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Newspaper

Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Nov 26, 1914

Page

6

Clothing Drive Aims to Aid City Poor

A local charity organized by the Nevlewern tor reports efforts to collect and distribute clothing to the city’s needy. Despite unclear OCR, the event lists organizers including Mrs Perry, Mrs Wonderland, and Mrs Thomas Dasogthouserer guiding volunteers to compile and deliver garments to those in need.

Nevlewern Tor Charis Tee Meigs Esaraeens Matheas Perry Asongkh Prost Airs Vier Wonderland Anne Aho I Thomas Dasogthouserer Jtrs Maoctrous

Walcott Heads Institute and Elects Leadership

The Washington Scenty of the Ar siege and Ammercea era discuss election results. Mr Butler, Dr Charles D Walcott, and a slate including Miss Mabel Hoard and Mitchew Carrell are named in leadership roles. New life and annual members are listed alongside executive committee appointees.

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Site for High School 150000 Available for Land

The board of education selected East Capitol Street site for a new Hastern Haigh School building. Congress allocated 156000 for site purchases. An construction appropriation was discussed with District officials and school leaders Papresented before the House appropriations committee.

East Capitol Street Seventeenth B Street Board of Education Hastern Haigh School Congress Board Fee Education Distriict Henry F. Blair Ways, and Means Blair Appropriations Committee of the House Ernest L. Thurston Stephen Kramer

Deaths Reported From City Hospitals and Cemeteries

A list of deaths including George W Warmer 85 at hospital 1 month. Mary J Ror 47. Peter Lome 63. Charles Carroll 43. Mary Bryant 47. Walter Honelpy 1999. Sameel Chambers 20. Alexander Earmann 1t years. and others aged from 8 to 85. Locations include Freedmen Hospital Casualty Hospital and Galinger Hospital with adjoined addresses in ne nw and 19th street.

George W. Warmer Fearn Lichen Stevera Gatheld Uosmtal Towepti Masa Ty Suldieca Teme E Walter Honelpy Vdwanl Findley Proppedayve Amonbas Shirles Lulate Reddick Freedahs Hteprial

Births Reported In Local Family Ledger

Birth announcements list Alesander Co and Mable Thompson with a girl. More entries include Helwant A and Frames Ho Sanderson with a girl and Jobo A. and Magdalene T. Moreland with a son. Many lines show garbled names and multiple entries for infants and parents.

Alesander Co Mable Thompson Eritz Ta Anna M. Sandaz Ciel Helwant Ho Sanderson A‘harles HH Mmf Eliabeth B. Hooft Jury Tegry W Morence K. Poundabecer Horta Jose Satna Jobo A Magdalene T. Moreland Ich Dievid K Ebde J. Leaman Demi KR Mary C. Jacobs Fos Filgar C Atherine Apiphel Wr Murle Bawle Merleant Aue Tasloc Girl Sobers Maggie Rprlegs Bop Jano Fl Leia M. Latinsoi Soloman Talian Murton Augustua Cuma I

Thanksgiving Day Origins and Early Observance in New England

The piece traces Thanksgiving dates from 1621 in New England, noting Pilgrims’ harvest gratitude, the first annual observance in 1623, and varying colonial practices. It highlights Puritan roots, Revolutionary timing, and Sarah Josepha Hale’s 19th century campaign establishing the national holiday on the last Thursday in November.

New England New Country New Congress Washington Philadelphia Sarah Joseph Hare Sradey Lunton Hed

Bible Conference Links Bible Stories to Discovery and Morality

At the World's Bible Conference in Chicago, scholars argued that Bible stories are supported by new discoveries and Moses shaped ancient law and nationhood. Dr. Cobern praised Moses as a lawgiver and national founder while Dr. Williams denounced German critics. Dr. Gunsaulus warned of modern risks to faith as Europe ends, urging renewed church vigor and personal evangelism.

S. B. Williams Gunsaulus Chicago First Congregationals de Prank Qiunsaulus Armour Institute Hi- Cage 8 . Williams Ir. S. Gordon New York City Jank N. Palmer Winona Ind Camden Cobern Dor Williams Germany Gunsaulas Gordon Palmer

Orphans' Home Dedicated with Praise for Sister Sarah

The new St. John's orphanage at Twentieth and F streets north west was formally dedicated. Rev. Roland Cotton Smith praised Sister Sarah, founder of the old orphanage, as donors pledged 45,000 of the 57,000 cost. The building includes dining, kitchens, chapel, sewing and play rooms, sleeping quarters, and an infirmary. A manual training school for tin boys will open on the grounds. George Washington University will conduct the school, with the Ladies' Aid and board of trustees overseeing fundraising and operations.

St. John’s Twentieth F Streets Roland Cotton Smith Sarah St. Joan's Lynch Jaquer Boston Borle-Robertson Company Arlington St. John's Alexander Mackay-Smith Jamena Marsh Johnson Abercromabie Grice Hardekoper Goddard Bayard Aid Society George Washinge Alexander B. Hagner James MM. Johnston Nicholas Laquer William J. Boardman Charles M. Stockton Walter R. Tuckerman Boardman Arthur T. Brice Miss Blunt Elizabeth Bliss Cw7theron Carlisle Emory William Corcoran Wustis Mra W. W. Finley Gunnell Kereman James M. Johnston Johnston Ralph Cross Johnston King Lodge Nicholas Luquer Dmncomb Edward McCauley Abercrombie Miller Henry C. Perkins Riggs Peyton Russell Spalding Roland Cotton Similth Mackay-Smith Clementine Smith Warder Witiner

Mcintyre Post Holds Annual Ball at Temple

Mcintyre Post No Army of the Philippines Cuba and Porto Rico gave its annual ball last night at Tythtan Temple located at 1012 Ninth Street. Prominent post members attended and the dance was arranged under Commander Mae Infield Jones Vice Commander Ft Wallace Quarter Master Frank Eckham C W Ree Er A Johnson George Neuter and H E Dougherty.

Mcintyre Post Army of

Licensed to Marry in Diverse Virginia Clergy Records

A list of marriages across Virginia jurisdictions shows Raymond T. Fox and Detella Hall. Thomas A. Montgomery and Leah Stephens Morris. Nicholas D. Dennis and Sophie N. Jance. plus many other couples with forthcoming ceremonies under various reverends. The collated notices name brides and grooms, ages, and their home towns including Staunton Culpeper Baltimore and Vienna, with officiants such as Rev J Montgomer y and Rev W F Brooks among others.

Raymond TL. Fox Taiay Detella Hall Prowt Royal Housley Benjamin Wo Wife EU Mie Mo Garber Liubersile J. Montgomery Ve Hart Leah Stephens Morris Nicholas TL. Dennis Sophie N Jance Ro Lambride Thomas A McLornay Agnes (. Meagher W of Brooks J Franc Burgess Low McLearen Cailetts Hay Prettyman Hugsne Young Alma Daer Leute Stern Thomas A Harlow Liv May Towe Trager Loan Mary T. Starling Af J. Rinrdaz Dashh ReMason Daisy ¥ Sinpeen Mwuppdesas Ve Tha Rey L. M. Chanthere Albert Wl Paeno Mary & Apperson Bard Af Culpeper J. Ball Charles Leonard Mayer Evelyn M Williance Tecershure W. I. McKenney Rosie HK. Shields Movan P. J. O'Connell George WW. Tele Rebecca ‘Mowry Straupton J. S. Montguimer Duplesnes Varney Wiles Grice Laviole Dempees Loth of Loth of Ealthmore, Md. the Rev. 3 VF. Greene George Cunninghem Catherine FR Nalles Bol Putte Matthew Kemp Mariette C. Felder J M O'Brien Linwiad I Boathe É Christana Burnette Uth Richmond J. S. Moniiuetes Ythel M. Dagby Bout Bichmond St. Bird Jerome Ho Harry J Te Atley Clara & Rookwood Bracks Melanthon W. Fisher Georgia Deane Alliance Ohio Roland Cotten Raymond Deutrich Ano, Hockman Rathoot Thuatelptia H. He William H Hough Emma V. Spetden Rev Werd G. Torker Mattie G. Garrett Res H. Yo Hewett Peter L King Martha A Gandall Henry Ntegh Jr Baltimera Fenris BE Hoke Washington DG. C

Children Stage Mystery Play at St Margaret's

More than twenty parish children from St. Margaret's Protestant Episcopal Church presented a mystery play titled Lady Catechism and the Child in the parish hall under the Teen-Age Club. Miss Helen Chase played Lady Catechism and Master Henry Walter the Child, with ages 8 to 18 across the other parts. Proceeds fund improved stage equipment for future performances.

St. Margaret's St. Margaret's Protestant Episcopal Church Connecticut Avenue Bancroft Place Helen Chase Henry Walter

Grocery Web Series Uant Noon Tudor Ends

City bulletin lists various food products and prices including Pure Whiskey Pure Brandy and New York State cider. It names Jas. D. Donnelly and Maurice J. Colbert with contact details and promotes carpet cleaning services and heating. It hints at Thanksgiving items and holiday preparations with scattered business listings.

Uant Noon Tudor New York State Jas. D. Donnelly Eye St. Nlw

First Street Car Celebrates 82 Years In History

Eighty-two years ago the first street car in New York was exhibited a horse car built by John Stephenson. It had three compartments with separate doors, top seating, and was hauled by horses on wooden rails. It ran from Bowery to Harlem and marked the start of modern street railways, leading to vast networks and major financial and engineering developments.

New York John Stephenson New York and Harlem Princas Har‘lem Iit Second South Highth Avenues United States Richmond Chicago

Arth Named Assistant U S Attorney by Laskey

Charles Woodbury Arth, a Washington native educated at Columbian and George Washington universities, was appointed by United States Attorney Shohiy I Laskey as assistant U S attorney. Arth, born November 1 1879, was admitted to practice in 1903 and previously clerked for the Senate committee on national loans. He will begin his duties soon.

Charles Woodbury Arth United States Shohiy I. Laskey Arth Senate Committee On Tie Washington Kie Fa Columbian University George Washington University Ife Georgetown University District Supremes Court Dishourt Court of Appeals Thy Irving Eashey Otter James LG. Archer Aree

Women Pharmacists Exempt From Eight Hour Law Opinion Says

Cor poration Counsel Syme submitted yesterday that women pharmacists in the city may work as long as they please without violating the eight hour law for women. Petitioners led by Julia Henry Strobel Naomi Richardson, and others request an amendment to let women pharmacists work independently of the current restrictions. They argue that eight hours daily, seven days a week would advance humanity and reduce disease without harming health.

Syme Yeaterday Julia Henry Btrobel Naomi Wo Richardson Mdon T. Elliott Gall EK. Nelson Mary H Richardson

Milk Cases Held Up in Police Court Jurisdiction Fight

The District appeals unit has not yet ruled on a writ of prohibition challenging Judge Mulloway’s authority over milk cases under the pure food law. Attorneys Davis and Curien argue police court lacks jurisdiction.164 milk cases await trial as Judge Pugh delays scheduling pending higher court decision.

High bond authorization for Totomar Electric Power Co

The public utilities commission approved selling 271,090 dollars in bonds at nine dollars and accrued interest. The issue, anticipated mid October, funds extensions and other capital expenditure. The move reflects current securities market conditions and solidifies the utility’s financing plan.

Totomar Electric Power Company Public Utilities Commission

Thanksgiving marriage licenses fall short of last year

City hall records show 52 marriage licenses issued yesterday by Clerk Kroll, fewer than the 61 issued the day before Thanksgiving last year. Officials speculate the dip may stem from World War II anxieties, rising living costs, or waning Cupid attention.

T Hanksgiving Tlerk Kroll Cupid

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