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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jan 07, 1916
Page
11
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The Post challenges Senator Lodge in the Senate debate on freedom of the seas. It urges acknowledgment of British pressure on Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Greece, and Holland that limits purchases of American goods. It supports the right to sell munitions to belligerents and neutral nations, urging defense of US rights and trade freedom against British interference.
On a leading roadway out of Bhalbyville farmers for six miles have been spreading dread about a growing pattern of destructiveness. The brief item in the Washington Democrat notes the unusual passage of farm-people marching in a line, sparking concern and curiosity among locals about the cause and outcome of this display.
An appeal urges planting shade trees on both sides of roads sixty feet apart using the same variety. The piece praises a unified rural vision from Shelbyville to the Midwest, arguing diverse trees and fruit trees would enrich farms, roads, and land values, while noting motorists will enjoy shaded drives and future generations benefit.
A critical editorial argues Britain will requisition U S and other ships to move war materials, block American trade with South America, and raise global freight prices. It claims neutral commerce suffers under British control, warns Congress to defend U S interests, and urges ships to protect pan American commerce.
A call to action urges the government to act in the emergency on behalf of the nation’s commerce. It demands the provisioning of steamships and their placement under the American flag to safeguard American trade from hostile ocean powers.
Elbert H. Gary of United States Steel warns business leaders about inflation and overproduction, focusing on munition makers. He argues munitions trade boosts prosperity but is only a small part of the economy, with domestic demand growing and exports dominating wartime output. He urges swift return to protection to sustain postwar prosperity and prevent a relapse to prewar conditions.
The article notes Speaker Clark will not run for Missouri governor, arguing his national service outweighs state gains. It praises his loyalty to party, his influence as Speaker, and the nation’s need for his leadership while noting potential political costs for Missouri. It also weaves in broader remarks on war, diplomacy, and public figures of the era.
Capt William Charles Peel, a reserve officer of the Third Dragoon Guards, is visiting Chicago. The article traces his long family history, noting connections to Sir Robert Peel and Lord Buckmaster, his marriages to Marion Changier and Leonie Hallu, and a son and daughter from each marriage. It also covers the concept of king's counsel and its dignities, duties, and lack of crown emoluments, plus a note on full dress when pleading before Lords or the privy council.
Chicago's Miss Josephine Huddleston proposed by telegram to Judge Jacob M. Hopkins, who declines a direct answer. He hints at marriage upon his mother's consent, asking Huddleston to contact Mrs. Julia A. Hopkins in Dekalb. The tale blends romance with gentle humor from the Chicago Herald.
Summary of congressional proceedings on Mexican policy information for ambassador nominations. Williams and Lodge warned of possible U S aggression after European peace. Martine resolution urged a day of prayer for relief. War department and naval hearings continued with calls for a citizen army and ship repairs. Bills included tuberculosis aid, postal savings increase, and boulevard repair. Adjourned 4 50 p m to noon.
Poem by Olin I. Lyman from the New York Sun. Night falls on a rose sky as the day ends, and the piece speaks of love trust and memory. It recalls souls helped in memory and the garden of its afterglow.
A tall well dressed man tries a bogus check for 850 dollars at a Philadelphia bank. A con involving a Fake Pinkerton detective and a partner nets 1200 dollars from seven banks by swapping 17 new fifty dollar bills for 14, leaving tellers counting only the returned cash. The scam is quickly carried out across banks within an hour.
Israel Putnam born January 7 1718 in Salem Massachusetts known as Old Pat. He earned fame for strength courage and quick daring in peril. A hunter of wolves a hunter of wars he rose from farmer to colonel and brigadier general advocating for Connecticut troops and leading forces at Lexington and Bunker Hill before retirement after an apoplexy in 1778.
Charley Wing, a Minneapolis Chinese laundry owner, plays a two string fiddle from midnight to 2am near his Franklin avenue storefront. Neighbors fret over the shrill nocturnal concerts often using a bamboo and snakeskin instrument called the gesyzin, while Wing keeps a quiet matinee in the laundry by an arc light at the transfer point.
A pair of handmade baby shoes dating to 140 years ago were donated by Col C. E. Merrill to the Kentucky Historical Society in Frankfort. Made by Merrill’s great great grandfather, the shoes have been worn by three generations and were associated with Andrew Merrill who served with Gen Washington in the Revolutionary War. The relic has traveled through seven states and recently returned from Texas to join the society’s collection.
A tramp named Dreary Samuel asks the master for work outside a house. The owner questions him and tempers his judgment after Samuel explains he seeks work to support his wife rather than himself. The tramp insists the job is for his wife.
In Willard and Raleigh venues, Boston leather goods executive Albert Green Duncan and Virginia Republican Crandal Mackey trumpet Weeks and Montague as favored candidates. Duncan predicts strong New England support for Weeks at Chicago. Mackey urges Virginia’s Montague for Supreme Court, highlighting his service as governor and congressman.
Dr Arthur La Reeve of Brooklyn shot and killed himself in bed while asleep, his wife recounts a nightmare scene. She says he believed he was in battle and reached for his revolver, waking to find him unresponsive. Mrs Reeve calls the death an accident and notes prior episodes of frightening dreams.
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