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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1924
Page
28
A letter on International Mercantile Marine stationery invites readers to call on the paper with suggestions. The Post emphasizes its open latch string and willingness to welcome input from subscribers. It contrasts this American habit with a cautious buyer mentality.
In Senate debate on Muscle Shoals, Senator Norris of Nebraska denounced the government ownership plan as a dangerous move and likened it to Teapot Dome, urging action before March 4. Senator Underwood defended the bill, questioned motives, and announced a filibuster claim while urging timely passage and funding for Dam No 3 and Dam No 2 work at Muscle Shoals.
London reports have Mr. Bridgman stating in the House of Commons that under the Washington treaty only certain capital ships may be retained, totaling 580 450 tons. All other capital ships must be scrapped or disposed of by February 17, 1925, with obligations to scrap Thunderer Ajax Centurion and King George V deferred. Scrapping must begin no later than Nelson and Rodney completion or December 25, 1926 if delays occur.
Orville Wright marked the twenty first anniversary of the first successful flight by working in his Dayton shop. Many congratulatory messages were received as the aviation pioneers reflected on the milestone and their historic achievement with Wilbur Wright.
Maj Gen William B Mitchell testified before the House fireteft committee that battleships can be sunk by airplanes. He warned air power and cross-ocean routes, urged consolidating government flying activities, and backed the Curry bill for a cabinet air department.
Rep Fred A Britten Republican of Witness urged President Coolidge to invite white nations bordering the Pacific to a conference on improving economic commercial and political understanding. He said Japan's war posture underlines need for a mutual defensive policy and announced he would introduce a House resolution to authorize a Pacific conference. The remarks came at a Willard hotel banquet hosted by major West Coast chambers.
A man named Shearer asserts he acted for naval efficiency and warns against pacifist propaganda. He recounts his one man torpedo boat work with the Navy, meetings with Roosevelt and Admiral Benson, and his lifelong family military service. He says Hearst offered support but he has never worked for pay beyond the torpedo boat project.
A wartime style notice requests inquiry into any leak of secrets held by the military establishment or related persons. It notes that officers may publish articles on professions or subjects without higher approval if signed and mailed to the Navy Secretary for the Navy Department’s files.
Mr Britten urges a Pacific conference to promote solidarity among white nations and discuss defense, economics, and politics. He suggests Australia, Canada, or Honolulu as host to avoid Ottawa influence, noting Japan’s naval activity and arguing shared defense would deter conflict and reassure Pacific stability. He endorses action by Australia or British Columbia if Congress stalls.
Tokyo reports Tsuneo Matsudaira new Japanese Ambassador to Washington says he will labor for better understanding and friendship between Japan and the United States. He emphasizes Pacific peace depends on cordial relations and asks for U.S. trust in his sincere commitment.
The Fleet Corporation awarded fuel oil contracts totaling 7,036,000 barrels. The Standard Oil Company of New Jersey secured 6,340,000 barrels with deliveries to New York, Baltimore, and Charleston at prices from 1.74 to 1.79 per barrel. The Maxtean Petroleum Company of New York will supply 396,000 barrels to Jacksonville and Houston at 1.50 to 1.70 per barrel. The Magnolie Petroleum Company received 1,300,000 barrels to be delivered at Beaumont, Magosto, and Sabine at 1.45 per barrel.
John W. Price and Joseph W. Cox, attorneys for Commander John F. Cox, U. S. N., filed an answer to the comptroller general's writ application to supersede an injunction blocking pay withholding. Cox seeks to settle whether officers must repay alleged excess allowance pay, a dispute challenged as unjustified by Navy officers. The suit, first filed in District Supreme Court, arose after Cox’s salary was withheld from March 14 to August 15. The comptroller general claimed the officers owed the government for allowance pay taken over time. officers deny repayment and argue the money was received in good faith and the right to withhold pay was not established. Justice Hoehling issued an injunction. the government appealed to the Court of Appeals for a supersedeas.
The President's agricultural commission, appointed to determine a lasting agricultural program, will reconvene here January 5, per latest advice from Chairman Robert D Carey of Wyoming.
The House passed by 282 to 39 a national bill excluding pistols revolvers and other concealable firearms from mail shipments. It covers DC and states, allowing certain official conveyances while banning general mail orders. Penalties include fines up to 1000 dollars or up to two years imprisonment.
A debate over postal pay increases unspools as allies urge sustaining the veto. President Coolidge presses Republicans to link raises with higher mail rates, while senators and House members maneuver to control timing. AANP letter criticizes postmasters costs and second class mail allocations, citing a $14.64 million net loss in the last fiscal year.
Eight regional offices now open with thirty five established since August under the decentralization program. Sixteen more offices to be opened. Regional managers appointed in most operating offices. Director Hines announced yesterday.
Completed returns show Hiram Bingham, Republican, decisively defeats Hamilton Holt for United States senator elect. The New Haven tally indicates a substantial majority, with reports noting Bingham’s lead of about forty thousand votes as results come in from Connecticut.
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