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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jul 14, 1920
Page
14
In a dense local page this item notes principals declaring texts now used are out of date. It highlights the demand for new books and mentions issues around enrollment, staffing, and the need for better resources amid district concerns.
Local notices invite 100 enrollments for a fall pageant. Parents and children show interest in performing arts and entertainment activities, with details limited by the fragmentary OCR text.
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A long social run includes Rear Admiral Helm back in Washington and Mrs Helm at the White House. Governor of Puerto Rico and Mrs Yeager host at Beauvoir dinner. ministers and diplomats attend at home and in Chevy Chase. The president elect sails to New York for inauguration events and families travel between Washington, Dayton, New York, and Tow Town as weddings and visits unfold.
The District council of agriculture promotes Washington home gardens with Potomac Park plots expanding from 3 in 1818 to 700 gardens in 1919 under Department of Agriculture supervision. Potomac Garden Club formed. district council now oversees efforts. Officers listed include Sibert Douglas as chairman and Mrs T F Preoke as treasurer.
A reader reports quick relief for a severe stomach ailment after trying Mayers Wonderful Remedy. After doctors suggested surgery, the remedy allegedly removed catarrhal mucous and digestive issues, restoring strength. money refunded at Peoples Drug Stores and druggists.
A striking two tone hat blends white organdie and black velvet. The soft white crown contrasts with a scalloped black velvet brim edged with white bands. A large hemstitched white organdie bow adorns the front.
A reflective piece on family life arguing a two week holiday for parents away from children could rekindle romance and youth. It notes grandparents can help with kids and imagines couples enjoying time alone, contrasted with weekday duties and family duties.
Helen Rowland presents a humorous piece on the Summer Widower of 1920 who boasts of freedom yet longs for sympathy. A lonely husband seeks pity from younger women, using his misery to charm them, while the article warns against pampering such figures and advocates prudent compassion.
President Wilson accepted James T Newton’s resignation as commissioner of patents amid praise for his 29 years of service. The notice notes Newton’s loyalty, efficiency, and intelligence in federal patent work and marks the July 14, 1920 effective date.
An auction outing is planned from Washington to West Hatton Maryland along the Woonca River for a City Cubs weekend program. The forum occurs at 1 o’clock at the clubhouse, with Harry and Frans as auctioneers. Final outing plans will be voted on at today’s luncheon chaired by L Stockwall.
The Lewiston High range schedule shows color guard practice and events starting May 22 with sessions on May 29 June 5 June 12 June 19 June 26 and July 3 July 10. Details list dates for drills and demonstrations at the Lew-High facility.
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