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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Mar 21, 1915
Page
10
Neutral envoys in Washington blame the European war for wrecking trade and industry. They cite Allied blockades and transportation disruption as demoralizing retailers and manufacturers. They warn Latin America will lean toward the United States, urging American business to study Latin markets and adapt strategies to capitalize on the shift.
Article by Robe Riobrenes Mesln discusses Costa Rica's move to establish an international bank managed by the government to secure long term credits. It notes the impact of European war, suspension of payments, and banks' refusal to back government plans. The measure aims to protect agriculture and industry and attract American manufacturers by guaranteeing four million dollars in capital backed by treasury bonds.
The United States can expand trade with Colombia as its economy develops and commercial ties grow. The piece highlights potential in bananas, platinum, and agricultural ventures, noting barriers from European banks and wartime commerce disruptions while urging U.S. firms to pursue new enterprises in the Andean region.
The European war depresses Venezuela’s commerce by half as exports and imports shrink with Germany France and England dominating trade. U S exchanges dwindle to about a third, with overall economic activity projected to fall by around 60 percent. The article laments a global Civilizational pause and assigns blame to the war’s instigators.
The piece by Eduardo Soler VWinster argues that Dominican Republic exports heavy tobacco to Hamburg and Europe suffer from wartime disruption. It notes reduced imports, lower duties, and calls for trade custome changes to aid Dominican commerce. The author warns of prolonged conflict harming political and social institutions and delaying global material progress.
Salvador, rich in natural wealth and densely populated, remains industrious and financially stable. It already conducts substantial trade with the United States, nearly half of its commerce, and expects further growth as American merchants push Latin American ties amid the European war.
Ambassador Juan Ri ano of Spain forecasts closer US Spain trade relations as war disruptions limit money markets. He believes Spain will not face financial impact and that US exports may rise to replace bel ligerent suppliers, while cautions on duration of the European war.
A Nicaraguan minister warns the ongoing war disrupts revenue sources, halting coffee trade as European buyers withdraw and European credit dries up. He notes US shipments enter with lower duties, while potential sugar cane and lumber opportunities loom if the conflict endures, though human cost remains tragic.
The essay argues the European war signals the start of seven vast conflicts that will disrupt global peace. It predicts rising rivalries, heavier armaments, and long-term upheaval, with impacts on Pan-American unity, trade, and Cuba’s neutral stance. It foresees two years of war and a rebalanced world economy.
The European war disrupts global commerce and Bolivia’s business. Bolivian timber and rubber are sought by the United States, while Europe seeks machinery and goods from the U S. The conflict alters hemispheric trade, with the war likely benefiting commercial relations for this hemisphere as long as hostilities continue.
The article argues US trade could rise with Colombia if the war disrupts European buyers and Colombian payments improve. It links a pending treaty to an agreed $2500 000 investment for roads and ports, urging US firms to expand sales of machinery and ships to Colombia while stressing confidence in Colombian merchants.
Counselor Penfield cites opportunity for the United States as European conflict persists and war economy drains Atlantic trade. He warns that Britain and allied countries cannot supply forests and goods, risking stagnation and revenue loss for nations. US could gain if it pursues sustainable trade with Latin America postwar.
A proposed process by Mr Cherry could allow gasoline production at 3 cents per unit with profits. It claims to triple output and reduce prices while cutting unused oil shipments. The method uses an electric scheme and aims to convert oil to gas without added inputs, according to city chemists.
A semiofficial Giornale D Italia article urges Italy to shed blood to expand beyond the seas, chiefly in the Mediterranean, to secure growth and defend Italian interests. It argues neutrality was provisional, stresses a decisive war phase, and condemns Austrian policy while demanding new frontiers to prevent destruction and ensure national strength.
The statement frames a national duty for Italy to solve a grave problem by sacrificing blood and money if necessary. It declares the nation must stay constantly prepared for any eventuality, urging unwavering unity, resilience, and vigilance in facing threats and uncertainties ahead.
Dispatches from Milslene report Turkish forts damaged by allied bombardment while others near Custraki remain undamaged. Mines will be placed near Lazomene west of Smyrna as Turkish batteries illuminate gulf waters at night. An allied general attack on the Dardanelles began with heavy shelling. losses included damage to the French battleship Bouvet and the British cruiser Inflexible, while some Turkish forts sustained casualties.
The German view questions Anglo French optimism after bombardments of the Dardanelles. It notes ships sunk and losses, warns the forts remain strong, and asserts the strait cannot be pierced by man, citing British and French actions and a skeptical London Daily News analysis.
A list of deeds of trust recorded for multiple parcels across towns and neighborhoods. Entries name grantors, for example Herman H Howenstein et ux and George T Lorger, with lenders such as National Permanent Building Association and Mutual Serial Building Association. Terms include various amounts from $600 to $17,000, with amortization periods from 1 to 8 years and interest rates around 6 percent, some semiannual payments. Several properties are described with blocks and lots in towns like Brightwood Park, Fort Worth, and Droit Park.
A dense ledger of equity and circuit division assignments, bankruptcies, criminal and probate items. Lawyers and parties are listed with case numbers, judges, and dates such as March 3 1914, March 22 1915, and other docket details across multiple divisions including Division 1 and Division 2. The record names many firms and attorneys including Moncure Randall Mackey Maddox Mattingly Quinn Wolf Brandenburg and others, with numerous assignments and motions noted.
Fragmentary real estate transfer list references numerous streets, deeds, and placeholders. Names such as William, Benjami, Charles Marr, and Sterling appear amid scattered lot and square references. The garbled OCR text lists properties, trusts, and owners in a dense, puzzle-like draft with unclear dates or locations.
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