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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Sep 08, 1909
Page
21
Vogue emphasizes Moyen Age inspired ready-to-wear department with tight panelled gowns and embroidered bodices. Paris influences introduce refined mid ages styling into tailored suits and striped worsted ensembles in navy and black, featuring peau de soie cuffs and plaited skirts. coats priced around 40 dollars.
Eechard W Locke and Miss Lucie A Archer from Petersburg Virginia were wed at 8 PM in the Metropolitan Hotel parlors after arriving by noon train. Rev EM Thompson officiated with friends from Petersburg and Washington present, then the couple planned a short stay in Washington before returning home.
Lenox hosted a long distance hunt along a mile stretch with perfect weather. Notable attendees included Miss Heblee Meyer sister of the Secretary of the Navy, Mr Herbert Satterlee former Assistant Secretary of the Navy, and Mrs Satterlee. Several prominent figures and families returned to their homes after summer travels from Glen Cove Long Island to Highland Falls and other locales.
Social notes show Mr and Mrs Charles Fletcher of Philadelphia visiting the Lothrops at 705 East Capitol Street and Miss Nellie Van Verhes visiting in Washington. Dr J Muir returns from London with Mrs Muir, and William Fletcher’s party returns from England to M Street. A home wedding at 1325 Vermont Avenue unites Eleanor Pearl Marshall’s daughter with A Maynard Holcombe of Winchester Massachusetts.
Stuyvesant Fish and wife hosted a Monday evening dipalace for their son in law Ed Rirs and daughter Albert Zabriskie Gray. The crossways grounds spruced with electric hyacinth garlands, white rose centerpieces, and two orchestras. A lengthy guest list included Veranda and many notable New York society figures such as Lythrop Ames McFadden Douglass Martin Derridha Archibald Whatcher Austen Gray Elisha Dyer Oliver Gould Jennings Howard Dickinson Norman Der White and numerous others. After dinner additional guests arrived for the later reception led by Idlisna Dyer Jr. The event showcased gifts, favors, and a display featuring Cross Gays portraits in the upper framing.
Miss Helen Gregory daughter of Mrs Gregory and the late Mr W B Gregory married Mr William T Poole in Fourth Presbyterian Church. Rev Russel Verbryke officiated. The bride wore a navy travel suit with a blue hat and carried a bouquet. Ushers were J Edward Law Ernest Love Eugene Hand Bern Adame. After the ceremony the couple left for a wedding trip north and will be at home after October 15 at 1315 Clifton Street Washington.
Mrs Joseph Choate and Mr William Phillips entertain a large house party at Naumkeag in the Berkshires. Senior figures including Mrs Gardiner Hubbard and Miss Grace Eel return to Washington after summer abroad. Newport hosts Senator Wetmore and Reginald Vanderbilt attend a Monday dinner. William Vanderbilt entertained guests at Sandy Point farm. The Whitneys sailed from England for New York and will winter on Long Island at Wheatley. Wedding details note pastor William McKenney and bride attended by sisters Miss Lodia Ruby Marshal and Miss Blanche Marshall, with Dr Arthur N Holcombe as best man and ushers Cyrus Mants and Charles F. Haynes. The couple will reside at 183 Vermont Avenue after October 16.
Prince and Princess Kuni arrive in New York City aboard the Carmulata to visit and attend the Rudson Putton celebration. Commander Forshew of the Second Naval Militia Battalion, Brooklyn, acts under Gov. Hughes to extend courtesies during their stay, with the imperial party staying at the Hotel Flat until Thursday.
At Doncaster on Sept 7 the Fitzwilliam selling plate and related events featured HP Whitneys horses. Gallop Along won the plate with Bobbin II and Diana Ken II close behind, Arranmore captured the Doncaster weller handicap, Neil Gow won the Champagne stakes, Whinkbroam ran last among HP Whitneys entries, and Pon-o-the-Morning-Phome placed second in the Glasgow Nursery handicap. At Compiegne Hindournished took third in the Prix Cheshore. His Elector and Nash Turners Fouraine also ran.
Culpeper Virginia on September 7 reports a major Confederate reunion under A P Hill Camp No 3 Veterans. The event aims to raise a monument to Culpeper soldiers and highlight local history with Cedar Mountain Brandy Station and Fleetwood June missions noted in a festive autumn scene. Prince Ito hosts Sammons in Tokyo as American consul general Thomas Sammons attends a dinner and departs for home aboard the Mongoli.
At Garrett Playgrounds Third Street and South Carolina Washington Playground Association hosted a mixed events day. About 60 children arrived around 9 AM to compete in potato races volley ball and archery. Edward Morrison Amy Herbert and Elisabeth Pugh led strong showings as boys beat girls in the hall game while the girls narrowly lost in volleyball.
Secretary Nagel of the Commerce and Labor Department remains away at Marion Mass or Marion, delaying action on peonage charges linked to a McKees Rocks strike. He must select a successor for Assistant Secretary as McHarg cannot stay beyond the month, with no clear candidate announced.
Newport September 7 The Newport Casino horse show drew a large crowd under fine but cool weather. W Watsons entries won major classes including four hand and ladies to drive events. Reginald Vanderbilt’s Dr Selwonk faltered, placing fourth in the victoria horse class, as Moonshine won the blue ribbon in the judging. Alfred G Vanderbilt’s new English pair Queen's Favour and Queen's Maid were beaten in the victoria pairs, with Watson taking the blue ribbon and Vanderbilt taking third.
Daily Diet Hints discusses buckwheat foods and their effects on the body, noting possible skin reactions from overuse and suggesting mixed grain bread. It recommends substituting one third cornmeal for spring wheat and cautions against soft bread and drinking during meals, especially for children.
A vivid Shanghai scene contrasts crowded tea houses and painted girl performers with opium rooms and modern entertainment. The city blends European look with Chinese life as banks, cinemas, and uniform red brick facades line The Bund while Chinese districts display western-style streets, signs, and shops.
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