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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1912
Page
9
The Washington Post announces subscription terms for daily and Sunday editions with different rates and payment methods. It notes mail delivery to Washington and Alexandria and instructions for changing addresses and forwarding copies, including prepaid postage and payment via drafts, money orders, or registered letters.
The piece debates whether the United States has any sovereignty over the Canal Zone, arguing that rejecting sovereignty would nullify Senate actions, risking a costly venture in a no man’s land. It questions Brandegee’s stance, potential Japanese pressure, and the need to justify U S control of its own property to both Atlantic and Pacific interests.
The House committee report on hospital coalitions in the District highlights a stalled inquiry into Washington Asylum Hospital and notes the tuberculosis hospital administration must be removed from the Board of Charities which also oversees the Occoquan reformatory and other district institutions. The long delays push remedial action beyond the present session and into next winter, delaying decisive changes.
A Washington column analyzes how the Baltimore platform diverges from the House agenda on naval expansion tariff policy and conservation. It notes House conferees resist changes, the convention platform arriving late to influence action, and Gov Wilson likely aligning with the House’s approach amid Democratic disarray.
A report on the Anthony League establishing permanent suffrage headquarters in Washington to pressure Congress. It notes suffragists camped in the District to watch Congress, expect state by state gains, and anticipate a national vote outcome with District residents unable to vote.
Disturbing but baseless sensationalism grips New York as rumors swirl that the lobster population may be gone. After a recent mysterious accident in the White District, excitement grows among diners at gastronomy and liquor venues about the alleged shellfish disappearance.
Rumor of a looming lobster famine in New York spreads via underground channels tied to wine and chorus girls. Industry expert George Bowers claims 140 million lobsters were planted on the Maine coast last year, now fueling a tourist driven demand that keeps lobster scarce and prices rising. Broadway may rebound later as vacationers dwindle and hotel profits rise alongside wine prices.
The piece urges Waldo and Whitman to end public quarreling and unite to root out graft and prosecute all involved in the Rosenthal murder. It notes laxity, cites a police lieutenant nearby when Rosenthal was killed, and calls for accountability, including contrasting figures like Jack Rose and broader reform. It also juggles unrelated items on politics and society in a satirical, column-like tone.
A London court case details the arrest and acquittal of a man who called himself Prince Paul de Clairmont of Russia. He alleged noble status, but evidence showed a spent fraud involving a jewel theft from Lady Florence Abdy. The judge and jury treated the title as dubious, while noting Lady Abdy’s reputation for questionable associations. The article also notes a memorial appeal for Sir Philip Sidney and a postscript on naval vessel movements.
A Russo-Japanese defensive alliance is nearly complete, with two parts: delimitation of spheres in Mongolia and Manchuria and a mutual defense pledge. Baron Motono will sign for Japan. the pact expands on Portsmouth terms and would confirm Japan's influence south of Parallel 4 and east of 116 longitude, while granting Russia broader freedom in external Chinese territory.
National Assembly in Peking rejects all President Yuan Shi Kai's cabinet nominees. Premier Lu Cheng Helang remains in office but may resign. Coalition tensions and faction representation cited. Professor Jeremiah Jenks waives as financial adviser, awaiting government reply.
Arrival of James T Du Bois the American Minister to Colombia in New York raises speculation that his leave of absence visit may aim to ease the Colombia Panama rift. He is expected to go to Washington for State Department talks.
Leaves of absence and transfers announced for several Army officers across medical, engineers, ordnance, coast artillery, infantry and pay departments. Maj Reuben B Miller and Maj Frederick P Reynolds receive two months leaves. Capt George Pillsbury and Capt Owen G Collins move to new posts. First Lieut Thomas W Brown and Clarence C Williams assigned to duties in Sparta and reporting lines updated. paymaster changes and pending retirements noted for Thirty Infantry and First Lieut Edwin P Tignor. Acting Dental Surgeon Mortimer Sanderson to Burl Slocum. First Sergeant Thomas Cox placed on retired list.
A naval orders list directs Capt JH Oliver to command Alabama, Cmdr CF Preston to take Alabama, Lif Sandler to command New Hampshire, and several lieutenants and ensigns to Alabama or other stations. Includes midshipmen to Alabama, and a Marine Corps order for the Marine Barracks in Washington.
Congress updates show Senate Judge Archbald answering charges before impeachment court while Heyburn critiques Washington public buildings. Overman proposes a reform bill for forestry service investigation. Herman Ridder to testify on campaign contributions. House votes to seat Patrick F Gill after declaring Calvin’s election illegal. Public building bill approves $2,000,000 memorial to George Washington in the Mall. House adjourns at 6:35 until Monday.
Editor Post 1 notes Senator Tilman exited the conference room after conferees refused higher funding for Charleston area maintenance and improvements. He announced he would not sign the conference report, signaling dispute over financial allocations and yard work priorities.
The Post reports pressure for Gen Luis Mena to resign as Nicaraguan war minister amid upheaval in Managua. Diaz and Mena clash with militarists, while U.S. envoys discuss constitutional terms and adherence to a peace program.
Chicago reports footwear costs set to rise about 20 percent due to escalating leather and production costs driven by automobile demand. Brockton officials expect a broad, uneven rise across grades as supply and material costs remain volatile.
New York reports that the public library founded by the late Samuel L. Clemens Mark Twain at Reading Conn has received a substantial endowment from Andrew Carnegie. The Mark Twain Memorial Library will be the new name, honoring Clemens and his family. The collection began in a small chapel and grew with a building erected as a memorial to his daughter Jean. Mia Gabrilowitsch, another daughter, later donated most of his remaining books. The library had been sustained by voluntary contributions.
Chicago dispatch reports Pacific Coast hop growers warn they may stop planting the vine essential to beer production unless transcontinental freight rates are reduced. The protest was presented to Interstate Commerce Commission Chairman Charles A Prouty by the Northern Pacific general freight agent, who cited a body protest at the transcontinental freight convention. Growers say current rates erode profits and threaten the hop industry.
Samuel W McCall of Winchester Massachusetts declares he will not seek reelection to the House of Representatives in the Eighth district He says he has another ambition and will announce details later He cites twenty years of service and asks voters to consider another candidate for the forthcoming election
Annapolis Md July 19 The following were admitted as midshipmen today Thomas B Parkhurst Missouri Clifford Hooper California Jesse L Ken worthy Virginia Thomas R Cleary Jr California Ormond Durant Georgia Tut hill Ketchum Illinois and William S Miller New York.
Swept of Agriculture Weather Bureau Washington Friday July 3p wn Cool Feather prevails over districts except the Mississippi River Gear. temperatures near normal overall with interior Pacific States warmer. Thunder showers in the Atlantic Gulf. and Rocky Mountain region, Nebraska, South Dakota in central areas. Showers extend into eastern upper lake and Ohio valleys Saturday night and Sunday. Northwest and New England to be fair elsewhere. high temperatures in the South West, cooler Northwest by Saturday night. Winds along coasts varied. steamers to Europe facing north to east winds. Local Weather Report details temperature, humidity, rainfall, sunshine.
In a Washington scene at the New Willard, discussions touched on the Philippines as a vital commercial and strategic asset for the United States. Veterans like Col Meyer and Col Cay recounted Manila’s climate and life, while political figures including Gen Catchings and Taft supporters framed the era’s party dynamics and New York sentiment.
New York reports two steamers Mauretania and Adriatic sighting ice fields after arriving from Liverpool. The Adriatic spotted a largest berg near the Titanic site, estimated 900 to 100 feet long and 100 to 200 feet high. The Mauretania also noted a vast ice field forcing a southward maneuver.
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