size and three-quarter length. It is painted in a charming evening gown of light toned yellow satin with low neck, pointed bodice and skirt opening over a narrow petticoat front of delicate brocade, a gown that might have been worn by some grande dame ancestor of its present owner, yet up-todate, dignified and graceful in 1909. The canvas is handsomely framed in antique gilt.

In making the presentation speech, Mrs. Whipple gave a charming testimonial to Mrs. Walker's nobility of character and graceful womanhood.

MRS. ESTHER FROTHINGHAM NOBLE, CHAPLAIN GENERAL.

Mrs. Esther Frothingham Noble is the wife of Rev. Thomas K. Noble, pastor emeritus of the First Congregational Church, of Norwalk, Connecticut. She is a native of Massachusetts, and is connected with some of the most prominent New England families. On her mother's maternal side, she is a direct descendant of Major Benjamin Frothingham, a personal friend of General George Washington and one of the original members of "The Order of the Cincinnati." Mrs. Noble is named for her grandmother, Esther, a daughter of Major Benjamin Frothingham. On her mother's paternal side she belongs to the noted Emerson family, that long line of ministers and teachers, who have been, ever since colonial times, such an important factor in the religious and educational life of New England. On her father's side she is descended from Captain Thomas Bradbury, one of the earliest settlers of Salisbury, Massachusetts, and for over a half century one of the most influential citizens, and from Roger Conant, one of the earliest settlers of Salem, Massachusetts. Her Revolutionary ancestors are Major Benjamin Frothingham, Captain Daniel Emerson and Saunders Bradbury, who rendered loyal service on many a hard-fought battlefield. During Mr. Noble's pastorate in Norwalk, Connecticut, she was state vice-regent of Connecticut, regent of Norwalk Chapter. She is a member of "The Daughters of the Cincinnati," "The Daughters of

Founders and Patriots," "The Daughters of 1812," "The Pro Re Nata Club," The Mary Washington Memorial Society," the board of directors of "The Aid Association for the Blind,”

and also of "The Presbyterian Home for the Aged." She is an honored member of the "Society of New England Women" and of the National Geographical Society."

STATEMENT IN REGARD TO CONTINENTAL HALL MADE AT THE JUNE MEETING OF THE NATIONAL BOARD, 1909.

The President General Mrs. Matthew T. Scott, addressed the Board as follows: It is a matter of regret to me that I

have no personal report to make this morning. I have been in Washington since the last meeting and have been trying to familiarize myself with the work. I have made no visits because I feel that being new to the business, I should familiarize myself with my duties.

I will now read to you the report of the expert engineer, Professor Mechlin :

Professor Mechlin said on Saturday the building was progressing very well. Twelve of the monoliths had been received and the thirteenth would be received the latter part of this week. It will take about two weeks to put them in position and then the Memorial Portico will be complete.

The marble which was placed in the vestibule will be replaced by perfect marble before the building is entirely finished. The interior is practically finished, with the exception of two coats of paint and the floor sills etc. It could at any time be completed within two weeks' time, so that the offices could be moved, although it would be very much better for the work of the building, as well as for that in the offices, if the building was not occupied until the first of September. He advises giving the three months notice required by contract, to the Washington Loan and Trust Company on the first of June, and that has been done.

There seems to be some delay in sending marble for the east and north porticoes; but steps have been taken to ascertain the cause and measures will be taken to insure its being forwarded more rapidly.

At the last Continental Congress a pledge of $5,000 was given for the elevators in memory of Josiah Bartlett, of New Hampshire.

Professor Mechlin and the architect unite in thinking that a freight elevator is as much needed as a passenger elevator. Bids have been obtained; the lowest bid from a responsible firm being $4,995. This is satisactory to all concerned and I ask your authority to accept this bid and have the work begun at once. Various changes will have to be made to install these elevators and the cost will be about $1,500. With your approval, I will also order these changes to be made.

The order has been given to the architect to provide the

necessary additional chairs and to the District authorities to pave the sidewalks on the three sides of the building, and it looks as though we were really beginning to see the beginning of the end. It is my sincere hope and belief that our next Board meeting in October will be held in an entirely finished. building.

I think the AMERICAN MONTHLY MAGAZINE exceedingly interesting, reviving each month our knowledge of colonial history which to many had almost passed from memory, I cannot well do without it.-MRS. MORTIMER SMITH, Temple, Texas.

I could not be regent of a chapter without reading the AMERICAN MONTHLY MAGazine.—Julia MCALMONT NOEL, Pine Bluffs, Ark.

The business manager of the AMERICAN MONTHLY MAGAZINE regrets that it is impossible to answer as promptly as she would like to do, the letters concerning the Magazine, etc. As soon as the accumulated mail can be answered the regular routine work will be taken up and every communication promptly attended to.

MINNIE F. MICKLEY.

RAISING AND DISPLAYING FLAG.

The following are the rules which should be observed when proper respect would be paid to the United States flag: It should not be hoisted before sunrise nor allowed to remain up after sunset. At "retreat" sunset, civilian spectators should stand at "attention" and uncover during the playing of the "Star Spangled Banner." Military spectators required by regulation to stand at "attention" and give the military salute.

When the national colors are passing on parade, or in review, the spectator should, if walking, halt, and if sitting, arise and stand at attention and uncover. When the flag is flown at half staff as a sign of mourning, it should be hoisted at full staff at the conclusion of the funeral. In placing the flag at half staff, it should first be hoisted to the top of the staff and when lowered to position, and preliminary to lowering from half staff, it should be first raised to the top. On Memorial Day, May 30, the flag should fly at half staff from sunrise to noon, and full staff from noon to sunset. ("THE PRESS," Philadelphia. Sent by Miss Josephene Kerr.)

Mrs. Althea Bedle, the author of the poem that appears in this issue, was chairman of the flag committee of the New York Federation of Clubs. She has given twenty of our banners to organizations. With her heart full of the glories of the flag, she saw it in the heavens.

The chairman of the committee which secured the beautiful portrait of Mrs. John R. Walker, recently presented to the Continental Hall, was for many years historian of the Elizabeth Benton Chapter and later of the Kansas City chapter of Missouri. Contributions were sent to her from both chapters and individuals. The artist was T. Carl Smith.

I beg to assure you of the great effort on my part to secure subscribers for the Magazine. It ought to have a circulation of 65,000, for every Daughter ought to read it.-SARAH E. SCHERTEL PILGRAM.

"The Battle of Red Bank" is the title of a pamphlet that has been issued by Wallace McGeorge, M. D., of Camden, N. J. The careful student of American history will enjoy and appreciate these complete accounts of events in the War of the Revolution.

Please let me say the Magazine is indeed a credit to the managers and to the Daughters, and I assure you our chapter looks forward with pleasure to its coming.

(MRS.) LAVINA MORRISON TURNER.