Mothers Day Observance Promoted by National Notice
The House recognized Mothers Day with a resolution urging President and officials to wear white carnations as a sign of reverence. Originating in Philadelphia in 1908, the day is observed nationwide with church services and public events, including a noted ceremony at Cavalry Methodist and a Y M C A gathering in Washington.
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Jonn_T. Ensor
Presbyterian Church of the Covenant
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G Street
P. P. Claxton
United States Commissioner of Education
Frank B. Wills
Onlo
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Willis
Columbia Heights Citizens’ Association
Columbia Heights
Shiloh Baptist Church
Abe
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Flowers as a divine smile in earthly gardens
A Washington Post verse by George Baber from The Farragut May 6 191% extols flowers as God given symbols of peace goodness and love. It reflects on their brightness hope and the Christian belief in renewal and resurrection in heaven.
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George Baber
Modest dress in Washington public schools officials say
Officials from Washington public schools state girls in city schools dress modestly. They dispute fashion trends like slit skirts, noting no trouble and praising students as sensible. Principals Dunn Parke and others defend discretion and caution against conspicuous attire.
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Los Angeles Polytechnic High School
Leontias Parke
Mise
John Ormond Wilson Normal Scnool
Emory Wilson
Central
Allan Davis
Business High School
Washington
Golden Jubilee of Hades and Edmond Blanc's Rise
A fragmented 19th century profile traces Edmond Blanc, Monte Carlo financier and head of a vast gambling empire, his political corruption scandal in France, and social ties to Parisian and royal circles. The piece contrasts Blanc’s wealth with public distrust, recounting a troubled career from election invalidation to elite banquets, plus a brief note on a Springfield pastor visit and other local items.
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