Washington Post Advertising Notice 1908 Subscription Rates
Publication details for The Washington Post dated Wednesday April 11 1908 list subscription options delivered by carrier in Washington and Alexandria with daily and Sunday rates. It notes remittance by draft post office order or registered letter and provides office addresses in Washington New York Chicago with managers Paul Block and staff.
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Gibee
Vanderbilt Building
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Unity
Paul Block
The Spanish Claims Commission gains money for the nation
The Spanish Claims Commission is praised for saving money through adjudications and avoidable expenses. The piece argues the commission has disallowed about $1,000,000 and awarded $362,252, claiming a profit of roughly fifteen dollars per dollar spent and an estimated ten million dollars saved so far. It notes remaining cases and questions forecasted gains.
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Chums Commission
Couisiana
Warning to Spellbinders in the House of Representatives
A sharp political tirade laments dull proceedings in the House during the current session. It targets Cushman, Bourke Cockrum, Grosvenor, and Adam Bade, predicting rise of George L. Dykeman and McCormick for Tacoma mayor. It warns that the American people demand results and calls for decisive action before adjournment.
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Blade
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Wacoma Statesman
George L. Dyheain
BR L McCormick
Tacoma
Saxe
McCormick
George L. Dykeman
Dykeman
Oregon
Washington
Gon&rest
Russia seeks liberty and a free Parliament, with Witte guiding
The piece argues Russia can gain constitutional liberty through gradual reform led by Count Witte, contrasting autocracy with radical demands, noting a free press and a modern parliament as essential. It praises steady development, warns against bloodshed, and stresses Russia’s need for peace and wealth to pay debts.
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Yorktown
France
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Charitable judgment and press honesty in the era
The piece discusses moral courage in opinion, condemning without malice and praising reform in criminal justice and journalism. It recounts the evolution of press tone, applauding a more charitable approach while critiquing the Chicago Chronicle and defending The Post’s consistent honesty through changing political alignments.
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Contemporaries debate republican form of government
A Post reader questions how the United States could compel a state to maintain a republican form of government. The Post notes no constitutional basis to expel a state, and even in extreme cases of secession, Congress would act, while the piece surveys Cuba reciprocity and broader U S political stance.
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Senate
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Cuba
Philippines
Jefferson
Nightful Nonsense and Political Jabs Across the Era
A string of wry, satirical items mocks politics and society. Snippets name Otto Anschutz, a Chicago professor wagering truth for a year, Longworth in Ohio, and anti Jewish rumors from St. Petersburg. Notes on aldermen, dowie Moses, barter in votes, and jokes about parks, water, and paper money germs mix with quips about Mary Lease and career wits.
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Chicago
LIFE'S MERRY GAME AND SCATTERED QUIPS IN CONVERSATION
A mosaic of quotes from politicians and public figures reflecting on governance, strikes, and international affairs. Mayor Dunne touts municipal ownership while others critique railway-rate policy. Comments touch on war, conferences, and a light exchange about a shooting match in Birmingham.
Storm Ravages Sea as Winter Wreaks Heavy Losses
Insurance firms along the North Atlantic report unusually severe winter storms have caused extensive shipping damage. They estimate losses to reach four million dollars or more, with the full extent awaiting exact figures.
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Metternichs of Johannisberg and dynasty links
Vienna reports hint that Princess Clement Metternich may bear a son, risking Johannisberg under Austrian crown if no male heir emerges. The estate, held as a crown fief, traces eight centuries of viticulture from a Benedictine monastery to the present Metternich line through Clement and his Spani sh wife.
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Alfonso
Jules Janin
Prince Richard Metternich
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Lacking in Style Read by Chicago Tributes Briefly
A fragment from Chicago Tribune and Chicago News notes a scene where a man praises a suit and remarks on social impressions. He jokes about tailoring and acceptance among peers while another line recalls two men being among the happiest encountered, one recently married and the other recently divorced.
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Let Woman Have Her Way in Denver Club Debate
The Chicago Inter Ocean criticizes Denver's Woman's Club gathering where speakers denounced women who dress differently. It argues women have always varied in attire, and the right to pursue happiness includes fashion choices. It asserts men should not dictate women and praises evolving standards.
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Inter Ocean
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Cale
Yaer
Edwin Hermann
W.F. Arnold
Sam Perry
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Worden
Dreda
United States
The Constitution Forever and the Right to Remain Silent
A Ramad city Times opinion piece urges courage from a pending trial in Kansas, praising the Constitution and the right against self incrimination. It cites a Federal Judge Humphrey quote on the right to remain silent and warns readers to uphold individual liberty amid efforts to deter government overreach.
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Bealha
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Humphrey
Massachusetts Should Not Spend 75000 on Jamestown Tie-In
Hartford MEA argues no Massachusetts need to spend 75000 for Jamestown centennial representation when 926000 suffices with credit to all. Springfield Republican notes Connecticut spent 25000 with 10000 for building and rest allocated, urging Massachusetts to avoid tripling the sum for population or politeness to Virginia.
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The American Invasion and Civic Satire Scribbles
Snippets from a periodical page critique American car culture’s impact on Europe, discuss legal representation for Americans abroad, and offer satirical exchanges on smoking, trade, luck, finance, health, and theft. The lewd, humorous lines reflect a bustling, opinionated press era.
Parker's Presidential Bid Boosted His Law Practice
Boston Transcript notes Alton B. Parker’s candidacy may have cost him money but boosted the size of his law practice, suggesting the political run increased his professional profile and earnings.
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Alton B. Parker
Wigan
Reciprocity success fuels export surge to Cuba
The Philadelphia Record notes exports to Cuba rose from 1905 to 1906 and project strong growth under reciprocity. Seven months ending January show cotton cloth, iron and steel, boots and shoes, lard, boards, and instruments rising sharply, while Cuba’s sugar and tobacco dominate its exports. European purchases mirror shifts, yet the reciprocity policy is cited as driving a rapid expansion of U.S. exports and mutual tariff gains.
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Europe
One Hundred Years Ago Day in Congress Debate on Naval Bill
A century ago in Congress the naval appropriation debate featured Virginia representative J Randolph opposing overreaching estimates and urging trust in department heads. The House defeated a bill barring army and navy officers from civil office, and a slave import ban resolution was postponed. The Senate read the government appropriation bill for 1306 a third time.
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Army
Navy
Senate
Opportunity. Walter Malone Poem Refrain on Rebirth
A reflective verse urging resilience after misfortune. It encourages rising from past errors, embracing renewed youth, and pursuing future opportunities with courage. The speaker challenges the reader to reject despair, seize the day, and let each morning grant new chances toward personal ascent.
Fortune and Roosevelt linked figures in old letters
An assortment of nicknames and anecdotes recall chance encounters with Roosevelt in Arizona Montana and elsewhere. The poem style notes luck in appointments and favors as several men claim past scouting hunting and riding with Roosevelt, while a final line hints at unfinished revelations from Philadelphia press and a biblical jab at Joab and Amasa.
Noted Leaders Meet in Hotel Lobbies Across Nation
A crowd of prominent figures gathers in hotel lobbies, including Patrick Sullivan a Wyoming businessman turned governor candidate, and observers like E J Benny and Dr Frank Wilson discuss politics, Hearst’s growing influence, and Cuban policy amid a restless public mood.
Seemed a Long Time Prom The Tattler Jim Leaves Home
A ten year old boy named Jim runs away to join buccaneers. He travels in rain and hunger before returning home late at night. His greeting is cold from his father and sister, while the family cat offers silent comfort as Jim asks if this is the same old cat he left with.
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New Family Tale and Market Ironies from Old Papers
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