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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jul 11, 1918
Page
9
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The piece argues against compromise with Germany, asserting US and allied policy should target the Turkish regime, not the Turkish people. It cites Turkish dissent, Arab, Jewish, Armenian involvement, and potential defections, urging decisive action to liberate oppressed peoples and dismantle the German system in the Ottoman Empire.
The Agricultural Department reports a potential U S wheat crop near 3100 million bushels for the year, down from June forecasts but still matching 1914 levels. Corn, barley, and potatoes also show above average yields, boosting allied supply as shipbuilding expands and Argentina, India, and Australia increase exports while submarine threats restrict enemy access.
Travelers returning from the Netherlands report a notable decline in German humor. Their views are based on perusal of German comic sheets, with special reference to the car- r?
A wartime analysis notes German humorists no longer mock the American army as the central empire prepares civil population morale. Editorials still attack the American army while lighter satire wanes. The piece likens this shift to a French editor’s metamorphosis from Elba to Paris, reflecting rising national hysteria.
Treasury Department memo to the Ways and Means panel urges luxury taxes and broader rates, but critics warn the plan taxes necessities and burdens moderate-income families. It advocates heavy levies on jewelry, clothing above set values, autos, and gasoline while favoring minimal disruption to living costs during wartime.
The Marylebone police court heard that Mrs Villiers-Stuart admitted bigamy after marrying Lieut Percival Villiers-Stuart in 1917 while her first husband Percival Bray was alive in France. The case links to the Pemberton Billing versus Maud Allan trial and alleged black book accusations against prominent figures.
The war trade board adds graphite crucibles and cocoa beans to the restricted import list with effective dates of July 15 for graphite and July 20 for cocoa beans.
Lawmakers adjourned at five after meeting at noon as Prohibitionista backed the first fight on a food stimulation bill amendment. California grape concerns raised potential $14 million crop costs. No action on a motion to strike wine language. House war communications power bill reported to Senate. calendared after Senator Penrose objected. President signed a 12 billion dollar army appropriation. Baker cites mail improvements for troops in France. Calder submits open letter from American Metal Co Ltd disputing profiteering. Rothschild accuses government of platinum supply inaction amid war revenue data gathering.
The State Department announced that licenses will be issued for exporting large quantities of nonurgent supplies to Mexico. Foodstuffs and steel goods will be allowed to flow to aid Mexican development, aligning with President Wilsons assurances of friendly relations. No formal exchange agreement is in place, negotiations have lingered, and the U S may act to protect its citizens property in Mexico if needed.
London reports American self-imposed limits greatly aided European allies during 1917 to 1918. Figures from Sir William Goode and Herbert Hoover show exports of about 60 billion bushels of wheat products and 59 billion of pork products, sacrificed by Americans via meatless and porkless days. Frozen beef shipments reached 48 million pounds in March, following requests for 72 million pounds monthly.
Director General McAdoo rejected reports that the Pennsylvania Railroad and the Baltimore and Ohio have postponed regular dividends and said no basis for the claim exists. He noted railroads' directors would meet in July and dividend action would wait until that meeting.
William J Price American Minister to Panama described reforms by U S troops policing Panama and Colon including removal of saloons from districts and halting sale of intoxicants. He cited lack of disorder at last Sunday elections and said supervision ensured fair elections before plans to return to Panama August 1.
Army orders list officers proceeding to camps and stations including Maj W B Hayes Camp A A Humphreys Capt H A Stuart Camp Lee Maj H R Leyden in this city Capt W M Murdoch Camp Lee Capt H E Watt Camp Lee Maj M Decker Dallas Maj R H Barrett Camp Sherman Lieut Col H A Meyer Jr Camp Meade Capt D Hawley Camp Fremont and Major C Lane Boston Leave of absence for five days is granted Capt D E Hannan.
Treasury daily receipts show 127 812 546 17 in revenue and 43 891 318 50 in ordinary disbursements. Month and year to date figures appear, with general fund assets totaling 2600 311 564 497 and liabilities 208 579 222 24, yielding a net general fund balance of 1391 732 342 73 and total cash assets of 1690 311 564 97. Gold and silver holdings are itemized, including gold coin 741 089 094 79 and gold bullion 1738 936 202 74, plus silver dollars 413 225 412 00 and bank notes redeemed 6972 724 00.
London reports a joint English American committee formed with Queen Alexandra as patroness to send food and luxuries to American soldiers at the front. Transport limits hinder parcels from the U S, but the plan mirrors British relief efforts and Queen Alexandra approves, offering support and patronage.
A War Department general order announces that First Lieutenant William Mésyeting of the 20th Infantry received the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism on 431126 1918. He led Infantry, organized defenses under heavy fire, and despite a severe wound, refused evacuation to ensure the attack’s outcome, inspiring his men to repulse the enemy. He sacrificed his right hand, and this marked the first such citation in general orders.
The Treasury Department issued an order requiring owners of all coastwise vessels to insure crews against risks from submarine operations. Compulsory insurance applies to vessels passing through the war zone, effective July 13. Rates: Atlantic coast trips one half cent per $100 of insurance. Gulf port trips three quarters of a cent per $100. Waiting vessels pay double. Insurance on fishing vessels and cargoes reduced from three quarters to one half cent per $160.
McAdoo announced that GraA Tomlinson, GM of the NY canal section of the U S Railway Administration, becomes general manager of the New York and New Jersey canals effective July 15. He will operate Railway Administration equipment on the Delaware and Raritan Canal. Shoe manufacturers gain essential industry status from the War Industries Board with continued priority tied to conservation rules.
Former Minnesota Governor John Lind, in Washington, says U S farmers may harvest a record wheat crop this year with higher acreage and yields across Minnesota South Dakota and North Dakota He notes farmers seek price reform over higher grain grades and cites shipbuilding vigor in California and the Pacific coast as wartime progress.
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