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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jan 06, 1916
Page
11
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The letter from the British ambassador in 1904 and Solicitor Johnson's 1914 statement are cited to explain cotton's legal status in war. The pieces argue that cotton was noncontraband and shipments to belligerents faced no impediment, highlighting prior protests against treating innocent cargo as contraband and urging U.S. action to secure neutral trade amid British naval controls.
The writer asserts no legal impediment blocks cotton exports to war nations and criticizes prolonged government inaction. They accuse illegal obstacles of hampering innocent commerce and urge Congress to defend national rights with firm, decisive action.
A year after Admiral Fiske told the House naval affairs committee that five years were needed to ready the U S Navy, basic organization and planning remain absent. He warned Congress that without a general staff the fleet lacks coordinated war plans, despite excellent material and personnel. Congress must provide the means to create a directing brain for naval operations.
The United States eyes a rapid rural credit system similar to Europe. Chairman Glass asks Congress to extend four months for report on personal farmer credit. The bill would create a Federal farm loan board, land banks, and national farm loan associations with stock requirements, long loan terms, and phased principal payments.
The piece argues that farmer led volunteer associations emerged gradually and that Europe offers lessons but American conditions differ. It stresses the need to adapt a suitable system carefully to fit U.S. circumstances for success.
Secretary McAdoo told the Society of Constructors of Federal Buildings that waste comes from the Treasury not directing location but ensuring funds are used wisely after contracts. He urged stopping delays, favoring simpler commercial designs, and noted Congress bears blame for lacking a policy on public buildings and river and harbor projects. He warned insufficient appropriations cause drag and higher costs.
The piece argues for protective tariffs to shield American wage levels and living standards on land and at sea. It likens shipowners’ cost gap with Europe to manufacturers facing foreign competition, citing higher U.S. wages and employer costs. It urges higher living standards, mentions humanitarian gains, and ends with varied musings on governance and society.
Prince Viggo of Denmark, 22, sails from Copenhagen to New York en route to Canada where he plans a large scale farming venture inspired by brothers Eric and Hiio. He and Eric aim to use wealth to aid Denmark while adopting ordinary rural life in Ontario and Alberta. Archduchess Christine of Austria and Prince Emmanuel Salm face wartime confinement in Gibraltar after internment in South Africa.
Alderman J F Ruddy ruled that it was worth $100 to find a wife for a bachelor. Mrs Anna Levy sued Jacob Rosenthal for promising to pay for locating a wife after he sought a life partner. Levy connected Rosenthal with a Plymouth woman and they married. Rosenthal refused payment. Ruddy awarded the full $100 to Levy.
In a brief exchange from the Boy Builder, a father asks his son what would happen if he were suddenly removed. The son retorts with a witty line questioning the core of the father, highlighting playful, irreverent humor.
A condensed Congress summary notes debates on submarine warfare and travel rights for ants, embargoes on munitions, and selling military supplies. Bills include Philippine self-government, water power leasing, and payroll and oleomargarine tax repeal. Hearings on navy, postoffice, and dye industry import rates adjourned at 3 26.
Five trained bears suffocated in the fire that broke out in the winter quarters of the B. H. Patrick Shows in Scranton Philadelphia Inquirer reports Victoria Calhoun known as The Fat Lady, 450 pounds, escaped. A boxing Kangaroo was rescued by two fire crews. Fire origin unknown. Loss estimated at $10,000.
A poetic piece from a Woman's Magazine reflecting on faith that a loved one holds to rebuild courage and will. The speaker recalls dark doubt and fear, then credits another with standing by to bring resilience, hope, and renewed purpose through belief.
Pete Petronsky, a builder from Indiana Harbor, watched his cottage and planted trees disappear piece by piece after he moved to Chicago. He found only an empty plot and notified police, while he hunts the missing house and shrubs across the countryside.
Little Edna fears Indians appear on the screen during a Photoplay Magazine feature. She asks if Indians will be in the show and doubts the actor’s absence while questioning who removed the men from the front seats.
Charles Sumner born January 6 1811 in Boston Mass rose to oppose slavery and war turning to politics in 1845. He served in the U S Senate from 1850s until his death in 1874 and survived a brutal cane attack during the Kansas debates. He shifted parties in 1870 supporting Liberal Republicans and Democrats.
A fox terrier named Kidda Hagenbuch from Mahanoy City, Pennsylvania, caused a stir at Union National Bank when a savings check for $25.56, endorsed with the dog's paw print, was honored. The tale began when Dr. Hagenbuch joked about a savings account and the cashier sent the check on its due date, prompting the dog to fetch the envelope and walk away with the cash.
In Powell near Towanda Pennsylvania Joseph Camp, hotel proprietor, killed a 56 pound wildcat after a brutal encounter that left his dog with two broken legs. The beast fought on and held both man and dog at bay until a bullet killed it, marking the largest wildcat ever killed in the county.
A live deer rode in a car during an Altoona scene after deputy game wardens captured the animal at Frank Weyandt's farm in Frankstown township. The deer had been with cattle for weeks before wardens bound its legs and released it in another county section.
Mrs Pietro Cavergan told District Judge R C Stoddard she was forced to give away 1 month old Amelia Caversan because her husband could not support another child on small wages. The Caversan family had six children and the latest infant was adopted by a childless couple, Dominici. A Lancashire weaver who joined the army then got a furlough home and joked the firm had swapped his hump to his chest, making it easier to carry.
An old gentleman hires a new chauffeur and asks to contact the last employer for a character reference. The chauffeur reveals that each of his last two employers died in his service.
In Washington hotels, officials and observers discuss national defense planning. Illinois Adjutant General F Dickson argues for rapid preparation and expanding the regular army with a guard adjunct, while congressional action on a constitutional amendment could enable Federal callup of state National Guards.
A stag hound owned by rancher Asa Womach in northern Elko County lures and runs down rabid coyotes. The dog has killed or driven off many, with Womach bringing 100 coyote scalps to Elko as proof. The animal is trained for the work and performs tasks that would require several men.
In a Louisville Courier Journal snippet managers joke that keeping a star content may be as simple as placing her name over the door in electric lights. The quip humorously asks if the same idea could apply to a cook.
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