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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Dec 09, 1924
Page
19
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A 1924 editorial argues against railroading the prohibition law into a separate Treasury enforcement bureau. It condemns the Anti Saloon League for seeking unequal treatment, urges统一 enforcement by the Department of Justice, and warns such bias would undermine constitutional rights and overload courts. The piece contends all violations should be prosecuted by the DOJ like other laws.
The death of Gene Stratton Porter removes a wholesome influence from American literature. Her passing follows an automobile accident viewed as preventable, underscoring the era’s flood of tainted writing and the country’s loss.
The piece notes Rudyard Kipling may feel satisfaction at a copy bought for 650 dollars in the United States, a sign of enduring respect while his homeland harbors suspicion. It compares to Blasco Ibanez earning 14,500 for a Buenos Aires lecture and implies teachers and principals are underpaid relative to other professions. Ludendorff fared poorly in German elections, missing an invite to President Ebert’s gatherings.
A satirical tale chronicles Greek politics with a dethroned king and a reformist republic. General Pangaios plots a coup from a brewery near the barracks, hoping to seize the National Assembly and jail the ministry, while conspirators stockpile ghostly bottles amid a tense city scene.
Displaying Spartan virtues the ministers celebrate after victory as the navy is criticized for lacking cruisers submarines airplanes and bases. Battleships are broken down guns need elevating and personnel is deficient. Canal remains open to destruction prompting a call for Congress to probe the actual state of the navy.
A hundred years since Ayacucho marked the end of Spanish rule in Peru. The piece lauds Simon Bolivar, his campaigns from Boyaca to Pichincha, the liberation of Bolivia and Colombia, and the Peru victory that shaped the hemisphere. It highlights Bolivar’s leadership, Sucre’s command, and Monroe’s U S policy supporting independence.
The French are praised for politeness and gift courtesies. Premier Herriot faced an awkward gift when the Cochin China Governor General shipped a baby elephant 2644 pounds to Paris for him. On voyage the elephant ate 400 banana bunches, inflating the bill. Herriot, shocked, sent the animal to a zoo with best wishes.
Captain Sir Bertram Hayes of the Majestic faces retirement under an age limit regulation. Across the Atlantic he is famed for discipline and power, with many recalling his intimidating wrath that kept crews in line and bold landsmen from fear.
Warmed and comforted by the captain's bluff kindly assurance his inflexible discipline made every ship and crew a model of efficiency. During World War I he commanded the Olympic and rammed a German submarine to save the ship, shouting Damn the torpedoes Full speed ahead. The Antisaloon League then urged placing the dry law under Treasury Bureau scrutiny.
Dr David Starr Jordan, a pacifist advocate, wins 25000 for an education based peace plan. His concept includes revising school histories to remove national oppression references and curb patriotism, promoting internationalism and pacifism over nationalism.
General approval of the raid on I W W in California seized pernicious literature aimed at public schools to mislead children about government and history. The piece condemns a popular children's history book as false, noting it mocks patriots and distorts facts, while praising librarians and criticizing apologies to the I W W.
An expert explains gem origins from coal to opal and crystals. The diamond is coal evolved, while opal gains iridescence from water. Rubies sapphires topaz emeralds derive from silica, alumina, and trace elements. man-made gems remain inferior to nature's crafts.
The Portland Oregonian argues revoking prohibition would not force drinkers to comply with laws, noting widespread illegal whisky and a physician’s warning after a case in which eyesight was harmed. It cites Minnesota tax officials finding under half of one percent of samples genuine whisky.
The piece mocks so called Experts on Women and their pretensions while contrasting grand theories with real household experience. It notes lasting truths from literature, cites Juliet’s line as a test of sincerity, and questions the authority of public authorities on gender.
A reader decries widespread use of preservatives in meat products alleging formaldehyde and salicylic acid taint breakfast sausage. The plea urges government action to stop adulteration and protect public health.
The reader letters discuss Patrick Henry’s Tarquin and Caesar speeches in Williamsburg and Richmond, debating historic accuracy and political interpretations. The second letter condemns a Philippine article series as biased, and contrasts alleged Filipino misconduct with American figures. A third writer praises a December editorial on prohibition, citing issues with denatured alcohol and its dangers.
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