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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Feb 07, 1917
Page
7
Representatives of District Citizens urged a popular vote as hearings opened on the Sheppard dry bill. The committee voted 9 to 7 to end daily sessions at ten minutes before convening. Attendees included WCTU leaders and the District Referendum Association as debate touched on granting a referendum and the meaning of treating guests.
Special to The Washington Port reports that Standard Oil raised wholesale gasoline to 24 cents a gallon after a 2-3 cent hike six days earlier. Garages added 3 cent to 3 cent handling fees, pushing retail prices to the record level reached last April and briefly again last spring, with Broadway garages and upscale districts showing 23 cents a gallon.
Hartford Feb 6 The Connecticut General Assembly approved a bill granting Gov Marcus H Holcomb power to conduct a census and inventory of men and material available for wartime use as part of military preparedness following the governor’s address to a joint legislative session urging action under current conditions.
Pittsburgh February report states that William H. Coleman Republican withdraws his contest for the thirtieth Pennsylvania district seat in Congress. M Clyde Kelly Democrat thus secures the seat without further opposition after a November return.
A fragment explains Ely's Cream Balm relieves catarrh and nasal congestion. It claims to clear air passages, reduce mucous discharge, and soothe inflamed membranes with a fragrant antiseptic application. Cited as a remedy for colds and catarrh available in small bottles from druggists.
Columbus dispatch reports the International Custom Cutters Association opened its annual convention in the city. William G Witlin of Philadelphia notes military cuts may arise due to looming conflict. Some shops already show the trench coat used by English officers. Tailors describe trend toward narrower trousers and spring browns and greens. Twenty suits and eight overcoats are the standard requirements for a well dressed man.
The Senate passed a pensions bill doubling monthly benefits to about 500 former life saving service members disabled in duty, with the average $24. A separate bill authorizes construction of three coast guard cutters for Beaufort North Carolina Detroit and Honolulu, with a total appropriation of 1 350 600. Col Edwin A Halsey is reappointed by Gov Stuart to ride in the inaugural parade. Senator elect Wolcott of Delaware met the Vice President and was introduced by Senator Bailey. Nomination lists for second lieutenants in the Marine Corps were sent to the Senate including George C Hamner Lloyd L Leech James M Bain and others. Assistant surgeon William H Whitmore is named for the Medical Reserve Corps Navy.
A steady rain in San Antonio on February 6 disrupted the Third District of Columbia Infantry training. Instead of battalion drills, troops held regimental classroom sessions in mess shelters. A Second Battalion parade was canceled. Capt Edward W Fullam is sick. First Lieut George A Monagon acts as adjutant.
A Martinl reports from Charlotte that two Hailan submarines reached Bermuda to join British and French ships pursuing the German raider. He also says a German prisoner escaped from Hamilton by hiding under a box in the water and likely sailed away as a stowaway aboard a ship.
Senator Penrose warned against hasty moves to government ownership amid war needs. He argued American industry can meet wartime demand with current managers and patriotic cooperation, opposing government control of shipyards armor plate and communications as inefficient and detrimental. He cited European belligerents’ food efforts as achievable through cooperation.
The U.S. Court of Appeals in Cincinnati upheld a district court decision that John D. Rockefeller does not owe Cuyahoga County, Ohio taxes on $211,006 worth of property. The ruling found that keeping a summer home in Cleveland did not establish Ohio residency for tax purposes. Attorneys argued Rockefeller’s legal residency was in New York.
Naval promotion fight spills into executive session as Republicans oppose Cary T. Grayson’s confirmation to medical director with rear admiral rank. Poindexter warns against war drama while Democrats push for public consideration. Meanwhile Constance White, artists model and painter, faces over fifty shoplifting charges in police court.
New York reports Chicago became the focal point as the General Managers' Association representing eighteen large railways asked the federal mediation board to intervene amid a threatened strike by Chicago switchmen. An ultimatum was issued after a strike vote, targeting schedules in force since 1910. If the strike occurs, Chicago could be cut off from the nation by rail.
Maj. Gen. Pershing, arriving from Columbus, prepares to assume headquarters here and direct troops from the punitive expedition into camps vacated by returning national guard units. In Columbus the Fifth and Seventh Cavalry with support detachments begin overland movement to El Paso, while twenty Villa followers captured await examination.
Mrs. Wade W. Weatherly, 30, of Philippi Barbour county West Virginia, died from burns sustained when her clothing ignited beside a grate while holding her 3 month old baby. The infant escaped serious harm. Surviving are husband, stockman of Philippi. her father Marion F. Floyd of Bridgewater Rockingham county. and four sisters. Born Margaret Floyd of Harrisonburg. Authorities report husband and child among survivors. tragedy occurred yesterday.
Two barges named Iowa and Kennebec with five men aboard disappeared off Sandy Hook during a snowstorm and gale. The tug Covington, towing them from Newport News to Boston, rescued two crewmen but failed to reach the remaining three. Covington backs to Hoboken to discard ice before continuing to Boston.
Derby England February six four prisoners charged with conspiracy to murder Premier Lloyd George and War Council member Arthur Henderson were committed for trial today. The accused are Mrs Alice Wheeldon her daughters Miss Anne Wheeldon and Mrs Alfred George Mason and the husband of Mason.
Fifty women and six detectives attended a monster revival advertised by Rev John R White in Manhattan. The event aimed to summon messages from the dead. Police arrested White on a charge of fortune telling after a ring ritual incident. Witnesses said White had charged women for charms and “treatments” to aid Wall Street success.
The President's Own Garrison No. 104 of the Army and Navy Union voted unanimously to back President Wilson over the German crisis. A committee will relay the decision to the President and draft a memorial to Congress urging a national holiday on Admiral Dewey's birthday or Manila Day, to be known as Dewey Day.
State Department received delayed dispatch from Ambassador Gérard stating Germany released 64 American prisoners for pay on British armed merchantmen as war weasels. Funeral in Cumberland for John P. Gandy, a wealthy merchant and bank director, survived by wife and five children. Continental Banking and Trust Company closes in Panama.
The article reviews historical recalls of ambassadors and diplomats by U S presidents from Washington to Lansing, citing cases like Genet, Crampton, Dupuy de Lôme, and German officials. It notes recalls over profanities, insolence, political meddling, or hostile activities, with emphasis on prompts and outcomes across eras.
Hoboken New Jersey February 6 More than 1000 members of the Scheutzen corps a German American society forwarded a resolution to Washington declaring loyalty to the United States and pledging unwavering support to the President in defending rights and liberty A second resolution was sent to senators and representatives urging all honorable means to avert hostilities with Germany.
Albert H. Gary, chairman of United States Steel, said in New York that the company has not considered placing plants at the government’s disposal in war. He added the firm has shown willingness to aid the government and would act as loyal citizens if necessary during critical times.
Paris reports Rear Admiral Lacaze, minister of marine, told the Senate that only about one half of one per cent of tonnage entering French ports in the last seven months was sunk by German submarines. He warned the figure might rise but pledged eventual Allied victory despite German efforts. Senator D'Hastournel challenged the government's submarine policy in reply.
An old advertisement praises Musterole as fast relief for neuralgia and various pains. It describes applying a small amount to temples and neck to draw out inflammation and soothe soreness. The white mustard oil ointment is recommended for sore throat bronchitis croup stiff neck asthma rheumatism lumbago and injuries and claims to prevent pneumonia.
The congressional leak inquiry debated closing hearings and the testing of Ruth Visconti’s testimony as sources said two Washington reporters Bevary and Price assisted in sending forecasts of the peace note to New York and Chicago brokers. Witnesses, including Connolly partners Robertson Bolling and others, contradicted prior New York testimony about authoring the forecast.
Junk thieves exchanged shots with police at Half and Q streets southwest while attempting to steal and dismantle machinery from the Columbia Sand and Gravel Company plant ruined by fire. Two men, William Jordan and Ruben Taylor, were captured after a chase that ended at the pumping station fence. one was knocked down, both were treated at Casualty Hospital and later jailed at the Fifth precinct.
Harrisburg Feb 6 The national guards and Pennsylvania State constabulary will be called out to guard the Bethlehem Steel works and about twenty munition factories in the state. The action comes after a telephone message from Secretary of War Baker to Governor Brumbaugh.
The article notes a shift to rough textures in spring fabrics driven by veloura and bolivia cloths, with pebbled, basket-weave surfaces and homespun weaves turning up in sport coats and suits. It highlights rough surfaces in hats, including crocheted strand toques with raw edges, signaling a fashionable, tactile trend.
The article discusses whether to completely repaint a car or simply touch up and varnish based on current paint condition and owner goals. It notes that badly worn or peeled paint requires full refinishing, while sound paint with dull varnish benefits from careful touching up to extend life economically. It also advises timing refinishing in spring, ensuring varnish hardens before service, and gentle washing to protect fresh coats.
The article advises buyers to choose familiar routes with varied terrain including hills rough roads and smooth boulevards to compare a new car against known models. It stresses testing all gears brakes clutch and handling quietness tire inflation and ride with multiple passengers and to push for the exact tests desired while dismissing excuses from a poorly conditioned demonstrator car.
A 60 member special committee was formed to cooperate with the Council of National Defense and a three member delegation will be sent to Washington to work with the council. The resolutions were adopted at an afternoon meeting attended by federation representatives.
Youngstown Ohio February 6 reports say girls in the city pest house were visited by young men who talked through windows, kissed them, and mingled with crowds. Louis Sanborn a contractor insists the board of health must set a rigid guard at the city hospital. Authorities are attempting to identify the young man accused.
New York State plans cadet corps of 25 000 boys aged 16 to 18, with possible expansion to 244 000 if work exemptions are removed. One hundred forty three tugboats form auxiliary fire fleet. Women suffrage groups offer services to Gov Whitman and Mayor Mitchel. National security groups urge support to Wilson. Samuel Gompers pledges labor to avert war if possible.
New York Central Railroad announced an embargo today affecting all shipments of food and nearly all goods from Cleveland and areas west of Buffalo, due to severe winter weather and freight congestion, with coal exempt.
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