Panama Canal Called Eighth Wonder By War Secretary Baker
War Secretary Newton D. Baker returns from Panama Canal Zone with first hand insights for Congress. He extols the canal as the century’s greatest civil engineering feat, a thriving hub of US ownership and maintenance, and a key to global commerce with growing profits and strategic value.
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Smelling committees face cost survey in Congress
Washington April 40 A comprehensive survey of the expenses and activities of the various investigating committees of the House is planned by Democratic leaders who want to determine the cost of operating these "smelling committees." Dozens of committees have probed war administration, with sessions in Washington and junkets abroad, including a trip to France to review General Pershing. Despite large outlays, no fraud was uncovered and partisan divides dominated reports. Democrats argue the inquiries failed to yield legislation while Republicans claim waste is inherent in war economies.
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France
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Von Kapp Troops Photographed in Berlin Demonstration
In the final act of the von Kapp force in Berlin mobs demanded the resignations of von Kapp and von Luettwitz. To display power he ordered armed troops to march through crowded streets, but the scene backfired and he and his officers were forced to flee the city.
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Berlin
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House probes may cost nation more than they yield
Democratic leaders urge disclosure of the price of House investigations and the money wasted by critics who say the probes added taxes without producing meaningful results. The piece notes parties’ blame game as the campaign looms. It also mentions a Swiss law requiring couples to plant trees after marriage and after birth.
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Switzerland
Greeks viewed undiluted wine as barbarism
A remark notes that ancient Greeks considered drinking wine without dilution as barbaric behavior. It frames wine as a beverage to be consumed with water, reflecting cultural norms of moderation and social ritual in classical society.
World paper production in 75 years ago
Seventy five years ago annual world paper production was about 200000 tons and did not rise much beyond. The text notes the limited output and implies growth potential in the industry.
Camphor Industry in Formosa Seen as World Market Bulwark
Washington reports a National Geographic Society bulletin on camphor imports noting Formosa under Japanese control holds a practical monopoly. The piece quotes Alice Ballantine Kirjassoff describing camphor workers facing Formosan head hunters and armed guards, with forests surviving only due to that danger.
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National Geographic Society
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Japan
Alice Ballantine Kirjassoff
Woolsey resigns as solicitor to join Lansing in law practice
Lester Jr. Woolsey, former solicitor of the department of state, resigns to practice law and handle international matters with Robert Lansing, former secretary of state. He contributed to wartime diplomacy and helped with Count von Bernstorff’s passports and peace conference technical matters.
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Lester Jr. Woolsey
Department of State
Robert Lansing
Woolsey
Count von Bernstorff
Camphor Tree Value Based on Circumference Measure
A 20 foot circumference is noted as ample while camphor trees are valued by girth. An average tree with a basal circumference around 41.2 feet is described as yielding substantial material, indicating sizable practical output from mature specimens.
Kidney Pills Help Back Aches From Kidney Trouble
A Cleveland man describes catching a cold that settled in his kidneys causing back and side pain. He reports relief after using Foley Kidney Pills and urges others to try the remedy. Sold everywhere.
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D. C. Damond
W. 30Th St
Cleveland
Electric motor propelled baby carriages offered now
Electric propelled baby carriages are now available for purchase. The new battery powered models promise easier mobility for parents and caregivers seeking modern infant conveyances.
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