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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1919
Page
10
The notice outlines advance payment subscription options for The Washington Post delivered by carrier or mail in 1919. It lists daily and Sunday editions, various durations, and prices, with payment methods and mailing details. Editorial leadership and post office classification information are included.
Washingtonians are urged to inform The Post of address changes to receive updates wherever they are. Include old and new addresses and the duration of mail service. Subscriptions are prepaid to The Washington Post Company and may be daily, daily and Sunday, or Sunday only. Renew before expiration per address label.
The article reviews Gen. Smuts' late war stance and his protest against harsh German stipulations at the peace conference. It notes his South African role, moderate mind, and ties to Lloyd George, highlighting his calls for revision of territorial settlements, forgiveness for punishments, and leniency toward Germany at odds with France and Poland. It discusses the potential impact on the league covenant and Senate scrutiny.
The former chancellor Bethmann Hollweg urges the Allies to try him instead of the Kaiser for Germany’s war acts. He accepts responsibility for Germany’s conduct 1913 to 1917 and pleads for swift action. He faults the Kaiser and Bethmann Hollweg for invasion of Belgium and the war crimes, urging capture and surrender to the Allies.
The piece defends President Wilson for resisting a premature repeal of war time prohibition, noting the act' s wartime rationale and postwar limits. It argues Congress avoided direct action, praises Wilson for clarity and duty, and maintains demobilization must precede any lift of the ban.
The article questions whether war ends with signing or ratification of a peace treaty and its effect on war agencies. It warns Congress may repeal war laws when ratification occurs and notes public pressure to terminate war offices while noting ongoing diplomatic theatrics and lingering Allied pressure.
Lady James Douglas, French-born heiress and racing figure, wins the Oaks at Epsom aboard Bayuda against long odds. Her marriage history links to the Hennessy cognac dynasty and the Queensberry Douglas lineage, with extensive notes on family fortunes, residences, and public roles.
The Sixty-sixth Congress moves to finalize five major appropriation bills totaling about 2.35 billion dollars before a planned recess. Senate and House committees pause most work as talks on the German peace treaty resume after Fourth of July speeches. President Wilson is expected to approve payments to avoid a deficit until he signs the bills.
Representative women's groups pledged cooperation in a national thrift campaign at a four conference here with Savings Division officials of the Treasury Department. Through membership in the organization the effort to continue permanently the savings methods established in war time was planned, with General Federation of Women’s Clubs and other groups represented.
Lieut. Comdr. A. C. Wilvers reported the Sopwith airplane wreck found at sea after the attempt to cross the Atlantic by Harry Hawker and Lieut. Comdr. MacKenzie Grieve. The plane floated tail up with a white shirt tied on its tail as a distress signal and a brown mail bag lashed near the top containing letters to British peers and King George.
National banks reported total resources of 20.825 billion dollars as of May 12, up 807 million since March 4 and 106.0 billion in six years. Deposits stood at 15.908 billion, rising 1.513 billion since May 16, 1918, with gains across central reserve city and other reserve districts. Loans and discounts reached 9.994 billion, up 213 million since March 4.
The American commission led by Dr. Clarence J. Owens completed a Panama survey and sailed for New York to back a loan plan. Its report urges revision of land laws and creation of a farm loan bank. Belisario Porras announces a Pan American college opening Jan 1 to teach international commerce. A note warns about a suitcase in DC implying a secret treaty.
The Washington Post presents departures from Washington to major cities with connections in Chicago. Timetables include Atlanta Baltimore Boston Chicago Cincinnati Cleveland Columbus Detroit Indianapolis Jacksonville Louisville Memphis New Orleans New York Philadelphia Pittsburgh Richmond St Louis and more with varying morning and evening slots. Times based on railroad administration data subject to daily changes.
Lieut. Col. H. Gideon Wells reports from Chicago that American Red Cross and associated societies supplied food and medical aid to Roumania. Hoover administration and American Red Cross efforts distributed relief across 30 000 square miles with Bucharest as a center, delivering quotas within ten days of a relief ship arrival. Despite bolshevik threats, the country anticipates good crops and victory.
A steady decline in women railroad workers follows demobilization and men returning to prior jobs. From 301,785 women on October 1, 1918, numbers fell to 85,393 by April 1, with early cuts focusing on heavy work in roundhouses and shops while clerical roles shrank modestly.
Commissioner Donald of the United States Shipping Board urges Southern shippers to take a more active interest in owning overseas vessels. He notes over 100 American-flag vessels sail from Southern ports as home berths, counting steam and gun-propelled ships over 1,900 gross tons. From Southern Atlantic and Gulf ports American products reach South American markets on American bottoms, ensuring delivery to customers without reliance on foreign ships.
King George and Queen Mary hosted a Buckingham Palace garden party in place of the prewar presentation court event. Attendees included John W. Davis the American Ambassador to Great Britain and Mrs. Davis, embassy staff and wives, plus Mrs. Frances M. Wolcott of Buffalo, Mrs. Felix D. Doubleday of New York, and guests Miss Mabel Gerry, Miss Catherine Wendell, and Miss Dorothy Hibbard.
Gennady Berseneff, president of the United Credit Unions of Alberia, visiting Washington, promotes US Russia business ties. He says 60 percent of Russians are farmers and that Russia is emerging from centuries of darkness, eager for American help with farming implements and industrial guidance. He lauds US hospitality and views Russia as a coming economic partner.
Captain Hughes, son of Sydney’s former Lord Mayor, predicts a surge in Australian exports to the United States after Versailles. He notes rising US prices and argues Australia will need American-manufactured goods, while American cars outpace European. He cites American-made autos as cost-effective and durable, and recalls Australian war service and honours awarded to him.
Henry T Cunningham, New York lawyer, comments on postwar prohibition amid Versailles peace talks. He notes no nationwide wartime ban existed during the war, asks why a wartime prohibition would begin now, and criticizes Congress for delaying repeal while many lawmakers drink at clubs. He cites hypocrisy among legislators and a preacher’s influence. The peace delegates prepare to ratify the treaty.
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