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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Feb 23, 1917
Page
7
A 1917 Washington Post page lists subscription prices by day and frequency, mail payment terms, and office addresses. The article fragment discusses government distress relief and states power to provide provisions, noting starvation cases indict state officials and urging state action.
The piece argues against rushed war with Germany, urging prudent steps to defend American ships and lives. It cites President Wilson and McKinley, noting fleet safety, harbor nets, and cautious readiness. It predicts Congress will back force to defend rights, with delay valued for preparation.
The piece urges the Interstate Commerce Commission to force movement of interstate freight on railroads. It argues Congress regulates interstate trade and government must intervene to remove obstacles, prosecute food conspiracies, and pursue prosecutions by the Department of Justice. It calls for immediate investigations into coal and related markets.
The piece argues that claims of a brighter situation vanish under German naval claims and asserts the need for presidential authority to confront any German aggression. It contrasts pacifist rhetoric with reality, condemns indiscriminate attacks on neutrals, and warns that peace at any price undermines national rights and safety.
A reflective column argues nations and individuals must face duties beyond self. It notes U S intervention in the Dominican Republic as orderly and beneficial, warns Cuba overthrown by force risks, and critiques isolationist thought while lampooning current political clichés and foreign policy ideas with varied jibes and satirical asides.
Czar Nicholas has appointed an imperial commission to meet for Poland’s future organization and relations with Russia. Sergius Bazanoff, ambassador to Great Britain, is to play a leading role, as his earlier plans favored broad autonomy for Poland. The move aligns with Wilson’s peace message urging Polish freedom and cites Poland’s 20 million population and historic figures.
In Chicago, Federal Judge Landis compelled two women to surrender jewelry given by William H. Tripp, an advertising salesman facing voluntary bankruptcy. Mrs. Tripp No. 1 and Mrs. Tripp No. 2 testified to gifts including a $500 diamond pin and a lavalier, with items totaling about $1,260 handed to the judge. A Brooklyn Eagle quip notes unions could make umpires walking delegates if baseball strikes arise.
Senate adjourned from a night session after considering revenue and irrigation bills. Conferees on the Porto Rico Citizenship bill reached agreement while neutrality and famine relief measures were discussed. Debates on army, sundry civil, and district prohibition moved forward. various representatives introduced bills on food control, electoral reform, and government commissions. Washington’s Birthday observed with the Farewell Address readings.
A medical critic explains a German statistician calc: coughing every 15 minutes for ten hours uses energy equivalent to 256 units of heat, about three eggs or two glasses of milk. Normal breath expels air at 4 feet per second, coughing at 400 feet. Persistent coughing can cause emaciation, so restraining cough is advised when due to irritative reflexes like laryngitis and pharyngitis.
A collage of quirky cautions includes do not look when a mirror breaks and do not walk under a falling safe. It warns against throwing soup over the left shoulder, wearing a shirt inside out, or facing the old moon with the right foot. Also noted are avoiding rising at a wrong hour and keeping an umbrella right side out. Bons loses $13 at bridge and Dent does not marry on a Friday. Do not lead a funeral procession.
AINSLEER T. SWOPH argues that Congress should not allocate 400000 for an investigation into food price manipulation and shortages. He condemns endless reports and commissions as useless, noting hunger in cities and stalled relief while authorities study the issue rather than act.
A reflective editorial prayer asks divine guidance for the President as he faces grave national challenges. It pleads for courage, calm, and unity, urging the public to defend and support him against hostile critics and party rancor. The piece emphasizes steadfast faith in policy and lawful governance.
From the New Republic an analysis argues Germany must win a quick submarine victory or face ruin. It outlines theories on eliminating France, Britain, or America, warns a prolonged war could be fatal, and notes Germany’s last chance hinges on swift action and U boat effectiveness.
A long account recalls Gen. Zachary Taylor’s Buena Vista triumph near Saitillo Mexico on Washington’s Birthday 1847. With 4600 troops against 25000, Taylor’s forces held, regiments were diverted, and the Mexican army retreated as night fell. The tale includes Jefferson Davis, Henry Clay, and Capt. Bragg in action.
William A. Johnston, 162 pounds, walked into a U S navy recruiting office vowing to get even with the man who sank the Housatonic. He enlisted as ship’s cook aboard a United States battleship, hoping to serve on the first ship to see action. The dramatic intake marked a swift recruitment response in Baltimore.
A newspaper reader recalls a New York police encounter with a Bavarian immigrant who, crying and fearing war, laments his mixed nationality. The officer, citing regulations, offers shelter and sends him to a saloon back room to rest in a chair as the man wails.
A popular science note recalls that Morse did not send the first telegraph message nor originate the idea. A committee member sent a cutting rebuke about Tyler, while Morse aimed to end a debate. A New York Tribune item jokes about Russian humor and censorship of Mr Britling Sees It Through.
In Willard and Raleigh hotel parlors figures from New York politics and international observers share blunt views on party unity and the coming election. A New York Republican backer urges Mitchel as mayor while discussing Hearst and Gerard. An Australian traveler notes wartime fatigue and predicts Allied victory.
From the Louteriile Courier-Journal the article discusses two feasible minded maidens in a melodrama setting and critiques the author for potentially more profit by featuring a single feeble minded heroine as the lead.
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