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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jul 08, 1918
Page
8
The Washington Post outlines carrier and mail subscription rates including daily and Sunday options, with prices for one month, one week, and one year. It details payment methods, address changes, and instructions for subscribers moving or extending service, noting advance payment and labeling specifics.
An editorial urges every American to rethink foreign policy during wartime. It argues public opinion can influence presidents and war councils, stresses that the United States must understand global questions, and links American safety to the fate of Austria-Hungary, Russia, and Germany. The piece calls for decisive U.S. action to defeat Germany and shape postwar order.
The piece argues that a midsummer recess for Congress is a political issue for lawmakers rather than a national concern. It says a brief pause could rest members and allow focus on state interests, but would be improper while urgent Presidentially-backed legislation remains pending.
The piece argues senators and representatives serve as delegates of the people and must remain in Washington to handle essential wartime legislation. It condemns desertion of duty amid the President's urging and warns of a chilly reception at home for those who shirk obligations for a brief recess. It cites concerns over legislative morale and the risk of public accountability.
Senate will handle promptly the resolution empowering the President to take over and run telegraph and telephone lines. If both houses move swiftly on the appropriation bills, a recess may be possible with broad agreement and without neglecting public interests in directing the war.
The piece argues for Japan as a trustworthy ally, citing Viscount Ishii and statements in Boston and Fair Haven. It asserts Germany bears discredit for fostering US Japan estrangement, praises Japan’s desire to stand with the allies, and rejects future alliance with Germany as dishonorable.
In commentary on the Mirbach killing, the author argues that political assassination in Russia has long been anticipated as a response to German tainted influence. It lauds two Russians who struck the archconspirator and warns Germany that its agents face increasing danger as the country resists treachery. Local authorities note water issues, while Baltimore excursionists are referenced with an alibi.
Queen Wilhelmina unveiled a statue to Jan de Witt at The Hague in a ceremony attended by royal family and dignitaries. De Witt, rival of the Orange house, helped bar William of Orange from state offices after allying with Oliver Cromwell. The piece contrasts his patriotism for Holland with his hatred of the Orange line, drawing parallels to Cromwell’s fate. The text then shifts to Verdun hero Maj. Raynal’s account of German courtesy and misreporting after Fort Vaux and mentions the Pimodan de Rarecourt family’s wartime losses and titles, ending with a note on Col Sir John Wedderburn offering vast estates for sale.
A semiofficial dispatch says France will build a Paris monument after the war to honor U S help, with a Washington replica. Paris will name the Place des Alliés and rename major avenues after allied war chiefs, possibly honoring Wilson and Pershing.
The Department of Agriculture reports a practical boll weevil control by B R Coad. The method uses arsenate powder sprays, applied mainly from 4 PM to 9 AM, with a power machine capable of covering about 200 acres daily. Trials show yields rising 250 to 1000 pounds of seed cotton per acre on sprayed plots.
The Luckenbach Steamship Company sues in the court of claims to set fair compensation for navy seized vessels. Five tugs and twelve barges valued by a board at 1.6 million, while the company claims 5.2795 million. This case will guide future government valuations for extensive wartime property seizures.
Allies are expected to buy Argentina's entire wheat reserve of 100 million bushels to build a surplus stock at low prices. Purchasing agents may move to take over the surplus at about 144 dollars per bushel. This year allies have already bought over 40 million bushels at around 125 dollars per bushel.
The General Federation of Trade Unions at Leicester sends a telegram to President Wilson praising American aid to liberty in the world crisis. They express labor's welcome of America's intervention and faith that democracy will not be defeated.
Maj. B. H Gitchel of the national army was named chairman of the industrial relations section of the aircraft production board. He will replace C. P Neill, current chairman of the railway board of adjustment No 2. Charles E. Lobdell of Great Bend Kansas was reappointed to the Federal Farm Loan Board for eight years. Charles H Verrill of Maine was nominated by President Wilson to the United States Employee Compensation Commission.
Francis Mateyeka thanks the Washington Post for sympathy with Bohemian and other oppressed peoples. He pledges ongoing resistance to Hapsburg and Hun influence, expressing hope for an America based on its founding principles. He invites publication of the note to show public appreciation and solidarity.
The fuel administration unveils household coal allotments to heat homes at 68 degrees with strict enforcement. Each consumer receives only what is scientifically necessary, with inspections, censored orders, and potential prosecutions for excess or deceptive use. The plan aims to ensure all who need heat receive it, while curbing waste.
Announcement states Director General of Railroads McAdoo is fully recovered and will resume duties after concerns over his health following the Liberty Loan campaign. An important conference is planned for San Francisco on July 15 with regional directors, federal managers, Carl R. Gray, Edward Chambers, Hale Holden, and R. H. Aishton to discuss improving rail service.
War labor policies board plans mobilization and allocation of labor to war industries. Community labor boards, extending to every state and city, will recruit and distribute labor and set policies similar to draft boards. Each board has three members including representatives from chambers, employers, labor, and a presiding US Employment Service official. They will assess industry needs and assign labor reserves by priority.
Danish exports of foodstuffs to central powers are being curbed by Scandinavian governments amid reports of want in Denmark. Semiofficial U.S. sources say supplies are adequate, prices high, and continued exports unlikely to starve Denmark. Authorities fear talks of Danish want aim to secure reserve stocks for profit. Scandinavian ministers met in Copenhagen June 26 and 27 to discuss mutual exchange of products for wartime conditions.
Twenty-five American manufacturers now produce 350 to 400 high quality airplane propellers daily for the air service. Ample propeller timber stock has been secured and the current national supply exceeds demand according to a War Department announcement.
McCole, a new recruit, is sent to the ranges for target practice. He scores better at 300 yards than 800, as the sergeant adjusts sights. The recruit finally admits the issue is not pulling the trigger hard enough.
In Washington Capt A D Amato a Italian officer says the way to Vienna will open after a long war and that Italy, aided by American troops, can push toward Vienna. He notes Italians in the American army and predicts weakened German morale but a long war ahead.
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