Washington Post Subscription Rates and Delivery Details 1912
The notice outlines subscription options for The Washington Post with delivery by carrier in Washington and Alexandria. It specifies monthly and yearly rates, payment methods by drafts or registered letters, and notes mail postages prepaid. Published in the April 12, 1912 issue.
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Washington Post
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Paul Formf
Troy
Illinois party prospects loom as November nears
The piece surveys Illinois Republicans’ strength ahead of the November election, noting the race remains uncertain. It highlights the party’s hope that progressives and Speaker Dixon’s group can rally, while Democrats worry about turnout and the chances of aligning with national trends.
Bachelors Pressed to Wed in Irish County Ward
A village in Meath County, near Debho, reports bachelors lock themselves indoors, prompting a district council to draft a three month marriage deadline. With 69 bachelors, officials fear coercive measures may fail, as residents doubt forced union boosts desirability of marriage.
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Wilberforce
Costin
Irdandy
Trunheaghila
Meeth County
Debho
Cooma
Dunshaughlin
Baseball Season Opens A Riot Of Fans And Folly At Ball Park
The 1912 baseball season starts with feverish enthusiasm as fans roar for action. Politicians, humor, and grandiose talk fade before the thrill of the plate and the crowd. The piece lampoons excess, praises the game’s power to stir strong emotion, and hints at shifting power with the fans controlling against bosses.
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Lfe
Ball Park
Barretts
John McCulloughs
King Lear
Hamlet
Ty" Cobb
Lear
Walter Johnson
Nationals
Cornelius McG
Home Rule for Ireland Sees Third Chance of Passage
The liberal home rule bill for Ireland returns to the British House of Commons for a third time. It faces strong opposition in the Lords and a wary minority in the Commons but benefits from recent constitutional changes. The bill aims for Irish autonomy while preserving imperial supremacy and excludes crown, army, navy, and certain imperial duties. Questions linger over the Irish senate and executive details.
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Great Britain
Liberal Party
Ireland
House of Commons
Commons
Gladstone
Tords
House of Lords
John Redmond
Irish parliamentary authority under new veto powers
Discussion on constabulary, veto and suspensory powers vested in the Tord Meutenant exercised by Alm under Imperial instruction. Critics note Grattan’s 1788 model faced English seal constraints and fear the restored Parliament repeats that flaw. The aim is to craft a bill promoting peace, prosperity and national harmony.
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England
Ireland
Berlin Bungled in Goethals Incident and District Primary Bill
A lengthy Washington style critique discusses Ward politics, the Norris primary bill, and the cost of primary machinery. It argues Congress should not federalize District elections and criticizes the Berlin foreign office over Goethals remarks about fortifications. It revisits Kaiser Wilhelm’s diplomacy and the Berlin bureaucrats’ missteps in foreign affairs.
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Bimnarck
Bismarck
Busch
Dip Tomate
Menthava
Kaiser
Col. Goethals
Panama Canal
Col. Goethala
Germany
Kiel Canal
Kaleer
Col Goethals
United States
Col Gosthals
America
Corfu
Kalger
Canal
Foreign Office
Finger Rings of Ancients and Their Legendary Powers
A New York American article surveys finger rings across civilizations from Babylon to Rome. It notes rings as symbols of authority and seals, with legends of miracles, papal insignia, and Venice’s adriatic tribute. Ancient Egyptians, Etruscans, and Greeks used varied forms, while slaves wore iron rings and signet cylinders marked with gems.
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New York American
Joseph
Egypt
Haman
Ahasuerus
Mordecai
Venice
Adriatic
Sea
Babylonia
Assyria
RULES ON PASSENGER RATES INTERSTATE COMMERCE COMMISSION INTERPRETS TICKETS
The Interstate Commerce Commission issued an interpretation of the law on mileage excursion and commutation tickets for through passenger business over connecting lines. It holds that regularly established excursion mileage and commutation rates in tariffs filed with the commission may be used. In leasing fares for transportation of passengers and baggage the same act applies if the passenger holds through tickets over the entire route of their journey.
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Interstate Commerce Commission
Tlekela
Quits District Committee Amid Transfers in Senate
Senator Luke Lea requested reassignment yesterday and left the district committee and the committee on naval affairs. Senator Marcus A Smith of Arizona was placed on the district committee while Senator Watson joined the naval committee. Lea shifted to military affairs and post offices and post roads, Ashurst took public buildings and provosts and pensions and Indian affairs, and du Pont asked to be relieved from the education and labor committee.
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Luke Lea
Marcus A Smith
Arizona
Watson
Lea
Ashurst
du Pont
Education
Army Orders Transfer and Leave Listings for Military Cadre
Army orders detail one month leave for Col Henry Do Heistand and extended leaves for several officers. It lists officers detailed to enter the Army War College reporting by August 15, and outlines transfers and postings to West Point, the United States Military Academy, the Fort Ram Army post, and various infantry and artillery units. Included are numerous captains majors and lieutenants with assignments across the Twentieth Infantry, Eleventh Cavalry, Coast Artillery, and Ordnance Departments, plus a note on factory duties and a powder company visit for several months in 1912.
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Henry DO
Robert D Goodwin
Thurman
Fourteenth Cavalry
Clana
Army War College
Thia City
Abbut
John L. Chamberlain
Tnspector Gehersl
Stephen M Foote
Coast Artillery Corps
Henry Davis
Highteenth Infantry
Benjamin W Atkinson
John B McDonald
Fifteenth Cavalry
Freder IK R Day
Thirtieth Infantry
William F Martin Fith
Charles Erhardt
Rosey ¢ Cabell
Eleventh Cavalry
Harley
Faguson Corps of
Enginerra
James W
Harry A Lirk
Frank DE Welster
Twentieth Infantry
William WH Hay
Tenth Cavalry
Charles A
Haskell
International Smokeless Powder and Chemical Company
Varin
John H Hughes
West Point Noy
United States Military Academy
Joseph F Janda
District in Congress Senate and House actions noted
The amended public utilities bill was reported to the Senate by Mr JaVinger. The excise bill was to be considered by the District committee this morning. Senator Luke Les was excused from duty on the District committee and Senator Mark Smith of Arizona was given a seat. The Lima deadly weapon bill passed, imposing a 1000 dollar fine or up to two years in prison for carrying felonies or concealed weapons. The act to authorize the Attorney General to sue to establish U S lands along river fronts in the district was passed. The House considered the policemen and firemen pension bill but took no action.
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Chicago
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Arona
Lima
United States
Congress Condensed Senate Debates and House Actions Report
Senate Howell Sanders appointed to fill the vacancy after Senator Taylor's death. Williams attacked alleged extravagant military expenditures. Senate voted 7 to 6 against House five cavalry regiments reduction. District of Columbia public utilities bill amended and reported. Sugar interests protested before the finance committee on Panama Canal tolls. Adjourned until 2 pm. House met at noon and passed three bills. Steel trust investigations began hearing three ore experts. Banking and currency committee to begin money trust inquiry. Howsré Acres cotton cloth futures remark debated. Immediate appropriation of 80 090 for good roads by militia supported. Immigrants literacy bill endorsed. Merchant marine and fisheries subcommittees to confer with AG Wickersham. Interstae commerce committee to hold hearings April 2 to amend pure food and drugs law. House approved 32900 for merchant marine and fisheries committees. Ship trust hearings expenses authorized. Adjourned 5:18 pm until noon today.
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Renate
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Sl Trust
Protests Against Canal Tolls Stir National Congress Letter
A circular from the National Rivers and Harbors Congress objects to a House bill section that would levy equal tolls on U S vessels in coastwise trade and foreign ships using the Panama Canal The group argues tolls will raise freight costs across railways and criticizes Representative Martin of Colorado while noting broader objections to improved U S waterways and toll policy Then a jumble of quote laden miscellaneous lines follows from a Chicago source reflecting varied opinions on women and politics.
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Charman Adamson
House
Interstate and Foregn Commerce Committee
United States
National Illvers and Harbors Congress
Colorado
National Ilvers and Harbors Congress Inttrr
Martin
Culdrada
Weather Drought and Storm Outlook Across Regions
The report outlines changing Mississippi River levels, rising water in the Arkansas region, and widespread unsettled conditions from the Plains to the East. Anticipated cooler fronts mix with ongoing rains, while temperatures remain above seasonal averages in the South and central periods. Winds shift from light west to variable along coastlines, with European-bound steamers facing fair winds.
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Naval Orders Detail Multiple Commission Aboard Several Vessels
Navy officials record commissions and assignments from 1911 as officers move to commands at Key West Hampton Roads and Guantanamo. Ships listed include Vicksburg Panama Bainbridge and Olongapo stations with new flag and line officers, while training grounds and patrol areas are noted along the Atlantic and Caribbean theaters.
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Chicago woman sues doctors for fifty thousand damages
Mrs Nina Clampitt, once considered beautiful, sues Dr Harry R Enlow and Dr Elizabeth Tompking for 50 000 claiming paraffin injections ruined her face. Her attorney says she is now hideous and cannot bear to be seen by friends as she seeks damages to prevent others from harm.
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Chicago Dispatch
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Progress by the Filipinos in agriculture and industry
Governor W Cameron Forbes of the Philippines, arriving in Paris en route to the United States, says Filipinos have made notable economic strides. He notes growing interest in politics and confirms agricultural and industrial development, while avoiding discussion of self government or independence bills.
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Paris
United States
Forbes
United States Congress
Manila
U. S. Black List Issued For Adulterated Seeds
The Department of Agriculture released its black list listing names and addresses of individuals and firms that sold adulterated or misbranded grass and alfalfa seeds. Only 66.9 percent of hairy vetch seed bulk purchases germinated. Over eight years 370 dealers have appeared on the list with varying publication frequencies across years.
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Congress
Justice Pitney Uses Fan on First Washington Days
Justice Pitney struggles to acclimate in Washington and, after a brief period, signals for a palm leaf fan. It marks the season’s first fan request as the Supreme Court nears the usual routine.
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Supreme Court Bench
Juatite Pitney
Washington
Supreme Court of the United States
Chats of Visitors to the Capital: Grosvenor backs Taft rival
A verbose Washington chat tracks Ohio former representative Charles H Grosvenor in Republican circles. It notes his long party activity since 1864, his view on Taft, and speculation on Illinois results and possible shifts in support, including Champ Clark and Mindanao talk, with Delaware marshal Townsend confirmed.
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