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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Nov 19, 1918
Page
11
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The article weighs the difficulties of peace after war, arguing that Hohenzollern militarism and German centralization pose risks of counter-revolution and renewed power. It warns that a genuine German revolution is essential, neutrals cannot judge, and that allied powers must shepherd a trustworthy transition. It ends with a cautious, idealistic call for a League of Nations open to honest nations.
Report discusses naval program funding and appropriations, noting a substantial naval budget to maintain a strong fleet. It highlights expected postwar role for policing world order, disarmament timelines, and the need for readiness amid uncertain peace prospects. Mentions von Tirpitz fleeing to Blitzeland and echoes wartime sentiments about heroism and loss.
The piece argues that government ownership of utilities will be a major issue in the 1920 presidential race. It notes the administration’s takeover of the express system and Postmaster General support, urging the public to judge on merits, free from political manipulation, and to compare wartime government control with potential peacetime outcomes.
Fragmentary dispatch warns of urgent need for meat and dairy imports from the United States to avert livestock shortages in Britain France and allied realms. It cites Dr Kellogg’s statements on the impact of reduced animal herds and the balance of dairy and meat supply amid wartime disruptions.
Britain has become the sole power in Persia after the Russian collapse, with Shuster the American treasurer general expelled years ago. The article traces Anglo-British influence, Kerbela protection, and Moslem sect tensions while noting Russian decline and Sazonoff’s rise in Siberia.
The Treasury risk insurance bureau has created a conservation section under Secretary Weaver to advise soldiers and sailors on rights and privileges for continuing government insurance after discharge. Winslow, who aided in soldiers insurance propaganda for the War Department, will lead the new section.
Secretary McAdoo praised public health officers and citizens for fighting social diseases during the war and urged continued cooperation during demobilization. He commended the U S Public Health Service and Treasury Bureau for work in this direction and called for nationwide law enforcement and education campaigns.
Congress met at noon and adjourned at 3:20 pm with a wartime prohibition provision adopted for the food and nation-wide measure. Conference report on the bill sent to the President. Various committee actions and nominations noted, including judiciary support for cost plus contracts, a Polish state resolution, and soldier uniform rights. Adjournment planned for Thursday with holiday talk and a Democratic plan to name November 11 Wilson Day.
The United States Shipping Board aims to convert about 4.9 million tons of its 25 million ton ship program into Latin American trade. Officials say traffic between the two Americas will be boosted as the International High Commission plans commercial advances to South America. About 90 thousand tons previously released for war use are now redirected to commerce between the continents.
New York Mayor Hylan extended an invitation for Marshal Foch to visit New York City as the guest of the municipality. A cable message expresses gratitude for his role in democracy over autocracy and offers him the freedom of the city as a token of esteem.
Gen William Gorgas, former surgeon general, will be returned to retired status December 1 after a War Department announcement. He had been recalled to active duty to conduct a special health survey of the army, a report now before Secretary Baker.
Washington Post provides a condensed schedule of departures from Washington to major cities with all connections noted in Chicago for westbound routes. Schedules vary daily as railroads issue new postings and reflect railroad administration data for times listed from Atlanta Baltimore Boston Chicago Cincinnati Cleveland Columbus Detroit Indianapolis Key West Louisville Memphis New York Philadelphia Pittsburgh St Louis and other points.
Major General Sibert granted fifteen day leave then to oversee construction duties at St Louis for Laclede Gas. President accepts resignations of several officers for the good of the service. Various officers relieved at Camp Meade proceed to Camp Lee, with assignments and recalls to cities including Jefferson Barracks and Fort Myer.
The Interstate Commerce Commission announced new official time zone boundaries effective 2am January 1. The Eastern Central and Mountain lines are adjusted with cities and towns listed as belonging to each zone. Pacific time starts at the western boundary of the Mountain zone. Commissioner Clyde B Atchinson authored the report.
A fragmentary transcription reports reactions from Democratic and Republican leaders during a recent election, highlighting surprise shifts in Kansas Indiana and Maryland results. It notes anticipated losses for certain candidates and possible gains for others, with discussions of party strategy and public sentiment across states.
An article reflects on King George and the unity urged between American and English peoples amid wartime concerns. It notes a Palace Theater event with William S. Sims and the Briveh committee, praising progress, civilization, and shared resolve.
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