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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Nov 21, 1918
Page
26
A Washington Post led discussion gathers diverse voices on the city’s future after peace. Respondents foresee Washington’s preeminent status increasing with expanded capital activities and population, while noting uncertainties about restoration of prewar conditions.
Cabinet members forecast Washington as the world capital of the future. They highlight postwar expansion, new government buildings, beautification, and ongoing public works to accommodate foreign visitors, workers, and a growing population while preserving the city’s national prominence.
Representatives declare Washington will expand in size and beauty as peace terms replace war burdens. They foresee a larger population, more office space, housing needs, and private investment driving a symmetrical capital that serves as a world center for science, industry, finance, and thought.
Representatives in Washington and New York urged that American vessels be held by the government to aid moving essential food and supplies to war devastated European areas. The effort aims to speed reconstruction through an international shipping pool.
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