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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Sep 02, 1913
Page
3
The item lists subscription options for the Washington Post, detailing carrier and mail delivery, rates, prepaid postage, and payment methods. It also includes address notices, publication data from September 2, 1813, and commentary praising Indian affairs policy and governance, referencing Mr Farmer and Mr Parker and Secretary Lane.
The article argues Labor Day marks national life with industrial pride rather than political crisis. It praises the dignity of labor, the role of industry, and festive parades while noting mass unemployment would alter celebrations. It cautions against class conflict eroding national spirit, praising better citizens and Americans when the day remains nonpartisan.
District commissioners are urged to establish a public golf course to broaden access to the game beyond private clubs. The article argues golf benefits all ages and both sexes, noting Washington’s population, government clerks, and favorable after-hours schedule as ideal for a citywide facility.
The article notes Peru Farmer becoming head of Armstrong Academy in Oklahoma, emphasizing the Choctaw background of Farmer and his predecessor Jabe Parker who previously held the Treasury register position. It portrays this as a notable Indian administration and tribal credit.
The piece debates French politeness and American bluntness, urging preservation of manners like handshakes and polite gestures while noting flaws in excessive courtesy. It contrasts Franco-American foibles with Twain Bourget debate, urging emulation of refined social ties by Alphonses and Gastonas to keep life lively.
The Dublin riot is not tied to home rule agitation. coincidental with street car strike, the turmoil has a political edge akin to IWW tactics in the United States. Larkin, Haywood, and Hardie appear as strike organizers employing sedition and provocative methods, with Larkin's act of burning a mayoral proclamation sparking clashes as authorities move to arrest conspirators.
Swart notes Japan sharply protests Secretary Bryan's stance on the 1911 treaty and California law. Japan questions U.S. guarantees, seeks redress via diplomacy, and opposes court action by Japanese claimants. Arizona? No, not in text.
The article reviews Bryce’s view on Yuan Shikai’s health and opium influence in China, warning of potential chaos on Yuan’s death. It also notes Princess Beatrice’s conversion to Catholicism affecting succession, and Lord Sondes’ forthcoming marriage, with details on titles, estates, and historical context.
Congress debates taxation proposals as Senator Clarke of Arkansas backs an amendment taxing cotton futures. Senator Cumming pushes a 10 percent tax on sales of stocks or other property not owned by seller. Senate adjourns tonight with caucus planned and session set to resume tomorrow.
Secretary of the Navy Josephus Daniels spoke in Hartford urging a partially national armor plate factory to curb prices. He argued laws must adapt to progress, noting new crimes like impersonation by telephone and lobbying issues, while Jefferson and Lincoln would favor fewer, essential statutes.
Abbot Dom Gasquet, head of the English Benedictines and Vulgate commission, arrived in Hoboken from Europe aboard the George Washington and will stay at the Newark Benedictine abbey two weeks before starting a cross country lecture tour. He was greeted by clergymen and Knights of Columbus leaders including Abbot Holmstatter, Prior Felix, and James A. Flaherty.
At West Point cadets and hundreds of Polish Americans unveiled a bronze statue of Gen Thaddeus Kosciusko atop a marble shaft erected in 1828 by cadets. The monument sits near Fort Clinton on the plains grounds, overlooking the Hudson. Miss Helen Townsley unveiled the statue, with dedicatory oration by Rep Joseph Taggart and sculpture by Prof Anthony Poplel.
Shanghai reports Nanking captured by Chinese government troops. Rebels fled south through the southern gate as foreign warships at Nanking were damaged. A U S Cincinnati crewman wounded. Peking notes the fall will cause little change as suppression continues.
Governor General Francis Burton Harrison of the Philippines plans a September 10 departure from San Francisco and an interview with the Emperor of Japan later this month. Harrison aims to reach Manila by October 8, eight days before the Philippine legislature reconvenes. Borchard named as assistant solicitor in the State Department succeeding Hart.
A reminiscence filled piece extols swimming as a healthful pastime for youth. It cites G Stanley Hall on cold baths and lung heart benefits, plus a Franklin letter urging children to learn to swim for safety and joy, warning against reckless aquatic feats.
A yellow bulldog jumped into an open air hippopotamus tank at the Central Park menagerie and drowned after entering Miss Murphy and Caliph's compartment. Keeper George Sichert removed the dog, noting the hippo Caliph stirred the water and indicated the dog's own action led to death. The dog appeared homeless with a blind right eye and an unnamed collar plate.
London correspondent reports a 14 pound pike landed with a domestic tea tray acting as a net. After a fisherman lacked a landing net at Rye House a lady waded into the river and slid the tray under the fish, lifting it to shore. The tale recalls a 12 plus pound trout once landed in a clothes basket on the Dorchester Frame.
Pittsburgh Dispatch and Philadelphia North American report Dr J F Edwards head of the city bureau of infectious diseases endorses kissing as a general proposition. He says kissing is old as the human race and not dangerous for strong and healthy people while weaklings lack energy. He notes most doctors share this view and urges people to spoon.
Edgartown, Massachusetts reports a quirky trend as women wear garters with tiny bells on the beach. The fad spreads until two men arrive at a hotel dining room wearing pink garters with cowbells, causing the craze to implode. The note includes a London Punch quote on social snubs and pubs.
At Calumet Michigan September 15 a 15 year old girl Margaret Fazakas daughter of a striker was fatally shot during a clash between strikers and deputy sheriffs guarding the North Kearsarge mine. Deputies say they were driven off and fired in defense. miners leaders deny provocation. Military patrols resume and General Abbey orders a formal investigation.
Charles Beardaley, a 28 year old at City Hospital, was treated for rabies with subcutaneous quinine injections under Dr Downey L Harris. Initial signs of convulsions eased after a Chicago-inspired protocol, with 15 grains given and a second daily dose. Harris believes quinine helps expel the germ organisms.
About 100 enlisted men have filed requests with the bureau of navigation to take the October examination for appointment as assistant paymasters Under Secretary Daniels Glrecson the ten new vacancies created July 1 must be filled by enlisted men Additionally three more vacancies arose from the resignation of Arthur Middleton the death of Pay Director R T M Ball and the retirement of L C Kerr No decision yet on how these will be filled.
Fifteen officers from the Washington Continentals arrived in Berlin in historic uniforms under Col. Winter. They were greeted at the American embassy by a delegation from the German Kriegerbund of New York and will attend the autumn parade for the guards army corps tomorrow.
Secretary Daniels will select a successor to Capt Robert L. Russell who has served as judge advocate general of the navy since November 3, 190. Russell will command the battleship South Carolina, taking over from Capt Thomas Snowden whose sea tour ends soon.
Disturbance off the North Carolina coast with likely northward movement and strong winds. General fair weather across most of the country with warmer records in parts of Minnesota, Iowa, Missouri. Local report notes midnight temperature 73, afternoon 64, humidity, rainfall, and river clarity changes for Potomac.
Dr Francisco Grana of Lima extols Peru as rich in mineral wealth and high altitude railways. He cites vanadium deposits, American mining interests, and Peru’s potential to outproduce other nations, while noting health concerns and rail developments amid regional civil history.
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