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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Apr 08, 1908

Page

28

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Publication notice lists delivery options by carrier in Washington and Alexandria with weekly and yearly rates. Remittances payable to THE WASHINGTON POST CO. at Washington D C. Offices in New York Flatiron Building and Chicago Hartford Building managed by Paul Block.

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A Hint to Mr Bryan in a Satiric Weighing of Finance

In a satirical analysis Walter Wellman argues Mr Bryan’s bank deposit insurance plan could gain West support, while Roosevelt remains the preferred choice for farmers. The piece contrasts Chinese edicts, Japanese policy, and Western responses, then shifts to broader topics including tipping culture, politics, and international tensions in Manchuria.

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Fat and Lean Across a World of Opinions

A collage of commentary from The Minneapolis Journal and other papers surveys public perception of Taft’s weight in cartoons, notes a weight bias in culture, and contrasts wit and whimsy. It recalls a Waldorf Astoria scene, Japanese globe trotters, and a Kansas City medical oddity where a boy’s hearing and speech return after a light forehead tap.

The Kansas City Journal Halver Westphalia

Courageous Kentucky Father Faces Night Riders Walks to Freedom

A Kentucky family endures fourteen days of exposure and hunger as Henry Jackson and his wife and five children walk toward the Ohio River after declining two invitations to join a mob. The episode, amid the tobacco war, portrays a man choosing lawfulness over outlaw status and could spur more resistance to mob rule. The Jacksons reached Paducah, risking further peril as some children may die.

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Death and disgrace stain St Leonards lineage in 1908 era

A long, sensational recounting of the St Leonards family in Britain, detailing will disputes, alleged felonious destruction of documents, court probate rulings, and scandals surrounding Lord St Leonards and his relatives. It traces elder generations from Sir Edward Sugden to the current 2nd Lord St Leonards, including separations, assaults, drunkenness, and distant royal connections.

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Republican delegates drift in taft campaign analysis

Washington Dispatch analyzes the Republican race noting lack of a unified anti Taft front. Delegations from Lenox Cannon and other candidates show no clear deliverable support and managers let the field drift as they fear an unsettled year. The piece suggests a decisive, aggressive campaign would emerge if a sure winner existed.

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Our Debt to the Immigrant Contention in Richmond Times-Dispatch

A Richmond Times-Dispatch piece argues about immigration's impact on U S growth. It notes 1907 arrivals peaked at 1 285 349, totals since 1789 around 26 million, and questions whether prosperity depended on immigrant influx. Historical estimates by Elkanah Watson are cited as surprisingly accurate, suggesting the nation might have prospered without immigrants.

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Man hides fortune in wall cavity as heir explains

In Queens County Surrogate Court testimony, the late William H. Wilkins of Whitestone left about 4.3 million dollars in estate value, with 7,682 dollars in gold and silver tucked in a wall cavity behind the kitchen door. His daughter Ann Hilzabeth Horton testified she acts as executrix to settle the affairs and revealed the home storage method used since his 85 years of life.

New York Times William H. Wilkins Whitestone L. IL Nubile Queens County Ann Hilzabeth Horton

Violet flavored eggs from Cincinnati note column

A Cincinnati reader reports morning eggs tasting of violets and onions due to hens’ feed. The writer notes eggs acquire odors from plants eaten by the flock and recalls earlier age-related flavors, urging readers to notice flavor changes in fresh eggs as influenced by diet.

Mouston Post Washington Houston Cincinnati

Two Hobo Burglars Sentenced in Oregon Prison

From the Portland Oregonian two brakebeam tourists who broke into a Shedds store were captured at 3 am Tuesday, jailed in Albany five hours later, arraigned the same day, and sentenced to two years in the penitentiary. The tale travels with a note of swift justice.

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Donkey and the Raven in Democratic Symbolic Debate

The piece argues against nominating Bryan at Denver, noting his mounting wealth and persistence. It warns third defeats may not end his influence, and predicts the donkey and raven would symbolize the Democrats if Bryan secures the nomination, reflecting party divisions and public sentiment.

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Reflections and Reader Snippits From 1920s Columns

A collage of verses and anecdotes from the Yonkers Statesman and Chicago and New York papers. The pieces lampoon vanity superstition and manners with humor and aphorisms about women glasses love honesty and everyday flaws. The assorted jests touch on marriage gossip behavior and social mores.

Political chatter and economic notes from Raleigh visit

Interviews reveal Democratic doubts about Bryan and praise for Taft and Gray. Moot cites Johnson of Minnesota and Hughes a strong NY governor, while others discuss party chances. Messages from consul Powell describe Alexandria price surges, land booms, and costly living. Ohio and England views touch Taft support and beer-to-tea shifts.

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