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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jan 11, 1914
Page
3
A clergyman advises careful spouse selection and lifelong partnership. He urges prayer before choosing a mate, a single moral standard, and reform before marriage. He warns against the so called perfect man and urges both partners to share in home religious worship and decision making.
Dr Harvey W Wiley reports retail sugar remains 5 cents a pound despite refiners cutting wholesale price from 3.60 to 3.90 per hundredweight. He blames middlemen for keeping costs high while farmers suffer under tariff and currency shifts, urging cooperative buying to improve conditions and noting Virginia land values rise but taxes follow.
A dated advertisement touts Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets as a cure for stomach woes. It claims the tablets restore digestion by replenishing pepsin and ferments, relieve pain, and renew vitality, urging readers to buy at 50 cents a box from local druggists.
Washington residents closely follow the postmaster selection as Postmaster General Burleson withholds names of applicants. Merritt’s term runs to December, yet several seek the Washington post. Burleson cites department rules, saying public disclosure would invite inquiries nationwide.
Farmers in Greenville Texas announced plans to construct a railroad miles long to transport milk and perishables to market at lower costs than a highway. The right of way will be donated by participating farmers, with an estimated cost of 3200 per mile.
Mr Harle argues that extravagance in dress and the “crime of undress” in theaters and drawing rooms can provoke envy, drain funds, and ruin family happiness. Temperance in clothes, neat homes, and mutual giving are urged for lasting partnership and happiness.
Secretaries Daniels and Garrison to speak at Arlington National Cemetery ceremonies honoring the sinking of the Maine. A river flower boat will scatter blossoms as young women in white aboard honor the unforgotten dead. Military and naval contingents will join a city parade with Marine Band and Fort Myer cavalry providing music.
An old time remedy for gray hair, Sage Tea and Sulphur, returns as Wyeth’s Sage and Sulphur Hair Remedy. Sold at drug stores for about 50 cents a bottle, it darkens hair and adds luster while preventing dandruff and itching. Readily applied with a comb or brush and promises gray coverage by morning. Agent O’Donnell’s Drug Store.
Dr Blots call to drop the word God in favor of Our Father sparks debate. The piece argues for retaining God’s original meaning and highlights Christian Science readings that God is Spirit and man is His image, guiding redemption through spiritual understanding rather than dust. It cites Jesus teaching and Mary Baker Eddy.
Hyomel advertised as a quick acting inhaled remedy for head colds catarrh and related symptoms. It promised immediate relief from congestion and irritation with no stomach dosing and offered a refund at Donnell's Drug Store. The ad urged customers to ask for the complete outfit priced at one dollar.
The Fierce Butler & Pierce Manufacturing Co a $5,000,000 hardware firm in New York State was placed under a Federal receiver. Assets were listed at $8,291,000 with liabilities of $1,902,000. The company, founded in 189 by Sylvester E. Pierce, saw his son William E. Pierce withdraw as president.
A Berkeley California Filipino boy sent a crayon portrait and a heartfelt letter to President Wilson for his fifty seventh birthday, noting his arrival in San Francisco from the Philippines and referencing the president as leader of the civilized world. Secretary Tumulty replied in Wilson’s absence, saying the president would be pleased to receive the gift and greetings.
Josip Burcar, a Winona mine striker from Houghton Michigan, faced eviction threats after refusing to return to work. He fell with a bucket of water at the mine, breaking his arm, while his wife also fractured her arm and sustained internal injuries. A sick child needed a doctor, but the physician found three patients at the Burcar home.
The Naval Academy rifle team plans indoor matches this winter. Opponents include University of Maine Clemson College Dartmouth Oklahoma and Vermont with dates scattered from January to March. Matches are at each opponent home and scores to be compiled later.
An advertising notice touts Cascarets to relieve headaches and bilious symptoms by cleansing the stomach and bowels. It claims quick effects by morning and promotes regular liver and digestion, suitable for men, women, and children.
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