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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Oct 22, 1906

Page

5

Unselfish Devotion of Noble Woman Praised at Memorial

Memorial held under Southern Relief Society honors Varina Howell Davis widow of Jefferson Davis. Notables including Justice Charles B Howry Justice Seth Shepard former Secretary Hilary A Herbert and John Callaghan speak. Resolutions of condolence drafted for Mrs Davis's daughter Addison Hayes.

Southern Relief Society Clustrious Jefferson Davis Charles B. Howry Seth Shepard Hilary A. Herbert John Callaghan Confederate Veterans’ Association New Willard Nannie Randolph Heth Randolph McKim Oscar “Areisaen Roosevelt Southland Susan Riviere Hetzel Addison Hayes Colorado Springs Davis L. H. Quirelle D. C. Ludlow Elizabeth Zea George Covington Rosalie H Socock Emily Mason Chilton Howry George Pickett

Tribute Services for Mrs Davis in New York Church

Personal friends gathered at Church of Zion and St. Timothy to honor Mrs. Jefferson Davis with a joint service by her congregation and the New York Chapter of the United Daughters of the Confederacy. Dr Henry Lubeck led the service and delivered the eulogy, praising her strength and character.

New York Church of Zion St. Timothy Bris. Jefferson. Davis Davigs United Daughters of the Confederacy Henry Lubeck George Baker Nathan Siegel St. Stephen's Church Lubeck Davis J. Addison Hayes Colorado Jamen Enty Parker New ‘K Daughters of the ‘Ederacy Russell J. Leeds Broun Charles Goldsborough John Billups

Presbyterians Will Convene To-day At Gunton Memorial

The Baltimore Presbyterian Synod will convene here to-day at Gunton Memorial, with sessions and committee meetings. Addresses by Bo Gale missionary to Korea and others will highlight the program, culminating in meetings at the Church of the Covenant and related events.

Presbyterians Gunton Memorial Baltimore Presbyterian Synod Moore New Progressi Presbyterian Cairi Lea Young People’s Association Bo" Gale Korea Church of the Covenant Thorpe Philadelphia Brown W. A Halsey

Anti-saloon revival meetings begin in Washington weeklong campaign

Anti-saloon revival meetings opened at the First Congregational Church in Northwest Washington led by Albert Zimmerman. The program runs through the week with services at Wesley Chapel Fifth and F streets, and includes addresses by Ora Samuel Gray of Amherst. District temperance events included Sunday services across churches and fundraising efforts.

First Congregational Church Tenth Albert H. Zimmerman Mr. Zimmerman Edwin 5. la Fetra S. la Fetra Isabel Helmick M. M. Mitchell Sara B. Smith Etta Jackson Mabel_E. Callahan Fle van Anden Jesse €. Suter van Anden Wiliam E. Brooks T. Westdal Wesley Chapel Fifth F Streets Ora Samuel Gray Amherst Mass Washington

Missionary Fund Push by Knights of Columbus Support

The Catholic Missionary Union and Apostolic Mission House in Brookland seek to raise funds for Catholic missionaries. Endorsed at the Knights of Columbus national convention in New Haven, Conn. The order with 150,000 members aims to collect one dollar per member to expand missionary instructors in the field. Funds will be paid into the national treasury and held until June 198, then invested with interest to the Missionary Union.

Catholic Missionary Union Apostolic Mission House St Brookland Missionaries of Catholic Faith The Knights of Columbus New Haven Conn Missionary Triton National Convention of the Knights of Columbus Order National Council

Pastor praises common folk as state safeguards in sermon

Rev Dr Wallace Radcliffe at New York Avenue Presbyterian argues the safety of government and church rests with the average man. He says the masses are conservative and show the right path, urging that the common majority keeps faith and order. Next week he discusses the man on the street. The same issue notes Howard Law School Alumni elect officers led by Fountain Peyton as president and Louis Gregory as first vice president.

Wallace Radcliffe New York Avenue Presbyterian Church Radcliffe J. Porter Laurence Howard Howard Law School Alumni Association Fountain Peyton Louis G. Gregory Georg H. da Reef Hamond A. Patten Dent Thomas ‘Walker Charles S. Hill George ¥. Colins Thomas J. Price

Alaska mining marvels rise in value per cent

A United States Geological Survey report notes Alaska’s mining output jumped from 3.4 million dollars in 1895 to over 15 million dollars in 1905, a dramatic gain driven by lower costs. It cites a likely six percent increase in gold production and highlights improved efficiency in the last decade.

Wall Street Alaska United States Geological Survey Yukon International Hanking Corporation

Natural gas industry hits record year in 195

Geological Survey statistics show 195 year value of natural gas produced and sold topped all previous years by 3 066 009 reaching 41 580 855. West Virginia led gains with 1 961 609, Pennsylvania up 1 037 442, Louisiana joins as gas producer, Kansas up 49 percent, Oklahoma and Indian Territory up 16 percent. Indiana fields declined, Kentucky and Tennessee show declines, while overall production details indicate shifting regional dominance.

Geological Survey of the Natural-Gas Industry West Virginia Pennaylvame Louisiana Kansas Oklahoma Indian Territory Indiana Kentucky Ronnesses

Oil production rises in United States fields

The United States Geological Survey reports that in 1905 U S oil fields produced 114 717 580 barrels, down from 117 080 960 the previous year, a gain of 17 636 620 barrels over any prior year despite $17 018 055 less value than 1904. Developments include mid continental field growth and a new pipeline from Humboldt Kansas to Wining Indiana. U S Grant Circle No 1 Ladies of G A R to meet at Grand Army Hall with officers listed. Belasco hosts a repeat engagement of Before and After starring Leo Ditrichstein, following a successful national tour and cast changes by manager Robert Hunter.

United States United States Geological Survey Humpoldt Kans Winting Ind N. A. Wyman Mary V. Moore Mary H. Belloge Addie E. Perking Belasco Belasco Theater Leo Ditrichstein Robert Hunter Duvichatein Page Hofburg Vienna

Island Auditor Confers With President On Financial Plan

An official report notes an auditor of Island meeting the President to discuss fiscal measures. The discussion centers on new arrangements where Porto Rican funds will be held as banks for use, aiming to accelerate development and attract side capital.

Island Porto Rico Cu i

Second Advent Sermon Sparks Maryland New Jerusalem Conference

Rev Junius B. Spiers of Richmond spoke at the New Jerusalem Church about John the Baptist and a forthcoming revelation through Emanuel Swedenborg between 1743 and 1772. He described John the Baptist as rebuker of sin, morality preserver, and baptizer as the conference in Baltimore holds morning and afternoon services with strong attendance.

John the Baptist Junius B. Smers Richmond New Jerusalem Sixteenth Corcoran Streets Flaryland Association of the Fananuel Swedenborg Spiers Louis H. Tafel Baltimore

Immortality Theme Delineated At Epiphany Church

Rev Dr William Inge of All Saints Ennismore Gardens preached at the Epiphany Church last night on The Hope of Immortality. He argued that desire alone cannot prove immortality and that pure affection and the belief in reunion reflect a divine likelihood.

Epiphany Church William Inge All Saints’ Church Ennismore Gardens London Inge

Financial Stocks and Bonds Marketing Notice

Financial bulletin offers semi weekly market letter and free inquiries about stocks or bonds. Addresses include Broad Street Philadelphia and Diamond Street Pittsburgh with Detroit and Atlantic City listings and an established 1892 hotel note.

Broad St Philadelphia Detroit Atlantic Cty Diamond

Revival Begins at Christian Church Services

Evangelistic services were begun at Fifteenth Street Christian Church at D streets south with Rev. Louis D. Riddell assisting the pastor. Riddell preached on Purpose and Plan in redemption, illustrated with song service throughout the week.

Fifteenth Street Louis D. Riddell Riddell

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