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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1913
Page
12
Woodward & Lothrop markets in New York Washington and Paris showcase men’s summer suits in fine fabrics with extensive patterns. Norfolk and English sack styles alongside American cuts are offered at 15 and 25 dollars, plus coats trousers and khaki items priced from 75 cents to several dollars.
Blue serge suits for boys priced from 1.00 to 6.00 featuring true wool, fade resistant blue, durable fit and a range of Norfolk belted and plain styles. Wash suits and rus sian sailor models offered, plus belts, rompers, underwaists, pajamas, and straw hats in multiple colors and sizes 8 to 18.
Gloves for the season appear in white natural and fashion tones. A range includes chamoisette lisle thread and silk gloves in white natural black tan gray with prices from 50c to 1.25 per pair. Main floor center offers 16 button lengths and two clasp styles.
A catalog listing Misses Lingerie Dresses in multiple fabrics and trims. Prices 10.00 16.00 16.60 and 25.00. Styles range from simple graduation wear to one of a kind effects with lace, insertions, and hand embroidery. Third floor G street.
New swimming and bathing clothes arrive in the men’s shop for early vacation and outing planning. Ground colors and refined stripings show skilled finish, with suits of high grade at moderate prices from $3.00 upward. Main floor New Building.
A grocery circular notes Naboth grape juice at 35 cents per quart, three for $3.00, with sterilized bottling to preserve flavor. Colonial Flour sold below regular price in sacks and in wood barrels. Harbor Front California lemons and assorted canned goods offered at special prices. Ungraded asparagus and currant jelly promoted. Our Special Blend Coffee priced at 28 cents per pound.
Prominent London hostess Mrs Rexford Parsons sparked a society stir by warning guests at a Ritz Carlton ball that the Cassano Orchestra would stop if any transatlantic dances were attempted. Uriel Davis arrived for turkey trot social rounds. Florence Ziegler may allocate her $16 million estate to aid poor children if she wins a suit against her brother. Prince Albert chose tennis at Halifax over a government visit amid crowds hoping for a glimpse. Marriage plans for Mrs Huger Fratt and Prince Arsene Karageorgevitch move to Florence for a Greek ceremony. The Crown Prince and Princess of Sweden and various royals attended Covent Garden as Melba appeared in La Boheme. Army Relief Garden party at Governors Island drew strong attendance, with Maj Gen Barry and Mrs. Barry hosting. several notable benefactors contributed.
Amid steady rain the White House hosted three Friday afternoon receptions for President Wilson and Mrs. Wilson. Hundreds attended as the Marine Band played and state rooms overflowed with guests including diplomats, congressmen, and naval attaches while the First Daughters appeared in elegant gowns and the host couple greeted attendees.
The marriage of Miss OGorman daughter of Senator and Mrs OGorman to Mr John A Maher of New York takes place today at the Church of St Ignatius Loyola. Guests include many officials and diplomats with a reception and Army drills under rain and tents.
Mrs Wilson received the male Welsh singers yesterday afternoon in the east room at 8 pm. They gave a short program. Mr William F Hitt hosted a dance at the Country Club last night with about 980 guests. A small dinner preceded the event. Mr and Mrs Preston Gibson hosted an informal dinner for Sir Wilfred and Lady Aubry Peet Aubry.
Lingering social notes from Washington recount dinners and teas for Porto Rico deputies including Jose de Diego and Martin Travieso, plus numerous receptions at the Shoreham, Navy Yard, and Congressional Club. Attendees include Mrs de Diego, Mrs Borland, Mrs Taylor, and Mrs Travieso among others with multiple host evenings and plans through June.
The will of George Gibson, publisher, dated May 6, offered for probate. Executor Union Trust Company to pay sister Mary Gibson of Oakville Ontario 50 on March 25 and Christmas each year for life, and monthly to his son William Young Gibson. Daughters Flora Menamin Gibson and Mrs James Glud share the remainder. Property in Pennsylvania to be managed per the will with legacies to daughters and son.
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