Thinks Carranza Only Man Who Can Give Mexico Peace
William L. Simpson of San Antonio argues in his letter to the editor that Carranza is the only man who can bring peace to Mexico. He denounces recent editorial stances against Carranza, condemns interventionist threats, and warns that backing a U.S. imposed government would anger Latin America and jeopardize long efforts to win genuine friendship in the region.
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Carranza
Mexico
Post
Europe
Pan-American Union
pan-America
Bryan
South
Central America
Latin-America
United States
William L. Simpson
San Antonio
Tex
Notable Quiet Deaths In History By Leo Frank
John Phillips Meekin reflects on fear and dignity in death citing Leo Frank and a Georgia prison execution. He notes Frank’s calm refusal to waver, his three quiet responses, and his final declaration of love for wife and mother as a moral example. He ends by praising Jewish endurance and virtue.
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Feciter
Creen
Georgia
Frank
Lao M Frank
Cobb County
Mintona
John Phillips Meekin
People of Middle West back Wilson policy say most support it
Editor Bell reports a three week survey across Illinois Indiana and nearby towns interviewing Republicans and Democrats. He finds broad backing for Wilson's foreign policy toward Mexico and Germany and shows little dissent except among German American groups who rarely speak publicly.
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Wilson
Mlincie
Indiana
Linos
Indianapolis
Terre Haute
Ind
Mexico
Germany
H, C Bell
PAD PAVEMENTS ON 15TH STREET NORTH OF THE MALL
Editor Post decries the defective sidewalks on Fifteenth Street between the Treasury and the Mall. The author condemns public authorities for neglect, noting daily danger to pedestrians and the public image of Washington. W A Greer signs the letter urging prompt pavement replacement.
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15Th Street
Fifteenth Street
Treasury
Mall
Mexico
Washington
W. A Greer
Capital Traction
Esa
Zoee Potomac Consid
Ten Utiites Co
Continental Trust
Bib
Wash. & Southern Bank
Munsey Trust
Steamboat
Wash. Exchange Bank
Baskwi
Washington Baseball Club
Gayety Theater
Riggs Nat. Bank
Thomas L. Hume
G Street
Steamboat Fine Remittance Controversy Sparks Press Call
Alexandria letter questions a scandal in the Inspection service where steamboat firms fined for violations win remitted after pressure from congressmen. The writer warns that department officials bow to congress to avoid future budget cuts and urges nationwide press action.
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Post
Rbastland
Inspection Service
Alexandria
Travel Under U S Flag Or Waive Responsibility
A reader questions whether Americans should sign away claims on government protection when traveling on belligerent vessels. The editor ponders if the flag is strong enough to insure travelers or if insurers would pay in cases of self danger. Old Lady.
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United States
Remembering Gen Upton and His Military Policy Book
Correspondents recall Gen Emory Upton and his unfinished manuscript Military Policy of the United States. Sherman urged publication as valuable authority, later revised for public release in 1904. The 495 page cloth edition costs 65 cents, with free postage from the Government Printing Office.
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Brevat
Maj
iGen
Emory Upton
Upton
Gen. Upton
Army General Staff
Elihu Root
Government Printing Office
R.t Edmo
Mr Bryan’s call to arms in wartime policy debated
James M Norfleet of Tarboro NC argues editorial stance on avoiding war zones and the need for decisive leadership. He questions Mr Bryan’s position, contemplates police and militia use, and supports Allied victory over concerns about cotton prices, urging prudent action and allegiance to national success.
Organization of German Army and People
Editor Post argues that German military success stems from a centuries‑long organism formed by cooperative effort across national and local governments. He rejects the idea of a single organizer, noting the evolution of disciplined liberty and duty that binds individuals to collective governance and the nation.
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Germany
England
Mr Bryan Is Right praised for preserving neutrality
Charles Kiener and family from University of Virginia thank The Washington Post for the August 25 editorial Mr Bryan Is Right. They commend the Post for upholding neutrality and peace during troubling times and express loyal support for a newspaper that sustains these ideals.
German Right to Outline Communications In War
Editorial argues belligerents may disrupt enemy communications by sea and land. It cites the sinking of the Arable, a British auxiliary cruiser, and recalls past actions like the Civil War and Spanish-American War. It urges waiting for the German side of the story before reacting further.
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Finch
New York
Liverpool
Associated Press
Germany
United States
England
France
Sampson
Schley
Cubs
Atlantic
JAHONY HOLDs THIS Is Not Time To Enter War
Cushing Daniel argues against rushing Americans into war over alleged provocations. He warns of 160 million citizens bearing debt and suffering the horrors of conflict. He urges patience and a focus on common sense rather than strained diplomacy or protecting distant vessels.
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C. Cushing Daniel
Writer Appeals To Save Great Falls From Dam
Halter Post voices strong warning against spoiling Great Falls by backing Potomac water into a stagnant lake and building an ugly dam and powerhouse. It argues that power potential should not trump the site’s beauty and notes Chicago steam power can rival Niagara in cost.
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Halter Post
Great Falls
Potomac River
Chicago
Niagara
Holland writes of powder plant at city point
A long early 20th century dispatch discusses a proposed Schwab powder plant near Cape May and Delaware Bay, valued at about 30 000. It contrasts with larger Bethlehem and New Haven rifle plants, noting geography and transport. The piece reflects wartime production priorities and historical business decisions.
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New York
Charles M. Schwab
Cape May
Ocean Front
Delaware Bay Front
Schwab
Bethlehem
Great Arma Company
New Haven
Conn
Chase
Gov. Winchester
New Haven Railroad Company
Winchester
New Haven Bay
Bridgeport
City Point
Powder Plant Boom Spurs City Point Transformation
The Du Pont company builds a massive powder plant near City Point Virginia, expanding from the Wilmington headquarters. The project spans 1,200 acres and a 10-foot barbed wire perimeter, transforming rural James River farmland into a cosmopolitan industrial town of about 17,000 as workers from Italy Greece and Poland arrive.
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Grant
America
Great
Wilmington
Del
City Point
Rappahannock
Richmond
du Pont de Nemours Company
Gen. Grant
James River
Norfolk & Western
Italy
Greece
Poland
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Tarboro, N. C
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Tate
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Bayonne
McKinley
Spain
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Washington Loan & Trust Company Cor
John Joy Edson
District of Columbia
Swartzell, Rheem & Hensey Co
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Lamportsholt
New Wild Fast
Renee Brees
Axnat Das
Pennsylvania Resorts
Beaumont Cottage
Florence Finley
Auloto
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Tenela
Lom House
Withont Usi
Elberon
Sireproof
Ennessee
Beach
Virinia Ave
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N. J
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Young
Labor Day
Monticello
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Nr. Beach
Virginia Resorts
Atleglleghany Inn
Goshen
George H. Lehker
Mar
Alleghany Hotel Co
Fiahi
Soland
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Hastern Shore
Elkton
Bikton
Shenandoah River
Graham
Glover Fields
Albemarle
Randolph
Kenwick
Hampton Roads
Old Point Comfort
Norfork
Woodward Buildings
Norfolk & Washington Steamboat Co
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