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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Apr 10, 1915
Page
11
The Washington Post discusses subscription terms and delivery options, urging clear budgeting and accounting. It calls for government and private entities to adopt businesslike fiscal practices, advocating transparency in revenues and expenditures. It notes the need for improved budget systems and accountable taxation at all levels.
A broad view argues that decisive end to the European war is unlikely soon for any side. The Constantinople stalemate, Dardanelles, and Turkish alliance shape risk of protracted fighting. Germany and Russia could alter balance through a Dar danelles transfer, but that would spark new conflicts. Britain hesitates to commit troops beyond its perceived interests.
A critique of budgeting and accounting laxity in West Virginia New York and other states argues that rising tax burdens stem from loose treasury practices. It warns that hidden deficits, large loans and new levies shift costs to citizens while officials critique corporate overcapitalization. The piece calls taxpayers to deny waste and demand accountability.
The article surveys Premier Count Okuma declaring harmony with great powers over Japan's actions in China while Peking reports Japan pressuring China to concede demands. It notes Japan seeks land ownership, police, fortifications, munitions deals, railroad control, Buddhism promotion, and expulsion of foreign firms. The piece argues the U S must defend its interests, warning of future Pacific conflicts.
The death of Dr. Ernest P. Magruder in Belgrade due to typhus ends a life dedicated to fighting disease in Serbian hospitals. His work with American physicians in wartime Europe is marked by selfless service under harsh, unsanitary conditions, where disease and exhaustion threaten all. Despite losses and ongoing typhus among Red Cross units, volunteers continue to bind nations’ wounds as leaders in medical aid.
The text contemplates erecting monuments to notable figures, suggesting one grand monument could suffice for all, though it envisions future generations still honoring military heroes with towering shafts as others fade.
A New York State taxes protest grows nationwide as critics urge budget discipline. The piece argues for a budget ledger linking income and expenditures, warns against endless commissions, and suggests economy and efficiency as compatible with governance. It notes public pressure rising and calls for a return to lean administration.
National bank examiners report permanent business improvement with Maine as the only state in low mood. Crop estimates dip slightly due to March dry spell, but outlook suggests another banner year with rising manufacturing orders, rail and locomotive equipment demand, and job creation. Freight rate award aids commerce as spending rebounds, signaling steadier prosperity ahead.
Secretary of War Garrizon notes American and British military attaches abroad face a dilemma if insulted on the European continent. Duels forbidden by military regs, yet refusal to fight risks losing commissions and social status. Instances of duels occurred, but secrecy shielded action. Also profiles Baroness Margaret Uray Uray and the Hungarian peerage scandal involving Baron Valentine Uray Uray and forged property documents.
An appeal from the Chicago Journal urging farmers and nature lovers to protect birds for both beauty and essential farming benefits. Citing studies, it notes birds eat pests like tent caterpillars and canker worms, with Brookline Massachusetts cited as a success story after feeding and protecting birds. The piece argues communities should act to restore and safeguard avian life to save trees and crops.
From the New York World the Chief Justice questioned Harvester Trust counsel about expanding reaper maker business and seeking credit from J. P. Morgan & Co. The exchange hints at monopoly capitalization and high finance influencing industry expansion.
The Troy Times announces a two cent price rise citing higher production costs, labor and materials. The editorial defends the move as standard business practice, noting newspapers nationwide have raised prices to cover greater expenditures.
In the London Chronicle a club luncheon discussed shaving methods and recalled a past competition at the Royal Aquarium. Teddy Weeks emerged as champion, shaving a man in two minutes for an hour with an ordinary razor, bloodless, inspiring the question of whether the safety razor can beat this record.
Georgia jury finds Eliik Bates not guilty of assault with intent to murder W. N. Stovall who testified after Stovall recovered from injuries from a singing incident. The trial centered on the audience reaction to a song ridiculing the man. The verdict ends the case with no conviction.
In a Philadelphia Public edition a brief comic item notes a miscommunication at a train station. A new cook asks about a 7:15 train and learns she will ride the same train, prompting light misunderstandings in a stepped dialogue.
A satirical column notes that every man is the master of his own destiny but acknowledges limits, citing an inmate in a penitentiary who wishes to become an aeronaut as a contrary example.
A concise relic of Horatio Gates born April 10 1728 in Malden England and died April 10 1805 in New York. His Revolutionary War career included Saratoga Stillwater and a South Army command though he faced criticism for alleged lack of courage and efforts with the Conway Cabal. He served in Braddock’s war and later held a Virginia farm life before political military roles.
A mixed verse piece places the Rainy Day idea by Lanne Haynes Martin among dreamlike stanzas where Happiness, Beauty, Plenty, and Peace personify. It shifts to a rough, regional romance in Mary McGuire dialects with bold vows of love and despair, hinting at a threatened marriage and forced plea.
Miss Helen Dodge an 18 year old deaf mute from Baldwin Street Lestershire will speak at the graduation of the Malone State Institution for the Deaf and Dumb in June. She was born deaf yet learned to speak with normal vocal cords and has developed strong lip reading abilities. Her achievement is claimed as a first in this or any similar institution.
The sun and tide table notes sunrise and high and low tides with a forecast from the Weather Bureau. For the District of Columbia and Maryland expect partly cloudy skies with mild temperatures and light to moderate southerly winds this weekend. Virginia forecast similar with little temperature change, while the Mississippi and Ohio valleys may see cooler air Saturday and Sunday. Recent showers occurred in the Mississippi valley and upper lake region as a trough moves eastward. Overall, fair weather is expected nationwide with no major temperature shifts through the weekend. Local readings list temperatures from midnight through 2 pm, humidity, rainfall trace, and sunshine percent with highs around mid 60s to 70s and lows in the 40s.
Fragmentary text references a social roommate described as long and tall. It mentions gym credit earned that week and no work. There is a line about swinging dumb belies at a ball for the deaf mutes. A Philadelphia Public Lecturer appears and an erudite reporter asks Senator about a poticn.
Senator Miles Poindexter of Washington, a leading Progressive in Congress, says he will announce his return to the Republican Party upon returning home to outline reasons and views on reviving the party. He notes Progressives did not merely act as individuals and cites Chicago and St Louis elections as indicating discontent with Democratic control and the need for a strong GOP.
A French soldier buried in a trench after a shell exploded exposes his face when his dog frantically digs him free. The dog leads rescuers to the comrade, forces his way onto a hospital train, and earns a kennel beside the master. Amputation follows at a Paris hospital, with the dog visiting twice daily.
A brown horse named Major broke free from a delivery wagon on Manhattan streets, wrecking two automobiles and leaping onto a truck. After a frantic dash from Madison to Thirty-fourth Street, four policemen and several drivers helped pull Major away. Driver Daniel Weinartack received a summons for leaving the horse unattended.
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