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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Feb 12, 1917
Page
9
An unsigned letter urges arming steamers to meet submarines within 60 days by mounting two forward guns and one aft, plus a diverging net 10 feet ahead and 10 feet to each side to trigger mines and torpedoes. It claims the net, lowers and raises, would not slow ships and could destroy subs, with captains instructed to ram and fire while passengers waive indemnity. EC.
A letter lauds the Post editorials for common sense and urges decisive action contrasting with German aims. The writer likens danger to rattlesnakes and argues enforcement requires positive, efficient measures. HAROLD W. Stevens signs, with dated notes and a Hartford, Conn address.
Mrs J A Mahon argues that women’s suffrage did not swing the 1916 Illinois presidential result. She cites official totals showing similar Wilson support among men and women and contends suffragists overstate influence while urging conformity to family voting patterns and state representation.
The Washington entertainment committee expresses thanks to The Washington Post for assistance and cooperation in entertaining the International Federation of Catholic Alumnae in Washington DC on November 27 1916. Ida Hill Bowie signs the resolution on behalf of the committee.
Reader letters defend Benjamin Franklin against an editorial error claiming he did not say there is never a good war. The writer argues Franklin did state there never was a good war in letters to Dr Shipley Bishop of St Asaph on June 10 1782 to Sir Joseph Banks on July 27 1783 and to Josiah Quincy.
The Editor urges every American to aid President Wilson in avoiding war amid a global crisis. Citizens, corporations, and individuals should defer actions risking war, prioritizing the lesser evil to protect the nation’s honor. ARTHUR MACDONALD.
A fragmented OCR item references Bringing Up Father with notes about copyright and patent office marks, suggesting a syndicated comic feature or legal registration. The readable bits imply a publication context rather than a full article, with no clear dates or locations.
A reader commends an editorial urging patriotism and unity. The letter stresses loyalty and the need for Americans to present a united front to all enemies, wherever they come from, reflecting wartime civic sentiment.
In a pointed column H. M. Shale argues Americans fear war with Germany is overblown while noting Germany cannot readily strike, submarines may dwindle, and U boats face Allied countermeasures. He predicts a bloodless war and urges defiance against pacifists, while noting possible seizure of interned German ships for U S use.
Letter to the editor argues that granting U S citizenship to Porto Ricans would not secure loyalty during a national crisis. The writer notes Porto Ricans have considered themselves American since cession and criticizes the idea as unjust and unnecessary despite calls by administration readers.
Classified notices show pay scales from 900 to 2500 and calls for ambitions, with Home Service listings for domestic help. Separate barber and office job ads appear amid a political critique of Puerto Rican loyalty and a Porto Rican protest by Pedro Capgr Rodriguez of Jackson Place.
The Rev Dr Martin in a Dumbarton Avenue church sermon urged unwavering support for the President and Congress in war time. He said money, food, minerals, science, invention and labor are essential, but culture, faith, and newspapers would inspire and rally the nation, with the church standing behind government and soldiers.
A card party will be held this afternoon at Rausacher's to aid St. Inigo's Mission in Maryland. Games begin at 2 30 with a tea dance from 5 to 7 p m. Many young people plan to attend and many tables are reserved.
Several positions listed including experienced machinists sought at Goodyear Tire and Rubber. Also openings for a retail cigar salesman, a colored pinsetter, a bookkeeper, and a runner in a bank. Wages range from 2.00 to 16.00 weekly. conditions include 8 hour day, steady employment, and English ability for some roles. Applications in person or by box at various offices.
Classified help wanted notices from a historical Washington DC area page list female apprentices for millinery dressmaking and related design courses at New York Milinery Academy and other schools. Positions offer training periods, pay after learning, and night school options. Many entries include addresses on G Street NW and nearby avenues, with various housekeeping and domestic work opportunities.
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