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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1914
Page
14
Copenhagen dispatch cites a neutral banker with Germany ties saying official censorship hides hard truths. Industrial leaders fear protracted conflict and a collapse of trade, predicting hardship for Germany and allied economies as exports, credit, and morale falter.
In New York Mrs Ta Tote and Mrs John W Heannen advocate relief for war sufferers while opposing certain tactics. Mrs Gertie is in Washington discussing Red Cross Week activities and relief efforts amid criticisms of fundraising methods. Members of the Women’s Political Union scrutinize charitable appeals as donors in Boston and New York recall prior charity drives and federal support.
From the Staats-Zeitung in New York on December 7, the article argues not all German critics share equal authority on war views. It critiques The Times for alleged anti-German bias and discusses England's role and double indictment over wartime responsibility, noting differing opinions before and after initial facts emerged.
A Courrier des Etats Unis piece reprints Dr Dernburg and Prof Liszt predicting postwar Europe redrawn by nationalities, with no major annexations for Germany beyond Alsace Lorraine and Belgium folded into the empire, while Germany regains colonies and seeks friendly ties in a new world order.
Congress will convene today to push agricultural, fortifications, military, post office and harbors appropriation bills. Leaders say no extra session likely. cotton currency fight fades as defense, naval expansion and aviation funding draw focus. Debates on army navy appropriations, ship purchase, suffrage and prohibition loom amid hearings this week.
Historic frigate Constellation, returning from Washington to Newport, lost two anchors and fouled its tow line off Thimble Shoals Light in a 59 mph gale. Tugs Ontario Hercules and Massasoit rescued the vessel at Norfolk navy yard with 24 feet of water aboard, while Cape Charles lightship was saved after breaking from moorings and life savers reached it amid rough seas.
London reports actor-aviator Robert Loraine was wounded while sketching enemy positions when a shrapnel bullet struck him below the shoulder blade, pierced a lung, and exited near the collarbone. He was in bad condition at first but is now improving under medical care.
Waters sisters bridesmaid at a former wedding. William Jewel best man then present. Ambassadors of Chile entertain many friends at Sixteenth Street residence. 20 young ladies attend. Guests include Isabel Neon, Felisa Neon, Agnes di Cellere, Beatrice Henderson, Emma Holmes, and others. Society column lists arrivals, departures, and forthcoming engagements in Washington.
Helen and Warren plot a holiday social drama planning an informal home dance. The Stevens couple approve, with jokes about a dinner-for-the-losers bet and a post Christmas gathering to cap the season in a lively, upscale domestic scene.
Dr. Carl Osterhaus son of Rear Admiral Oscar Osterhaus and his nurse bride Elizabeth Currie wed last Wednesday at City Hall New York. They met two weeks earlier at Sea View Hospital Staten Island while he was on duty. guests teased the couple as they returned to work. Mrs Osterhaus, 24, came from Kings County Hospital. A hospital ballroom dance followed, with Senator Joseph T Robinson and family among attendees. The Duchess of Aesta canceled a Cape winter plan due to war, possibly wintering in Palm Beach. An art exhibition benefiting war relief opened at Mrs Gertrude Vanderbilt Whitney’s studio, with many notable attendees and a free viewing until next Thursday.
Invitations issued for the December 19 wedding of Miss Stella Beehler, daughter of Commodore William H. Beehler, and Ensign Theodore Dr. Rudduck, U.S. Navy, to be held at St. Anne's Church in Annapolis. Rudduck, appointed to the Naval Academy from South Carolina, graduated last June.
Pastor Russell denounces clerical ordination as a human scheme that binds people to creeds and power. He argues bishops and popes shaped church authority since ancient times, contrasting true Gospel humility with ecclesiastical pomp and says ordination hides Bible truth while enabling control by clergy over laity. He urges Christlike liberty and the Holy Spirit over sectarian vows.
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