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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

May 09, 1915

Page

4

Wedded Fifty Years in Washington Retirements Recalled

Mr and Mrs Theodore Friebus of 1439 Abstract Northwest celebrate their fiftieth wedding anniversary at the Harritt. Mrs Friebus born in Washington and lived here all her life. Mr Friebus came in 1854 and later worked with Dlagett Newton Mey Co before civil war service. Both have long ties to Masons and local civic groups and two children with three grandchildren.

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Judges to Be Guests of Bar at Chesapeake Beach Dinner

District bar plans annual outing with a patriotic "made United States" dinner at Chesapeake Beach next Saturday. Prof. Maurice A. Joyce will present athletic events and novel stunts. Executive committee includes William Meyer Lewin and Alexander H. Bell. over 30 bench members expected, courts to adjourn for the day.

Chesapeake Beach United States Maurice “A. Joyce William Meyer Lewin District Bar Association Alexander H. Bell James B.archer David A. Baer Ralph Banard Charles H. Bates Edmund Bra I Walter Brandenburg Joseph A. Burkart Justin M. Chamberlain Ann C. Clark Michael J. .Colbert Levi Coone Charles D. Davia H. Prescott Gatley Peyton Gordon Leo P. Harlow Samuel Herrick David N. Houston Guy H. Johnson Harry F. Kennedy Edward 8. Kimball John A. Kratz Stanton C

Charity Ball for Washington Home Helps Destitute Children

The Washington Emergency and Receiving Home for destitute children in Barcroft Virginia, about a year old and now housing 40 children, is run by Rev Dr Patrick Murphy of St Michael's and All Angels. Superintendent Mrs A S Barringer and house mother Mrs E T H Bayley lead volunteers who fundraise quietly through entertainments and gifts from friends. A furfman's charity ball at Raleigh on Tuesday aims to raise money for bare necessities, with patronesses including Mrs Alert Burleson and Mrs Roland Cotton-Smith among others. Exhibition dances, sales, songs, and other features will accompany the event. The home recently took in two deserted children after their mother abandoned them and their father died, illustrating the ongoing need for aid.

Washington L Barcroft Patrick Murphy St.’ Michael's and All Angels Furfman Raleigh, Nant Euch Murphy Sants Antony Alert Burleson Genggal Roland Cotton- Smith CanBine Smith St. Margaret’s Church George Fiske Dudley St. “Stephen's Stetson Fralley Summer Gist Blair Willam Jennings Bryan Stiison Hutching Miasi Douglas

Flowers and Decorations A Guide for Weddings

A guide titled Flowers and Decorations offers advice on floral choices for weddings and commencements. It notes arrangements, color schemes, and display ideas, with a focus on tasteful decor and appropriate selections for formal ceremonies.

Love and Gold: A Rage at Home Ends in Broken Vows

A man deserts his wife after two years of waiting while he pursues wealth in Alaska. He writes three letters that dash the lovers’ hopes and reveal his vow to stay faithful only in spirit, leaving the spouse to cope with betrayal and loss.

Alaska

Alaska to Chicago affair ends in tragedy

Mrs. Gabriel Loeffler awaits news from her Alaska husband who vanished to mine gold. At a party Kellner asks her to end her wait and marry him. After a confrontation he shoots, then kills himself. Loeffler is wounded with slim chance of recovery. The incident unfolds amid city social notices and upcoming club openings.

Alaska Kellner Chicago

Junior Order of American Men Banks Grow in Members

The Thomas Jefferson Council Jr O U A M reports five new members at the last meeting four by initiation and one by transfer. Finances are sound with all bills paid and a surplus. Membership now 102 with goal of a full company for parade and future activities supported by Daughters of the Party in the near future. The drill team shows excellent practice and the rank is popular among younger members.

Thomas Jefferson Council, Jr. O. U. A.M Cotmeil Anh Daughters of Te Party Cou America

District records 197 fires in April report

Chief Frank J. Wagner’s April fire report shows 197 district fires causing an estimated loss of 34139. Insurance coverage totaled 377,580 across damaged buildings. Most fires hit fortex and frame structures, with seven automobiles, one street car and a bridge burning. Fire escape law inspections nearing completion with few noncompliant buildings and owner notices issued.

Frank J. Wagner Fire ‘Department

Receiving into Sodality at Georgetown University

The annual reception for candidates into the sodality of the Blessed Virgin Mary for Georgetown University professional schools will be held at 4 PM in Dahlgren Chapel with Archbishop John Bonzand presiding. Rev. Walter Rum S.J. of Dodstock College will deliver the sermon. About 300 from medical and dental departments are to join 150 postulants.

Man sues Terminal Taxi Co in 1915 personal injury case

George Delfas filed in district court for 2500 dollars claiming a taxi collision in February 1915 near North Capitol Street caused his buggy to crash after a stearn engine scare. He alleges severe injuries to head and body while driving a buggy. Attorneys listed include W. Baker, Gittings, and Robert E. Mattin.

George Delfas Terminal Taxtéad Company Stearn Gines

Goodyear Tires Claim Superior Value and Durability

The article promotes Goodyear tires noting they resist mishaps better, with five exclusive fortified features including anti skid tread and rim protection. It cites long term tests across five million tires, claims leading mileage and fewer tire bills, and announces a 45 percent price reduction on February 1.

Goodyears

Fumes Overcome Lodger After Jet Fuel Incident

Miss Helen Cummings, a lodger at 311 CO Street NW, was found unconscious in her room Friday night by occupants of the Young Women’s Christian Home. She was revived at Emergency Hospital after pulmotor treatment by Ham L. Kelly and is believed to recover. Little is known of Mrs. Cummings’ background. she had only been in town a few days. It is believed she, attempting to turn out the light, accidentally activated a jet device.

Helen Cummings Young “Women's Christian Hoerrt CO Street Waa Fouta Ham L. Kelly Cumin

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