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Evening star., 1935-10-20

prior to 1911. when Union Lodge, No.
6, was chartered, is quite well identi-
fed as 1929 Seventh street southeast.
Kenton N. Harper, author of the
History Of the Grand Lodge of the
District of Columbia" tells us this
building was a small, two-story brick
near the Navy Yard gate, the upper
floor Of which was used for lodge pur-
poses and the lower floor for a school.
He also says that the building now at
this number is the original one, slight
ly modernized, and that the Masonic
Lodge met here from 1905 to 1921.
THE Eastern Academy building cost
the city $1,133.16, just s111.14
more than the Western building. and
since the latter was of wood it Is more
than likely that the difference in cost
would not be sufficient to allow for
brick construction, and, therefore, it
is probable the original building is
not standing. and that the present one
simply occupies the site of the East
ern Academy. where this early Pres
byterian congregation once held its
meetings.
The first teacher selected for the
Eastern Academy was Rev. william
Bentley, who was elected December
13, 1905. However, he declined the
appointment and Mr. Conroy, who
was selected for the position February
3, 1906, did likewise, and a teacher
was not obtained until the appoint
ment was accepted by Rev. Robert
Elliot of Strasburg, Pa. Edward Tip
petit, rather an odd character, became
assistant teacher to Rev. Elliot in
Evening star., 1935-10-20

terian Church"-to use its official
name-remained on this site until
1927, when it moved to John Marshall
place. This part of Washington then
was the most fashionable part of the
city. and where many Of the most
distinguished people Of that period
resided.
After moving to its new church. in
1927, the old church building, which
stood directly west of the site Of
the Ben Butler residence-where now
stands the House Office Extension
was sold, and the property bought
by the Israel Bethel Church.
The church building on John Mar
shall place, which the workmen were
recently removing, was originally q
sand-colored structure with three or
four columns In front, above which
was a kind of portico. In 1859 the
church was renovated and remained
unchanged thereafter until it was re-
moved.
Rev. John Breckenridge, the
church's first pastor, was married in
1795 to Eleanor White, daughter Of
James White, who owned a large tract
of land in the vicinity Of the Soldiers
Home. A part of this property
about 40 acres-was probably in
herited by Mrs. Breckenridge. and
Evening star., 1935-10-20

In the prints, and some Of the pub
lications smack of intrusion into the
sacred precincts of domestic life. Had
President Cleveland not occupied the
exalted station he does, he and Miss
Folsom might easily have taken the
vows of matrimony without being
subjected to conspicuous notice. But
it is not often that President mar
ries while occupying the White House,
and to this and other causes may be
attributed the deep interest shown by
the American people in the marriage
of their Chief Magistrate. While there
was no general parade or display con-
nected with the performance Of the
ceremony, and 1t was comparatively q
private marriage, still all the sur
roundings were rich. beautiful and at
tractive and in keeping with the
wishes of the contracting parties. .
"At 7 o'clock the band played the
Mendelssohn Wedding March and the
President and Miss Folsom came down
the west stairway arm in arm. The
President wore the usual evening dress
of black, turn-down collar and white
tie, and wore pair Of lavender gloves.
The brides dress of ivory satin was
cut en- train, with high corsage and
elbow sleSes, two bands of null edged
with lace across the bosom, and the
skirt, trimmed with the same sort Of
scarfs crossed in the front, formed
the trimming Of the skirt. The orange
blossom garniture, commencing upon
the veil in q superb coronet, con-
tinued throughout the costume. A
veil of tulle completely enveloped her
and fell to the edge Of her train. The
company stood against the decorations
in the south oval of the room and the
bride and groom took a position fac
Evening star., 1935-10-20

began to be q regular attendant at
this old Presbyterian Church and
often attended there with his sister.
Later he was accompanied there by
Mrs. Cleveland, after the marriage,
which was the most notable event
to occur at the White House during
his two administrations. and the only
time a President was married In his
oficial residence.
The President was then a month
over 4S years old; the bride, Frances
Folsom, %, a handsome, lovable, gra-
cious woman, admired by all. She
Is still living.
NEXT June will mark Just half
century since this event took
place, and those Of us who remember
the occasion, unless we look into the
mirror, find 1t dificult to believe that
so years OF our lie have really elapsed
But let us turn back the files OF
the press and see what 1t says of this
celebrated marriage Of the Chief Mag
istrate, the first Democratic President
after the Civil War. and performed by
the Rev. DR.. Sunderland Of the First
Presbyterian Church:
President Cleveland is now bene-
dict" so reads the news. Last eve
ming shortly after O'Clock he gave
up all the liberty, freedom and fasci-
nations connected with bachelorhood
and took upon upon himself all those
responsibilities delegated to man in
welded life. The step has been con-
templated by the President for some
time past, and the act was near con-
summation ere it became known that
he entertained any ideas of embracing
matrimony. It is only a few weeks
since the announcement of his en-
gagement was made public in an in
direct way, and not week has passed
since he confirmed the truth Of the
report. From that time up to last
evening the movements of preparation
looking to the grand and happy finale
have been rapid. The steps and ac-
tions of the fair bride and her honored
husband have beer. chronicled daily
Evening star., 1935-10-20

Left: The Church of the Covenant Eighteenth and N
northwest Top left right The carpenter shop
the White House. first meeting place of ST. Andrews
the First Presbyterian Church. 1885, THE Little White
Chapel Under the Hill" site of the House Office Annex,
erected by the First Presbyterian Church 1872 At up
per right: First Presbyterian Church. John Marshall
place. between c and ID Streets In insert Rev. Byron
Sunderland, who performed the wedding ceremony for
President and Mrs Cleveland Center President and Mrs
Cleveland attending services the First Presbyterian
Church shortly after their marriage Right center: Rev
Albert Joseph Mccartney d. D. pastor of the Church of
the Covenant
Evening star., 1935-10-20
First Presbyterian Church on John Marshall
Place Bozus to March of7me- Played Large
Part in Cuy5 Religious Life for q Century:

1908, after having been driven from
home by his father. To use his own
words: IT made my way to the City of
Washington. where very soon found
friends, and as I was considered toler-
ably qualified was favored by Mr..
Elliot to the situation Of assistant
teacher"
After serving in this capacity for
some years Mr.. Tippett was made
principal teacher and continued as
such for 10 years. In the reception
given Gen. Lafayette In 1924 his school
children were singled out for intro
duction to that great patriot.
Mr. Tippett did many things besides
teaching school in order to make ends
meet, and one Of these was preaching
the gospel, which he probably did in
the building in which he taught school.
Just what the size Of the congrega-
tion was when the First Church met
in the Eastern Academy is not known,
although the Sabbath school was an
unusually healthy one for that period,
numbering 9 teachers and rs pupils.
WHEN this church first held its
services in the White House
carpenter shop the population Of
Washington was around 500. During
the period of the War Of 1812-15
the city had increased to more than
10000. and the Academy East" was
found inadequate for its increasing
enrolment, and what became known
as 1.-The Little White Chapel Under
the Hill" was erected to the south
of the Capitol, and the First Presby-
Evening star., 1935-10-20

CONTINUED on Tenth Pase.)
Evening star., 1935-10-20

ECENTLY, when the writer
drove through John Marshall
N place between c and D streets,
l. he observed workmen tearing
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-01-03

When his father left the room, 1 Mark said desperately, Look,
 nom, take the 10 o'clock train
 instead of the 8, will you? Then dad and can drive you to the station after the concert" Doctor Martin kindly offered to take me. He'll be here very soon now"
 "No, but listen, mom. I'd like to have you there. You and Doc stop on your way to the station. 1--I might have a surprise for you
 please? You will? That's swell.'' Once on the stage Marks knees
 shook and his head throbbed. How could he disappoint dad when he was so sure of him?
 The blur of white faces upturned to him as he bowed to the ap- plause, swam before his eyes. He glanced up to see his mother in
 their old box, Doc Martin hover
 ing over her. He gave her a long look and suddenly her glance held. his steadily. Why, she knew what he'd been figuring, and she slowly shook her head.
 He sat down at the piano and started in. His fingers felt funny sort of stiff. He crashed into the opening chord. Lord, he couldn't play! He didn't have to act. He didn't have to pretend he was fal- tering. He could not make his fingers move!
 The house was breathless. He'd stop now. He'd get up and leave. His feet were leaden as he crossed the stage of the silent house to- ward the wings. His father stood there, white-faced, his mouth working. Mark stumbled toward him. He saw his father attempt
 to speak-then saw a figure run up and shove dad aside. It was
 nom and she was crying. "Marki
 Mark, darling. why did you do
 that why?" And his father was suddenly there. too, with his arms around both of them.
 "Mom," he heard himself say ing. his face untitled against her shoulder, "T heard you in the library today-talking to dad. Don't you see need you? Dad, too. I'll bet he couldn't do any better if you weren't around. I--I was going to mess it purposely. but didn't have to try. I couldn't play--thinking you were going away and the two of fus being alone. Gosh, mom, don't you see you have to stick around?"
 Good Lords he was blubbering all over the place. But nom and dad was crying. too. Dad was hanging on to nom as if he'd never let her go. Its true, Mary-I don't think I could go on. I've been so damn selfish-''
 Then nom started laughing. She strengthened her hat and blew her nose. Well, you two helpless luck to be the only practical one in Q family of crazy geniuses. Come on, let's go out and get something to eat. I'll be spending the rest of my life applauding my two suc- cessful relatives, and as long as I'm the power behind the throne order food at once"
 Once more on the cool street between his father and mother. Mark drew a long breath. He was 13, but-well. there'd be lots of concerts yet. He guessed maybe he'd heard that lots of famous men had muffed their first nights.
 Copyright, 1894, The Chicago
 Daily News. Incl
 Tomorrow: "Linda Advertises," by Zella BoteIer, tells how an avariciOus radio star unwittingly muffed the contract of a lifetime,
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-01-03
BH CECTLIA M,CARE

''No, I can't wait for the recital, Derek. Mark won't need me. He's your child, really. He'll get up there and play. with your inspired fervor and the audience will go mad and demand encore after en- core, and he'll go back and give them that devastating smile he in- herits-from you, of course. No, don't stop me-I've been a celebri- lty's wife for twelve years and I refuse to be the mother to a child prodigy.
 NO, I've decided I should have a few years to enjoy my own life. Derek. You know I used to be quite a nice girl in my own town. You and your piano were to me the open road to the most exciting life in the world-cities and lights and music--with me in the background being proudly presented as the wife of the brilliant composer and pian- ist. Well, I've certainly been the background, Derek, and that's about all.
 T suppose you came home to hear Marks last practice before his first big night. Well, I won't be here to hear 1t. I refuse to stay here and see my own boy have his head turned by your pub lic."
 Mark, outside in the hall, drew in his breath sharply. Gee, he hadn't figured mom ever felt like this. So she thought his head would be turned. Did she figure dads was?
 Of course. dad was always sur- rounded by those silly women. Like that woman last night, rolling her eyes and smiling while nom was trying to talk about banking with her old husband. Mark had noticed that young Doc Martin had come over and sort of rescued nom. Come to think of it, Doc Martin had been hanging around a lot late- ly. Gee. it couldn't be that nom was planning? She sure had been looking kind of pretty and excited every time Doc had drop ped around in the afternoon.
 Young Mark ran silently up the front stairs. He threw himself on his bed and lay there for a long time in the darkening bedroom. Gosh, if he could only think of some plan. Nom seemed to think no one needed her. If he could only get that idea out of her head.
 If he only had the nerve to go through with it. But he couldn't fake it. He knew that piece of his with his eyes closed.
 Mark groaned and showed his head under his pillow. He couldn't let his father down like that when he'd been waiting months for Marks first concert. But still, there was nom to think of.
 His mind was made up. He'd
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-01-03
WHOMqo FIR5To| lN AMERICA :
 By Joseph Nathan Kane
 Author of Famous First Facts"

When was the first tobacco tax levied?
 What workers were first to go on strike?
 What town was first to be named for George Washing ton?
 Answers in next issue.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-01-03
Answers in next issue.

Answers to Previous Questions DLACKWELL'S book was "A D Compleat System on Fenc- ing or The Art of Defence in the use of the Small-Sword." It was a reprint. with American references. of a British book. The President Harrison sailed from San Francisco on its around-world cruise, although earlier cruises had been estab. lished. Prof. E. J. Smedt, a Belgian chemist, laid Newark's first asphalt pavement.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1935-01-03
DAILY SHORT STORY
 FIRST NIGHT His Fathers Career Had Caused Family Dissension, SO Mark Decided to Sacrifice His Own.

have years to play in concerts again. If he could only get nom to stay over for it tonight.
 He went slowly down the stairs and walked into the dining room His mother, hat and gloves lying on the buffet, sat there facing hia father. Are you sick, Mark? You look pale. You're surely not nery~ ous? Not the son of the famed Derek Saunders-even on a first night. I'm sorry can't stay to- night to hear you. I've been callr ed away rather suddenly"
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1935-05-28

The Supreme Court has released American in
dustry from wise in which it being strangled.
By holding invalid the codes laid down under the
National Industrial Recovery Act, the court has
given to American business an opportunity to go
ahead and fight its way clear of the Oppressive
forces which delayed and impeded national re-
covery.
It has also given to the American people assur-
ance that there remains in this land stability of
government defined and PRESCRIBED BY LAW.
The fact that the court was unanimous in its
decision is evidence that clear-cut issue was at
stake; an issue with tremendous potentialties for
upsetting the fundamentals of the American con-
cept of government.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1935-05-28


They hope that before the end
of the month of June, Vice
President John Nance Garner
and Speaker Joseph w. Byrns
will agree that it is time to quit.
Judging by the lethargy that
has thus far marked the session,
however, it is somewhat unlikely
that the boys will go home in
June.
The NRA muddle, the AAA
program, Social Security, hold.
ing company legislation and per-
haps even the bonus remain to
be settled. There are other inn
pOrtant measures on the books.
Each problem will occupy con-
siderable time.
Propaganda for and against
all of the measures continues
to roll in and members are
undecided even noD as to how
they should Uote on n1dny of
the important questions.
In a recent session it had
been expected that the doors
would close in June. They did
not end that session until
midsummer. And at that ses-
sion they did not have the i'm
portant bills pending that they
have on Capitol Hill today.
Consequently, it is extremely
doubtful that the boys will
conclude in June, although the
country frets and the Presi-
dent is anxious to have them
shut the doors.
That missing hat of Vice
President John Nance Gamers
was one of many presented to
him by friends.
This headpiece, lost by the
Vice President on the press and
Congress outing, had been given
to him by Anon G. Carter, of
Fort Worth.
It was not a part of the Buy
American" program, however.
It came from Italy.
Repeal has had one inter-
esting effect in Washington.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1935-05-28
Listen, World = = By Elsie Robinson

snooty on the subject. I don't
believe people should go around
hanging onto each other.
And I'm quite a little proud
of my ability to manage my af-
fairs unaided.
YET AT THAT MOMENT
THE TOUCH OF HER WARM,
FRIENDLY, LITTLE HAND
MEANT MORE TO ME THAN
ALL MY SMARTY, THEORIES
OR THAT RITZY DENTAL
PARAPHERNALIA.
I've done a lot of thinking
since I had that tooth pulled
and, I am, trust much humber
and wiser for have discovered
a great secret.
I have discovered the secret
Of the fundamental h UNI a n
need.
We talk so much about human
nature these days.
We read and write such pom.
derous tones on the adjustment
of human behavior.
We outline disciplines and de-
liver sermons and make expert
ments for regulating of fellow
men.
And all the time, there's just
one thing our fellowman really
needs.
There's just one need that will
comfort him in sorrow or
strengthen him in weakness or
heal him in viciousness.
AND THAT'S KINDNESS
COMMON, HUMAN KINDNESS.
You may flash your glittering
battery of science and art.
You may envelop him in psy-
chology and anesthetize him
with philosophy.
BUT THE ONLY THING
THAT WILL KEEP HIM WHEN
FATE IS YANKING AWAY AT
THE UNDERTAKINGS OF
HIS SOUL IS THE TOUCH OF
A FRIENDLY HAND.
Copyright. 1885, by King Features
Syndicate, Inc.)
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1935-05-28
Put the Schools First

disappointing that the elaborate machinery which has
been set up dispense thousand million dollar work
relief fund has given any indication of its attitude
using of that money repair the damage which has been
done public school systems throughout the country
years.
Preliminary announcements of projects which meeting
with the of the various boards contain approval Of many
propositions which of any great necessity and of little
demonstrated worth. .......
the appeals educators and parents that portion
the be devoted rehabtatng the sadly damaged
school system of the country have been met with stony
silence the part of the administrators.
The Federal Office Of Education time ago surveyed
dons and found that large of money could be spent
advantageously in meeting the crying need for additional
and their plea found immediate and support
the part of the public generally
projects found by the Federal officials
necessary exist in the National Capital When
sdered that the schools here well compared those
can be readily judged
Many community school buildings programs far behind
before the depression With the coming of the depression
the programs abandoned almost entirely although the
school population increased greatly because Of economic
ditions.
There has been little real progress made toward overcoming
this disparity between growing school population and de-
creasng accommodations The individual communities not
financial position embark building programs just
now.
They look to the Federal Government for assistance.
Such assistance be and should be given both in the
interest of giving jobs interest the children who
are being deprived of decent school facilities
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1935-05-28
Australia


The average traveller is find
ing out something that the ex-
perienced tourist has known for
years. It is that a voyage to
Australia is one of the mostAde-
lightful, thrilling experiences to
be found in the world of travel.
The shipping people tell us
that there is a distinct increase
in bookings across the blue Pa
cific to down under" and no
wonder, for the journey to Aus
tralia itself is one of thrills,
beauty and delight.
First the islands of Hawaii.
then fascinating Tahiti with a
look-see at Papeete, little Paris
of the South Seas. Then on to
our own Samoa with the blue
and green landlocked harbor of
Page Page. Next Suva, FijianS,
fire walkers, scarlet and yellow
hibiscus. Rarotonga is the next
port of call, a riot of tropical
color and beauty, followed by
New Zealand with all it's wonders
and glories.
To the traveller who knows
Australia, many scenes are
strongly etched on the back
ground of memory. Sydney and
Hobart harbors, each perfect in
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1935-05-28
Supreme Court Tells American Business Men Go Forward

ward confidently to their conducting that business
in way to benefit the American people.
The decision should also have an effect upon
Congress for, plainly it is warning to that body
once again to take up the task which is imposed
upon it by the Constitution.
Too many laws as imprudently drawn as the
MIRA have been rushed through Congress by i'm
petuous experimentalists Veteran legislators with
an appreciation of their duties and responsibilities
have been pushed aside while laws have been
written by meddlers who have no conception of
duty and not the faintest shadow of responsibility
The decision is tocsin call for return to
sanity in legislation and SANITY IN BUSINESS
AND INDUSTRY.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1935-05-28
EdisOn's Faith

Those who hold many do that science and faith cannot
be reconcd should read the views of the late Thomas Avs
Edison this subject They contained old magazine
which has recently to light.
Mr.. Edison said:
81 tell you that person can be brought into close
contact Uith the mysteries of nature, make close
study of chemistry, Without being convinced that behind
it all there is Supreme Intelligence.
81 am convinced of that and think that could per-
haps may time the existence of such
Intelligence through the operation of these mysterious
laus uth the certainty of demonstration in n1athe
n1ntcs."
MIR. Edison's SCIENTIFIC mind of the greatest
that this country any country has produced His beliefs
thus publicly stated but long buried in obscurty will bring
comfort today many persons pepexed by LIES bewder
ments and wondering what it's all about
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1935-05-28
Three-Minute Journeys
By Temple Manning

beautiful setting, the glorious
beaches, with crowds enjoying
surf riding; lovely Melbourne,
new, vigor garden-like
Everywhere, a handsome, enter
prising proud people frankly in
love with their surroundings. 1t
is a real experience, this visit to
Australia, whose people are so
like our own.
The two main cities are
Sydney and Melbourne and
both are worth a long visit.
But out of the cities into the
bush and one comes to the real
wonders of Australia. The ami
mails are like no other with
pouched mammals like the kan
CARGO, the lovable koala or ma
tive teddy" bear. And many
of the aboriginal tribes are no
more advanced than was the
stone-age man.
The forests are exquisite with
their giant eucalyptus trees
that SIZED their bark but not
their leaves; the strange tree
ferns and the yellow mimosa
growing in profusion every
where, the latter just one OF
the 500 odd varieties OF the
acacia,