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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Sep 18, 1906
Page
7
Woodward & Lothrop announces the fall opening of its enhanced Men s Clothing Department offering business and dress suits, fancy vests, overcoats and raincoats. The department, located on 10th Street above Men s Furnishings, promises absolute fit and style at moderate prices with garments from top wholesale tailors, including Stein-Bloch labels.
Generous assortment of fall suits in cheviot broadcloths and broadcloths offered in long and short styles. New Nor folk and tuxedo suits feature innovative shapes, trims, belts, plaited skirts, and satin lining with colors black blue brown and gray. Prices noted at 40.00 and 28.50.
Special Value in New Fall Skirts made of Cheviot in blue and black with full plaited effect. New Knit Pony Jackets in cardinal cream white and gray with a new pocket flat collar and sleeves. desirable for early fall wear and warmth, stylish and trim at seven fifty each.
New Fall Dress Fabrics displays a broad, well ventilated second floor with natural light. Both foreign and domestic fabrics, many exclusive, feature New Autumn Plaids for school girls and women. Plaids include warm reds greens and blues, with gold and white tones, 38 to 42 inch widths, prices from 1.00 per yard. Children’s sweaters and caps in white Worsted and knit underwear for women and children are offered at reduced fall prices on the main floor.
A list of new novels and works with brief descriptions. Titles include The Bishop of Cottontown by John Trotwood Moore set in Tennessee mills, Lady Bailtickmore by Owen Wintar a southern city study, Alton of Samasco by Herold…, The Awakening of Helena Riteche by Deland, and The Treasure of Heaven by Maria Corel. Also listed are Party Leaders of the Times, Power Lot, Miss Frances Baled, Stand Pat, and The Tides of Barnegat, with prices and authors.
First shipment of Fall and Winter Footwear for women misses boys and children on display. Models show the shoemaker art by master mechanics. Materials are top quality and styles depart from last season yet remain stylish and durable. Fresh arrivals promised daily at Third Host-Tenth st.
The third week of the September Furniture Sale reports strong demand, with many items sold out except the last few. Prices run 25 to 33 percent below value for high grade pieces including quartered oak, weathered oak, mahogany, and bird's eye maple in dressers, desks, chests, chairs, and couches.
Social and personal notices list numerous Washington residents and guests returning from summers abroad or travels. The Isthmian Canal Commission chairman Theodore Shonts plans a New Hampshire avenue home move to October, and Admiral and Mrs. Dewey and other notable figures prepare returns or trips. The piece catalogs society arrivals, weddings, and travels among prominent families, military officers, and politicians.
Surprising discord surfaces as Mrs. Carmody files for divorce from Col Francis J. Carmody. The couple wed December 19, 196, in New York at Grace Church, once praised as a stylish match. Senator Platt and his wife reportedly back Mrs. Carmody, while Carmody allegedly pressed for Platt to push his career advancement.
Miss Janet Holberton of Thames Hogland England marries Dr. Herbert Marshall of Charlottesville Virginia at Epiphany Church. The couple, aided by a quiet ceremony with two rings, plan to settle in Charlottesville while preserving an English gentle manner.
Editor Port defends Miss Little principal of Brookland school against removal calls from Brooklyn Citizens Association. He notes petition for two man principal reflects poorly on her management and student conduct. Miss Little is praised as fit and esteemed, with significant progress in the last year, urging Mr. Baird of the Board of Education to allow her to stay and continue the work.
A Post article discusses Dr Chancellor, praising his work with teachers and salaries while noting a preference for men in high posts. Marguerite du Pont Leb comments on welcoming women educators and potential salaries. Also mentions Honolulu post office site bids totaling 250000 dollars from five bidders.
Col. Urell to be chief marshal for the national encampment of United Spanish War Veterans to be held in Washington the week of October 8. Gen. George F L Harsted chosen chief marshal of the grand military division. Maj S Housson to lead the veteran division and Capt Lee M D Lirecomb to marshal the civic division.
Charles E Magoon will serve as vice governor general of the Philippines while remaining Panama Canal Zone governor and United States minister to Panama. He will report by September 24, with Taft noting no immediate replacement for the Canal Zone governorship. Discussions suggest possible reshuffles, including Gov. Smith’s future and potential transfers to U.S. positions or Canal Commission roles.
Funeral services for Thomas K. Wallace, the aged Treasury clerk, who died Sunday morning, will be held at Oak Hill chapel today at noon. Rev William Fayloe Snyder of the Church of the Incarnation will officiate. Burial will follow in Oak Hill Cemetery.
After such world famous makers as Heppiewhite, Sheraton and Chiff pendats. Also French Dutch and early colonial productions. Rare plate scarce china silver curios meted goods c the most interesting stock in Washington. Wedding presents holiday gifts Old Colony Co 1403 H Street.
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