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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jan 21, 1915
Page
8
A city luncheon at the Raleth honored Frederick J. Siddons on his resignation as commissioner. Officials praised his legal and judicial abilities and integrity, with support from Commissioner Newman and other district leaders. Dozens of associates, staff, and citizens expressed appreciation for his fair administration and cooperation.
A series of obituary notices dated January 1915 detail deaths and funeral plans across families in Georgetown and surrounding areas. Entries include Joseph A., James Lithgow, John A. Loeff, Harriet De Cooper, Bara Troth, Shlina Thues, and others with details on burial, churches, cemeteries, and interment locations.
Appalled by the horrors of war we seek refuge in Your heart Jesus as the only Place of safety From You merciful God we implore a cessation of this immense and cruel hecatomb From You King of Peace we desire a place to which we may hasten with our woes From Your divine heart You irradiated charity on earth so that dissensions be removed and only peace reigns among men While on earth You had throbs of tenderest compassion for human misfortunes May Your heart be moored in this hour replete with hatreds and carnage Have pity on mothers in agony over the fate of their children an unfortunate Europe over which such calamity impends Inspire O Jesus rulers of peoples with counsels of tenderness to settle dissensions that nations are not lacerated so more men will exchange the kiss of peace We appeal to You Who at the price of Your blood made them brothers One day at the imploring cry Save us Lord or we are lost You answered by calming the gate so may You answer to our confiding prayer today by restoring peace and tranquility in this world You too most holy Virgin all in other trying times help us protect us save us
Special to The Washington Post from New York reports Sir Thomas Lipton will use the steam yacht Erin in relief work for Servia. The Erin will depart for Marseille with medical stores, hospital comforts, and warm clothing for Montenegro and Servia, then sail via Antivari and the Albanian coast to Salonik and Nish and Belgrade, carrying doctors and nurses.
A purported letter from a Russian princess, relative to Emperor Nicholas, circulated in Berlin. It states Russian losses by end of November reached 500,000 killed and 1,300,000 wounded or incapacitated. The letter also claims aristocrats view the war as a calamity and that relatives of the emperor seek to curb Grand Duke Nicholas's influence. It links France's leaders visit to Petrograd before the war's start to Russia's decision to go to war.
Melbourne January 26 The seat of the commonwealth government moved temporarily from Melbourne to Sydney. Defense Minister Pierce says there is no limit to troops sent to the front. A German lieutenant was arrested at Cloncurry on espionage charges with wireless plant plans and maps in his possession. London notes the transfer lacks explanation but connects to defense. Sydney remains the main naval and military center of the commonwealth.
The McKellar bill to create a national officer reserve of at least 30000 men, trained in state and federal funded schools, gains House military affairs committee approval with administration backing. Secretary of War Garrison endorses the program as strengthening defense and officer training. A separate measure proposes badges labeling members of Congress to curb impersonation after the Meyers Station raid.
The article reports that President Wilson insists on eliminating Carranza and Villa to restore peace in Mexico. Villa officials are jailed or executed, including Luis Benavides in Mexico City. Military columns under Gutierrez and Obregon near the capital indicate the capital may be entered, with Witla at Aguascalientes after a recent visit. An underlined classified ad promotes a typewriter at 1208 F Street NW.
Washington dispatch reports grain congestion worsened by railcar backlogs at Baltimore and Philadelphia. New York and New Jersey ports hold vast cargoes while ships scarce, with tolling freight rates and public debate over possible embargoes and presidential authority.
Dispatch from Jan so I via London quotes Emperor William II replying to Grand Duchess Louise of Baden on the Versailles anniversary. He vows to defend German worthiness against a world of enemies and to lead the united fatherland with spirit of sacrifice.
Yesterday in Justice Anderson court the trial over financier Suson Hutchins will value a $4,000,000 estate saw two major moments. First the deposition of Mrs Rose Keeling Hutchins widow of the financier was admitted to the jury. Also a group of prettiest girls from National Park Seminary appeared in court to observe and learn how lawyers argue a case under instructor Miss Harriet Freebey. Reading of the widow's deposition to the jury will begin today.
The Senate library committee opens debate on a bill to relocate the Botanic Garden from the Capitol grounds foot to Rock Creek park. The plan transfers control from Congress to the Agriculture Department and reserves up to 400 acres there for a new arboretum, with no extra appropriations for eight to ten years.
The National Marine Engineers' Beneficial Association elected officers including President A Bruce Gibson of San Francisco and First Vice President E M Roberts of New York at yesterday's Raleigh meeting. Other officers named were Second VP N Rosburgh of New Orleans, Third VP M Nelson of Philadelphia, Secretary George Grubb of Chicago, and Treasurer Albert Jones of Detroit, with several resolutions referred to committees.
Assistant Secretary of War Henry 8 Breckinridge told a Ladies’ Night audience that the U S must build a trained army and avoid relying on favors from other nations. He cited Washington’s defense during the Revolution where 6900 troops failed against 3500 British soldiers. Mrs William Cummings Story and others spoke on DAR work and Memorial Continental Hall debt repayment. Dozens of members attended, including prominent officials and many D A R members.
Betts Milas Morton Miss Cornelia Morton Mr and Mrs A B Dent and Miss Dorothy Dent Ezra Gould Mr and Mrs Walter Clephane Mrs Wathaia Cummin Story C A Carlson and Mr Carlson Mr and Mrs George Helsbard A K Meeks Mina Meeks A J B Ransdell Miss Lillian Powell and Joseph M Rault participate in the social gathering as shown in the readable fragment.
A naval investigation reveals a severe manpower shortage in the Atlantic fleet. Reports show 21 commissioned battleships require 5,219 sailors and 779 officers beyond current staffing. The gaps exclude an additional 4,000 to 6,000 needed to fully man ships at hostilities start. the full report has been sent to the Secretary of the Navy.
John Sherman, district superintendent of weights and measures, served notice that any attempt to raise bread prices will prompt Congress to consider legislation standardizing loaf weight. The move follows reports that two small bakers in the District and more than 100 in New York have quit baking.
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