Progressives in Tacoma face third party decision tonight
Delegates meeting in Tacoma to decide if a Roosevelt era third party ticket is necessary in Washington state. The Star argues against a new third party to avoid splitting the progressive vote, urging the convention to determine if reform can be achieved within existing labels. Roosevelt’s quote reinforces self government as the people’s prerogative.
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Tacoma
Roosevelt Aberdeen
The
Star
Notable social week in New York with diplomats and Taft
The New York World notes a grand ambassadorial ball with Viscountess Maidstone Metta Drexel of Philadelphia as the recognized belle. Eloise Breese and Princess Alexander of Teck danced with Henry Taft while discussions mention living wage proposals and the Progressive Party's platform.
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New York
Ambassador Reid
Viscountess Maidstone
Metta Drexel
Philadelphia
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Countess of
Ancaster
Eloise Breese
Henry W. Taft
Cecil Bygham
Prince ‘Alexander of
Prince ‘Alexander of Teck and Phermed Layed Bridge With Mr. Taft
Princess Alexander of
Teck
Mr. Taft
Duchess of Devonshire
Hank
Wry Synthesis Of Political Gibes Across Papers
A collage of satirical lines from several papers mocks politicians and public figures. References include Lorimer Taft Roosevelt and Hiram Johnson, alongside quirky notes on Swiss consuls and Swiss cheese versus limburger. Public officials face light misadventure from speeding cases and minor crashes.
Congress committee labels Carnegie Gary plan unconstitutional
A congressional committee brands the Carnegie Gary plan to curb trusts as partly Social and wholly unconstitutional. The report notes potential cruelty and questions the plan's approach to regulation.
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Stanley
Andy Gary
Anito
Distinctions on yachts and sailboats get witty punchlines
A collection of jokes contrasts yacht versus sailboat by pantry logic. Captain Cleet jokes a yacht carries refreshments and cigars, while a sailboat holds plain victuals. Other quips reference wishful thinking and Sunday school dates, with light fare from various papers.
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Cleet
Washington Star
Fragmented dialogue scene from a gossiping crowd
A clipped exchange among Charlie George Jack Willie and Willie’s remark about admissions and seats hints at a casual urban social moment. The speakers discuss money, status, and a bet while standing and watching a game, reflecting local life and familiar banter.
Beeleysport Nine Seeks Small Footed Outfielders
Rusty Turnstile, manager of Beeleysport, seeks three outfielders with small feet for the team. The park features a fine stand of alfalfa and he wants to keep it from being tromped.
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Beeleysport Nine
End of World Predictions Prompted by Cheerful Tot
Fragmentary note from a historical page references a humorous remark by a cheerful child and a puzzled elder, with a stray Cincinnati inquiry suggesting a broader context of speculative talk and public interest.
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Cincinnat! Enquirer
Real The Thing Agreeable To Her Exchange Diamonds
Dialogue excerpt centers on a proposal and mutual agreement. Frank asks Maude to marry, she consents, and curiosity about a diamond is raised as the moment of commitment unfolds.
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Frank
Maude
Financier Scott Jones Feeds Stock Deal Rumor
The Boston Transcript cites Scott Jones claiming a profit of between 500 and 600 on a stock deal, while a Telegram source mentions 86 to 600 and a precise figure of 6.75. The Cincinnati Inquirer quotes exchanges among Mrs Nase Mr Nane and Mr Gabbe about esteem and enmity.
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Boston
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Mrs. Nase
Mr. Nage
Mrs. Nage
Cincinnati Inquirer
How a Duke Makes Love In a Parlor Bond Joke
A Washington Herald humor column sketches a flirtatious scene where a duke is imagined courting an heiress. The gag contrasts romantic gestures with a financier’s bond holdings, asking if love is possible while dining with four percent bonds on display.
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Washington Herald
Seart Price Dialogue in Pliegende Biaetter
A shopper negotiates a price, requesting two bills one for 20 marks to show her husband and another for 2060 marks for friends. The exchange mirrors a humorous period market scene from Pliegende Biaetter.
Endorsed for Campaign Fund Donation
Mr Dustin Stax expresses elation at receiving an endorsement for his high moral character and disinterested motives as a candidate allows him to contribute to a campaign fund. The Washington Star quotes the exchange as part of election coverage.
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Dustin Stax
Washington Star
Immigrant Family’s Narrow Escape From Vancouver
Maria and her seven children flee Vancouver for Seattle, guided by Dominick’s abuse and a lack of English. Immigrant rules demand money or a job, or unwelcomed, sending families back. In Seattle a gendarme detains them. the matron pities Maria’s plight but warns they must return to Vancouver. Maria remains hopeful yet uncertain about their future.
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America
Big Boss
Bignora
Bambin
Spek
Vancouv
Dominick Keel
Big Boas
Vancouver
Maris
Dominick
Burglar Trapped After Transom Tug of War
A man tries to crawl through a storefront transom on 17th Street at 1 am and is pulled both inside and out by the shopkeeper and another clerk. A policeman arrives as the burglar claims he has been stretched a foot and fears his clothes won’t fit again.
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Ang l
Peter Collins
Peter
17Th-St
Peters
Mike
Johny
Family remarks on son's failed ventures in business
The source quotes a parent, noting their son John lacks a head for business and seems unfitted for professions. He tried medicine, then law, and even preaching, with politics left as a possible path while the family contemplates lifelong support.
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John
Chicago Record-Herald
Carnegie's Library Vision Praised by Chicago Librarian
Henry Legler highlights Andrew Carnegie's push for librarians to possess solid knowledge of literature in Carnegie libraries. He recalls Carnegie’s remark about avoiding boastful librarians who refuse to stock certain works, noting a Cleveland example and the need for accessible, well stocked collections.
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Henry ©. Legler
Chicago
Andrew Carnegie
Carnegie
Cleveland
Miss Youngwedd Demands Chicken Salad Recipe
Mrs Youngwedd insists the caterer's boy disclose the chicken salad recipe her husband ordered. The boy refuses, citing unspecified policy, while she presses for a receipt and instructions. This exchange reflects a humorous interaction from the Boston Transcript.
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Miss Youngwedd
Awakening Question Baffles Boy About Shell
A Chicago News item notes Bobby asks how a chick enters a shell while his father explains the chick emerges from the shell rather than entering it. The anecdote highlights a child's curious observation of incubation.
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Bobby
Chicago News
Motor Boat Dispute Between Young Bilfur and Miss Wapple
The Birmingham Age Herald notes a quarrel between Young Bilfur and Miss Wapple that occurred yesterday when they fell out of a motor boat. It suggests Miss Wapple is likely to reconcile.
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Bilfur
Miss Wapple
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