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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Nov 21, 1914
Page
11
The Washington Post discusses ritual parties in ongoing existence and notes cities considering municipal ownership must abolish human nature and shield utilities from politics. The piece argues strong political interference hinders municipally owned services and calls for firm governance.
The piece critiques the Niagara conference as a diplomatic triumph for the administration while noting its failures, including Carranza Zapata and Villa’s refusal to attend and the embargo lift aiding their arms. It reflects on Osbornes prison reform aims at Sing Sing and the challenge of rehabilitating convicts into productive citizens.
A wartime proposal debates whether the United States should expand or abolish military forces. Critics warn against extravagant arms spending while urging reform to ensure adequate defense. The author contends preparedness, not isolation, is essential to deter conflicts, urging Congress to study defense needs and avoid war-driven budgeting.
Mayor Harrison of Chicago argues rigid civil service rules are essential but risky for municipal ownership plans. He warns that enforced civil service could curtail efficiency and tax revenues, while labor groups fear restraints on public works. The piece critiques party riders that dilute civil service goals, noting Democratic shifts in Washington.
A cautious military analysis reports German forces on the offensive amid heavy losses, with claims of German superiority in strategy. It notes Russian numbers, Austrian resistance, and Servian resistance, while Italy and Greece consider involvement to check Austrian advances toward the south.
Thomas Mott Osborne, a millionaire philanthropist, gains attention for potential appointment as Sing Sing warden. His prior week of voluntary imprisonment to study inmates highlights his reformist approach and critique of the general punishment system.
A Boston protest targets public school music selections including Old Kentucky Home and Massa's in de Cry, arguing plantation melodies demean the colored race. The piece argues these songs reflect historic culture and warn against erasing them, comparing to censorship of other works and noting broader historical context.
Ex crown princess of Saxony, long at Brussels, resists leaving Belgium as German troops invade. She seeks an interview with the King of Saxony to push for reconciliation while her two Saxon-born sons travel briefly in Brussels for military needs. Her name is removed from the Almanach de Gotha list of Austrian royalty, ending fears she could be restored to status.
Vice President Marshall told reporters before leaving for the East that President Wilson would accept renomination and win reelection. He predicted the Democratic platform favors a one term constitutional amendment, but sees Wilson as the team captain who cannot resist the call to run again. He argues Republicans lack a strong leader and a coherent program, and suggests Roosevelt as a potential campaign figure on national prohibition.
An abandoned baby was found on the street and police requested a name for the child. Miss Vin F Harris, children's agent for public health, explained a system using a telephone directory to select a first name from a list of suitable options. Judge James Gorman urged a law to help widows keep children at home rather than placing them in institutions.
In Brewerton on Otenda Lake a poultry farm losses up to fifty hens. The culprit appears to be a flock of geese from Frank Dunn’s farm across the river, who ferried the hens over by swimming and carrying them on their backs to the Blinn farm, ending the disappearance.
Thousands view the new Federal Reserve Bank in Kansas City District No 10 as bankers and public note its odd design. Transactions will occur mainly at directors tables and with the Federal Reserve agent. A vault and tellers wickets are delayed until January. Money will be kept in vault rooms rented from local banks until then.
A Kansas City detective yarn recounts a day when a clever counterfeit 519 bill passed expert scrutiny, triggering a nationwide alert. Fred Tate of the Secret Service copies and analyzes bills in the Federal Building, tracing a ring of counterfeiters. A key suspect, James Ward alias Satan, is captured after a Springfield arrest. Washington telegrams assist the manhunt.
A fragmented poem celebrates autumn through rhymed lines about harvest, feasting, and seasonal joys. The verses invoke songs of August cast aside for autumn, with imagery of pumpkins, sausages, cheeses, pies, and holiday feasts, culminating in a nostalgic, celebratory tone.
The Animal Rescue League refuge on Ill Oak Street in Kansas City reports Betty the white, feisty terrier remains missing after several returns to the street. New homes were found for Betty Sunday as the refuge advises patience. Staff describe 8 large dogs and 18 small dogs received, with 24 derelicts dispatched and about 140 kittens and cats cared for. Around 8 visitors visited in person, with many more calling or writing about adoptions.
Miesinna McClure of Felton fended off a desperate assailant along Engle Street near Ninth in Chester last night. She jabbed the man with a hatpin after he seized her wrists and wrestled her. He ran after she stabbed him twice and police arrived shortly after. A search for the assailant continued but yielded no arrest.
Newark Times reports from London on the easing of the feared exchange settlement crisis. Despite initial embarrassments from collection issues, a revived spirit of cooperation and renewed business promises emerge, signaling a healthier economy and reduced political pressure. The piece links relief to wartime finance shifts, improved credit, and a hopeful outlook for dividends as wages catch up and production steadies.
Philadelphia Gazette reports a grim incident near Mount Ephraim where a man named Frank Kauffman and his wife were found sleeping in a stable after a violent episode. Police arrested him on a charge of threatening his wife. The children, aged several years, were placed under the care of a matron.
A fragmented forecast page reports today’s sun and tide data, plus general weather outlook. It references Washington, New England, New York, and the Great Lakes area with temperature ranges, precipitation, and wind notes.
A long, fragmentary report details political figures and voters discussing the first regular Mexico state election. It mentions candidates, party dynamics, and rural concerns, highlighting turnout anxieties and regional perspectives on representation and governance.
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