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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Feb 28, 1917
Page
9
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The piece reviews Chancellor von Bethmann Hollweg’s Reichstag address on the war, the U S rupture, and submarine warfare. It argues the speech misreads world psychology, notes alleged legal contradictions, contends Germany’s “barred zones” amount to piracy, and warns the breakup with the United States signals inevitable war.
The Senate approves 45 million dollars for Mississippi flood control and 5.6 million for Sacramento River projects under respective commissions. The plan uses a half and half contributory system, requiring local interests to match at least half the federal appropriation before levee work proceeds.
A call for full disclosure of German aggressions against the United States following the Laconia sinking. The author urges President Wilson to reveal all facts to Congress and the people, insisting the incident constitutes an overt act of war and demands united action against Germany. The piece stresses the need for candor, accountability, and decisive national resolve.
The text argues that federal aid for road construction parallels a joint state and federal effort. It emphasizes that cooperation ensures thoroughness and economy in building good roads.
The Senate foreign relations committee backs arming merchant vessels, arguing for strong presidential authority to meet emergencies. Congress should reconvene after March 4 to affirm unity, uphold American rights, and reserve war decisions to Congress while granting necessary defense powers.
A fragmentary murmur of policy quips and satirical asides references floods, bridges, bonds, and foreign affairs. It jests about a Bering Strait bridge, a $50 million flood protection appropriation, $100 million bonds for defense, and remarks on Cuban rebels and Count von Berngtorff implications.
United States Treasury data shows a deficit of 161 million for the fiscal year, amid receipts around 2.14 million for February and monthly revenue near 47.7 million. General fund assets total about 170.38 million, with net balance 68.23 million. Details include gold and silver holdings and bank notes across treasuries and reserves.
From the Columbus Dispatch, a portrait of young Ulysses S. Grant shaped by rural superstition. It claims a lifelong rule: once he began a journey or task, he must see it through to the end, with no retracing steps. The piece notes his hesitation before West Point and a near resignation after the Mexican War before the Civil War summoned him back.
In London courts English owner of the film Under the Crescent faces libel suit from Princess Toussoin who alleges posters falsely claim her harem life. The article details her contested title, marriage history, and Egypt’s title rules under Ottoman and British rule, with notes on royal casualty and connections to Rider Haggard.
Congressional sessions mixed with committee actions and pending bills. Fortnightly deliberations include foreign relations on armed neutrality, naval and revenue debates, post office amendments, and universal military service proposals. Adjournment times and rule debates frame the day as extra session prospects grow.
Claude Callan describes a wife shopping for a new spring outfit in Fort Worth. She tests suits at many stores, ignoring price, seeking ideas rather than a specific hat, with frames and trimming shaping her final choice. She plans to start work once she gathers the right components and tries a few more fittings.
In San Francisco a prominent lawyer known for sharp wit failed to notice a Chinese witness’s fine dress. A dialogue ensued with questions about name and residence. The exchange escalated to Do you save God, which the witness deflects by stating plans to address the State Ministerial Association on Christ’s divinity. The lawyer allegedly never escapes the question before his death.
The Army assigns officers to the detached list including First Lieuts Scott Hauser Anderson Burr Poly Houghton Nance and others. Coast Artillery officers Kelly Chase Koenig Shippam Applin Tilton Jemison McRae are removed from the list. Medical Reserve Corps Major McRae is ordered to active duty in San Francisco. Major Starbird of Fifth Artillery is detailed for service with duties to the inspector general in the Southern department.
A detailed account of the Princeton disaster on February 28, 1844, when Commodore Stockton’s iron gun exploded during a demonstration on the Potomac. Seven or more dignitaries were injured or killed, including Secretary Upshur and Secretary Gilmer. President Tyler narrowly escaped, and the ensuing funeral processions drew Washington crowds. The cause of the explosion remains unexplained, despite prior tests with varying powder charges.
A poem recounts Mary’s daily steak meals at 1 o'clock, noting rising meat prices as the war continues. The waiter John explains the higher bills are due to wartime conditions, while restaurants stay busy across the streets.
The Kansas City Star quotes William Muldoon urging men to avoid crossing legs and mouth breathing. He stresses nostril breathing, cleansing routines, and regular nasal hygiene, linking breathing to heart work and overall health. He cites John L. Sullivan and warns of widespread catarrhal affections from poor habits.
Gov. James M. Cox of Ohio receives an application for state work from Uncle John Flannagan of Defiance a 91 year old who offers to carry railroad iron or provide similar service. He asks not to be placed on a state commission at five thousand dollars per year, claiming the work would be too easy for him and praising his excellent physical condition.
Senator-elect Frelinghuysen of New Jersey, a Republican, has moved into the Willard while awaiting the Chilean embassy residence, staying until after March 4 to attend the Senate session. Observers quote Jose Matte of Santiago on growing U S South American trade and industry shifts, with further views from Henry M Pindell and Col Edward Flexner on war sentiment and political prospects.
Lieut. Col. William Sedgwick retired, long a recluse at Goldaming, died of heart disease. His only companion in years was a bull terrier which guarded his body after the gardener found him. The dog was shot for resisting approach. Sedgwick, once in India, authored works including Light the Dominant Force of the Universe and The Advance of Knowledge. He leaves a wife and two daughters.
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