks being moved to the main Documents office. DuPont de Nemours wins dynamite contract for Panama Canal with Colon delivery by September 1.
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