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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Jul 22, 1918

Page

8

Woodward & Lothrop Silk and Linen Wear Highlights

An illustrated catalog listing White Skirts in piques linens and wools with prices from 2.50 to 15.00, and Cool Linen Gabardine suits. Includes Arab suits, morning frocks in crepe and voile, organdy frocks, rajah silk gowns, and Georgette dresses with varied trims and beading all priced across the range. Numerous fabrics described with details on pockets girdles belts and styles.

New Arrivals in Dresses for Misses in Georgette Chiffon and Jap Silk

Navy Georgette and printed chiffon dresses trend in the new arrivals for misses. Navy Georgette frocks with graceful draping and trims priced near 25 dollars. printed chiffons on white silk at 25, plus Jap silk mourning frocks at 15 dollars in black and white with draped skirts and sash details.

Navy Georgettes Mack and Treat

Traveling Requisites for the Summer Trip by Rail or Automobile

The rise of auto travel and higher railroad costs boost car trips. Convenient running board trunks and wardrobe trunks offer ample storage, folding into a compact space. Durable cowhide bags and leather suitcases suit weekend trips, with prices from five to six dollars and up.

Ian

War Clerks Appeal Calls Women Nurses Aid

A 1940s wartime appeal urges American women to join the nursing corps and hospital branches. The campaign stresses enlistment two weeks from July in all related posts, naming Dr Anny Hes as chairwoman of the appeals committee and urging participation from young women nationwide.

National Exery F Ray Howa Queensboro Corporation War Industries Chamber of Commerce Borough of Queens Department of Labor Washington Allan Robinson United States

Call for Student Nurses Amid Wartime Shortages

Fragmentary OCR yields a call urging student nurses to join service. Names, dates, and locations are unclear, but the note signals a recruitment push during a period of medical staff strain and wider wartime mobilization.

July 4 in Jerusalem marks Red Cross inauguration

Cabled dispatches report July 4 ceremonies in Jerusalem to inaugurate the American Red Cross commission in Palestine. Gen Sir Edmund Allenby led British forces and was guest of honor among allied nations represented, with Qlotats and creeds in attendance. Modern crusaders embodied liberty of thought and political and religious freedom.

Jerusalem American Red Cross Commission Palestine Tercias Holy Sepulches Edmund Allenby Paler Nationa Weire

Society Notes and Notable Marriages in Washington

The morning service at Central Presbyterian was attended by the President and Mrs Wilson. Mrs Baker sang at a Chevy Chase Circle gathering with soldiers in attendance, accompanied by Ralph Leopold. A marriage uniting Arthur Peter and Miss Dith Marshall was announced, with Peter a prominent attorney tied to Tudor Place in Georgetown. Numerous guests including Lord and Lady Wellesley and several Vanderbilt, Duane, and Gould family members attended dinners and gatherings around Newport and Washington as social life thrived.

Wilson Central, Presbyterian Church Arthur Peter Missdith Marshall Humphrey Marshall Louiville Peter Armstead Peter Tudor Place Georgetown George Washington Mount Vernon Craig Biddle Nethercliff Newport Daphne the Duane Richard Barton French Boston Lord George Wellesley Wellesley Wayne Whitney Wilmund Ts Baylies Jay Pierce Lorillard Frederick Vanderbilt Edwin Gould Frederic Gourfield Penfield United States Austria Kingdon Gould Eigie Flench Vanderbilt William Douglas Sloane Robert Bacon Charles Cary Rumsey Flora Whitney Ruth Vanderbilt Twombley Margaret French Adelaide Bayles Alice Davison M. Maitland Carlton Duane Francis A Sayles C W Boshell Philip D Armour C B Gould George Lee Thompson George Wentworth Jason Widener Austin Cooper Hewitt Marshal Peck Amos van Rensselaer Trevor Astor Towne Peyton Phelps Dorothy Drew White Darsey H White Memphis Tonn R Edward MecKetlar Washington Methodiet Iniscanal McKellar J National Army Wises White

Washingtonians Visit in New York Metropolis Notes

Special to The Washington Post from New York. Washingtonians stay at Manhattan Waldorf Astoria and other hotels, meeting friends, visiting shops, and reporting wartime market shifts. Attendees include Mrs Russell M MacLennan and numerous officers, merchants, and guests from the capital touring Gotham hôtels and social venues.

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National drive to demand patriotic schoolbooks

The National Committee of Patriotic Societies began a nationwide survey of school texts to push adoption of patriotic material and remove German propaganda. The group urged local committees to ensure patriotic books are used in every grade starting September, arguing real patriotism must be taught to children.

National Committee of Patriotic Societies

Sophisticated Blue Silk Frock With Chiffon Tunic

A fashion hint describes a dress pairing dark blue silk with figured chiffon in a blue gray pattern. The skirt is long and narrow, with a chiffon tunic mounted to a yoke. The blue silk bodice fronts tie at the back over a panel.

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Why Girls Marry By Helen Rowland

A fragmented reflection on portraits and vanity as women weigh flattery, appearance, and societal expectations. The dialogue centers on photographs capturing personality, youth, and charm versus aging, with family and friends weighing in on taste, propriety, and future rumors.

Helen Rowland

The Jarr Family Misadventures in a Rural Kitchen

Uncle Henry recalls daily strains at home while uncovering buried treasure in the garden. The talk shifts to scarce prices, farm duties, and a wife’s frugal ways as Mr Jarr and Mrs Jarr react to a long visit, harvest timing, and a surprising gold find.

George Barnett Marine Corps Osgood Lake Tr Waredougall Montreal Canada Barnett Basil Jordon Wakefield Wanor Front Royal Va Uncle Hens Jare Tnere Mr Farr Mr Jarre Mr Jarr Jim Petera Uncle Henry Hetty Odeck Henry Jarr Jarrest Tarr the Press Publishing

Gold Medal Haarlem Oil Capsules Backache Remedy

An advertisement warns backache may signal kidney troubles and promotes Gold Medal Haarlem Oil Capsules as a quick relief for kidney and bladder issues. It claims direct import from Haarlem laboratories and offers a money-back guarantee with three sizes available at drug stores.

Haarlem Healland

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