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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Mar 25, 1913
Page
11
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The piece argues most Wilson voters did not seek public office while noting 121 530 applications across executive departments against 14 384 available posts. It praises office seekers as voters who support the party but warns government service should serve all, not political needs.
The piece questions elite Democratic reluctance to serve abroad as a broader protest against radicalism and party drift. It notes President Wilson’s disappointment at refusals and hints at financial and reform-related tensions shaping decisions, with party leaders sidelined amid swift power shifts.
The President anticipated possible failure and prepared the public, but a backlash among conservatives occurred. Radicalism appears to gain the moment, though voters expect legislative progress if the regular program stalls.
A historic critique argues the Democratic tariff plan aims for revenue but risks $150 million shortfall, largely from sugar duties. It questions whether a revenue focused tariff can raise needed funds and highlights potential income tax reliance and price impacts on commodities.
A reflection on human limits amid disasters like tornadoes and the Titanic wreck. The essay argues that despite modern engineering, air, sea, and earth remain overwhelming forces. It notes the fragility of civilization, citing storms, ships, and the iceberg disaster to illustrate man's smallness beside nature.
Reports from the border region indicate the Huerta government has regained ground in parts of central and southern Mexico. Transportation delays limit reinforcements to federal garrisons in Sonora and Coahuila, while northern and extreme southern fronts see varying outcomes. Observers note the government’s ability to reinforce pressed commands has improved, suggesting shifting momentum in ongoing conflict.
Reports from Mexico City indicate Huerta has expanded and mobile federal troops surpassing Diaz and Madero forces. An alleged 60,000 troops were authorized though funds are uncertain, with well supplied artillery and cavalry giving the government an edge over insurgents led by Orozco. The central authority presses for restored order as fighting recedes to two active regions.
Arkansas legislature echoes a rising civil rights argument against federal control of water power and river rights. It asserts state ownership of bed, water, and air rights, save navigation, urging senators to oppose federal overreach and defend states authority under the Constitution.
A medallion of diamonds bearing three miniatures of Alexander II, Alexander III, and Nicholas II was presented by the czar to Gen. Count Worontzoff-Dashkoff in honor of the Romanoff tercentenary. The count, influential as Caucasus governor general, is praised for restoring peace, church properties, and harmony among diverse communities. The article chronicles his career, favor with two empresses, and his rise from minister of the imperial house to viceroy, ending with his promotion to count.
Minnie Maddern Fiske and George Arlisss urge protection of birds in a public appeal against the plume trade. They cite Governor Wilson’s early stand in New Jersey and describe how aigrets are killed and wounded birds abandoned, calling for state laws to curb cruelty and promote humane millinery practices.
The Atlantic battleship fleet anchored in Tangier Sound off Virginia observes Florida and Nebraska fire on the sunken old battleship San Marcos. Weather is clear with SW wind 12 to 14 mph. The fleet plans further target firing near Lower Chesapeake Bay before deep sea maneuvers as Secretary Daniels visits in April.
Under command of Lieut Towers the navy aviation corps reached the Naval Academy in Annapolis today from their winter camp at Guantanamo Cuba where they took part in fleet maneuvers with Atlantic fleet battleships aboard the naval carrier Neptune Chaplain William G Cassard newly stationed at Newport reported for duty at the Naval Academy this morning He will relieve Chaplain Evan W Scott as academy chaplain on April 1
Army orders list leaves of absence for Capt Thomas F Ryan three days First Lieut Cheeter J Goodidr extended 29 days First Lieut Robert Sterrett three months Brig Gen Edgar Z Ateever retiring due to incapacitation and retirement approved by the President William A Mann reassigned as chief of staff central department second division to Texas City Tex Aide William Haan named chief of staff Eastern department First Lieut Lewis A Levanture medical reserve to Fort Sam Houston Tex First Lieut Fanes A Simpson medical reserve to Fort Moultrie S C. Capt Clarence H Knight to Mayamoth Hot Springs Wyo for Yellowstone duties. Capt James T Moore to Fort Sheridan Ill after Ark leave. Capt Ralph H Goldthwaite to Fort Hamilton N Y. Capt Thomas Moore and others proceed to duty posts.
A batch of naval orders transfers Lieut M Robinson from Mare Island to Jupiter as engineer officer and Lieut J H Towers from Guantanamo to the Naval Academy. Lieut 18 Causehy moves to command B-1, Lieut C W Nimitz to home, and Ensigns Sellinger Billingsey Hebster Chevalier Hancock Romann Cheek shift among aviation camps naval stations and Asiatic stations with several detached commands and academy assignments.
Arrivals include Feigel Uncas Bailey Bally Malley Panther Nero Marylend Castine Tono pah and others at Guacausyaba Bay Norfolk Hampton Roads Tasgier Sound San Diego Jacksonville Habana and San Pedro. Vessels sailed Batles Batley Panther Nere Wasit Florida Utah North Dakota Michigan Minneota South Carolina Ohio Idaho from Annapolis Bremerton Tampico Vera Cruz Guantanamo Rockload Me.
Washington dispatches say President Wilson faces four dilemmas in foreign appointments. Wealthy Americans have often served with distinction, yet the current trend toward palace living is criticized. Salaries, though modest for ambassadors, should uphold dignity while merit warrants careful promotion from within the service. Patience is urged as most missions are already well filled and political leanings of incumbents matter less.
Pittsfield Dispatch reports 14 year old Robert Munger son of Mr and Mrs George A Munger has the world’s champion one legged high jumper. In a contest against 42 competitors he cleared & feet & inches. Munger lost his leg at 7 after an accident near Albany while retrieving a baseball. He attends William M Mercer School and excels in athletics as a baseball catcher and versatile gym program member.
A young man riding through Wilung timber country during a recent storm escaped death in a bizarre event. A tree was struck by lightning, splitting in halves, and the frightened horse leaped through the gap as the halves closed like a trap. The horse lost part of its tail but the rider was only severely shaken.
In a comic exchange Bill asks if Jim is carrying a cane and jokes about his water on the knees. Jim admits trouble and Bill suggests wearing pumps as a humorous remedy.
Today’s sun and tide table shows high tides at 1018 and 1045 with low tides at 433 and 441. The weather bulletin reports widespread unsettled conditions, heavy rainfall in central and southern states, strong squalls along coasts, and a cold wave in the Northwest. Storm warnings issued from Los Angeles to San Diego and brisk winds along multiple coasts accompany the forecast. River readings note rising levels on the San Quayk and Tilinoa, with severe storms tracked across the country.
Viscount Raoul de Saint Phalle, vice consul at the French embassy in Washington for eighteen years, dies after two months illness. Ambassador Jusserand and the entire embassy staff will attend his funeral at St. Matthew's Church at 7 pm. Relatives from New York come to arrange burial in France. he was 56, formerly a French army captain, and a lifelong bachelor.
Postmaster General Burleson and Civil Service Commissioner Mcllhenny led a discussion at the Post Office Department on creating civil service exams for fourth class postmasters. Tests will be jointly framed by the department and civil service commission and submitted to President Wilson for approval. The aim is to balance difficulty to secure competent appointees without deterring applicants.
The District Supreme Court marked its semicentennial with a general term session led by Justice Bernard. Justices Anderson Wright and Stafford attended as the bar cohort aged 40 years noted the old Circuit Court’s passing and the new tribunal’s organization. Surviving members named include Eugenes Carusi, William F Martinety, Nathaniel Wilson, and W A Maury. Naval Committee Starts Home. Yachts Dolphin and Mayflower, carrying House naval affairs committee members, planned to depart Habana for Key West after a Panama Canal visit with Charleston, S C on the itinerary and return by Saturday night.
A mix of remarks from Seattle official Charles Hettner and others at the Willard covers Seattle’s port plans for docks and canals, Alaska rail hopes, and immigration, plus sports and lumber notes. Dr Jones and Canadian delegates discuss horse breeding, while Northwest lumber demand and Southern agriculture trends also feature.
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