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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jul 18, 1916
Page
7
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The piece argues that a pending shipping bill with a new Shipping Board should be passed. It defends regulation of water commerce as necessary to prevent unfair practices, rebuts claims it harms free trade, and urges Congress to act despite criticism. The author says reform is essential to curb rebates and protect American shipping.
The death of Prof Elie Metchnikoff, famed bacteriologist and Nobel prize winner in 1908, is described with emphasis on his longevity theories. He argued autointoxication from intestinal putrefaction causes bodily decay and controversially claimed the large intestine serves little purpose. He promoted the "sour milk" cure as a practical measure against deadly bacteria.
The fragment discusses a minority view on life value and the necessity of adopting new ideas amid ongoing global concerns. It contrasts the unreal relevance of bacteriological theories with a hinted shift toward accepting novel proposals at a moment when major powers appear disconnected from prolonging life.
The Naval War College report for Secretary Daniels argues the United States must build a balanced fleet with dreadnoughts battle cruisers and submarines. It cites the Jutland losses and warns against relying on any single ship type, stressing a well rounded navy to match European powers.
The United States has spent about three billion dollars on war munitions and related goods since the European conflict began. Twenty four corporations account for over a billion, a figure rivaling the nation’s entire 140 year debt, while official munitions exports top 446 million but exclude locomotives blankets rails and other war materials. Wealth has grown as European money flowed into American banks, and the article argues peace should not curb aggressive export profits as rebuilding after the war will demand US materials.
The piece lauds the United States Senate for unified action on foreign policy, noting President Wilson’s Indianapolis speech advocating team work. It highlights Senator Stone of Missouri as chairman of foreign relations, who often secures unanimous support on major foreign policy questions.
The piece discusses cross party cooperation in foreign policy, noting Senators Stone and Lewis as main advocates, Lodge and Borah supporting the administration. It cites British and Brazilian observers praising nonpartisan handling, and highlights a Japanese parliament example of party unity on external questions. The article argues Senate teamwork should inspire national unity and support for President Wilson.
War Department grants departmental commanders power to discharge guardsmen with dependent families and instructs recruiters to avoid enlisting those with at home dependents. Moves aim to ease burdens on service members while preserving border patrol strength and public safety commitments. The note highlights broader sentiment and regional quips rather than a single event.
A London society notice reports Lady Helen de Vers Brassey, 24, to wed Maj John Murray of the Scottish Horse, heir to John Murray IV and head of the Murray publishing dynasty founded in 1768. The piece recalls the family's long Albermarle Street residence, notable ancestors, and the firm’s historic ties to figures like Scott, Byron, and Disraeli.
In a dawn outdoor course at the Ohio Military Institute, Prof. Harris Benedict of the University of Cincinnati conducted an unusual final examination for 85 students in a bird study class. With darkness preventing sight, each student named birds heard in a nocturnal chorus, and most passed with high marks.
When removing motor car tires, place the side away from the car toward the car when reinstalling. Most wear occurs on the outside edge. Reversing worn and unworn sides spreads wear and makes the tire wear more evenly, preventing a single worn spot.
The Senate confirmed Representative Hay of Virginia as a justice of the Court of Claims while another effort to secure clemency for Sir Roger Casement failed. Debate on the naval bill continued with Senator Borah praising preparedness. Senator La Follette signaled plans to amend rules to bar naval use for collecting claims in Latin America. The Nolan wage bill for federal workers was blocked in the House. The session adjourned briefly after tributes to Rep Moss and bills on the omnibus buildings program and post office appropriations.
A reflective note on 19th century magazines and advertisements. The author muses that future sociologists will study magazine ads as social documents, valuing promotional pages from plumbers, car makers, tailors, hosiery and collar producers over publisher puffery.
Poem fragment by Florence BR Mastin in Collier's Wackly describes a gray sea scented shore home. The speaker personifies a seaworn house by dunes, hearing chimneys sing and harbor winds. Vivid maritime imagery evokes storms, wrecks, buoy bells, and a lone narrator devoted to the sea and memory.
The essay portrays today’s mature mother as a changed, conspicuous figure who peers ahead of tradition. She resembles her children more than her mother, embracing lectures on evolution and protest while shunning old pursuits like tea and scandal.
Godfrey de Bouillon, famed First Crusade leader, governed Jerusalem for one year after its capture. Legends portray his strength and piety, including refusals of a kingly crown. He fought at Ascalon, helped defend Palestina, and was succeeded by Baldwin.
A Country Gentleman tip describes turning a large rock into a bird bath with cement. By shaping a shallow bowl and building up a 6 inch deep interior, you create a welcoming water feature. It notes cleaning with a hose and that several birds visited the bath in a single day.
A sketch of Empress Eugenie's era from Vogue notes how gowns were costly yet elegant with many ball gowns worn in a single evening. It recalls Worth’s fame, ornate ballroom fashion, and Empress Elizabeth of Austria seen in a white tulle gown with real camellias.
An odd exchange from the Birmingham Age Herald features a man who loves true maxima insisting complaint never helps, while his leap-year husband recalls a time he lamented loneliness and received a win.
In Manhattan and across New York, Republicans express confidence Hughes will win New York and the nation, betting sums cited by James A Smith. Also, strategic views on Tammany backing, Wilson money, and a warned Japan invasion scenario shaped by national guard deployment. Col J W Zevelay argues Oklahoma and Mississippi leaning to the President, while Detroit Free Press notes a sarcasm quip on accounting terms.
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