Postal reform clash over parcels post roils grocers and carriers
The National grocers' association attacks parcels post as a threat to business while rural delivery routes incur losses. Congress limits parcels to four pounds at 16 cents per pound, a rate deemed prohibitive. Proponents say parcels post would cure postal deficits and curb express-company excesses, but opposition persists amid political inertia and calls for reform.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
National Organization of
Globe-Democrat
United States
Congress
England
Post Office
Grasping Express Companies
Aid for Unemployed in Germany Shows System of Relief
Reports indicate Germany leads in assisting the jobless through trade unions and insurance schemes. In early 1904 unions distributed over $100,000 to unemployed workers while insurance schemes proved unprofitable. Germany also runs lodging houses and labor colonies, but employment bureaus and private agencies provide the main aid. In Prussia, 1900 68.2 percent of applicants found work, rising to 75.2 percent in 1902. Bavaria and Württemberg show similar levels.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
Prussia
Wurtemberg
Bavaria
Remarks on statehood and foreign born population in the West
The Arizona Star notes Hamilton’s report on statehood cites foreign born Mexicans in New Mexico and compares to Arizona figures, arguing the counts cover all foreign born residents, not just Mexicans. It also touches on taxation, franchises, temperance views, and tariff thoughts from various sources.
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Hat Lton
The
Arizona Star
New Mexico
Arizona
Moronos Clifton
Globe, Bisbee
Tucson
Hamilton
the Star
Fields of The Farmer Turned to Gold in 1905
The American farmer appears as wealthier than ever, with farm production reaching record highs in 1905. A vast harvest of corn and wheat fuels a claimed total wealth of 6.4 trillion dollars for farmers, surpassing past centuries. The piece venerates agricultural abundance and the farmer as king of the land.
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The
Denver News
Thirst for Knowledge Like Gold in Medical Talk
J M Green argues in Medical Talk that an unbridled thirst for knowledge mirrors a gold hunger and dangers civility, mercy, and justice. He laments vivisection, cruelty to animals, and harm to hospital patients, warning civilization risks moral decline when science outruns morals.
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J. M. Green
Approaching Marriage Calls Reminiscences at the White House
The piece recalls past White House weddings, notably Nellie Grant and Algernon Sartoris, and contrasts them with Miss Alice Roosevelt’s forthcoming marriage to Longworth. It notes public interest, usher Po Pendle’s anecdotes, and references earlier ceremonies including Frances Folsom Cleveland’s wedding and a McKinley relative’s nuptials, all framed by White House life.
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Executive
Nellie Grant
Algernon Sartoris
General Grant
Nellie Gaurt
Alice Roosevelt
Miss Roosevelt
Mr. Longworth
White House
Grants
Jay
Po” Pendle
Jears
Castoun
Miss Grant
Pendle
President Cleveland
Frances Folsom
Mises Folsom
Cleveland
Gyman
Kyron Sunderland
Washington
Mine Folsom
Deerpark
McKinley
Hasting
United States Army
Cardinal Jerome Gotti Reported Nearing Death
Advices from Rome state Cardinal Jerome Maria Gotti, a leading church figure and former key elector for the pope, is believed dying at age 72. As prefect of the Congregation for Propaganda Fide, he supervised church missions across Asia, Africa, Australia, British territories, South America and parts of North America.
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Rome
Jerome Maria Gotti
Cardinal Gotti
College of Cardinals
Leo XI
Congregation of Propasenda
Cardinal Gorti
Asia
Africa
Australia
South America
North America
Church Club And Social Gatherings Preview February
A flurry of February entertainments fills the social calendar. The Tuesday club hosts a semi annual reception at Mrs. R. H. Lester’s East Railroad Ave home for new members. Invitations go out for Mrs. J. B. Clark’s Feb 2 reception at 724 Railroad Ave. Mrs. L. H. Putney plans a 1 pm luncheon Feb 3 at her Alvarado home followed by card games on West Capper Ave. Church groups schedule events including a February 20 benefit dinner titled Banghet for States and a W. I.0. function hosted by Mrs. L. T. Delaney on the second Saturday. The Degree of Honor Card Party is set for Feb 7 at Odd Fellows’ Hall with refreshments and a small admission. Out-of-town guests for weddings and visits are mentioned, along with dinners and card parties hosted by local families. The Snelienburg-Schuster wedding attendees and the Neustade home gathering for Topeka guest Mrs. Jaster are noted, along with a large reception for the Pearce couple at their new West Railroad Ave home on an 8:30 pm weekday. A recent prominent card party at Mrs. J. B. Luthy’s site drew notable social figures and prizes, including Bohemian glass and confections, with around eighty five guests and fourteen tables. A native woman suffered a medical episode during festivities, leading to continued hosting efforts at the Railroad Avenue Fifth Street area.
Commercial Club Directors to Meet in Albuquerque
Commercial Club directors scheduled a meeting at 7 30 PM tomorrow to wrap arrangements for Governor Hagerman’s February 15 reception. The event aims to be a standout social affair with Governor Hagerman and his parents invited, reflecting the club’s reputation for grand functions. The piece also promotes White Lily cigars, noting their aroma and public-spirited appeal with five cent singles and a box of 60 for two dollars.
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Mercial Club
Ha ®German
Albuquerque
Hagerman
Mrs Grunsfeld and son travel to El Paso for grandfather's illness
Mrs James Grunsfeld and her son have left for El Paso to be with her father who is seriously ill, prompting family travel for support and care.
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James Grunsfeld
el Paso
Furnished front room for rent on North Second Street
Private family offers a furnished front room for rent at 1192 North Second Street. Board optional. Quiet residence, suitable for single occupant seeking a tidy, private space.
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North Second Street
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J. W. Alton
Elm Street Methodist Church
Chillcothe
San Francisco Chronicle
Minneapolis Tribune
Washington Tar
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R. H. Lester
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J. B. Clark
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Putney
Alvarado
Congregational Church
L.T. Delaney
Degree of Honor
Odd Fellows
Gold Avenue
Samuel Neustade
Snelienbure-Schuster
North
Walter Street
J. P. Kaster
Topeka
Kan
New
Kaster
Santa Fe Railway
Joan F. Pearce
West Railroad Avenue
Max Schuster
Snellenburg-Schuster
Mra
J.B. Luthy
Tov
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Twa
Pees Eees
A. J. Richards
James Kelly
Coal Avenue
Clarkite
Albuquerque Hardware Company
Fourth ST. and
Railroad Ave
Peuniversal
BREAD _ MART
Bncac
Fourth
Ellis Theatre
Northland
Ben Hendricks
Ole Olson
M. Berger
West Copper Ave
Easy Payments
Borradaile & Co
Colorado Telephone Co
N. T. Armijo Building
Melini & Eakin
Yellowstone
Whitman
Candies
J. H. O'Rielly GO
C. W. Strong's
Undertakers
Fairview Santa Barbara
Second St
Both Phonca
Fueer Undertaking CO
Beth
Clarkville Produce CO Way
J. B. Macmanus
Mgr
South First Street
Ranking CO
Utomatic Game 451
Armijo Guilds
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