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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Feb 02, 1917
Page
9
A 1917 Washington Post display lists subscription prices for daily and Sunday editions by mail and in print. Rates include weekly and monthly options with Sunday included or excluded, payable in advance, and multiple foreign advertising reps are named. Edward B. McLean is listed as president.
A historical commentary argues that a U S break with Germany over submarine warfare is likely unless Germany backs down. It discusses potential actions by the Wilson administration, possible naval and justice measures, and the goal of preserving U S sovereignty without hastily declaring war. The piece notes the note of January 31 and the likely timing of diplomatic moves.
In a House clash over which section must fund national defense and who should buy the bill, lawmakers overlook that all citizens benefit and pay, regardless of tax limits. Some Democrats claim Eastern States bear full responsibility for the preparedness effort, ignoring broader contributions.
President Wilson advocates increased armaments on a Western tour and gains reelection for four more years. The South aided preparedness, while the East pushed it, and critics argue that taxing a single section harms the nation. Excess profits taxes raise retail costs, passed to consumers nationwide, making class-based policy detrimental overall.
The constitutional assembly at Queretaro signed a charter that asserts Mexican sovereignty, proclaims resources as government property, and favors natives in employment and land. It bars foreign allegiance for real estate, cancels prior concessions, and risks repelling foreign capital while relying on the Monroe Doctrine for protection. Ambassador Fletcher’s upcoming visit may clarify how far Washington will shield Mexico.
A New York City prize fight fatality prompts calls to repeal the state boxing law. Officials cite superficial prefight exams and blame fly by night promoters for corrupting the sport, while Gov Whitman backs restricting exhibitions to established athletic clubs with long leases.
A St Louis judge endorses farmers as best jurors criticizes city readers for muddled views from newspapers and magazines. He argues farmers lack modern problem awareness and are less influenced by sensational ideas, making them more suitable for verdicts.
A Missouri judge is urged to reconsider views on jurors reading papers. The piece argues country readers grasp law better than city readers. It claims papers educate jurors and that rural jurors may render wiser judgments when opposed to jargon.
The new Federal farm land banks will ease loans for improvements or livestock and allow landless citizens to buy farms. Loans run five to ten years with interest not above 6 percent and no commissions. Investing in farm bonds keeps money at home, aiding agriculture and industry while supporting national prosperity.
Mme Alexandra Narishkine founder and directress of the Alexandra Hospital at Saloniki for wounded allied officers is praised in a day’s order by General Sarrail. She is closely related to Russia’s ruling house, claimed as a daughter-in-law of Alexander III, and linked through her family to the Oldenburg and Youriewski lines, with a tangled history involving nobility, emigration, and dynastic plans.
Recessed at 6 50 p m until o clock night session was held to consider the water power bill Adjournment taken until 12 o'clock this morning Senator Lodge opposed the Peace plan and league to enforce peace Senator McCumber approved the President's ideas on peace but opposed peace without victory Fortifications bill of 510100000 passed nearly unopposed Agricultural appropriation bill reported may be called up today Porto Rican bill to be considered this morning Postoffice hearings on postal appropriations Commerce on rivers and harbors further hearings on universal military service District pay raise for employes rate to be determined after legislative report Adjourned 8 p m until noon Passed administration revenue bill 211 196 measure now goes to the Senate Immigration bill literacy test provision passed 285 106 majority Majority Leader Kitchin urged unity Naval affairs minority report on naval appropriations bill four battleships three cruisers opposed Passage of Potomac bridge bill Motomkin Point Va California Representative Randall postal rates on newspapers 1 cent under 2 oz 2 cents over 2 oz for periodicals Representative Murray substitute for Susan B Anthony suffrage amendment to vote every competent male or female New York delegation will vote as a unit District reports from public utilities Washington ownership bill discussed in committee Tuesday Prohibition Senate resolution for inauguration protection 25 000 appropriation</S>
A display in the Holhenzollern Museum shows the German emperor gift dice used in a 17th century case. Suspects Ralph and Alfred contended for life by chance. Alfred’s torn die yielded a total of thirteen, prompting the prince to declare divine guidance. Ralph confessed and faced execution.
From the Roewell Record the upper berth is depicted as a risky wager akin to poker and marriage. The piece frames the berth as a test of entry and staying aloft till morning with two dollar stakes, a quarter to the porter if successful, or funeral costs if failed. It closes urging a sporting approach with life insurance and a long breath for a night's ride.
The note marks the 266th anniversary of Sir William Phipps born February 2 1651 in Pemaquid Maine later governor of Massachusetts and noted for treasure recovery and military exploits. It also honors John Carl Dalton born February 2 1925 in Chelmsford Massachusetts America's first professional physiologist and long time professor and surgeon.
A satirical column in the New York Sun mocks a self styled know it all figure. It ridicules claims of universal cure alls and political punditry praising a box of magic pills while lampooning pedantic phrases and public confusion.
Onion and cabbage prices soar with cabbage up 1000 percent and onions up 1260 percent in two years. Sauerkraut and mussed figures quoted. brokers claim difficulty securing prices. Notes from St Louis and Fond du Lac County discuss price spikes and a proposed Wisconsin law to exterminate the common house cat for protecting birds.
Prominent business figure F S Myers of Portland at the Raleigh voices praise for Western labor wages and farm prosperity. He notes high crop values, wool prices, new farm loans, road-building plans, and a booming shipbuilding sector tied to Oregon's lumber output amid tariff debates. Edward K Love of St Louis advocates universal training and stronger military readiness as essential. He critiques Hay's act and stresses compulsory service, then laments national guardsmen reenlistment prospects and the need for one-year Service. Cal A M Hughes recalls a Gum Springs sermon on habit and wordplay.
J H Lahm of Hazleton Pa argues local chambers focus on immediate interests and neglect broader community work. He cites 850 plus US cities at a national meeting, notes many have 24 000 to 75 000 population, and praises the national chamber for educating on industry conditions, citing Hazleton as an example of prosperity and civic engagement.
A new combination golf club from the New York Independent is described. A ratchet in the heel lets it transform into a driver, mashie, putter, midiron, or niblick. The device can be adapted for one or both hands, aiding both right and left handed players.
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