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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Sep 27, 1915
Page
14
A lengthy 19th century financial fragment discusses signs of a promised revival in domestic business and loan movements to Luxland. It notes gradual improvement in commerce, debt liquidation, and cautious optimism across markets, with clear references to bank statements, clearinghouse reports, and cautious consumer activity. The piece emphasizes the breadth of revived trade, while acknowledging ongoing uncertainties in certain sectors.
The piece argues a coming revival as retail stockpiles grow and debts are liquidated. It notes U S producers and consumers easing toward healthier expenditure, with enforced thrift aiding prosperity. It cites the shift toward creditor status and potential large capital exports, seen as sound stimulus to activity.
An assorted list of securities and prices appears for sale or sale offers. Items include Wash Utilities, Wergenthaler, Potomac, Capital traction, Washington Bank shares, and various bonds and markets with notes on ex-dividends, bid prices, and transaction terms.
James Keir Hardie labor leader dies in a Glasgow nursing home after pneumonia. Longtime MP and head of the Independent Labour Party, he rose from coal pit work to national leadership and temperance advocacy. He once sought Merthyr Tydfil seat and led socialist and labor efforts in Parliament.
A special meeting of Union volunteer officers is set for Thursday evening in the Chamber of Commerce rooms at the Brentanu building. The gathering, called at the request of Col Charles Hoch, chairman of the national committee, will discuss pending legislation in Congress of interest to the union.
John B Brownlow of Knoxville argues Tennesseans favor federal prohibition of alcohol in the District of Columbia. He criticizes a few lawmakers who oppose intervention as violating home rule, while urging lawmakers to act for the nation’s welfare despite outdated views.
Hartor Post argues the European war will end only when one side is exhausted. To ensure future peace friends of peace should push for open trade, dismantling tariffs, taxes on labor, and restrictive measures. It envisions free cities and harbors and a strong international power to punish aggressors, echoing Tennyson and Mackenzie.
The editor urges a restrained escort in the GAR parade, calling for veterans to lead with Gan Miles and staff and urging citizens to follow. He proposes bands play national hymns and old war songs, and a guidebook highlight Washington's notable figures from the 1902 case.
In a warm evening domestic scene, Helen plans her daughter Winifred’s private school start while hosting Frances Knowles. Winifred accepts a new bracelet, while Helen hints at happiness yet withholds details about her own status, leaving Frances unaware of Helen’s gains.
A reminder that contributor letters must be under 200 words or they will not be considered. Letters must include name and address. nameless initials may be indicated as nom de plume if wished to comply.
A letter complains that labor unions publicized that reviewing stands for the G A R encampment were let to nonresident builders using nonunion labor. It asserts a local builder, employing union workers at union rates, is marked unjustly. The writer urges fair treatment and notes the Treasury grounds project at Fifteenth and Pennsylvania NW.
Elizabeth Jacobs writes of Mary Hayne, a Civil War nurse from Annapolis who aided Libby Prison exchanges and counted Grant and other leaders among her friends. Despite selfless service and a modest pension, she was ignored in later years. the writer urges recognition for Hayne’s sacrifices to the Union.
An irate veteran urges columns to question why naval officers seldom appear in uniform. He notes yard visits show few in uniform, except the commandant, and suggests regulations to require wearing uniforms on and off duty. He argues uniforms command respect and bolster confidence in the armed forces.
Mr and Mrs H Al Henderson report their round trip from Washington to the Pacific Coast, totaling 11,500 miles. They describe snow and flood delays in Flagstaff and Nevada, detours due to washed bridges, and rocky roads through Nebraska and Wyoming, with visits to the Cliff Dwellers, Petrified Forest, and a side trip to Old Mexico.
Five fires last week at the Washington bar racks of the engineering corps on the old arsenal grounds near Seventh Street Southwest led Maj W P Wooten and Marshal Nicholson to suspect incendiary intent. Government losses total about 242000, with the worst blaze Saturday night damaging the stables for 25000 while sparing 50 horses and mules. Earlier fires struck the January building, the headquarters entrance, a paint shop, and lumber, causing extensive damage and losses.
A first in a series ofbenefit entertainments raised about 250 for Jewish war sufferers in Russia. Washington Workman's Circle donors sent funds through New York headquarters. The committee include T Karehoem J Taishoff and Mrs Plotnick. Performers included Sarah Baker Tony Carus Louis Kats Morris Shrams and others.
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