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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1916
Page
5
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The piece argues the present income tax omits many payers and that the new bill would double taxes, hit corporate and munition investments, tax insurance companies twice, and burden life policy holders and heirs. It contends higher taxation hurts investment, thrift, and national prosperity, urging tariffs as the better revenue source.
A humorous column on galluses or suspenders, tracing their cultural bite from Roman toga imagery to modern tailoring. It notes the International Custom Cutters Association meeting in Cedar Point Ohio as pivotal, and laments the clash between tradition and “progress” while hinting at political usefulness of visible garb.
The passage pivots on social change and domestic manners with satire on fashion and economy. It mocks substitutions like a nail for a button and predicts the decline of galluses and obsolete fashion items as generational shifts occur, while noting public commentary on household skills.
Prosperity's drive taxes railroad equipment to a national calamity risk if a strike occurs. Eastern shipments from Chicago exceed last year by 20 percent amid a car shortage. Railroads fear wage costs and future demand for equipment while grain and high-class freight suffer box car scarcity. A general strike would be as costly as war.
The Industrial Union of Argentina and leading Argentine merchants filed a formal complaint with the U S consul general in Buenos Aires accusing American manufacturers of breaching contracts and business agreements. The piece argues for self regulation by American firms and expects the Webb bill to empower cooperative foreign trade groups to ensure trustworthy conduct.
South states have enacted laws to curb removal of laborers as industry and agriculture grow. Russian agents shipped a full shipbuilding crew from Norfolk to Russia, including foremen and draftsmen. In Georgia 2000 black workers left Savannah for the Pennsylvania Railroad after a local ordinance charged a $1000 license for labor recruiters.
Police arrested several Philadelphia agents for violating state law as a labor shortage grows across the South and East. A recent shipment raises total U S migrants taken from Savannah to 3100. Factories brace for resource drains while auto and munitions firms lure workers. Pending immigration reform is urged to avoid curtailing desirable labor.
The article argues for retaining a revenue DIN amendment that would require fresh and frozen halibut and salmon caught off Alaska to be landed at American ports. It warns that Canadian port access via the Grand Trunk Railway could divert the fleet from U.S. ports, costing Alaska and Pacific coast economies. It notes Canadian protest and urges safeguarding an American industry.
The article argues for expanding U S cotton production beyond 12 916 000 bales to meet domestic and especially rising foreign demand as war Europe winds down. It notes consumption of 14 813 000 bales last year, urges wheat and other crops’ diversification, and warns of potential price rises if peacetime supply outpaces demand. It also references policy debates and unrelated satirical comments.
Russia opens Nikolayevsk at the Amur mouth as a major commercial port with extensive docks built to ease American trade into Siberia and onward via the Amur River to the Trans Siberian Railroad. Much cargo already en route, bypassing congested Vladyostok and Manchuria routes. Col Aubrey Herbert, diplomat and soldier, returns from Mesopotamia and Turkey with multilingual prowess and a storied career, including Gallipoli and Mons. his circle includes Col Sir Mark Sykes.
The Silver Ship once a rich man’s toy and famed as Stevenson's voyage yacht Casco now shows wear. Sold into a fishing cargo role in the north Pacific the vessel earned a grim nickname among Fakarawa natives. Once private yacht to a San Francisco millionaire the Casco’s tale crosses through colonial sealing fleets and a late transformation into a schooner used for fishing.
The article discusses how young militiamen face major shifts after service. It notes gains for many as they confront a larger national duty beyond business and personal obligations. Soldiers gain perspective, endure change in habits, and emerge potentially stronger citizens, though some are hurt by the transition.
Hartford Courant Stafford Springs correspondent notes that sons of local farmers work for contractors at lower wages than their fathers pay laborers. Reasons include avoiding paternal bossing and seeking defined hours. Contractors offer predictable hours and the option to quit at day’s end, unlike variable farm days with no overtime pay.
In a Christian Herald vignette, a department store scene shows Margaret H. Sangoter watching a boy in a khaki coat go off to war. Her bright smile masks a soul torn by grief as patrons turn away, sensing her sobs and prayerful heart behind the farewell.
A Kansas City Star article summarizes a physician's view that hot weather, despite complaints, offers health benefits. He cites perspiration purifying the body, increased water intake, blood purification, and extended rest, noting openness of homes and porch sleeping as factors helping overall conditioning in summer.
A compact reading links baseball phrases to biblical verses from Luke, Numbers, Deuteronomy, Kings, and Kings Second. It notes lines about pitching places, running mighty men, bases Solomon made, and checks on outcomes, blending sports with ancient text references.
Owing to its strategic position on Lake Ontario Oswego, then in New York, became a focal point in the French and Indian War. Montcalm with about 6,000 French, Canadians, and allies attacked Fort Ontario at Oswego in August, 1756, after burning through Albany delays. The English surrender followed, with 1,400 prisoners taken and harbor vessels captured, altering colonial plans for that season.
The piece explores romance tied to riding and horsemanship, describing the lure of galloping, the image of a rider’s quest, and the imagined thrill of adventure. It reflects nostalgia for youthful gallops, the rhythm of hoofbeats, and the pull of distant ranges on the rider’s heart.
From the Boston Traveler a critique of constant urgency and the overuse of efficiency language. It argues that the rush to be always productive wastes energy, risks mental health, and devalues lifelong achievement.
An Atlantic Monthly interview with Greorge Moore by J L Ba derston discusses how an international language is forming naturally through war and the seepage of French into English. It notes writers like William de Morgan who sprinkle French phrases yet often do not know the language well.
A Willard hotel discussion quotes former Secretary Shaw and a Democratic official about tariffs. The exchange notes Democrats will consider tariff policy before the campaign ends, while President Wilson backs a tariff board and selective protections.
Melbourne lawyer J G Phillips notes Australia and New Zealand sustain the war for Britain while still enjoying large crowds at races and resorts. He cites 200,000 enlistments, $6,000,000 raised for war funds on Australian Day, and widespread home production. Edward Everett, Seattle lawyer, applauds Mrs Hughes and suffrage support, claiming progressives shift to Hughes as public women vote decisively.
M A Owen of New York argues for expert cooperation to shield manufacturers from German dominated finance and industry networks. He cites 80,000 German foreign trade associations and notes German banks finance major global railways, arms, and tech, urging American rivals to organize similarly. A Baltimore American quip about restitution follows.
A humorous fragment shows a mother and teacher discussing a son’s progress. The parent notes the boy improves overall but needs careful watching at scales. The sisterly toast references the father’s grocery business and a jokey comment on money making.
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