Curiosities and Torches of Opinion in 1900s Press
A column of diverse opinions quotes Henry Watterson on tipping, notes a German scientist on melted gold odor, and discusses public figures like Roosevelt, Dewey, and Rockefeller. It cites income tax debates in France, English perception of American English, and the impact of tax policy on bond prices and borrowing costs.
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Reflections on failures and fate in history and politics
The piece discusses how success may come from repeated retreats and how some failures lead to greater outcomes. It reflects on Kuropatkin's Russian imperial strategy, Roosevelt's literary pursuits, and the cold world’s reaction to failure. It cites historical missteps, merit in virtue, and the tension between ambition and ethics.
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Would-be humorist probes ink with mucilage bottle
A would-be humorist deflects inquiry with a noncommittal reply as he theatrically jabs his pen into a mucilage bottle, suggesting hesitation and mock ceremony in the scene.
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