Twin Troubles and the burden of social roles
The piece compares Mrs. Trouble and Mrs. Ditto as they juggle servants and social duties, exploring how each faces personal woes and public expectations. It cites Milton and discusses counterfeit detection, then notes University of Michigan President Angell and a push to expand U.S. trade with South America, calling for renewed export opportunities.
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Trouble
Mrs. Ditto
Mrs. Trouble
Mr. Trouble
Washington Civil Service Seeks Permanent Home in Dignified Building
The United States Civil Service Commission asks Congress for 300000 to build a permanent headquarters in Washington after years of relocating between offices. President Roosevelt supports the plan, noting the need for a stable home for 194 staff and 167391 exam applicants last year.
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Washington
United States Civil Service Commission
Committee On Appropriations
House of Representatives
Civil Service Commission
Congress
Commission
Dorman B. Eaton
Wormley's Hotel
Fourteenth Street
Department of Agriculture
City
Roosevelt
United States
Hawaii
Panama
Porto Fico
City Roots of U S Congress Leaders Across Parties
A survey shows more than half of Congress members come from cities over 10 000 population with 61 senators and 186 representatives from such areas. Northern states supply most lawmakers while Republicans lead with city backgrounds and Democrats show rural ties especially in the house. Notable city figures include Burton Weeks Mann Gillet Townsend Tawney Payne Dalzell Bennet Fowler and others shaping currency tariffs immigration and freight policy.
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United States
Senate
House of Representatives
House
Maryland
Kentucky
Missouri
Congress
Theodore E. Burton
Cleveland
John W. Weeks
Newton
Main
Representative Mann
Chicago
New York
Charles N. Fowler
New Jersey
Automobiles to Supersede the Horse in White House Use
The article reports that automobiles will replace horses and carriages in White House transport under President William H. Taft. It notes Roosevelt’s dislike of cars, Taft’s fondness for them, and an urgent deficiency appropriation of 12 000 dollars for initial purchase and maintenance, with 36 000 dollars for ongoing upkeep in the next fiscal year. It states Taft plans to use autos for Washington movements and that the provision was added at Taft's request.
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White House
William H. Taft
Washington
Roosevelt Familly
Roosevelt
Taft
New York
Capitol
Uncle Joe Cannon to Get Carriage in Government Budget
A 19th century parliamentary letter speculates that Speaker Joseph Cannon will receive a carriage and two prancing horses at government expense. The note notes the budget item for vice president and speaker, and questions whether one or two horses and specific conveyances are intended.
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Joe” Cannon
Jos
Joe
Rockaway
Victoria
Bam
Griscom Resigns as U S Ambassador to Italy
Lloyd C Griscom ambassador to Italy has tendered his resignation to take effect March 4 He was appointed in December 1906 by President Roosevelt His long career in diplomacy included posts in Great Britain Constantinople Persia Japan Brazil and Italy and service as a captain in the Cuban campaign
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Washington
Lloyd C. Griscom
Italy
Roosevelt
Griscom
Great Britain
Constantinople
Persia
United States
Japan
Brazil
New York
Cuba
Wade
Cadwallader drinks no water for decades in Somerville
Thomas Cadwallader known as Cad in Somerville Mass aged 63 years claims he has not drunk water for over 50 years. A Medford Street crossing flagman for the Boston and Maine railroad he remains healthy and active with tea and milk at meals. He says water is good only for washing and swimming. He denies ever having to drink plain water and notes only a childhood whooping cough illness in memory.
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Boston
Thomas Cadwallader
Somerville
Mass
Cadwallader
Medford Street
Boston & Maine Railroad
Cad
Union Square
Country Store Banter Sparks Range of Wit
In a rural shop, the storekeeper notes the comical length of a talkative man’s warnings while a soap salesman heckles with a pun about a “bots range” as he helps himself to dried apples. The exchange reveals playful banter over language and voices.
Dry farming yields strong crops in Thomas valley
In Uinta county Wyoming and Bear Lake Idaho dry farming produced wheat from 20 to 27 bushels per acre and rye over six feet tall without irrigation. Local pioneers like H J Samson, Selden Hart, and Martha Layland report substantial yields and government seed programs, with alfalfa and other grains showing promising results. The work will be showcased at the Trans Missouri Dry Farming congress in Cheyenne February 23 to 26.
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West
Thomas Valley
Uinta County
Wyoming
Bear Lake County
Idaho
Cheyenne
H. J. Samson
Bill
House of Representatives
Border
Wyo
Selden Hart
Hart
Martha Layland
Boehme
United States
Alaska
Thomas
Sameen
Wyoming News in Brief From Laramie to Books and Rails
The lower house adjourned January 26 after a session focused on state institutions. Laramie officials promote the area as a summer resort with trout fishing and camping in the mountains. Carnegie adds 3000 dollars to Casper library, maintenance at 1300 dollars yearly required. First lignite coal locomotive operates between Casper and Shiroshoni, coal mined near Lander. Cheyenne seeks land price cut from ten to two fifty dollars per acre through Congress. A Trans Missouri Dry Farming booklet, issued by Cheyenne board, will travel widely.
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Laramie
Jeng Christenson
Raw- Nus
Denver
Wyoming
Wyoming & Northwestern Railway
Casper
Shiroshoni
Hudeon
Lander
Cheyenne Industrial Club
Congress
Cheyenne
Board of Control
Peruna testimonial for coughs and catarrh authorization
A Washington D D testimonial letter by Hi Chase 804 Tenth St approving Peruna as an unbeatable tonic and cure for coughs colds and catarrh and authorizing use of the testimonial plate in publications. The message mentions Peruna Drug Co Columbus Ohio and endorses its effectiveness.
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Peruns Drug Co
Columbus
Ohio
Nee Hi.Chase
Tenth St
Washington, D
Peruna Endorsements From Missouri and Ohio Readers
Cold and La Grippe claims from Mr C Happy of Hardin Ray Co Missouri and Mr L Clifford Figg Jr of Richmond Virginia cite Peruna curing catarrh throat and grippe. The ad notes Peruna tablets as alternative and offers a free illustrated booklet from The Peruna Co Columbus Ohio by mail.
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C. Happy
Hardin, Ray Co
L. Clifford Figg, Jr
East Marshall Jt
Richmond A
Peruna
The
Peruna Co
Columbus
Ohio
Young Maine court chaplain ends prayer with sharp line
The newly appointed minister at a Maine court session closed his address with a plea for a land with no courts no lawyers and no judges. The remark sparked swift replacement of chaplains.
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Maine
Prolonged Farewell Ends With Uncertain Resolution
A fragmented exchange shows SoandSo lamenting a lengthy farewell and a missed train while a tense mood shifts when a character named G decides to let someone live. The scene centers on personal frustration and a quiet, unresolved outcome.
Dr Mitchell's Eye Salve Offers Simple Eye Remedy
A vivid ad touts Dr Mitchell's Eye Salve as a simple healthy remedy for eye issues. It claims the salve cures without entering the eye and is available for 26 cents, marketed to soothe countless suffering eyes.
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Dr. Mitchell
Magazine Requirements and Advertising Dilemma
A dialogue on placing ads touches on magazines and newspapers. The speaker rejects magazine portraits with axle grease branding, preferring newspaper advertising to reach readers.
Those enjoying prosperity should always be ready to assist the unfortunate
Quote attributed to Demosthenes urging generosity toward the less fortunate.
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Demosthenes
A Happy Medium Ought to Make Good at a Seance
A brief note discusses a medium’s performance at a spiritual seance, implying success in communicating with spirits. The item suggests positive reception and potential for credible results in such gatherings.
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Cadwalladers
Wyoming News
Peru
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Rcament
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