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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1915
Page
11
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An analysis of war funding across Europe notes that every battle and bombardment drains treasures from belligerent states. It highlights Britain’s population bearing the costs, France and Russia relying on cash and credit, and the shift to paper money as gold reserves dwindle. It warns of a looming financial crisis and urges the United States to avoid European monetary turmoil.
Dr. John Grier Hibben of Princeton denounces pacifist ardlism and argues for wartime preparedness to avert high human and material losses. He cites England’s volunteers and Kitchener’s ammo shortfalls to warn the United States against unpreparedness and vows to defend against potential future wars.
A historical overview argues Cuba's progress since 1902 and the 1903 reciprocity treaty, noting population growth from about 1.8 million to 2.4 million and rising trade. It praises President Menocal's clean administration, political stability, and hopes for Cuba's future, while acknowledging factional politics as a common issue.
The piece critiques a 1911 Commerce Department opinion that ammunition may be aboard passenger ships under the passenger act of 1882. It argues the law prohibits any cargo endangering passengers or vessel safety, urging customs collectors to refuse clearance to any steamer carrying ammunition during wartime.
Oliver Wendell Holmes narrates awe at modern marvels while John Ogilvie, after twenty years in British Guiana, views American civilization with astonishment. The passage contrasts frontier primitivism with contemporary ingenuity, focusing on reaction rather than specifics of the wonders.
The passage muses on a rapidly modernizing society with cars films electric signs and suffrage birth control while predicting a return to familiar political strife and wars. It contemplates a future traveler Ogilvie confronting timeless human nature and repeated cycles of conflict.
The article reports Premier Asquith reshaping the British cabinet after wartime strains, with Admiral Fisher resigning and Churchill likely moving to a different post. It suggests A J Balfour may helm the fleet, predicts cross party unity, and compares to potential U.S. cabinet shifts, framing the move as strengthening war leadership rather than disintegration.
A column argues that Americans must protect and possibly avenge citizens in Mexico, citing Borah and Villa firepower. It warns the Monroe Doctrine limits Europe from acting, questions U S policy, and hints at broader world tensions alongside unrelated satirical quips about freckles, national politics, and shoe throwing in Chicago.
The article recounts the Upton family’s long English lineage with ties to the Earldom Templetown and land in New York. It notes Capt Erig Upton’s service in France, Elapsed bankruptcy of Lord Templetown, and succession through his son Henry. It critiques Home Secretary Reginald McKenna for interning Egyptian subjects in Britain as wartime prisoners, and includes diplomatic protests by Lord Cromer and Edward Grey. MARQUISE DE FONTENOY.
Ottumwa ten year old Helen Bradford plans to enter the University of Iowa in September after high school graduation. Her achievement marks her as one of the states top young mathematicians and she will be the youngest girl there in over a decade. Also mentions an advertisement from Benjamin Hosley in Canton New York promoting meats.
The New York American analyzes organized gunmen in New York involved with labor disputes. It notes gangs with a central head, high earnings, and use of violence, highlighting police failures and calls for enforcement and reform amid rising gang influence. Dopey Benny’s crews are under follow up.
A California congressman describes sport fishing for tuna off the Pacific coast using small motor boats and tong lines baited with flying fish. A colored messenger interjects in a humorous exchange, asking if catching a 100 pound fish in a small boat is feared.
The Cleveland Plaindealer notes a phosphorescent tray hole replaced by a raised rim making forced entry easier for unsteady hands. It claims the only keyhole that meets all nocturnal conditions is the one that leaves the frame to roam downtown in search of its owner.
Tid-Bits asserts European diplomacy owes much to women noted as spies and diplomats. It highlights Baroness de Kaula enlisting Prussian officers to shadow a French general, Russian agent Mme de Novikoff in London, and Princess Lieven shaping British policy for decades. It argues many states employ female diplomats, valued for intellect over beauty, across Europe.
A Los Angeles report recalls Celia once feared the dark and yearned for male protection. The town notes her courage has revived with Brown back in residence, his presence easing her dread and lending confidence she previously lacked.
Hibbing dispatch to New York World details a mother bear pursuing a buggy team after seizing two cabs. Martin Brosims and “Slim” Austin chased toward Bear River, bearing cubs in sight as the bear intercepted the wagon wheels near the C. C. springs and redirected the cart toward Hibbing. The cubs were later shown at Slim Austin’s place of business.
Uruguayan minister of finances Senor Pedro Cosio and Dr Gabriel Terra arrived in Washington to push closer South American ties with the United States at the Pan American financial congress. They critique American views of South America, note Uruguay's stronger export growth, and urge US business to adapt to war and new trade patterns. They highlight losses in customs revenue, gains in manufacturing, and boosted meat hides and wool exports as key factors shaping future relations.
George de Coligny completes a 35 month voyage circling the globe with 80 900 mules and 30 000 miles traveled. He seeks a 2500 prize from the Authors Association of New York while a prisoner of war in France. Others started from Bangor Maine with unknown fates. A baby born seven months after the trip began is mentioned in a fragmented report from the Kanear City Post and Philadelphia Bulletin. The piece also notes a Boston jeweler’s comment about a tiny engagement ring diamond.
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