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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jul 26, 1916
Page
8
Summer garments offered in white rose white and blue cream and black street gowns priced from 25 to 55 dollars each, marked down from 37.50 to 67.50. One of a kind fashions highlighted for a summer afternoon and evening collection.
Fragmented report notes a ceremony between Stage Beauty and a pioneer figure in Washington town. It mentions John and Haagland and a powder manufacturer in a historic context with unclear dates and roles, suggesting a local society wedding or union amid early 20th century industry reference.
Partial readable lines mention arial and The Wellington Poet amid disjoint text about arrivals and acts, with unclear names and places. The fragment hints at a local arts or theater item but provides no complete details or events to confirm.
Margaret Wilson left Washington for New York to attend a luncheon at the Army and Navy Club honoring Mrs Newton Baker wife of the secretary of War. Guests included Mrs Hugh Scott, Miss Mer Ul, Mrs Menoher, Mrs Scherer, Mrs Meeres, Mrs Price, Mrs Reliea, Misa Summers, Miss Agnes Hart Wilson, and Miss Freas. Assistant Secretary of State John E Osborne has returned to Washington from Wyoming and Colorado to be with Mrs Osborne and their daughter at Princeton. Mrs Thomas Armat hosted at Frestone for home guest William C Langfitt, wife of Col Langfitt en route from Savannah to Ravenswood WV. Cap and Mrs Francis William Langfitt ordered to the border with headquarters at San Antonio. Mrs Claude Swanson to motor trip to Harpers Ferry and Berkeley Springs then Atlantic City before Batham VA. Rev and Mrs G Freeland Peter, guests at Hotel Lafayette, moved to Old Point Comfort and will be at home at Monroe Terrace, Richmond after Sept 1.
The wedding of Miss Carol Frick and Mr Walter Wallace Talcott is planned for next Tuesday at St John Episcopal Church in Bradley Jane with Miss Edna Irmck as maid of honor and Mr Edward J. Nick as best man. A reception will follow at the Stock residence in Bradley Lane. Mrs William H Barden, wife of Mas Barden L S A, visits Miss Eva Gilbert in Georgetown. Additional guests include Mrs Agnes Carmichael and daughters from Dillon and Mrs Kennedy and Dr Robert Kennedy visiting Virginia Beach and Portsmouth. Capt and Mrs William Charllee host Mrs Agnes Carmichael and daughters.
Miss Elizabeth Gibson has closed her Decatur apartment and left Washington for the summer. Gen and Mrs Culver will pass the remainder of the season in Maine. Sniffen plans to depart August 1 for Maine. Mr and Mrs Paul R Beardsley have traveled from Munke ton Mid to Washington and stay at the Shoreham. Mrs Martin Littleton and her daughter Miss Rachel Littleton of New York are at the New Willard.
Miss Clementine Smith and Miss Sal lie Smith close their H street residence and depart for weeks at Blue Ridge Summit. Margaret Michie, daughter of Col and Mrs. Michie, leaves Washington for Irvington on the Hudson New London and Jamestown visits. Mrs. Michie will join in Jamestown in August for summer through autumn. Mrs Richard Ely and Capt and Mrs John H Gibbons spend the summer at Avon Conn. Mrs William Strother Smith and Miss Margaret Smith head to Monteret for several weeks. Judge and Mrs Charles C McChord and Miss Margaret McChord go to Atlantic City. Mrs Frederick A Delano and daughters Louise and Laura Delano spend summer at Shawnee on the Delaware. Mr Randall Hagner, with Miss Hagner at Watch Hill, returns to Washington today.
Mrs Harry H Kerr spends the summer at her Long Island cottage and will be joined by Dr Kerr later. He and Mrs Hall Smith are at Atlantic City for two weeks. Representative Elijah C Hutchinson is among the new arrivals in Waah. Mrs Thomasz Mitchell of 4ivase City arrived in Waash.
Delegates and guests including Representative Jouett Shouse of Kansas and Mr and Mrs E J Anderson of Seattle, Washington, join Dr Robert Reid and Mrs Isabel Reid of New York for a short stay at the Shoreham Hotel. The gathering reflects a cordial, informal meeting among prominent figures.
Special to The Washington Post Monise Ala July 25 Mr Maxmil lian Vonleibe a member of the Austrian nobility wed Mise Marvy Henshaw in Trinity Episcopal Church Mobile The bride daughter of Col John Ewing Minister to Honduras and social figure The ceremony moved from Honduras due to the bride father illness Vonilebeta serving in the Canal Zone represents a large manufacturing firm The bride is a niece of Col Robert Ewing publisher of the New Orleans Daily States The groom is son of the late Fiend Marshal Vonleibe of Gratz Austria
PRANpOM Society notes reveal gatherings in Newport and Washington. Guests include Mr and Mrs Philp Benkard Mr and Mrs Henry Pierrepont Perms Mrs Herbert Shipman Countess Joseph Glevecka and Miss Pauline Distun. Raoul Dadhemar arrives as Ellen Taylor and Katharina Ler visit Beechnut Inn. Washington visitor Isaac F Emerson of Baltimore stops at Narragansett Pier with daughter Mrs Alfred Vanderbilt en route to Lenox.
Mrs Wharton entertained at a tea and bridge at Narragansett Pier with guests from New York Baltimore Philadelphia Providence London Montreal and Newport. Mourners made the best of a dreary day as 200 enjoyed a dip and social hour despite rough surf earlier in the week.
Cortlandt Field Bishop hosted Henry White the former American ambassador to Paris and Berlin, and his son John Campbell White, at luncheon in Manchester Vermont. Also mentioned are Robert F Lincoln and David Lydig heading to Newport Rhode Island, Capt Isaac E Emerson with Mrs Vanderbilt at Wentworth Hall, Mrs Edwards Spencer losing a white greyhound named Pax, and Winthrop Murray Crane to entertain Berkshire beekeepers at his DalI home on August 10.
Bar Harbor Me July 25 Mra William Lawrence Green entertained at luncheon at the Swimming Club today. moving picture show the most successful of the season followed by moonlight dancing under a huge artificial moon. Mrs James Mitchell of Washington DC entertained at dinner for fourteen at her Holland avenue home. Miss Helen Blake also hosted luncheon tonight.
Beverly news notes a forthcoming event as Myopia Hounds plan their first run at Beverly next Tuesday. Mentions include Masa Jul and companions from Pittsburgh taking a motor trip to Lake Thammiat, with local colonies and performers like Edward Moore and Abbott Moore linked to activities in August at Rock Marge.
Lord and Lady Aberdeen travel to the home of Mr Montagne for tea accompanied by Mrs Parsons and Misses Doroth and Bessie as part of a social gathering in the pool area.
Chicago July 2 stores for women shoes will be common stock instead of high tops next year say manufacturers at the Vinas Shoe Teasers Association meeting. They warn of a price rise due to war disruptions in Europe and shortages of imported goods.
Mrs Elizabeth Ritchie received an absolute divorce from Alert Cabell Richie in Baltimore. Judge Gorter signed the decree on June 5. The couple, married May 5, 1914, separated years earlier. Mrs Richie left for her parents’ home. Richie did not contest the suit. Mrs Ritchie is the daughter of shipping magnate Bernard N Baker.
Paul Armstrong reportedly left an estate under 500 dollars after a July 25 incident. Catherine Calvert Armatrone invoked probate actions seeking 414000 but claimed Armetrange left no assets. She stated he died with a 217 automotule and cash totaling little value, while apparel was nearly worthless. The judgment creditor’s attorney sought full finances for the apparent complex asset mix.
The funeral of Thomas Matterson former state senator and Colorado publisher was held today as parts of the state house were closed. Hundreds sent telegrams of condolence including one from President Wilson.
Mr and Mrs Payne Whitney have arrived and will occupy Putnam Place while William F. Meinombs of New York takes the Pale cottage in firmer street. they plan to pass the month of August there.
Motor cars arrive at Bretton Woods with Joseph H Shiw of Elmington Del and William of Richmond Vain among the notable arrivals. The HO July list records entries and local interest centered on vehicular travelers and associated figures.
A New York report recounts daring and romantic stories aboard a French line ship en route to Lafayete. Prominent passengers include Mr and Mrs Frederck Aden, Mr and Mrs Ios Bhoninger, and Dr Metarths with Moss Mecane. The tale contrasts danger with reunion as volunteers and wounded soldiers are aided, with a forthcoming wedding in Hoxton amid postwar relief efforts.
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