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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1914
Page
4
Advertisement lists used vehicles for sale with conditions and prices. Highlights include a 1913 six cylinder OLDS MOBILE at 1200 dollars with new paint and overhauled mechanics, a 1911 Pierce Arrow at 1500 dollars with updated lights and upholstery, a 1912 Locomobile at 2250 dollars, and a 1911 four cylinder Locomobile at 1250 dollars plus frame cars from 350 dollars.
A long history lies behind Paragon typewriter ribbons and Red Seal carbon papers. Years of fabric testing and formula development produced the best ribbons and carbon sheets with sharp clear impressions. The text notes the delicate machinery and extensive study required to manufacture these products.
Bishop Harding ordained Millward W. Riker and Louis E. M. Sills at Bethlehem Chapel with Canon De Vries and Dr. G. Freeland Peter assisting. The ceremony included Holy Communion and assignments to St. Stephen's Church Columbia Heights and St. Paul's Church on Twenty third street. The day featured a summer school address, church dedications, and various clergy movements across Washington communities.
A. Z. Hunt, a veteran fisherman, made a notable catch yesterday at the dam above Great Falls. After a twenty minute struggle, he pulled in a 22 1/2 inch smallmouth bass weighing 4 pounds 4 ounces, weighed at Trammell's boathouse and hailed by its owner as hardly equaled in the area.
Clergy across denominations celebrated Children's Day with recitations songs and addresses. At West Street Presbyterian more than 600 youngsters joined in singing. Dr James T Marshall announced summer Sunday school continuation with no evening services. Luther Memorial Church hosted Rev Anstadt’s event with a large turnout and a June 20 picnic planned. Other churches Organized programs included Ver mont Avenue Christian and Gunton Temple Memorial Presbyterian with organ recitals diplomas and prizes, while Foundry Church featured opening remarks by Louis Breuninger and a joint effort by Rev. William Wedderspoon and Rev. N H Holmes.
Commencement week at Trinity College opened with pontifical high mass in O Connor Hall led by Bishop Edward P. Allen of Mobile. A procession of clergy and alumnae preceded the service as the baccalaureate sermon urged prayer as a guide for young women entering the world. Degrees will be conferred Thursday by Bishop Philip J. Carrigan of Sioux City.
Representative Fairchild of New York hosted Republican New York delegation members at a Saturday dinner. Attendees included Senator Root and Representatives Payne Calder Matt Danforth Hamilton Parker Darn Walda and Platt. Merritt was absent due to illness. No political significance was attached though New York matters were broadly discussed until midnight. The drownings of Walter Walte were reported as relatives identified his body after a Navy Yard wall incident. Three sailors from the naval militia yacht Sylph aided in the rescue effort but Walte had already gone under.
The Rev. Simon P. W. Drew and Cosmopolitan Baptist Church launch a $15,000 fund to reduce the church mortgage. Contributors include Mrs. Wilson wife of the President and Mrs. Bryan wife of the Secretary of State along with Mrs. John B. Henderson and Speaker Clan. About $1,200 has been raised so far.
The Clergymen's Holy Land contest nears its close with a daily revised standing next week and a final daily update possible. Four churches may win special prizes for top vote-getting pastors, as coupons must be submitted by Monday evening to aid checkers and faciliate daily revisions.
Protestant residents near Trinity M E oppose transferring Julius Eglof’s liquor license from 200 Third Street SE to 322 Pennsylvania Ave SE. A June meeting, led by Epworth League members, drew ~100 locals voicing objections that the 400 foot distance from the church endangers a residential area with nine churches and schools nearby.
Members of Congress and notable officials paid tribute to Joaquin Miller the poet of the Sierras at the second anniversary of the Miller cabin dedication in Rock Creek Park. Speakers included Senator Willam Alden Smith former Gov Osborn Rep Baker Joseph J O'Brien and A J Boyer. A Joaquin Miller Cabin Club was announced.
Rev Dr William R Wedderspoon led a memorial service at Foundry Methodist Church for Albig B Browne who died May The service highlighted Browne virtues as a model for youth and the choir performed selections including favorites of Browne.
Members of St. Peter's Commandery No 134 Knights of St. John held annual memorial services at Mount Olivet Congressional and Ho Road cemeteries. Graves were decorated with flowers and speeches were given by officers, including T J Campbell Rood and J J Campbell in charge at the morning service, with 2 30 pm services at Mount Olivet officiated by A J Ronspies and others.
Dr Clarenas J Owens of the Southern Commercial Congress reports Muskogee will host the next annual convention in November with plans for the largest program in the history of the organization. Oklahoma interests claim wide participation with about 20000 businessmen from 16 Southern states expected, speakers to include cabinet officers senators and diplomats. Senator Fletcher of Florida, newly nominated, says Muskogee will see the Souths greatest gathering of business leaders.
More than two score opinions are expected today as the Supreme Court nears its next to last decision day before October. Major rate and antitrust suits may be decided, with many motions tied to closing year business. The Thaw extradition docket prompts hopes for a possible application for his release to Justice Holmes or the full court.
The U S Bureau forecasts real summer weather for Washington this week with high temperatures across the East and southern Atlantic States. Early week showers and localized thunderstorms are expected, followed by cooler conditions in the central United States.
Readable programs list United States Marine Band under William H Janselmann at the marine barracks and United States Soldiers Home Hand Emil A Fenstad at the Soldiers Home bandstand. The schedules include marches overtures waltzes and selections by Bach and Mason with titles such as The Thunderer The Star Spangled Banner and Nearer My God to Thee.
A chaotic clump of notes cites CHY BULLETINS and a psychological drama titled A Soul's Tempest at the Virginia Theater. It lists a flower store, carpet cleaning, ice cream, fresh fruits, and a classified guide urging readers to use Post Want Ads for free results.
Memorial services were conducted yesterday afternoon by the Legion of Loyal Women at their hall on Tenth Street North in memory of Mrs. Laura Mattan, Mrs. Alta B. Chipp, Mrs. Catherine Bollinger, Mrs. Electa Smyth, and Mrs. Electa Abbott. Wrisley Brown, based in London as a special attorney for the Department of Justice, is in London examining aspects of the First Second National Bank of Pittsburgh receivership case, including the bank’s extract time official Faith and Breaks His Arm. Curtis Hudson, 42, a government printing office steamfil mer from Chrys dale, Va., fell from a scaffold, fracturing his right arm and was taken to Emergency Hospital.
At 12 noon a fire at 510 North Street Northwest occupied by George F Budd Company caused only range fire with no damage. Also at 12 noon a blaze at 28 A Street Southeast tied to Property National Lead Company caused no damage. At 6 p m a fire at 6 M Street occupied by Clifton Herbert caused 10 damage with unknown cause.
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