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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Feb 14, 1917
Page
10
Washington Post offers carrier and mail options with daily and Sunday editions. Rates show monthly weekly and yearly terms with prepaid payments and accepted remittance methods. President Edward B. McLean leads the Washington Post Company in Washington, D. C.
Cuba faces a staged revolution led by Jose Miguel Gomez after Menocal’s reelection. Fighting reported in Matanzas. Estimates place rebel forces at about 3,000. U S stance on Cuba’s future looms amid fears of intervention and possible annexation debates. The exchange questions independence versus American guardianship for regional stability.
A call to rapid enactment of military preparedness measures amid rising war tensions. Urges lump-sum funding for the President, removal of red tape, universal military training, higher Navy enlistment limits, harbor mining, anti submarine nets, motorboat patrols with rapid fire guns, and consideration of aiding allies through open ports. Also notes pending measures for submarines aviation expansion rail requisitions and defense plant mobilization.
The article argues the United States upheld strict international law during tense Germany relations. It notes no seizure of German ships in American harbors and strong protection for Ambassador von Bernstorff. It also mentions Wolf von Igel, linked to Von Papen, under indictment for conspiracy to obstruct the Welland Canal.
The article contrasts Germanys threats against American diplomats with the treatment of Embassy members and Ambassador Gerard. It argues the US maintains calm, upholding laws of nations while warning that Germanys misjudgments reveal a fatal flaw in its power. The piece urges steadfast observance of international law as safety and strength.
Berlin reports to Switzerland reveal German dire straits and belief that unrestricted submarine warfare will force England to surrender. Editorial urges U S convoys, naval protection of merchant vessels, and a firm stance: war or do war, to prevent Germany from turning submarine murder into law of the seas.
The article argues Carranza acts as Germany's agent by calling neutrals to curb munitions exports to Europe. It denounces his pro German sympathy while noting neutral rights exist but criticizes his violations of law and Mexico's own turmoil. It appraises related headlines and literary notes with a skeptical tone.
Odd Valentine superstitions endure with dressing luck on February 14. Readers are warned to avoid wrong side out garments and misbuttons, while hair color and first contact shape daily fortunes. Traditions from England link birds choosing mates to marriages born on St Valentine’s Day, amid anecdotes of cats unsettling famed leaders.
Miss Tessia McNamara, hailed as an American heroine for warning munition workers at Kingsland, has not found new employment. She holds many gold watches but no job, having lost her switchboard in the Canadian Car and Foundry explosion. Her competence as a switchboard plugger remains undiminished, though she currently lacks a working position.
The Milwaukee Journal reports a historic filing in Milwaukee County probate court where a will by Wilhelmina Weber uses a fingerprint signature instead of a traditional mark. Judge Karel set aside the document after witnesses failed to align it in the testator's presence. the estate is valued at several thousand dollars.
Adjournment at 6 06 p m until 10 am next day. Debate on rules changes for postage and committee amendments. Foreign relations outlines a Danish West Indies bill. Emergency revenue bill reported with amendments for Friday. Naval subcommittee named to handle naval appropriation. Rivers and harbors substitute $25 million. Bills to open harbors to allied ships. National guard reorganization repeal. District expropriation amendments approved for House conference. Shields dam bill sent back to conference. New England trade bodies back President. Joint session to count electoral vote. Naval and pension appropriations passed. Leaks investigation extended to Feb 27. Lindbergh impeachment proceedings delayed. Sheppard dry bill referendum hearing. Dam bill conference deadlock. Agriculture appropriation to conference. Public pressure over recognition of war with Germany. Military service provision in defense act proposed. Gasoline engine pamphlet printing bill introduced.
An array of items from wartime verse on coal shortages to a note on Lord Devonport restricting beer production for bread, plus a Scientific American sketch of a new super Zeppelin with armament and an observation car, all reflecting early 20th century tensions and innovations.
John Dickinson, Delaware leader and Continental Congress delegate, opposed the Declaration of Independence while guiding war efforts and early emancipation. Born in England to Quaker stock, he studied law in London and shaped key political writings. He died in Wilmington on February 14, 1808, at age 74.
Bureau document outlines February 12 1917 financials with a fiscal year deficit of 153 777 711 and a prior year deficit of 55 317 666. It lists ordinary receipts and payments, general fund assets, and total cash and metal holdings across gold silver notes and bank deposits.
Carlisle Pa. Dispatch reports Cumberland Hotel solved furnace trouble by mounting an outside traction engine beside the building. When the steam plant faced a strike, guests felt no discomfort as pipes connected to the engine supplied heat. The 30 rooms now stay warm and repairs can proceed without interruption. Proprietor Kilne notes the setup works but prefers not to make it a permanent fixture due to engine scarcity.
The War Department issues orders affecting Capt. Frank Moorman removal to coast artillery on February 10 1917 and lists officers placed on the detached officers list effective February 11 1917 including Capt Arthur Holderness and Capt Hugh Broadhurst in cavalry and many others across infantry cavalry and coast artillery with transfers to field artillery and cavalry positions, appointments to aviation and medical corps, and details for officers on recruiting service leave of absence and examining boards with assignments to Fort Slocum Sandy Hook and other posts. Several officers are also moved to different regiments and permanent stations with joins to Thirty-fifth and Twenty-third Infantry among others.
Judge Warwick M. Hough of St. Louis warned at the Willard that a major naval clash in the North Sea could erupt within weeks. He urged the United States to sail its ships and accept the risk of war if Germany blocks the sea or challenges the British fleet. He doubted avoiding conflict, urged vigilance, and suggested Germany may risk a bold open-sea dash.
Collected reminiscences feature Del Gates of Memphis recalling a local option fight in Madison County and a tale of a $20 gift from a liberal to Uncle Alec Overton, alongside a WWI era account of the Nebraskan voyage and shipwreck aftermath. The piece shifts to military orders, detailing discharges, leaves, and assignments for officers in the Southern Department as duty calls.
The ceremony occurred Saturday morning in the Church of St Francis de Sales with Rev. John J. Melon officiating. Miss Francesa E A McCann, daughter of Cornelius and Mrs McCann, was married. Sister Regina C McCann attended the bride and M Eugene Fichman served as best man.
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