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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1912
Page
9
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The article discusses the heated race for the party's nomination, noting Taft and Roosevelt tensions, the two thirds rule, and Champ Clark's lead while outlining the potential impact of unpledged delegates on the convention outcome. It contrasts this with a DC flood memory from 1889, highlighting urban modernization after earlier disasters.
The piece notes London displease at Americans spending abroad while Paris also benefits from summer visitors. It argues for mutual distribution of American tourists, estimating London draws about 7.5 million dollars in a season and Paris about 15 million, with hundreds of thousands of travelers. It suggests Germany could mediate if one city receives more than its share.
Floods in Washington reflect a long memory of spring freshet dangers in the capital city. Improvements to the waterfront have proven worth the cost by easing risk and protecting the area from flood damage.
Analysis of the Titanic disaster notes reforms in ship safety and operations. It highlights slower speeds, better life saving gear, improved crew standards, and government action. The Birmingham scout cruiser will warn ships of icebergs near Grand Banks and test wireless alerts for a potential international patrol.
The Texas, the largest warship of 27 000 tons, launched proudly to outshine rivals but can not rest on laurels as a Japanese battle cruiser emerges larger by 100 tons with faster speed and heavier secondary weapons. Experts weigh armor versus speed in offshore battles as both fleets rise to claim dominance.
The piece discusses a naval arms race between the United States and Japan, comparing dreadnoughts and battle cruisers. It notes the US will launch two more dreadnoughts while Japan plans five first class ships, including cruisers, highlighting concerns that the US lags in battleship construction and risks falling behind in Pacific maneuver and reach.
The House debate on tolls centers on exempting coastwise shipping from Panama Canal charges. The piece argues USA can and should exempt American coastwise vessels from tolls, while foreign ships remain unable to enter that trade. It cites Hay-Pauncefote, Stimson, and Uncle Joe Cannon to support free passage for coastwise shipping.
Mrs Emery of New York widow of John J Emery who died in 1908 with a fortune of about 40 million and three children is to wed Alfred Anson the Hon Alfred Anson, younger brother of the Earl of Lichfield. The Ansons are deeply connected to British aristocracy and hold vast estates. The match would place Mrs Emery in the ranks of the British peerage through the Anson family line. The piece traces the Anson lineage from Admiral Anson through multiple generations, noting marriages into prominent houses and the family’s long-standing wealth and status. The article also mentions unrelated political and social snippets and a provocative line about former President Taft and other figures.
Preliminary ceremonies by the California Society honored Joaquin Miller at his Sierra homeland cabin in Rock Creek. Attendees included notable figures and poets with plans for a final dedication on the first Sunday in June, featuring speeches and readings.
Archbishop Giovanni Bonzano, papal delegate to the United States, celebrated a 7 o clock mass at St Marys Church in Washington. He distributed communion to over eight Knights of Columbus and spoke to them after the service, expressing pleasure in witnessing their faith.
The late king's coffin rests on a gold and white catafalque in Christiana Cathedral with silver candlestabra and Rosenberg castle silver lions. Wreaths from all classes surround the coffin as Danish and foreign royals and officials gather for the funeral rites. A short service at the cathedral precedes moving the body to Frederick V's chapel.
Gabriel Hanetoux hosted a reception at his residence to honor the Champlain Delegates to America. Attendees included the American Ambassador and Mrs Herrick, Franco American committee members, and many French and American guests. Delegates praised US and Canadian hospitality and voiced renewed energy for Franco-American cooperation.
The Panama Pacific exposition commissioners and the American Ambassador Richard C herens were welcomed in a special audience by Archduke Joseph in Budapest on May 13. They then toured ministries and paymaster buildings, with Count Sereny hosting a luncheon. The day included a grand banquet, reflecting strong interest in the forthcoming exposition.
Memorial services in the representatives hall paid tribute to Gen Henry H Bingham known as father of the House. Representatives Moore Crago Vare Olmsted and Baten of Pennsylvania Fitzgerald of New York Lamb of Virginia and Representative Gregg of Pennsylvania delivered orations.
Catholic clergy in Washington denounce Protestant criticisms of Catholic policies in Indian schools and the wearing of Catholic garb. Rev Eugene Del. McDonnell and Rev John J McNamara rally 3,000 in defense, decry bigotry and urge charity toward Protestants while praising early missionaries who worked among Native peoples. The speakers contrast past acceptance of Jesuit and missionary figures with later anti Catholic sentiment amid government ties and rewards.
Dr Charles Ernest Smith pastor of St Thomas Church denounces Arctic exploration as foolish during a baccalaureate sermon to Belcourt Seminary graduates at the assembly hall Thirteen and Girard streets NW He urges using new lands for summer reports and questions the world benefit of pole discoveries Class day occurs Wednesday with diplomas presented by Mrs M G Somervell next Friday evening.
Gov Wilson spoke at the cornerstone ceremony for a new German hospital and dispensary, attended by U S Senator J E Martine and Reps E Kinkead and J A Hanill. He noted endowments from small donors matter more than single large gifts, emphasizing invisible public services over personal recognition.
A craggy eye and jokes about marriage, mens flaws, and womens fashions fill a Chicago News blurb. It lampoons bachelor life with quips about debt, love, and the stubborn pull of the “top line” copybook ideal.
Weather conditions across the nation show unsettled patterns with showers in parts of the north and lake regions. Temperatures range from cool to near seasonal averages, with cooler spells in the north and west and warmer trends in the south and west of the Rocky Mountains. Local notes include a reported levee breach near Melville La and rising river concerns, with advisories and winds varying by coast and region.
Two English visitors from Southampton magistrates and town council members arrive aboard the steamer New York to present thanks to Mayor Gaynor for raising relief funds for Titanic disaster sufferers. They plan to call on the mayor tomorrow as homes of most Titanic crew members were in Southampton. Another passenger is Lieut Gen Sir J M Bullock, to become governor general of Bermuda.
The late Jonas Hay’s letter to Theodore Roosevelt on the eve of his 1905 inauguration is drawing attention. Clara Hay, widow of John Hay, had the letter printed for private circulation and copyright. Its newspaper publication reportedly occurred without Mrs Hay’s authority or permission.
Melville faces a flood crisis after the west bank levee of the Atchafalaya River breached early today. Federal rescue teams led by Cant Logan shipped a barge from Minnetonka to evacuate residents and their belongings as the town’s population drops below half to escape rising floodwaters threatening women and homes.
About 2100 advertising men registered for the ninth annual Associated Advertising Clubs of America convention beginning Monday in Dallas. Six prominent advertisers spoke in 13 Dallas churches delivering sermons on truthful advertising as a religious obligation. After three days of business sessions, delegates will tour the state by special trains.
Col Cactl Lyon, a Texas national committeeman, reports supporters rallying for Roosevelt at the New Willard. Taft camp counters with criticisms of Roosevelt, while Col Lyon predicts Texas will deliver delegates to Roosevelt with few exceptions. Debate touches on battleship policy, coast defenses, and broader campaign strategy as figures like Hansbrough and McEnery weigh in, with cross mentions of Taft, Roosevelt, and national party dynamics.
Special to The Washington Port Annapolis Md May 19 The graduation season chapel service featured the annual Bible presentation to graduates by the American Bible Society of New York City Rev J McPherson Hunter secretary of the society delivered the Bible and preached. The Catholic graduates received the Douay translation of the scripture. German Americans Invite Taft to seventh annual convention in New York May 26 27 Taft invited by Theodore Eutr of the German American Alliance with Count Johann Bernstorff and Dr J Hexamer among the speakers.
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