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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jan 30, 1913
Page
9
The Washington Post announces subscription rates for daily and Sunday delivery by carrier and mail with prepaid postage, and lists remittance methods. It also contains a political reflection on voters and the dangers of hasty judgments under referendum, noting Mr. Bryce's view on deliberation versus quick verdicts.
The House reports a district appropriations bill $1 644 338 below authorized levels and 5 percent higher than last year. It funds a $1 200 000 Central High School as a repair from last year’s cuts, while running expenses are trimmed. Police, street cleaning, health, and sanitary services face reductions, despite some salary increases and boosts for hospitals and parks.
Senator O Gorman asserts a cautious path for currency reform, favoring thorough debate after the next long session. He pledges orderly enforcement of the Sherman antitrust and conservation laws, warning against partisanship and promising thoughtful, deliberative governance aligned with Baltimore and Chicago platform signals.
The British Ambassador urged Americans to reevaluate their system, cautioning against assuming high-minded citizens are fit for office. He warned that initiative, referendum, and recall can erode stable governance and urged greater voter participation to prevent bad choices from a silent majority.
The armistice in Chihuahua ends ingloriously as revolutionaries demand Madero's resignation. Border tensions rise with mobilization near the border while federal forces retreat. The U S public grows indifferent to the Mexican crisis as investment and citizens heighten the stakes. The piece questions whether to remain a proponent of Madernism or adopt a hands off policy to allow Mexico to seek order and Turbulence.
The article questions whether costly reclamation projects in arid regions should be abandoned and whether Congress will aid settlers left stranded as government work halts without notice of permanent stoppage. It notes that agents implied ongoing operations and that many settlers remain hopeful for prompt resumption of water impounding and distribution.
A reflective column traces hat customs in parliaments and courts across nations, linking headgear to sovereignty and dispute. It recounts anecdotes from Britain, Uruguay, Switzerland, Moscow, Spain and Portugal, noting how hats sparked diplomacy, riots, and reform, with historical examples and moral commentary.
A Moros raid near Jolo early Monday killed Private Hara of the Philippine constabulary and wounded several troopers including Farrier Clarence Underwood. Wounded were Joseph Bengala, Roy Keller, Robert A. Tracy, and Sylvester J. Young. Private Guillermo Sevilla later died from gunshot wounds. Maj Gen J Franklin Bell and Maj Gen Leonard Wood describe the attack and note Moros did not previously use night assaults with bolos.
The estate of Robert Arthington of England is appraised at 4 593 000 dollars in personal property. Most funds are bequeathed to the Baptist Missionary Society and the London Missionary Society for distribution to tribes lacking the gospel. Money is to supply accurate translations of John Luke and Acts in tribal languages.
Professor Frank M. McMurry of Columbia Teachers College argues a rod would improve New York public schools and urges readoption of corporal punishment in his report to the school-system investigation committee.
A wealthy Russian artist Balasheff, driven by religious mania, entered the Tretiakoff Art Gallery in Moscow on January 28 and slashed the famous Repine painting of Ivan the Terrible murdering his son. He is under supervision.
The Oceanic ran aground shortly after leaving for New York at 12 15 this afternoon near Hythe in Southampton water. She was refloated within an hour and resumed her voyage to New York.
The caisson of the $2,300,000 dry dock at Puget Sound navy yard was positioned today after three years of construction. The 83 by 47 foot structure will accommodate any war vessel afloat or under construction, with the battleship Oregon slated as the first docked vessel.
First Sergeant Edward Meyers of the 127th coast artillery company disappeared near Galveston two months ago. A letter to Fort Crockett authorities claims Meyers was shanghaied in Galveston and taken to Vera Cruz, Mexico. Also reported, two D-2 submarine crewmen drown near Charleston after a gale on January 27. Electrician John Campbell and machinist's mate Lewis Hurst lost at sea.
Army orders grant leaves of absence to Capt Halstead Dorey and several lieutenants for various periods. First Lieut Frederick C. A. Kem Jr and First Lieut George M. Russell receive one month extensions. Breckinridge reassigned from Frankfort to Lexington as Inspector Instructor for Kentucky militia. Transfers: McNarneY from Sixth to Twelfth Cavalry, Keyes from Twelfth to Sixth Cavalry, and O'Donnell relieved from treatment at Walter Reed Hospital.
Boatswain Murry Wolffe detached to Chester. Paymaster’s Clerk A F P Tichenor appointment revoked. First Lt R H Davis detached to marine barracks Philadelphia to Washington Navy Yard. Movements of naval vessels report arrivals Vermont Michigan and South Carolina at Guacanayabo Bay. Sailed G 1 from Newport to New York Navy Yard. Arethusa from Guantanamo to Port Arthur Texas.
After a full day of debate the Page vocational bill replaced the Lever agricultural extension bill and passed. A tie vote of 31 to 31 rejected the motion to enter executive session. Tomorrow the District committee will hear on the La Follette bill regulating hours for children and women workers. The resolution extended the campaign contributions committee to the regular 1912 election. Under unanimous consent, today’s vote will occur on the Works amendment to create a six year presidential term with no reelection. Senator Johnston praised the rifle promotion bill. The Senate adjourned at 4:50 to noon today. House proceedings opened with Lincoln memorial debate, passing by strong majority. The Ways and Means Committee examined the tariff sundries schedule. Currency reform hearings continued. The McGuire state fair building appropriation was rejected by agriculture. E. M. Bull testified before the shipping trust panel. Judiciary approved workmen’s compensation action for next Saturday and interstate Hauer shipments for the following Wednesday. Interstate Commerce heard railroad objections to Kenyon’s uniform freight classification bill. The DC appropriation bill totaling 11,221,004 was reported. Rep. Humphrey of Washington introduced a bill taxing American exports as well as imports. At 5:04 the House adjourned to noon today.
Senator Williams introduces a bill for 300000 to build a memorial near Continental Hall honoring women of the American Revolution. Senator Gallinger seeks fire escape law amendments. The District 1914 appropriations total 11221964, up 581231 from the current year, funding new schoolhouses parks and highways. Lincoln memorial art plan in Potomac park approved and sent to the President. Johnson insurance investigation hearings continue with Superintendent Ingham on the stand.
Peking reports a six power loan delay after France protests the Danish appointment of a coinspector for the salt gabelle. Paris argues the post should go to a French national since Denmark did not participate in the loan. Chinese officials say the French opposition aims to complicate China’s diplomacy.
President Taft will decide if pulp and paper from crown lands in Quebec should qualify for duty free entry into the United States amid complaints that Quebec’s export tax favors non American crown land timber. Also notes a Central High School February graduation where Chauncey Winstead presented a wood plaque, accepted by Principal Wilson, to be placed in the main corridor.
The page lists sun and tide figures, high and low tides, and a detailed weather bulletin from the Weather Bureau. It notes a prior disturbance over Ohio, shifting pressure patterns, and forecasts snow in the Northwest and upper lake regions, with warmer Atlantic states and colder central regions through Thursday and Friday. It includes river stage readings for the Ohio, Mississippi, and other rivers, plus wind forecasts along coasts and seas, and local temperature, humidity, rainfall, and sunshine data.
An assortment of wry reflections from The New York Press style column on bachelor life. anecdotes touch on money, marriage, self confidence and social foibles across cities like Boston Cheyenne and Des Moines with light, ironic tone.
A Raleigh report quotes J W McNeal from Oklahoma a 1910 Republican nominee who supports woman suffrage for widows and old maids while noting it would not alter election results He argues Republicans and progressives share views and predicts a 1916 national GOP win if the economy worsens The piece also covers Wisconsin editor Harry W Bolens opposing tariff hikes urging downward revision and good roads to cut living costs Florida citrus policy opponent Capt Cromwell Gibbons warns against reducing duties See also Gibbons as a former Florida governor candidate and his take on citrus protection
Nashville Arkansas resident Garrett Whiteside extols peach industry as major wealth and population booster for the state. He cites two vast orchards near his area, noting blossoms, blocks like tiny cities, and large seasonal labor for picking. Arkansas peaches win prizes nationwide as shipments near 1500 carloads from major orchards, helping Southwest Arkansas emerge as the state’s bazaar agricultural hub. Baron Kato becomes Japan’s foreign minister in a cabinet reshuffle under Prime Minister Reizei.
Dr Manuel E Malram secretary of the Argentine legation told at the National Museum that the Spainish American Atheneum could unite intellectual and social worlds by opening up Spanish literature to English readers. Other speakers included Dr Fernando Cadalao from Madrid and Rev Dr Charles W Currier with a note on Castilian language enosis and Jose Martel of Seville reciting Bello a La Oracion por Todos.
In St. Petersburg on January 29 the Russian department of agriculture announced experiments during 1912 with over 1100 reapers mowers hay rakes and other implements from Canada and Europe. Officials say many items withstood tough tests and can be manufactured in Russia sparking a push to substitute European and Canadian gear for American machines.
Pittsburgh reports calm in Rankin borough after rioting last night when officers of the American Steel and Wire Company clashed with workers. Thomas H. Flynn says a telegram from Secretary Frank Morrison directs Stanley, steel trust investigating committee chair, to act. Investigators will be sent from Washington to Rankin. Morrison arrives to take charge of the strike.
In Seattle on January 29 a superior court decision ruled husbands and wives cannot serve on the same jury. Judge Gillann allowed the plaintiff’s counsel to challenge Mrs J D Dean of Kent, whose husband had been seated as a juror. Both testified that the spouse’s presence would not affect their judgment.
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