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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1912
Page
12
The text praises a fashionable chiffon called Tink for its waterspot proof quality and pure dye. It notes lengthy experiments produced the silk with light weight and distinct weave, claiming superior excellence and quick popularity among patrons while inviting more acquaintances to try it.
New and effective summer cotton fabrics showcase borderered materials with voile batistes ginghams and checked patterns. Wide 27 to 50 inch selections include mercerized poplin and durbar cloth for coats and dresses in shades from pink blue lavender and tan. Yard prices start at 25c with durable no iron fabrics for house and children’s wear.
The Secretary of the Navy and Mrs. George Mayer travel from Washington to Newport News to witness the launching of the Texas aboard the Mayflower. A large party including Miss Helen Taft and other notables accompany them as dignitaries attend ceremonies and related social events in the capital.
Mrs Thomas A Edison and Miss ilson arrive today to attend the Dolly Madison breakfast in Washington and will stop at the Grafton. Miss Frances Stockwell, cousin of Mrs Champ Clark, will also arrive for the event. Representative and Mrs William G Sherp will host guests F J Borrell of Elyria Cho and Mrs JA Myers arriving tomorrow. Out-of-town guests include Mrs Anne Hamilton Pitzer of Colorado Springs, sister of Mrs Champ Clark, arriving tomorrow for the event and staying until after the Semp ratio national convention in Baltimore. Mrs Pitzer is accredited to the convention by Colorado and will vote.
Reports on social figures and events in Washington society. Sidelines cover Mrs Clark and handbag fashion, Rembrandt purchases, Mrs Emmett O Neal on suffrage, Miss Alice Longfellow's Mount Vernon visits, and the Judsons advancing Great National Road memory. Also notes on Viscountess d Ary fashion and Cincinnati politics chatter.
The news notes the best man will be Mr. George Cornwallis West for his brother’s wedding set for June 19. England relatives will be unable to attend. The article also covers the Prince of Wales plans after Mediterranean maneuvers and forthcoming movements through June to October. Mr. and Mrs. William Lawrence Brease travel to New York for Mrs Gustav Amainck’s marriage to Mr Hamilton Fish, parent of Mrs Brease, with arrangements to be finalized in early June. The couple will vacation at Villa Amsinck in Bellagio, Italy during summer.
Chicago reports the death of Mrs. Frank J Mackey at her London home after an illness of two months. Wife of polo player and millionaire broker, she was a leading figure among London society teachers.
Dr T J Allen cites sources arguing humans should not eat meat more than once daily and recommends a mixed vegetarian diet. He references Huxley and comparative anatomy noting similarities between humans and anthropoid apes and their plant based feeding.
A correspondent asks if a man should marry a girl ten years younger, arguing that age is a temperament matter. The writer cautions against marrying a girl under 18, noting immaturity and unclear life goals. He notes many risks and emphasizes emotional maturity and genuine compatibility over mere settling down.
Feature profiles Mra. Henrietta M. King claimed as the world’s largest woman landowner with 1,260,000 acres in the lower gulf coast of Texas, rivaled by Mrs Adair near Clarendon with over 1,000,000 acres. Also reviews late spring jewelry fashions with platinum lace ornaments, colored gems, and emeralds, plus practical tips for gloves and a light domestic recipe column.
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