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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Oct 11, 1918
Page
12
Washington Post reports Edward I McLian named President at Edisto, with Washington Post Company confirmation from Washington D C sources. Details indicate leadership appointment within the organization.
A stark barrage of critique portrays Germany’s leadership as corrupt and deceptive while allied forces rally for victory. The piece traces William II’s waning control, compares historical tyrants, and praises American and Allied resolve as they press toward Paris and toward Germany’s surrender. It elevates the Allied cause and condemns the German rulers and their war conduct.
A wartime editorial warns that liberty bond sales lag as peace rumors spread. It urges citizens to increase purchases before October 19 to avoid undermining the war effort, noting soldiers on the front press forward while civilians falter at home. It calls bonds a weapon in the war.
A call to action urges every citizen to support loans and equip the nation for battle. The text stresses that a cannon or infantry regiment will be needed and that all citizens bear responsibility for funding the war effort.
The piece argues Germany shows no peace drive despite Kaiser’s claims and details widespread German destruction in France and Belgium. It cites Clemenceau sanctioning punishment for vandals, notes ruined chateaus, libraries, and cathedrals, and dismisses pleas for civilized restraint as futile.
The Finnish landtag elects Prince Charles of Hesse as king, with republican members abstaining. The piece ridicules German actions in WWI, cites treachery in Greece, and predicts dangers from German leadership while noting Finland’s looming hunger and political fragility as World War I rages. It mocks Kaiser’s circle, predicts potential downfall, and comments on Vienna awaiting Wilson’s note.
Sir Eric Geddes arrives in the United States amid historic visibility for the lord high admiral role. Geddes, not lord high admiral, heads a royal commission governing the Admiralty in Parliament and cabinet. The piece traces naval command history from medieval keepers to the 1914 demobilization orders reversed by Mountbatten, highlighting Geddes’s reorganization task and the Admiralty’s structure with sea lords and civilian members.
Proceedings show a noon to 4 55 pm session with defense of the German peace note by Senator Pittman and critique by Lodge and Poindexter. Kellogg of Minnesota calls a tax on state official salaries and state and municipal income a constitutional issue. Maj. Gen. Ireland named surgeon general and several promotions approved. War revenue amendments debated including taxation of campaign contributions. France indemnity bill passed. daylight saving bill moves forward. Finance panel backs perfume and jewelry tax adjustments. Palmer and Konta summoned. Strauss nominated to the Federal Reserve Board. treaties with Japan and Uruguay ratified.
The War Industries Board announced glove conservation for spring and autumn 1919 with production capped at under 12 inches from finger tip to back edge after February 15 1919. Only specified colors and limited fabrics allowed. No new styles permitted and orders in process may continue.
The Washington Post presents a condensed schedule for trains from Washington to major cities including Chicago connections, with daily changes noted. Departures cover Atlanta Baltimore Boston Chicago Cincinnati Cleveland Columbus Detroit Indianapolis Key West Louisville Memphis New York Philadelphia Pittsburgh St Louis and others with multiple daily times from early morning to late night.
Army orders list officers assigned or moving to various posts including Capt W A Clark, Capt 8B Palmer, Lieuts W A Markley and W M Waskom, Capt Yr G Tate, Capt TM Semmes, Capt W Powers, Maj W J Stone, Lieuts J B Bellinger and R C Thompson, Maj E B Follet, with Maj L S Gerow and Capt W Houghteling granted leaves. Boswell receives four months leave.
Confusion grows over whether privates and non commissioned officers may wear uniforms after discharge. Law requires all clothing turned in except one suit kept for home use, with 90 days to return it to the quartermaster. Commissioned officers are not subject to the rule as explained by a general staff colonel.
The War Labor Board announces limits on overtime pay requiring 48 regular hours a week for eligibility. It also specifies overtime beyond eight hours in a day only if more than two hours exceed the normal daily schedule, applying to cases involving American Locomotive in Schenectady Mason Machinery in Taunton and United Engineering in Youngstown.
Democratic candidate Dua John H. Jameson telegraphed to the National Woman's Party that he would back the suffrage amendment if elected to the U S Senate in New Hampshire. Republican George H Moses has not announced his position, but suffragists remain hopeful. A Morristown-led house to house canvass targets David Baird in New Jersey for the short term.
The Department of Agriculture announced last night that beef specifications by weight are canceled. Beef will be selected on quality, and the change was agreed by Secretary Houston, Secretary Daniels, Hoover, and army and navy officials. The new system applies to Allied armies and aims to improve meat quality and livestock balance, benefiting civilians and military forces.
Champlin Robinson chief of the fuel administration oil conservation division said an announcement likely today. The plan aims to restrict gasoline use without a card rationing system by distributing savings across every day of the week.
The War Department announced work has begun to convert Fort Sheridan Illinois into a base hospital with 4000 beds. Estimated cost is 3 428 000 dollars. When finished the facility will rank among the largest hospitals.
The War Industries Board announced last night that brass and nickel plated pens will not be manufactured during the war. No new pen types will be produced and output of all existing styles will be reduced. Production will be limited to 30 in stock and 14 in silver plated. No more assortments, display fixtures, or cases will be supplied beyond on hand stocks. Regulations take effect immediately.
Belgium's quota of loans from the United States rose by $5,000,000 yesterday under a new credit, bringing Belgium's total to $171,020,000. The expansion raises allied government credits to $37,270,476,666.
War Department announced graduation date changes for officer training schools at Camp Lee Pike and Gordon. The shift moves up the graduation from November 15 to October 15, enabling 1,600 new infantry officers to be available a month earlier than planned.
A Boston observer recalls the 1860 visit of the young Prince of Wales to the United States. He traveled in disguise as Lord Renfrew, rode by train through the Alleghenies, attended numerous balls, and visited Mount Vernon. The journey drew vast public enthusiasm and notable banquets in several cities, including Berlin and Washington, reflecting a powerful moment of national solidarity and republican welcome.
The War Industries Board announced further curtailments to conserve materials and labor for the war. From October 1, electric heating appliances, all stoves, and sewing machines will be cut to 30 percent of six months' production. watches and watch cases to 74 percent. metal stamps rubber stamps and badges to 75 percent. Road-making machinery limited to government, railroads, utilities, or municipal use. Light and fancy harness and saddlery banned except heavy saddlery for US and allies or farming use.
Oxygen tanks providing six to eight hours of breathable air will be carried by every American aviator on missions over Germany in planes flying above 15,000 feet. The change addresses insufficiencies in U S air supplies noted in high altitude flight.
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