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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Mar 05, 1917
Page
9
A local report details a hoax case in which a woman impersonates a spouse to gain access to a residence. The incident involves misrepresentation linked to the complainant and alleged deception within a domestic setting. Investigations are underway.
A late session hoax misled members and galleries as Jeanette Rankin, Montana’s first woman elected to Congress, was hailed but did not appear. Mrs Edmonds played the welcome role, igniting cheers and a rising surge of handshakes and singing as the House adjourned.
The House closes its session with tributes to leaders and a formal farewell. Mrs. Kincheloe led a Dixie chorus as New York National Guardsmen arrived on the floor. The chamber paid homage to Representative Hinds and reflected on duty, with Kitchin and others blaming the Senate for any late government embarrassments. Cannon presided as the session ended.
One thousand women from many states march in the inaugural parade led by Mrs Stoner and including suffrage workers Federal employees Girl Scouts and other women's groups The largest contingent comes from the bureau of engraving and printing with about 400 of 806 employees expected to march Other notable marchers include Mrs George Bass Mrs Mary Kesley and Mrs James G Patitte Utah participants Stella Snell and Tyda Bohannan travel to Washington to join Utah section Wear Utah state badge
Amid applause Speaker Clark welcomed Representative Cannon to preside and praised the House as less partisan. Cannon noted changes since his first term and paid tribute to General Sherwood. The article also outlines a large parade by women groups in uniform-like attire, including the Women's Trade Union League of Baltimore and Girl Scouts, with flags and a ceremonial hammer carrying “We Did It.” Also mentions Tom and Roger missing, Hiram not coming, and Rog ar Sullivan arrival hopes, plus Governor Johnson’s ongoing term and California politics.
A Washington DC wife, once severely ill with gastric trouble, weight loss, and nervous symptoms after a stomach operation, reports dramatic improvement after taking Dreco. Her weight rose from 127 to 149 pounds, sleep improved, dizziness and eye spots disappeared, and appetite returned. She credits Dreco and notes it is sold by O Donnel Drug Stores in Alexandria and nearby Carter.
Secretary Baker and Gen. Scott observed Culver Military Academy cadets drill in heavy rain on the White House grounds and nearby boulevards. Infantry maneuvered on the Ellipse, followed by the black horse cavalry. An accident nearly occurred when the cavalry standard bearer nearly toppled but recovered. Both officials praised the Culver cadets' military bearing despite slick streets.
The article notes three cabinet changes during Wilson's first term, with McReynolds moving from Attorney General to Supreme Court associate justice and Gregory replacing him. Garrison resigns as War Secretary, with Baker and Lensing taking War and State posts. Otherはい remain: McAdoo in Treasury, Burleson Postmaster, Daniels Navy, Lane Interior, Houston Agriculture, Redfield Commerce, Wilson Labor.
Rev Dr Harle Wilffey urged unity behind the President at Vermont Avenue Christian Church. He reviewed America’s history and discussed preparedness, ending with a plea for broad support as flags and palms decorated the service and moving pictures highlighted government phases. Congregation sang America.
Thirteen cadets from Chick Springs arrived in Washington for an inaugural parade. The Chick Springs group, equal in prominence to West Point and Annapolis, are quartered at the Oxgora hotel.
A peculiar barroom tale from Washington describes a stranger requesting a “Sheppard” and singing “How Dry I Am” to flavor a cocktail. The recipe given includes senser, three tablespoons sugar, one egg white, and two dashes of bitters, shaken and sung to activate the effects.
Washington’s government printing office dazzles with patriotic lighting. A 15 by 10 1/2 foot map of the United States centers a 23 by 40 foot outline of the President, framed by red white and blue lamps. Over 3,000 lamps illuminate the building designed by Supt. W Fr Mets.
In Lansing at the Capitol in the morning and at home with family in the afternoon, Cabinet members of the new Wilson administration spent the day resting after a strenuous close to the prior term. Most attended the Capitol, hosting house guests and attending receptions amid rain and limited park activity.
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