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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Nov 24, 1921
Page
14
Public notices from The Washington Post indicate changes related to payments and post office procedures. Details on accepted forms and processing times are outlined, guiding readers on how to handle checks and mail payments.
The editorial assesses the extra session of Congress under President Harding as not perfect but productive. It notes progress on tax and tariff revisions, with the House passing both and the tariff awaiting Senate action. The piece suggests restraint in tariff revision, compares Congress to a baseball team with a .750 average, and urges focus on substantial work in December while warning against investigations and sensationalism.
A reflective piece tracing Ponce de Leon’s mythic hunt for youth to modern claims of longevity. It surveys historic and fictional examples of immortality, notes shifting “elixirs” from goat glands to radium, and cites a chemist’s claim that cow soured milk and bread hold the key. It includes satirical commentary on civilization, politics, and the era’s social absurdities. The essay mentions Temir Khan Shure in Daghestan and references Prohibition, England, Ireland, and US figures.
The Paris congress on aerial navigation marks a turning point from prewar limits to rapid postwar aviation growth. Experts note wartime urgency spurred inventors and finance, culminating in bold claims from M Breguet about Paris to Buenos Aires flight in three days and turbo compressor tech enabling 12 000 meter flight.
The article recounts a tense quarrel between Senators Heflin of Alabama and Penrose of Pennsylvania during the extra session, with insults traded and the exchange expunged from the Congressional Record. It notes the weary mood of lawmakers and predicts a calmer return when the regular session begins December 5 as colleagues put aside their disputes.
The discourse centers on the Hughes naval limitation plan and the Root program for China. Commentary from the New York Times and Dispatch argues for open doors, equal opportunity, and restraint among powers. Germany’s stance shifts toward potential harm to foes, while France faces financial strain and militarism pressures. A Styranchiee Chrontele note warns mercantile ships may require fast, comfortable vessels to satisfy postprohibition travel demands.
In Buenos Aires on November 23, Norberto Pincero a lawyer and former minister to Chile was nominated as the first candidate in the campaign for Argentina's upcoming national election scheduled for March.
Royal Horse Guards veteran and Prince of Northampton lineage linked to the Baring family and the Webster Ashburton treaty. Notes on Canonbury Tower ownership, ancestral estates, and historic connections to Spencer, Bacon, and Churchill lineage.
The report notes a four hour conference with a 39 to 29 vote on tax revisions, Smoot criticizing the bill and Harding signing the revenue measure into law. It mentions postmaster nominations, a rejected promotion, adjournment sine die, and Mondell praising Congress for its work while Garrett forecasts widespread Thanksgiving in homes.
Naval Observatory reports Mercury near Venus in the eastern dawn sky for the coming week. The best view is around 6 a.m. as Venus, Sirius, Jupiter, and Mercury appear in a bright celestial lineup near Spica. Mars nears Jupiter in late November with close angular proximity expected.
Hugo Ecker of the Friedrichshafen Zeppelin works says Spain and Argentina negotiations aim to open transatlantic air communications. A 15 000 cubic meter airship is planned to carry 30 to 40 passengers between southern Spain and South America in four to five days, with mail and parcels. Ecker predicts a revolution in Europe South America commercial relations and notes a Spanish company will provide capital, with German technical organizing.
Haghville Tennessee November 23 W D B Gale son of Gen Leonidas Polk an insurance agent who lived here for many years died this morning after an illness extending over several years.
Danish King greeted by Dr John D B thé new American Minister who presented credentials today. He had a brief audience with the monarch and was later presented to Queen Alexandra as part of the diplomatic ceremony.
James T. O Shaughnessy of Fall River urges average Americans to start Christmas purchases now to boost commercial and industrial activity. Merchants and financiers expect a strong holiday season, with early buying supporting the entire economy and easing crowded store periods.
Ralph P. Austin reports from the Willard that Shanghai hosts the first large scale automobile show in China, surpassing many Western and European events. The piece notes Chinese buyers’ love of decorated cars, a Shanghai garage worth 2 million dollars, and 16 makes represented by over 500 workers, with decoration driving demand and industry growth. It also echoes a Thanksgiving speech by George T. Patrick praising national prosperity and moves toward reducing war and taxes.
Official approval under the army reorganization bill is granted by the War Department for appointments in the officers' reserve corps. Named are Brig. Gens Charles L. Debevoise of New York City, Richard Coulter of Greensburg Pennsylvania, Stanford B. Stanbury of Cincinnati Ohio, Milton A. Record of Belair Missouri, Edgard Jennings of Auburn New York, Col Leigh R. Cignilliat Culver Military Academy Indiana, and Lieut. Col Leroy V. Paten Adjutant General Idaho National Guard.
The Panama canal metal trade factions appoint committees to solicit employee contributions to fund ongoing efforts to preserve free rents and other advantages. Funds may support legal action against changes in employment terms or prompt congressional action. Germany Receives Argentine Meat The Hamburg port reports the first of three refrigerated steamers arriving from South America with frozen meat for the National Cooperative Association of Meat Dealers, signaling a planned extensive frozen meat export push.
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