Washington Chapel Chronicle 7, no. 12 (March 1916): 89-96

Washington Chapel Chronicle 7, no. 12 (March 1916): 89-96

Author: Emma W. Crawford, W. Herbert Burk, Washington Chapel Guild

Year: 1916

The March 15, 1916, issue of the Washington Chapel Chronicle is a detailed record of ongoing developments at the Washington Memorial Chapel in Valley Forge, as well as related patriotic and community activities. Below is a summary of its contents: Chapel Construction Updates Construction on the stone chapel will resume shortly as weather permits, with preparatory work continuing at William M. Sullivan's shops to ensure no delays once building begins. Washington Memorial Library Plans for the Washington Memorial Library are highlighted, including its architectural design and purpose: The library will feature state alcoves marked with names and arms of U.S. states, housing state histories and biographies. Efforts to expand the library's endowment fund are ongoing, with over 13,000 volumes already collected. A reproduction of George Washington's personal library is planned to honor Washington as a book lover. Boy Scouts Event Boy Scouts from Montgomery and Delaware counties held their annual field day at Valley Forge: Activities included treasure hunts and signal practices. A service led by Rev. W. Herbert Burk emphasized the importance of preparedness, drawing lessons from Valley For