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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jan 02, 1912
Page
9
A mixed bag of 1912 era items covers La Follette indorsement debates among Ohio Republicans, tariff and prosperity talk, Southern railroad expansion, international price discussions, and social Darwinist breeding ideas, with notes on Washington Post circulation and staff.
Norwegian King Haakon and Queen Maud face criticism from Christiania press for buying Christmas gifts in London rather than locally. The article notes the royal couple’s wealth, the allure of London shops, and calls for Norwegians to patronize domestic trade. It also mentions Lord Alwyne Compton and American ties in a broader Europe and Britain context.
President Taft sent a cable yesterday greeting King Maha Vaitravedh of Siam on the Siamese anniversary. The message offered sincere congratulations in the name of the people of the United States and the president.
Fragmented OCR text portrays protection and tariff tensions around wool, leather and chemical interests. It references political opposition to open markets, a marked debate on foreign competition, and virtues of American industry led by farmers and manufacturers. The tone echoes 19th century tariff activism and party infighting.
The thirteenth annual report from the National Association for the Study and Prevention of Tuberculosis shows more than 1.45 million dollars spent on antituberculosis work in 1911. Hospitals and institutions accounted for 4.18 million, with 850 thousand for examinations and treatment, while educational campaigns and other services consumed substantial sums. State and local appropriations for 1912 exceed 1 million, and the federal government spends about 3.1 million annually on sanatoria support.
Hislop G Matt Williams of the Episcopal Mocesa of Marquette Michigan travels to Washington pursuing an old family portrait once held by Brown & Tolson art house, now retired. The 1820 painting shows G Mott Williams at age 12 receiving a toy sword from his father Gen John B Williams, Detroit’s first mayor and Revolutionary War veteran.
James Boykin, editor of the United States Bureau of Education, predicts a landmark year for public education. He notes 42 state legislatures favored education, pushing longer terms, fewer holidays, and rising salaries with annuity retirement prospects improving.
The Atlantic fleet will begin spring training with extensive removal of wooden boats bunks and furniture to curb fires and splinters aboard ships. Sailors will dine on deck as mega tables are removed to reduce hazards during action readiness. The drill, set to start January 10 near Guantanamo in West Indian waters, aims to minimize woodwork and fire risk during wartime.
The 610 member Ton family, the largest in the United States, marked the New Year at the Pythian Temple with a 16-voice choir. Seven members had birthdays as Cornelius Ton read a Roosevelt letter praising American families. The Ton descendants trace to John Ton of Holland, a Chicago truck farmer who settled in 1849.
A fragmented roster lists guests and residents at various hotels and cities including Raleigh New York Philadelphia Philadelphia and more. Names such as Kerry Willard Gardner Ty Shutert Worthington Downing and many others appear with spouses and origins in a scattered social directory style notice.
Preliminary mortality figures released by the census bureau show a lower death rate in seven of eight U S cities over 500000 population and a generally reduced rate nationwide. In 1911 the rate was 11.2 per 1000, down from 16 in 1910, with Cleveland and Pittsburgh recording notable declines and Boston easing from 17.2 to 18.4 per 1000. Remaining city figures include New York, Chicago, Philadelphia, St Louis, and Baltimore.
Special to The Washington Post. Boston Mass January 1. Dr Lemuel Merl ln, president of Boston University, described his ideal of a refined, beautiful woman. He cited many young women at the university who fit his standard of beauty, emphasizing beauty of character and womanliness. He argued higher education fosters beauty, linking physical culture and science to refine taste. a student learns to find beauty behind initially unattractive traits.
Superintendent George C. Van Tosfi of the State bank department reports a favorable financial outlook in Albany. He notes ample unemployed funds ready for loans secured by solid collateral, says securities issued have been digested, inflation and extensions reduced, and credits generally healthy, despite political disturbances.
Seven weatherbeaten sailors formed the first crew at the John Hays Hammond Home for Aged and Infirm Mariners opened in Gloucester Massachusetts. The opening drew several hundred people as the home colors were raised at 2:30 PM and the sailors prepared for their first day in the shelter. The fishermen residents listed include John Ryan Harria Atwood Henry Gormley James Krost Joseph Olcott James Halley and Joseph O Connell.
Thousands of public school pupils resume studies this morning after ten days of Christmas holidays. The last week saw many dances and entertainments by pupils and teachers, with many spending holidays out of town. Some teachers attended lectures at Henry Cook School on housekeeping under the American Home Domestic Age Association.
Gov bass of New Hampshire and Miss Kathy Bird will wed at her home on January 2 and plan a wedding trip followed by residence in Concord. Bird is a prominent society figure here. her sister Mrs Louis Agassiz Khan resides with Gov Ives at Paterboro NH, where he runs a 200 acre farm. The Bird family is spending the winter in New York.
The Citizen of the Good Shepherd ordained Hérbert C Merrill a deaf mute priest. The service used sign language with Rev Dr Chamberlain of New York as interpreter and Rev C B Whilden delivering the sermon. About 160 deaf-mutes attended and Merrill will preach in sign language each Sunday at the Church of the Good Shepherd.
Cynthia Handrick Quackenbush widow of Rear Admiral Stephen P. Quackenbush and mother of Captain Stephen M Quackenbush died last night at the residence of her son in law Reser Admiral Peery Garst after a lingering illness in Annapolis Maryland.
More than 60 hardy participants joined a New Year dip at Coney Island as 37 degree water and brisk northwest wind tested the bathers. Several New Yorkers waded in despite the frigid surf.
Prominent church members attended a reception yesterday at the new Chinese mission at 207 John Marshall Place. Wives of Chinese merchants poured tea, with guests including Mrs Charlie Bing and several others, as Dr Chiu spoke of the mission and the coming adoption of the Gregorian calendar in China.
Propaganda urging See America First spreads nationwide and now reaches the federal government. Officials consider sending a respected federal officer to lecture in Europe about Americas scenery. They hope to divert part of the annual 10000000 spent abroad by Americans into American railroad stockholders and hotel owners. The aim is to prove the United States can rival foreign scenic beauty.
Latin American circles fear a crisis in Panama following the hasty resignation of Frederico Boyd as minister for foreign affairs. The bitter campaign between the conservative Arosemena faction and Beilisario Porras supporters threatens stability, with the United States likely to be urged to ensure a constitutional government and free presidential election.
Secretary Nagel approves a plan by the International Council for the Exploration of the Sea to appoint a U S representative to study Atlantic fishes for commercial purposes. Congress is asked to appropriate 7186 dollars for expenses with generous contributions from Britain Germany Russia the Netherlands France Belgium Denmark Norway Sweden and Finland. Dr Hugh M Smith oversees the Bureau of Fisheries research efforts.
Federal action sets price controls and safeguards on timber in national forests to prevent monopolies and protect the public. The plan outlines rails, plats, and sale figures, noting significant timber sales and anticipated gains in the coming year.
Fragmented 19th century verse urges leap year courage in love and marriage. It features rhymed lines about propriety, courtship games, and signaling interest while dancing around social expectations and public propriety.
A witty slice of social commentary notes that politics exacts higher costs than money on those involved. It argues that idle toil lacks purpose, compares female fashion talk among friends, and mocks waiting years for romance, urging decisive, pragmatic pursuit of affection.
A fragment from the Chisaze News recounts reflections on wealth education and respect. It cites lines about respect beyond heat, the race not always to the swift, a sensible youth, a woman without dowry, and a ship that may or may not arrive. It ends with a warning about marrying for money.
In Washington reports from Columbus and elsewhere argue the progressive movement is collapsing. Representative Taylor of Columbus says La Follette’s tour failed to stir support and predicts Taft will win Ohio’s delegation and be renominated. Other lawmakers express doubt about any progressive or La Follette impact and note shifts in Democratic priorities as New Year greetings fade.
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