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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Aug 28, 1914
Page
8
A lawmaking summary notes a substitute bill for safety at sea expected to pass with little delay after Senate approval. The piece references a decked risk, conference negotiations, and the broader aim to align with international standards. Names and places are inconsistently captured in the OCR, but the core point is advancing a maritime safety measure.
Readable fragments point to a historical wartime dispatch mentioning Japan's fleet, fortress defenses, and allied observers. The piece references political figures, battles, and strategic locations, with scattered names and terms indicating a focus on naval force movements and regional tensions.
The Washington Post will publish brief impartial surveys of world war news from the Staats-Zeitung in New York and the Courrier des Etats-Unis. Experts will present salient views from reliable sources, interpreted for German and French readers to track army movements at a glance.
The Staats-Zeitung argues Russia bears primary responsibility for the European war. It cites 1912 shifting mobilizations, Franco Russian coordination, Joffre and Delcasse visits, and planned Russian expansion to 41 corps as proof of prearranged war readiness against Germany. The piece notes German protests and public defense measures, framing the conflict as a consequence of Russian and French preparations.
The Courrier des Etats-Unes reports French and Allied anxiety as German forces maneuver in Belgium. It argues Joffre’s army faced a strong foe, that German strength was overstated, and the French front shifted to Belgium delaying offensive action while awaiting reinforcements.
Sir Thomas Shaughnessy announced directors would contribute 3.1 million to the Canadian Patriotic Fund raised under the Lake of Connaught. He urged officers and employees to donate one day’s wages in September via payroll deduction, aiming to add about 10,000 more to the fund for wives and dependents of soldiers in Britain and allied forces.
Federal grand jury indicted Charles B Munday vice president of the La Salle Street Trust and Savings Bank along with Charles G Fox cashier and Thomas McDonald assistant cashier. The indictment charges a false August 28 entry that inflated assets by 200400 and showed cash on hand at 8037 while the actual balance was 198.37%27. Fox and McDonald are accused of complicity in the false entries.
The State central committee of the Prohibition party met today and indorsed the Progressive platform while deciding not to nominate a state ticket for the fall. The Progressive platform favors prohibition in city, county, state, or national scope, with unanimous support from Prohibition forces in the state. The committee did not remove the clause calling for unified support for Progressive candidates.
New York money market report from August 27 notes mercantile paper at six and seven tenths, sterling exchange for cables at 08a, demand figures around 995, and a Bar silver quotation. The brief covers interbank rates, currency movements, and minor price references.
Washington dispatch outlines the impact of wartime embargoes on U S foreign trade. It analyzes expected shifts toward Canada, Mexico, and especially South America as a remedy to vanished European markets. It notes Germany and Austria losses, Britain uncertainty, and the need for increased American exports and investments abroad.
May wheat traded at 1.25 a bushel in Chicago with May St May wheat hitting a high not seen since 1910 after the open before profit taking trimmed the gains. The market cooled within the first hour as James Wilkerson of the United States AIS offices noted the inquiry into wheat price advances would be part of evidence in the government suit against the board of trade.
MaDoO announces currency support allowing national banks to issue receipts secured by cotton or tobacco warehoused through associations under Aldrich Vreeland law. Treasury says 75 percent value, safeguards ensure use for farmers and storage assets, not speculation.
Senate commerce chair and key figures say no agreement on pork barrel items in harbor bill. A two week report window closed with leaders claiming no compromise, while others insist the bill will be passed as is or adjourned by September.
A fragmented report from New York outlines uncertain cotton futures as traders weigh varying supply and demand signals. Analysts note possible shifts in futures contracts and potential impacts from global market tensions.
Wholesale fruit and vegetable prices listed for California oranges bananas pineapples apples Florida fruits grapes cantaloupes watermelons apricots peaches plums pears. Prices shown per box crate or basket with figures and units, including oranges 9 ist 50 er box and grapefruit 1900 per box.
Chicago Ave Ge-Receipts show 70,000 heads lower with wide price gaps. cattle, hogs, and sheep receipts vary across regions. Market notes reference Sheen, Geigat, and other local buyers amid general declines. detailed figures are fragmented but indicate softer demand and lower head counts across categories.
Bankers are seen financing ship purchases as war stimulates demand beyond South America. Inquiries for iron and steel rise across the United States, while receivership for a pump company causes little surprise. Reports say a German arms shipment spurs bank activity and continued London exchange stabilization. Domestic trade shows gains in lumber, meat, and foodstuffs amid broader market movements.
Treasury annual financial page shows revenue receipts by month and year to date, ordinary disbursements, and general fund assets and liabilities. It lists notes, certificates, silver and gold holdings, and bank notes, with totals across assets and liabilities for the year.
Fragmentary OCR notes reference wheat futures and corn trading in New York with mentions of Norham, Net Xo, and West 106. The text hints at September prices, spreads, and a possible renewal in early autumn, but details are unclear. Entities include New York, September, Norham, West, and possibly ARLE Spirmer.
Market notes show mixed commodity quotes for produce and feeds. Listings include chickens and broilers, pork products, sugars, cottonseed, and oils with varying prices and unsettled trends. seasonal figures mention September through March with several fractional cents and quoted percentages.
Philadelphia markets show higher wheat and steady poultry. Prices for No 1 Northern Duluth export rose while spot export demand remained firm. poultry moved little with steady supplies and prices.
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