Wednesday, December 25 1924 At 12:30 P.M. started for Washington and a winter journey in Florida. Snow is on the ground but the day is fairly bright although more snow is predicted for tonight and to-morrow. Arrived at 8:30 and at 9 P.M. I am at the Wardman Park Hotel. December 26-27-28, Washington, D.C. Attended the G.S.A. meetings. A long program and a great attendance. Pierce elected President. Smith and Rinn's Presidential Address at National Museum. Banquet at Wardman Park Hotel where I am sitting; Lane toastmaster. The hit of the evening was the fun-making and singing by the Pratt and Freeman Club. The singing of the