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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Sep 20, 1909
Page
4
Advices placing boys under male instructors and urges expanding educational buildings for broader community use. Pastor of Hamline M. E. Church argues schools could host neighborhood meetings, expanding access to learning spaces and reinforcing moral guidance.
Rev Dr Arthur W Spooner framed Gospel Messages from the North as a spiritual challenge drawn from Peary's polar achievement. He urged searching for spiritual treasure, urged perseverance, and cited historic explorers while linking public school teaching to male role models and the Jesuits’ St Stanislaus House of Retreat for clergy retreat and renewal.
An analysis argues public schools as agents of national unity through immigrant integration and moral instruction. It advocates open evening use of school buildings to strengthen neighborhoods, expand community programs, and deepen citizen formation amid diverse populations and ongoing debates.
Detroit resident Margaret Knapp and her son Elmer praise Father John’s Medicine for curing bronchitis and a longstanding cold. Knapp recalls a four week bed rest, credits the remedy with restoring appetite and quick recovery, and urges others to use it.
The Rev Edward Craig of Boston celebrated low Mass at St Anns Church in Tennallytown yesterday morning. He has been the recipient of a lingering illness requiring a surgical operation. His return to Washington has been welcomed by a circle of friends.
The Rev Richard J Shipley at North Carolina Avenue Methodist preached on what a man takes after death. He said memory, desires, and good deeds travel beyond the grave while earthly wealth fades. He cited Lazarus and the rich man to illustrate remembered acts, temperance, and sacrifice as treasures in heaven.
Rev Dr SV Leech of the Methodist Episcopal Church bids farewell as he addresses the largest Independent Lutheran gathering at Confederate Memorial Hall. He expounds a vision of John in Revelation stressing Christ’s universal kingship, heavenly origin, and global dominion while the congregation applauds his sermons. He departs for the Methodist Bipreeopal conference in West Virginia this week after receiving congratulations from the church president on his expanding audiences.
A nationwide welcome for Samuel Gompers returning from Europe on October 17 will feature a parade and grand meeting with invitations extended to many prominent labor leaders and legislators. Delegations from Philadelphia, New York, and several cities are planned, with Taft and Bryan invited and a 60-piece orchestra set for the Washington event.
The Rev T E Davis at Westminster Presbyterian Church denounces church leaders for remaining distant from everyday life. He argues ministers must lower tone from philosophy and science and foster true brotherhood while addressing social needs to reach men who seek meaning elsewhere.
The New York Avenue Presbyterian Church resumes winter Sunday school sessions under Superintendent A Baker with primary intermediate and Bible study classes. Rev Dr Wallace Radcliffe returned from vacation to lead morning and evening services.
The promotion touts Catleura Soap for light drearings and treats itching and parasitic Hale. It claims the remedy cleanses purifies and beautifies while helping the bale stay healthy with pure ingredients.
Hundreds flock to a Potomac Park carnival and parade amid merriment as families in varied attire observe kings, judges, and colonels. A barefoot boy asks where the White House is, sparking a brief moment of reflection on national remnants of innocence.
The Rev Dr James E Clayton preached on The Wandering Jew at First Baptist Church praising Christians for defending Jews against prejudice. He traced origins of the legend to medieval times, linked it to anti Jewish sentiment, and argued the tale reflects bigotry, urging American civility and Christian faith.
Woolen fall and winter fashions shown by Snyde & Co Tailors. Beer purity urged with Hourieh Renate. Bottling Co West grocers. Hotel Fogel Restaurant reopen Sept 21 with New York steaks oysters lobsters and game. YMCA outdoor meetings at Franklin and Lincoln parks under Rev Woodrow and Rev Hickok. Altaront Spring Water advertised. Stafford Floor Oil and Glum Wax Pipor Oil offered. Barver's Restaurent open Sundays noon to midnight with oysters lobsters and game. New electric elevator and renovated entire house at present stand. Spring stock Cookers Gas Hanges Water Heaters. 62th A Maddiman & Co.
The body of Clifford Brainerd a one year old son of O C Brainerd of 1410 G street killed last Tuesday at the Telluride Power Company in Grace Idaho will arrive in Washington next Wednesday. Dr Charles Walcott of the Smithsonian accompanied by his wife will supervise the transport. The funeral is planned for Thursday afternoon at the Rock Creek Park chapel with Rector Rea Buck officiating. Interment will follow at Rock Creek Cemetery. Pallbearers will be selected from Clifford's boy friends.
The bathing beach closed yesterday without ceremony as pools will be drained and repaired. Dr W B Hudson, in charge for the year, will submit his report to the commissioners in a few days. The season officially closed last Sunday but was kept open a week due to warm weather and many requests.
Mrs Marian Smalley of the American Salvation Army Home for Children and Women faces a dilemma over water charges. Since moving to a new address in Northwest Street, her home lacks a meter, leaving her uncertain whether to pay a water rent or install a meter. District officials promised action within a week, but as of last night no meter is in place and no help was forthcoming.
The forthcoming annual report will show the first full fiscal year as a banner year for patents with 13? patents issued, far surpassing the prior year and the most business ever handled by the patent office. Despite financial downturns, patent activity rose substantially, boosting public service records.
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