Delays Wilson Notice Spurs Shipping Bill Action
The Senate commerce committee reached final amendments on the administration shipping bill amid delays and a shift toward tighter government vessel operation rules. Key changes restrict the board’s power, require US citizen contracts, and set standards for vessel types while eyeing a later full committee vote after Navy and Army appropriations.
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Campaign Committees to Confer with Hughes in New York
New York July 17 Wilcox Republican national chairman called for a meeting of campaign committees to confer with Charles E B Hughes. A follow up meeting by a special senatorial committee will focus on eleven close contests. Senators Weeks Smoot Sterling Wadsworth and Curtis named members.
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Harmony plans for political get-together in St Paul misfires
July 17 report from Paul Minnesota states party leaders admitted plans for a joint conference in St Paul to attract Progressives Republicans and Democrats may fail. The gathering appears to morph into a prohibition themed event with little political impact as rain affects transportation and plans.
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Justice hearing defends district assessor in Potomac case
See assessment flaw Syme stands by the rules and defends District Assessor William P Richards from attack by Potomac Company counsel before the Utilities Commission. Barbour objects to testimony on prejudicial evidence but the chairman overrules. Richards testifies on land and adjacent property valuations. The commission will finish direct testimony later this week to decide proper Potomac Electric Power Company property valuation.
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New York Epidemic Check Acceptable Say Health Officials
New York July 17 Health Commissioner Emerson announced the infantile paralysis epidemic has been checked with fewer new cases and deaths. Mayor Mitchell also issued a statement, urging calm and noting reduced fear and contagion risk as officials report today’s slight rise in cases and a total of 95 new cases and 47 deaths.
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New Plan to Buy Monticello Stationed by Town Panel
A local government considers a new plan to purchase Monticello property. Officials discuss a resolution to secure the purposed site, naming Tom G and others involved in the proposal. The plan aims to advance the project through formal approval.
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Eighty Appeals for Help Plight of District Guardsmen Families
Citizens Welfare Association facing a mounting backlog with zero new appeals on file. Funds are scarce and many cases under investigators are desperate. A renter faces eviction threats, and the committee seeks volunteers with automobiles to facilitate investigative rounds due to poor streetcar access.
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Mild infantile paralysis cases reported in District
No new cases of infantile paralysis were recorded by the District health department yesterday. Three suspected mild cases remain under observation. Dr William C Fowler said the last case traced to New York was extremely mild. He urged calm, noting Washington has long dealt with scattered cases and is well prepared to cope. Dr Arthur L Murray surveys unsanitary areas as part of city health effort.
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English Dispute With America Over U-Boat Hints in Parliament
A fragment from the House of Commons records a debate on the U-boat issue with America. Members discuss keeping the house informed of negotiations and emphasize ongoing interests. The dialogue mentions Lord Mills and Mr. Fdarat amid unclear lines, reflecting wartime tension and diplomatic caution.
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No Patrol Planned Off Virginia Coast for Deutschland
Secretary Daniels announced no American warships would patrol the Virginia coast to keep German submarine Deutschland ships outside the three mile limit. The United States expects allied ships not to violate territorial waters and fears of an attack before the submarine reaches the high seas are unwarranted. Washington has not been notified of Deutschland's sailing date and it is believed she will move from Baltimore to a Chesapeake Bay cove before slipping to sea on a dark night.
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U-Boat Commander Likely to Visit Washington
Capt Koenig of the German submarine Deutschland may visit Washington Friday or Saturday, announced by Gus Buckholts who hosted visiting sailors. More crew arrived for a sightseeing stop but were recalled for work aboard the boat. entertainment at Saengerbund Hall was canceled. Visitors named Karl Fritschte Otto Werener and Hans Kinsling.
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U-Boat Chance Bets On Deutschland Voyage
On the New York stock exchange July 17 wagers were placed on the submarine Deutschland. The odds favored 6 to 5 that she would clear the capes and 8 to 5 that she would return safely to her home port.
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D C Men Lack Horses as Arizona Maneuvers Loom
Special to The Washington Post from Bishes Arizona July 17 reports DC signal corps awaiting horses and mules purchased through San Antonio to aid field operations. Plans call for maneuvers with regulars at Hiabeo and with the First Separate Battalion MD DC at Naco, joined by Arizona troops and a colored Washington battalion.
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Russians Reach France A Sixth Contingent Arrives at Brest
Paris reports that a sixth contingent of Russian troops landed at Brest today and will be sent to a camp before entering the front. Earlier shipments brought five bodies of soldiers via Marseille, after long journeys from Moscow to Port Dalny and through the Buex Canal. Official figures on the first five contingents are not given, but believed to total about 0000. French communiques note Russian troops in trenches in Champagne.
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New Rush of Recruits Boosts District Guard Slump Ends
Recruiting officers at 1225 Pennsylvania Avenue celebrate a banner day as 27 men enlist after a War Department order delaying border departure. Circulars highlighting National Guard benefits aided the surge, with new enlistees from Washington, Maryland, New Jersey, and Virginia towns.
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Guard Regiments Rally to Fill Border Duty Gaps
War Department holds camp orders to keep militiamen for Bisbee border duty. Third Infantry of the District militia expected to entrain for Bisbee Aziz within a week, with 40 new recruits added yesterday and 27 at 1225 Pennsylvania Avenue. Officers insist minimum war strength requires 81 more men, and persistence of recruiting aims to fill gaps as Batteries and cavalry seek full strength for border service.
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Camp Athletes Contest Highlights Battery Teams
Camp Athletes staged open stretches with foot races and events between companies. Battery B won the mounted race amid lively competition. Battery A claimed victory despite a fall by wheelman Bryant, who was not seriously injured. Capt Fullman noted the appeal of soft jobs in recruiting for the headquarters company.
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War Dept bans officers from soliciting ration funds
War Department issues orders prohibiting officers from taking part in any movement to solicit funds. The order states army rations already cover all needs and officers and enlisted men in the organized militia and national guard in federal service must not participate in fundraising for such purposes.
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Wilson Grants Leave to Veterans to Attend Grand Army Meet
President Wilson issued an executive order granting civil war veterans serving in the federal government paid leave to attend the Grand Army encampment in Kansas City Missouri from August 26 to September 5. The order covers all veterans in federal service.
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Jeweler Swallows Diamond and Receives Draft Payment
Abraham Jacobson, a Chicago jeweler, swallowed a three quarter carat diamond while showing it to a potential buyer. A Lloyds draft, covering loss by accident, was received today in payment at its cost price. The gem vanished after a sharp click while he breathed on it to make it gleam.
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