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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Aug 22, 1916
Page
5
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The proposed eight hour day faces many unsettled questions and disputes. An arbitration board would scope collateral issues, while a durable plan requires broader authority. President Wilson’s basis suggests a path with the ICC overseeing fair implementation and potential rate adjustments.
Investigations point to high gasoline prices driven by rising demand and dwindling wells. More cars than ever, even surpassing wartime effects, pushed costs higher as crude oil remained scarce. The trend shows supply constraints and demand growth keeping prices elevated.
The text discusses how large oil companies historically dissolved to avoid monopolies, with subsidiaries often staying within their territories. It notes competition in crude oil purchase and occasional inter-subsidiary rivalry in gasoline sales. It concludes that natural conditions will resolve the present issue and that new crude sources and price declines follow, urging the Federal Trade Commission to use gathered information to guide proper action.
The Senate debated a restrictive immigration bill aimed at excluding laborers who cannot read or write. Critics argued it targets honest workers while allowing criminals to pass via literacy tests, and warned vetoed provisions reappear. The piece notes Japan, China, and Hindu exclusion as casualties of timing, urging restraint amid war-era tensions and uncertain European peace.
A year into 1916, U S gold reserves stood at $200 million, with imports by August totaling $212.8 million, twice any prior eight month total. New York received nearly $16 million from England and Canada last week, pushing year start imports toward $225 million. Through May to August, New York saw $37.0 million plus Pacific coast arrivals, signaling imports could top $300 million for 1916. Britain considers a $250 million loan to ease exchange pressure, though past Anglo French loans show limits. Central banks in Germany, France, the Netherlands, and Spain report rising gold holdings while England and Russia show declines. Since 1915, the Bank of England has lost $60 million.
The report notes 680 000 and a Bank of Russia loss of 77 748 with new monetary shifts in Europe. It discusses paper money circulation and the risk of enemy nations exploiting the United States by delaying gold preparedness after the war ends.
A reflective piece contrasts missionary zeal with world events, muses on birds in war zones, and notes a new treaty between Secretary Lansing and Ambassador Spring-Rice protecting birds on both sides of the Canadian boundary. It weaves literary allusion with wartime satire and light political quips, ending with a quip about a fixed race and betting.
Sir Francis Vane, known for his flamboyant public persona and ties to the suffragette movement, is reported as barred from further service in the British Army. The piece recounts his prior roles, alleged actions in Dublin, and subsequent censure from Gen. Sir John Maxwell, noting his past controversies and family lineage including Sir Henry Vane.
Dr G Yen M Dearborn explains easy thinking hinges on time for thought and personal solitude. People are too busy and crowded, especially youth, so solo walks or slow cycling foster thinking. schools are too crowded and extra schooling can be an investment if it teaches thinking. The piece ends with a local ad and a farmer's testimonial about trial service.
Senate pursued a morning hour debate on immigration and the justice of administration with Democrats revealing caucus details. Gallinger’s inquiry into federal trade commission authority was adopted. Senator Thomas linked the Congressional Union for Woman Suffrage to Republican gains for Hughes. A Utah camp bill budgeted 86000 for rookies transportation and subsistence passed. House notes a noon meeting.
A Scientific American report describes the German flamethrower progress during WWI. It notes long study from the patent era, ignition improvements, and a double-barreled gun design that enhances range and directs a burning jet toward the target to form a sustained sheet of fire.
A light verse from the Detroit Free Press extols the happiness of a missus free night. The speaker savors a calm evening at home with a book, a shawl and chair, free from chores, noise, or social obligations.
K V Covilts reports in National Geographic Magazine that blueberry plant cells develop internal pressures up to seven atmospheres and beyond, enabling ducts to open. Minute, thick walled chambers prevent explosion, distributing force across many tiny cavities rather than a single large cavity.
Ulysses S Grant, then a young West Point graduate, and Julia Dent, daughter of Judge Dent, wed on August 23, 1843 after years of courtship. Their union began amid family disapproval but deepened through his frontier service and Mexican War valor. The Dent family later softened as Grants rose amid early military success.
A local column debunks the dog days myth noting rabies has no season and discusses how heat, pups, and odd behaviors affect dogs. It warns about handling a twitching or barking dog and offers old fashion care steps and remedies.
A Houston report notes Texas enjoys an earlier and longer watermelon season than elsewhere, lasting about a month longer. The piece also touches on advice, affinities, and cautionary folklore about charmed partners and cooks.
Former Secretary of War Jacob M Dickinson advocates compulsory military service as national defense policy. He notes border troops gain experience, praises citizen sacrifice among Rio Grande guards, and predicts a tight U S Senate race with Culberson favored in Texas and Colquitt seen as strong Luther German bloc supporter.
Capt. A. Kelly of the Royal Flying Corps lauds British and French air power at the Willard, noting German trench maps, impressive aircraft capabilities, and successes over German lines. He compares air superiority to German and French forces and comments on submarine observation from the air. Kansas City lawyer R. J. Browne weighs Progressive strength, predicting a strong Republican plurality in Kansas despite Dem signals.
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