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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Mar 31, 1917
Page
9
Remittances should be made by drafts checks postoffice orders registered letters or express orders payable to The Washington Post Co Washington D C. Edward B McLean President Saturday March 31 1917.
A vigorous plea urging Congress to immediately arm and declare war after President Wilson presents the facts. The author invokes Lincoln Washington and Paul Jones, denounces pacifism, and calls America to unite and unleash its mighty force to defend liberty against Germany.
Rasputin, the monk, is reported slain following an attack. Authorities investigate the circumstances as details from the incident emerge.
A composite wartime narrative covers army orders in New York, European royal affairs led by Grand Duke Demetrius and Rasputin, the Youssoupof duel, and Queen Wilhelmina at The Hague. It notes Rasputin’s death, Marie Pavlovna, Irene Youssoupoff, and Prince Youssoupoff, plus Dutch diplomacy and embassy ceremonies.
Observant Byil reports on War Department orders detailing board appointments at Fort Bliss and Walter Reed. multiple officer promotions across cavalry and field artillery, including Dade, Smither, Dickman, De Armond, Quekemeyer, Andrews, Robinson, Westmoreland, Wyman, Boil, and Chaffee. Also lists transfer actions and regimental assignments with names and ranks amid a broad, condensed notice.
The nation mobilizes with universal military training and a broad corporate backing. Henry Ford offers his plant for government use, Schwab’s Bethlehem steel mills are slated for war production, and major firms join United States Steel and other interests in support.
The State Department cites official returns showing only a fraction of Germans notify entry to Mexico while thousands have left the United States to aid Mexican factions. Texas and border states report active German encouragement of anti American sentiment and possible working ties with Carranza. Calls for increased border forces, artillery, cavalry, and better aircraft to deter raids and prepare for potential war with Germany. Pacifist sentiment in Texas is warned to rise as border attacks threaten security.
A letter to The Post argues for universal military training and a middle aged independent regiment with drilling and target practice. The writer notes a wartime past when Americans were trained and warns that without training the nation could face trouble in war, urging immediate adoption of universal training to ensure preparedness and loyalty among middle aged citizens.
The piece declares that the nation must enter the valley of decision, defending rights and humanity against aggression. It argues pacifism is treacherous, urges joining the allied league for a just, lasting peace, and honors Washington and Lincoln as models for bold leadership guiding the country to victory.
Readers express eagerness to contribute during a time of crisis while unsure of the proper steps to take. Volunteers seek guidance on how to help, with appeals for organized efforts and clear instructions to participate effectively.
The nation faces a protest against the filibuster that blocked final action on the last session's armed neutrality. Majority resolve, not words, is urged as Americans await decisive move. A record vote in House and Senate is requested to reflect the verdict of the people.
Washington dispatch notes Chile as the strongest Latin American military power with a fine navy adding at least five submarines built for England at Fore River, Quincy. Britain had ordered 40 boats for the continent, ten to Canada, but neutrality issues delayed delivery. Five boats were sold to Chile. remaining negotiations reportedly ongoing. The U S Navy said it was not seeking these submarines and would not expand beyond its own builds. A Kansas City Star verse adds a gruff line about a statesman in the Capitol.
A fragmented speech reviews early American wartime ideals and critiquing European monarchies. It cites Lincoln, Moses, and Washington as benchmarks while urging freedom for Ireland and an anti-monarchy stance. A NY representative explains factions within the GOP and contemplates war status and tariffs.
United States Treasury figures show net general fund balance 57,781,003 with total receipts 2,608,099 and total payments 2,570,987. Deficit for the fiscal year stands at 169,395, T9R, compared with last year’s 54,43 832. The document lists various daily and monthly revenue receipts, ordinary disbursements, and asset totals across Treasury funds, including gold, silver, currency, and bank holdings, noting total assets and liabilities. It concludes with a cryptic remark on April and an observation about the onset of war beginning in April.
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