Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1894-05-08
BROOKLAND.

At the last stated meeting of King David
Lodge. No IS. F. A A. M, of Brookland,
W. NJ. Thomas G. Carmick presided over
impressive ceremonies. and a very large
number of visiting brethren were present,
among whom were Past Grand Master
Jesse W. Lee, jr.; Past Grand Master
Thomas +. Gibbs and Deputy Grand Master
U. e. Dixon OF the District of Columbia
Past Masters McGnl. wetzel and AIillock of
Ledge No. 3. Fast Master Hancock of
Lodge No. IL and Past Master Holmes of
Lodge No. 16. Exceedingly fine and an
propriate music was rendered by a sextet,
representing the Masonic choirs of Wash
irgton, and consisting of Messrs. j. M.
Buchanan, E. S. Holmes, ST.; c. W. Han
cock. W. E Abbott. Douglas s. Miller and
J. W. Cheney
The Ladies' Aid Society of the Zion
Lutheran Church of Washington, accom-
panied by their pastor, Rev. Allan Homrig-
haus. were pleasantly entertained by Mrs
William Dreyer of Sargent road on Thurs
day. A dainty luncheon was served and the
time merrtly enjoyed by the guests. among
whom were Mrs Theodore Pitt, Mrs. John
Talburg. Mrs. John Wagner, ST.: Mrs Bran
dengeie-, Mrs Stricknardt. Mrs. George
Best, Mrs Steiful. Mrs. H Aue, Mrs.
Arteese, Mrs NJ. Leonberger, Mrs LEOPOLD,
mrs Nogel, Mrs. Goppel, Mrs. Joseph fhil-
lips and Rev. Mr.. Aomrighaus, who was
extremely happy in the possession Of q
handsome gold watch and chain, a recent
birthday gift from his congregation to their
much esteemed pastor.
Mrs. P. H. Johnston and Miss Helen
Johnston are visiting in Philadelphia.
MI. and Mrs. Collin McCauslin have re-
turned to their Michigan avenue home from
an extended sojourn IN the Quaker City 5"
me ladies' Aid Society Of the Brookland
M a. Church held their May meeting at the
nome OF Mrs @. u. Johnston on Dover
street and were called to order by the pres
ident, Mrs ]. s. p. Green; Mrs l. b Hol-
hdSe presided at the organ. After the
readins OF the minutes by the secretary.
-irs Murray, violin solo, by Mr.. Amos
Nauck OF Washington, was finely rendered
and heartily encored. Mrs. Harry Hospital
read an amusing selection. and as an encore
recited Mothers Fool" Mr.. George JEFF
ines of Washington gave much pleasure by
a number OF choice vocal solos, Miss
Buelah Gudgil gave a 'Caudle Lecture
Mrs j. W. Homer read How Ruby Play
ed; MIS- Lewis Paxton gave an organ solo
ard Mr.. Nauck and Mrs. Paxton a violin
and organ duet Mr.. Nauck also rendered
selections on the guitar. and Mrs. Paxton
and Mr.. James Johnston organ and flute
daos- Aftel me close Of the literary exer-
cises laIenable thread and hammer
contest toOk place. Nine ladies endelv-
ored TO excel in driving q number OF tac.s
in a block in a given time, and nine gentle
men tried to show their skill in sewing on
buttons during the same period. The WIN
ner or The ladies' prize was Miss Beatrice
Rhine. who was rewarded with hammer
box OF tacks and block upon which to
practice Mr.. Harry Hospital carried OFF
the gentiemen's honors and had bestowed
upon him needle, thread and thimble for
future use
The home of Mr.. Charles Neuman on
Fort street was the scene of gayety on
Thursday evening. and a social party, with
appetizlng refreshments, was enjoyed.
Among those in attendance were the Misses
Mamie and Lille Cobourn, Miss Annie
Widmeyer. Miss Katie Wreath, and Messrs
Baker. Cutsail. Veidt and Kellar of WASH
1nston. Miss Pinkie Rhine, Mr.. Plummer
Kline and Mr. Sullivan of Clifton PARK and
The Misses Anna Dreyer. Lottie Climber
man, Lydia Heitmuller. Victoria Warmkes-
sci, Julia Nar-nHessel, Belle. Clara and
Hattie Owens. and Messrs. Davis Dreyer
Eichman. Carter, Owens and Ricer OF
Brookland-
The secretary of the Brookland branch of
the Washington National Building Associa-
ton promulSates very satisfactory report
or its condition Mr.. /. 5. Hollidge mas been
CHOSEN president, Mr.. ]. e. Noyes, vice pres
dent: F. r. Mccormick. attorney, and H. J.
Penrod, secretary and treasurer. The board
OF directors are MesS-S. Ncyes, Green and
Lynch.