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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Jun 18, 1914

Page

3

Schools Close Amid Graduation and Public Celebrations

A chaotic end of year notices Yeac Ju5 Closed says to have ceased dispatches for Disiet's Purl Bdu system-Commencement at James Ormond Watson Normel Third Division Graduation also. Waya and girls completed the course and earned diplomas as the community plans parks, public events, and a district-wide celebration, with students and faculty praised for their efforts and a public address by Mr Blair Wor Tymrtion.

Yeac Bae Disiet James Ormond Watson Waya Palaely Granhalen Che Mereet Narmal Bobo Ernest L Edna Bixon Wellense Daley Blair Rey Patsa Audre Ny Ind

Scholashte Debt at Graduation Sparks School Notices

Fragmented OCR describes a school event where graduates face a debt issue tied to items named Scholashte. The text references Carolinn Hares meir, superintendent changes, and various names and schools, indicating a local educational notice about financial or disciplinary matters affecting seniors and staff.

Noted Society Beauty Divorces Husband in Philadelphia

Mrs William E Carter of Philadelphia secures divorce from millionaire husband amid public intrigue. The couple separated after a turbulent marriage marked by a high profile social life. Amid rumors the pair had fled with their two children from the sinking Titanic, they endured a sensational period in postwar society. The report notes their estrangement following the Helms and Ismay associations.

William E. Carter Phildélphia

Gorgas Receives Doctor of Science at Princeton

The 267th Princeton University commencement honored Surgeon General Gorgas with a Doctor of Science degree. Confederate veteran Daley Avery, of Avery’s Island Louisiana, received a bachelor of arts degree after a long delay, marking a historic moment as he stood with a gray-haired profile before the audience.

Sparkes Princeton Jane W Princeton University Wass Almander Hall John Grier Tsbhan Daley Avery Avery Averys Island Gorgas Wrray John W Boatts Jmhn Carpegie Institute Pittsburgh Albert Constatte Maryland Wrothy Coleacst Ution John Williams White Harvard University

Graduated After 29 Years as Agnostic Student Earns Degree

North faced suspension for refusing chapel attendance at the University of Illinois during the eighties. After years of study and a court case, President Edmund F James intervened, urging the university to grant the bachelor of science degree to the agnostic student, who finally completed his program and received the degree.

Limors Chumpatza University of Ilinois Jesias Nort Selima Pontoay North Atu Sreu Edmund F James Noths Chicago University Norths

Penns Graduates Hear Jean Jusserand Oration

At the University of Pennsylvania eight commencement Jean I Jusserand French Ambassador served as speaker praising Vimice’s educational progress. He urged restraint in language, cautioned against exaggeration and sensationalism, and advised graduates to avoid big words that mask meaning. No honorary degrees were listed as conferred.

Pennsylvania Philadelphia Lyngee Bas Yolay Cellye University of Pennsylvania Jean I Jusserand M Jnster

Naval inspection of battalion reports mixed results

A naval battalion inspection in the District of Columbia, first since the naval act passage, was conducted in Naval Flats with Lieut Delana presiding. Four companies showed favorable drill and discipline under officers Commander J Demph, Dr Frederick Mearhart, and several lieutenants and ensigns, though some details remain unclear due to damaged text.

Ie Manuel Naval District of Columbia Naval Flats Water Navy Department United States Army Lieut Delana USN J Demph Frederick Mearhart J & Johns Neutenant CMM Sothern uUeutenant Walter Wo Gusa Leutenant Walter Wo Burns Heutenant Bob Getsinzer Frank Satronner Frederick Mudge Willam Fo Hoefé Ensign Parl Thompson Parl Thompson Energo Hole Crawford En- Vann W. Wheaties

Catholic University Commencement Honors 126 Graduates

Former U.S. Minister to Spain Tannis Taylor addressed 126 graduates at the twentieth annual commencement. He praised civilization's advances through nations maintaining high standards and lauded the Catholic University as a hallmark of national prestige. The ceremony saw many degrees conferred across theology, law, arts, science, architecture, and philosophy, with numerous clergy and affiliated seminarians listed among the graduates.

U. S Spain Cuthalla University Wee Tannis Taylor United States Ir Tay- Joy Ppeaier Aleady Nalsonal Apostolic Delcwati Bonzano College of Thentogys Sacred Theology College of Law

Fragmented academic theses on religious sisters and education

A garbled OCR passage lists dissertations and theses by and about Sisters of Mercy, Providence, St Benedict, and related educational themes. Topics include development of thought, Wordsworth, educational principles, and gender studies, with numerous names such as Sister Mary de le Balle, Sister Renae Clare, Sister St Aloyse, Miss Mary Agnes Gannon, and others.

Bachélor of Arts Sisters of St Benedict Joseph Sistérs of Charity Siater Mary Clementine Mary Gervage Mary Hogaila Sisters of Charity of the Blessed Virgin Mars Mary Lamberta Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word Mary Amazins Sisters of Divine Science Mary Andres Mary Ayaln Ida Catharine Sisters of St.Dom Inic Mary Alma Siaters St Francis Marie Antoinette Constantia de Paral Gray Nuns of the Cross Mary Imelda Sisters of the Holy Humility of Mary Mary Bernardine Sleers St Joseph Mary Eanille Hose of Lima Sisters of St Mary Aloyala Mary Catharine Mary Louse Sisters of Mercy Mary Pierre Mary Heging Mary Rose Dominica Serventa Immaculate Heart of Meri Maria Alma Maria Concepta Ursuline Nune Mary Bernard Hildegard Mary Magdalen Mary Daul Sisters of Charity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Mary Bassiine Mary Crescentia Mary Regina Christ Sisters of Charity of the Burve- Une Sisters of BE ‘Joespe Plaierary Sauize Eae Iesters of Mercy Siater Mary de le Balle Mary Waletin Sisters of Providence Renae Clare Wordsworth St. Aloyse Tea Gertydon St John de Vn Frances Helen Enélon Baguy Slater Mary Genevieve Mary Tenatn Te Nelon Mary Les Mary Agnes Gannon The Mary Katherine

Degree Given Daniels Points to Gen Robert E Lee

Secretary Daniels received the honorary Doctor of Letters at Washington and Lee University’s commencement urging graduates to emulate Gen Robert E Lee. He praised Lee’s statesmanship and duty, saying the South should adopt Lee’s spirit, while detailing cadet honors at the Virginia Military Institute and the day’s other ceremonies.

Washingui Washington and Lee University Eoington Ya Sosephus Daniel Navy Daniel Robert H Len Srereysares Aga Univerity South Robert E Lee Secretars of the Navy Daniele Lee Washington Daniels Ina Waleh Appo- Mattox Soura Seoctary Daniele Corps of Cadets Virginia Military Institute Flo

Growth at Virginia Univ Surges Over a Decade

June 17 Charlottesville. Commencement at the University of Virginia highlights rapid expansion under President Alderman. Dean Page notes enrollment rose from 662 in 1904 to 1028 this term, faculty numbers up, scholarships growing, and construction funds rising. He also cites potential $40,000 for a new pathology lab and reports graduates in nursing from the university hospital with several named individuals.

Charlottteville University of Virginia James March Page Pawin Ja Alderman IPM Uilveresty Alderman Pagee Callons Migs Emma Louise Garnett Charlottesville Annie Teyburn Wilton Wasnesboro Mica Izareth Louise Brown Profit Ruby Tontaine Davia Enon Rosie Richard Ann Slaighter Lynchburg Mise Dorothy Beryl Stranger Guernsey

Mount Vernon Visit Reveals Proposed Boulevard Route

A Chamber of Commerce and Board of Trade committee will tour the Mt Vernon Boulevard route today. Members from Alexandria and surrounding counties join the excursion to study topography and road conditions, with a return via the Washington Mt Vernon route.

Chamber of Commerce Board of Trade Mt Vernon Andrews H C Silles Fred C Hendy Meltzérott James F Oys Roy Tudga G Henderson Eaward J Murphy Alexandria Mexandria Chamber of Commerce Omen Alekandia Palifax

Tribute to American Valor at Arlington Funeral

A 1914 War Department letter from Henry Breckinridge defends ordering Confederate soldiers honored with official salutes at Arlington National Cemetery. The note argues reconciliation after decades of Blue and Gray conflict, praising valor and urging peace over vengeance. John A Joyce publishes the exchange in Washington.

Eeury Breckinrides Arlington National Cemetery Yaet Breckinridge John A’ Joych Henry Breckinridge

Roosevelt Defends Dayton Letter and Impeachment Defense

Roosevelt defends Dayton in a public letter to Judge A G Dayton of the United States district court. The document reveals the defense plan to address charges tied to Representative Neely and the Jackson case. Roosevelt asserts Dayton acted without solicitation and followed conscience in the matter. The defense will be submitted with affidavits from those named in the impeachment charges.

Gratton W Va Theodore Rooasvelt A G Dayton United States District Court Arthur Dayton Dayton Neely New York Cal Roosevelt Europa Jackson Department of Guests Theodore Roosevelt Wayt

Argentine Envoy Honored At Yale University Commencement

New Haven Conn June 13 Argentine envoy Dronnlo Naon received an honorary Doctor of Laws from Yale University at the commencement. Other honorees included Charles Franklin Crate Miss Mary Eno Woulles Joan Kimberly Beach and Prof W Taft. Taft praised mediation progress. Naon thanked negotiators and noted steps strengthen Argentina United States amity.

New Haven Yule University William Crawford Gorgas Tanama Canal Romulé Naon Argen Gre Binster United States Charles Franklin Crate Johns Hopkins University Mary Eno Woulles Mount Holyoke College Joan Kinberly Beach Connecticut Supreme Court Tomalhi Hadley W Oh Taft Taft Yale Miself Mt Naen Uhe Argentina Buenos Aires Tuiay Dronnlo Naen Churchill McCall Medford Masaime Winston Churen Aiaveiet Busruello McCall Massachudetts Tom Tufts Cole Ile

RECOMMENDS SCHOOL HEAD FOR WASHINGTON U VACANCY

Dr Lawrence C Mull of Detroit Michigan has been recommended by the President for the presidency of the University of Washington. Mull has associations with the Detroit Aich and Michigan institutions, and his selection was disclosed after the President’s letter.

Hull Washington University Beattie Lawrence C Mull Detroit Tniversity of Washington Bestar Palttechnic Institute Io Michigan Military Academy Thomas Kane University Aich Lawrence Presdent University of Washington

Twenty two election officers sentenced in New York case

Twenty two election officials were sentenced today for frauds in the special constitutional convention amendment election in the Twelfth assembly district. Six of them, impersonators, were sent to the penitentiary for six months. The others, inspectors and poll and ballot clerks, were fined $190 each.

New York

Dancing at Chevy Chase Lake Popular with Patrons

Patrons at Chevy Chase Lake improved in modern fashionable dances aided by demonstrations from Prof Robey and his partner. Since the professionals began, the pavilion has grown more popular with graceful couples adjourning to the polished floor to the entertained by the Marne Rgnd Orchestra.

Prof Robey Chevy Chase Lake Ridmar Marne Rgnd

Wilson's Labor Plan at College Commencement

Secretary of Labor William B Wilson received a Doctor of Laws from Maryland Agricultural College in College Park. He urged education to resolve capital and labor disputes, opposed compulsory arbitration, and highlighted new college divisions and faculty promotions announced by President Patterson.

Maryland Agricultural Students Speain Washington J W Green JB Sore J Alumni Association EL Johnson W Deeley BC Williama Inc E P Williams B Gray Jr Anne K Geddurl RC Towles Issac Lobe Strauss Willim Pinkney Wre Grey Jr Dhetrogress Roc Wiliams Serge J Maj Richard Dale Patterson Prat T GEF Walcote

Inventor's Daughter Weds at Edison Home in Orange Park

Madeline Kadisan daughter of the inventor wed John Dse Sloane son of Mr and Mrs T O Canma Slogsne of Orange. The ceremony took place at the Edison home in Liewellyn Park Orange. Rev James F Moone of Seton Hall College officiated. The cousins of the bride served as maids of honor.

John Eyre Sloane Misa Madeline Kadisan John Dse Sloane Orange Edison Liewellyn Park James F Moone Seton Hall College

Georgetown Glass Dinner Celebrates 25th Anniversary Plan

Georgetown law class of 1892 gathered at the University Club after exercises to mark their twenty fifth anniversary in 1917. Nearly 10 graduates attended the dinner with out of town members and a large class photo displayed. Letters from members abroad were read as stories and reminiscences sparked amusement. Charles Basip presided with toasts by Thomas Huyck and music, while plans were made to meet again next year for a big reunion.

Georgecoyn Law University Club Crase Leitess Daniel W Bener Ralph F Barnard Charles E Beyly Walter A Boston Peter Lo New York Edgar T Gaddis George Thomas Bo Huyck Charles Kempail Charles Akiam Johi Lesnard Jompk McGarr Arthur Wrisht Jewell Minsis Willam F Bisley Conrad Kiebb Oregon Bexment Col Wiliam Horton Frank Trenholm Jerruean Town Samusi Bolgrick Thomas B Hiyek

National Theaters Offer Double Bill and Wide Range of Plays

The National Theater opens with a double bill featuring Cavalleria Rusticana and Hansel and Gretel performed by the Aborn English Grand Opera Company. Cast includes Bedrin Helena, Giuseppe Agostini, and many others. Next week Columbus and Calumet stages showcase The Rainbow and other entertainments at the Columbus Theater and Colum bua Players. Glen Echo Park plans band concerts and cinema. Garden offers One of Our Girls and other attractions as schedules promise crowded showings and varied offerings through the coming week.

Mary Carson Philip Fishe Avorn Washington Mat Jecces Columbu Ahe ‘Lyomas Ja Calumna Theater Henry Moller Mr Miller Neall Sumner Ales | Huth Chatterton Suaifer Air Ven Buren Mr Willer Miss Ber Miss Chatterton Tainty Rettings Columbus Glen Echo Park Glen Echo Pack Joest Gien Echo Gardan Bronson Howard Hazel Demet Frohman Fampus Players Company Mona Matiad Richard Harding Davis Wesnesday Drury Lane Neasona Conan Dosle

Hospital site sought funding climbs to thirty five thousand six hundred years

Alexandria hospital fund drive reports progress with committees selecting a site and preparing plans. Mayor Fisher criticizes police conduct after hearings. A city council pledge boosts total toward the $50,000 goal as volunteers push fundraising and public support.

Fisher

Wins Royal Hunt Cup at Acotrake mist race

Landgal Tune 1 led the field as Ren Wdny won the Royal Hunt Cup in a crisp finish. Braxieh placed second and Honeywsed came in third with a field of runners. Mei Mabosei set a distance mark in yards as the event carried a $250 purse and a $7 sweepstake.

Ren Wdny Braxieh Mei Mabosei Hoo Earh

Argentine Keeps Warships Amid Political Standoff

The Buenos Aires press reports the government opposing seizure of warships and detaining ships Savagia and Moreno. Newspapers like La Saran en Son Préisp praise the governor’s stance while opposition voices claim danger to national defense and order.

Buenos Aires N&idanent Sfetnuae Boternment Debares Su Grspueilion Dattleenips Sagavia Moreno la Saran En Son Préisp

Excursions to Moonlight Dances and Boating Trips

Readable fragments describe popular moonlight excursions with dancing and boating trips near Colonial Beach. Mentions schedules on Saturdays Sundays and holiday weekends with transportation details and event timings.

Indias Hyadere

Baltimore Markets Amid Confusing OCR Fragments

Fragmented shopping items and prices appear in a garbled Baltimore markets OCR. The text lists various goods, weights, prices, and vendors with numerous misreads and missing context, indicating a crowded market page with incomplete entries.

New York Grain Market Shows Mixed Fall in Prices

Trading data indicate weaker spot and futures for winter wheat and soybeans, with limited demand and uneven shipments. Prices for nearby grain futures drifted as market participants weighed export prospects and domestic demand against storage costs.

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