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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1915
Page
14
Edward Staft argues that the United States should halt arms exports to all belligerents in Mexico while allowing food aid. He questions reciprocal moral responsibilities and warns that aiding European powers remains costly to national prosperity, urging humane restraint amid turmoil.
The piece rails at Anglo American tensions over the Lusitania sinking and questions why President Bryan would push the United States into Britain’s war. It argues American minds are poisoned by German and British propaganda, urging readers to seek calm and proper answers amid public alarm.
A wartime editorial argues the United States must strengthen national defense or face a fate like Britain’s. It says workers’ burdens, factory systems, and enemy reach threaten security, urging corporations to bear part of defense costs and citizens to back military preparedness. The piece closes urging support for Congress on defense funds and policy.
The Post reiterates a long standing rule that all letters intended for publication must include the sender's name and address. Respondents may use initials or a nom de plume if they prefer, and such wishes will be honored.
Norine Harvey argues Americans reject war with Germany or Britain and favor the president as a peacemaker. She insists the public expects continued peace from Roosevelt and condemns emotional wartime agitation while urging use of Bryan arbitration treaties now.
Albert Pelter of Chicago argues that current submarine policy risks setting dangerous international law precedent. He warns that after the war a defeated nation could face arms shipments to its shores via neutral routes, undermining submarine effectiveness and global justice. He suggests agreeing with Germany on a code banning contraband aboard passenger ships.
P T Leahy argues for adopting a two platoon system in the Washington fire department. He cites long 96 hour duty stretches, limited days off, and restrictive meal breaks as inhumane. He claims the change would boost efficiency, morale, and allow officers to live with families and single men to marry.
In a letter from Upperville Virginia Am IL argues the President asks too much of Germany over submarine use in sinking English merchant vessels. The writer says neutrality requires sympathy for Germany's view, noting Germany's weapon is submarines while England blocks shipments.
Belgian gentlemen form an organization to import American goods and inventions after the war as a gesture of gratitude to the United States. They plan to recruit Belgian manufacturers and engineers as agents and staff, hoping American firms will approve. Inquiries should be sent to Mr Willy Lamot in Halstead England for details.
A letter urging strict vision standards for drivers argues that automobile operators should meet clear eye requirements. The author recommends central vision be two thirds normal in the better eye and one third in the weaker eye, with protective spectacles for certain eye conditions.
John R. Walker argues that delaying the note to Germany and holding the British note in abeyance may leverage both nations. He suggests envoy movements and public assurances could pressure Germany over submarine warfare and Britain's blockade.
In this perspective it seems strange that New York should accept as final in the Becker case such evidence as that of men whose interest it was to swear to his guilt. Prior to the shooting Becker seemed a man of good character and an excellent officer. There is no real proof he was guilty. the fault lies with flimsy evidence and possible malice. Virginians punish the guilty quickly but separate wheat from chaff.
Editor Post cites Gen. Malleterre claiming the Hohenzollerns were robber barons while noting Frederick of Hohenzollern was sent in 1415 to Brandenburg to purge robbers and restore peace. He employed Europe’s first cannon in battle and toppled insolent fortifications as Louvain during his campaign. George J.
Editor Pokt argues the military salute remains a necessary duty enshrined in army regulations long before Ex-Soldier’s criticism. He mocks abolition proposals, notes rank distinctions, and suggests an army of only major generals would remove salutes, portraying the idea as communistic and impractical. He stresses generations of officers uphold the salute tradition despite criticism.
J H Tershin rebukes John Bull for not ferreting out the German navy while praising the fleet’s actions. The letter accuses the editor of hollow rhetoric and double standards, urging decisive action and calling out perceived bluster.
Martin L. Hughes reports a notable memorial in the U S Capitol rotunda honoring Gen. Grant. Col Samuel R. Strattan delivered an eloquent tribute, recalling Appomattox and the Union Confederate bivouac, with taps at the close. Miss Rose Sefton and Mrs. Doral Hendricks led arrangements, drawing applause from crowds and excursionists.
An editorial argues that civilized nations demand visit and search before destroying ships in war. It recalls the Lusitania tragedy and notes Americans among the victims, urging Germany to respect the law and humanity.
The article claims the top salaries for clothing designers exceed tailor wages and asserts Society Brand and Aristocratic Clothes produce the most masterfully styled garments. It invites readers to visit and purchase Aristocratic Suits priced at 20, 22.5, and 25 dollars.
President Wilson sent Germany a temperate protest as the world awaited its reply. Germany admits torpedoing the great passenger liner without warning with malice aforethought, provoking horror and indignation in the United States and civilized nations. Signed Joseph B. Cook, Atlanta, Ga.
Editor Joseph Adkins Jr argues that Britain pressures the United States into a major war over Lusitania and other disasters. He contends an amicable settlement is possible with full disclosure and asks for England to face accountability, reparations, and an end to its actions against American merchant fleets.
The writer asks for the current address of Lester F. Ward’s family in Washington to request letters from the Russian philosopher W. Lessewitch. If such letters exist they should be sent to aid a biography. the sender offers to exchange letters Ward wrote to Lessewitch from 1892.
A dense listing of horse names and connections from Belmont Park and Morning Telegraph coverage. Names include Tralee Fishwalk Wooden Shoes Perthshire Roly Bryson Flying Fairy Rockview Old Sulit Syosset Guncotton Eddie T Tarbrush Copper King Fly Home and others among a long racing roster.
Instructions describe drawing a continuous chain of three to five circles per section across four charts. Start left, move up or down rightward with right angle turns, counting each circle once. Submit one solution per chart, adding totals across all four charts, with blanks provided for each solution and overall total.
The notice explains a circle chain puzzle with four charts. It details starting numbers from 98 to 73, totaling 2910, and outlines how to form chains and handle ties. Prizes depend on subscriptions, with dividends on paid subscriptions and eligibility for mail subscribers under set limits. Submissions must be mailed by June 28, including neatly cut charts and clearly written solutions.
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