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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jul 07, 1916
Page
9
Recruits flood into district batteries as companies rapidly reach war strength amid inoculation issues and gear shortages. Army screening reveals mixed results, with some men presenting headaches and nausea after injections. Equipment, shoes, and underwear are issued as camps prepare for field service and potential border duty.
A lengthy camp diary entry describes daily routine, entertainment, and personalities at a military camp. It highlights recruits like Private John MchKennex of Company Bb Third Infantry, praised meals by Dawson, and notable performances by George Lovett and Tory Rosett. Mehkenney, a top academy candidate aged 20 from Takoma Park, is set to report to West Point amid national control efforts.
Washington contends an end to raids could unlock funds for Mexico’s Carranza regime. A conference with Henry Fletcher and Warburg representatives examined U S stance on lending via the reserve board. Officials expect Lansing to define the issue clearly as talks on frontier security and American troop presence proceed.
The piece reports U S plans on Mexican stabilization and troop withdrawals warning of border unrest. It notes Arredondo discussions with the Staite Department and Alfredo Cataregi Gonzalez Carcanzis as advisors in New York. Mobilization of the national guards continues with aims to aid regulars on the border while avoiding a full-scale war and to prevent further bandit uprisings.
The Woodward and Lothrop Employers Relief Association schedules its annual excursion to Marehall Hall via the steamer Charles Macal Exter. A daytime program features athletic events, prizes, and activities for children under 18, women, and men, with specific age group entries and yard time.
Amid alarms over infantile paralysis across New York and other states, health officials urge strict precautions, disinfectant use, and screening to halt spread. Reports cite cases in New York city, Harrisburg and Baltimore areas, with federal aid sought to trace origins and prevent outbreaks.
Donations are coming in at a gratifying rate to the Citizens Welfare for Guardsmen and Volunteers of the Districts permanent headquarters in the Munsey building. Donald Price takes charge as executive secretary with Walter Ifford assisting. Mrs William E Harvey chairs the investigating committee and names ten women to serve on it. An afternoon conference in Rotary Club offices spurred relief measures for guardsmen families with letters describing needs for money or supplies.
Dr John P Corrigan known as Brother Vincent at the Dominican House in Washington dies at Providence Hospital after a seaside trip intended to help him reach his ordination. Born 1856 in Ireland he studied medicine at NYU, practiced in Pawtucket, and held leadership roles in local medical societies. Survived by a son Thomas, a daughter Sister Aquinkis, three brothers and three sisters. Solemn requiem said at Dominican College with interment at Mount Olivet Cemetery.
The Spoorkasse reports a wartime surge in new savings accounts in Germany with 2 889 100 additional accounts in major cities and industrial regions totaling 6 290 000. Deposits exceed withdrawals by 19 2509 040 600 marks, and capital of savings banks rises by 3 250 000 000 marks. The Woesische Zeitung hails good prospects for the next war loan. In Germany 55 000 acres are sown for flux fibrous material. To curb meat ticket queues, German city butchers will begin issuing numbered purchase tickets July 6, with circulars detailing the process.
The War Department outlined censorship aims to protect military operations and morale. Maj Douglas MacArthur was appointed military censor to prevent troop movement details from reaching the enemy and to avoid undermining public support during wartime.
A layman led a push at the Baptist Young People Union of America convention in Chicago to remove control from pastors and place leadership in lay hands. The night session details and candidate names were not fully reported.
A congressional subcommittee heard cattlemen press for a government inquiry into meat prices and packer practices. Armour Morris Swift argued probe would hurt industry and consumption, while urging the FTC under existing Department of Agriculture data. Leaders warned of potential intimidation by monopolistic methods amid tight profits and high consumer impact.
The Prince Georges Hank Hyattsville Md directors organize a fund to aid families of National Guardsmen from the county serving on the Mexican front. A committee led by Dudrow plans to ensure ample support meets all needs. members include Boswell Owens Holder Webber and others as they meet in the Prince Georges Bank return room to complete the setup.
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