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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Aug 02, 1908
Page
14
Publication Office of Fensaylvania lists delivery options and rates. Carrier delivery to Washington and Alexandria includes Sunday, with options for daily or Sunday-excluded service, monthly or weekly plans, detailing Sunday inclusion and exclusions.
A Success Magazine reminiscence recalls William Howard Taft in Lote Panay where about 1,000 locals gathered to greet him. Taft, described as genial and deft with a handshake, appears in a humorous anecdote involving an open carriage and a clumsy exit that prompted laughter from Taft and cheers from the crowd.
From Lonica Answers, this piece recalls legendary Greek feats in antiquity. It highlights Milo of Crotona lifting a four year old heifer, long jumps surpassing records, brutal boxings, and brutal wrestling bouts, ending with Arrachion’s dramatic death and olive crown on his corpse.
A Washington dispatch argues the Department of Agriculture attacks the rabbit, blaming it for crop damage alongside other pests. It defends the animal's instincts, noting rabbits defend their young and can fight when attacked, while criticizing the publication that portrays rabbits as rough and quarrelsome.
A multi-voiced column surveys visitors to the capital and speaks of South Africa recovering slowly, education progress, and European and American impressions. It includes quotes from J R Whithen of Cape Town on education, scenery, and diamond mining, plus remarks on Quebec Jubilee visitors, Fairbanks in Quebec, and New York politics with Gov Hughes’s anti racing-betting stand.
From the Chicago News a series of pointed paragraphs on social folly. It notes women struggle with money as secrets, how coolness between friends fades on hot days, and how an unexpected kiss jolts a dignified girl. It suggests meek boys hide mischief and that love is often a delightful torture. It also remarks that many so called good fellows carry bad habits and many friends are missing.
An early 20th century column explores love and bachelor woes, noting men’s troubles without marriage. It quotes George W. Serviz of Lowell on child labor permits and the need for safeguards, urging that youth be allowed to enjoy life and receive education over toil.
Washington readers and travelers are urged to keep informed about Capital affairs by subscribing to The Post. Change of address requests are welcomed and paper delivery can be arranged to any region. notify the agent or send orders to The Post. Tele phone Main 4205.
The Honduran government cancels exequaturs for American Consul Linard and Vice Consul Reynolds at Celba, risking a delicate U S Central American rift. Marietta sails to Celba. Capt. Maxwell to investigate. Neutrality, duties, and fault remain debated as public judgment awaits further facts. The piece then shifts to social critique by Bishop Potter on money, energy, and American character, followed by a brief note on Pittsburgh and national business mood.
A broad, opinionated column argues that cotton yields and favorable weather spur large farm, merchant, and construction activity across the West, while investors grow confident in real estate and money flows ease. It also contends England and America will maintain global naval strength, warns of continued militarism, and discusses Canadian immigration shifting American citizens across the border.
A Tatler note says actress Mile. Lubia Behrend in St Petersburg earns extra income by smelling perfumes for a Russian firm. Her keen nose judges blends before approval, aiding in creating Queen Alexandra’s violet scent. The piece shifts to Lloyds insurance doubts over sheath gowns, with a Worcester epitaph remark and a London Bloomingdale ramble.
Jamie Arcomon wins, J A Bravam at Parnell hauls water two or three barrels daily. A large rattlesnake fell into his well and no one will remove or even inspect it. A $5 offer from Jim Conway is joked about. Branam believes the snake bit the water but asserts the supply is safe.
An outline of human flight from myth to early aerial experiments. From Daedalus to the Montgolfier brothers, balloon era beginnings, and early progress toward dirigible flight led by Santos Dumont and Count Zeppelin. The article notes ongoing experimentation and the sense that mastery of air is advancing but not yet complete.
The Kaiser faces backlash over a general order directing that creed or race be weighed in army elections. Critics say the policy, while pushed by Emperor William, reflects entrenched exclusion in officer ranks and follows long-standing pressure on Jewish officers. The piece contrasts his stance with the officers who nominate regiments and cites antisemitic press reactions.
A damaged OCR fragment from a Bal EGE page hints at a romantic plot with a lover at a distance and a third story climber failing to join due to a missing ladder. The text is garbled, but suggests themes of love and obstacle.
A playful column extols simple summer eating with dainty meat bites like boiled ham, sardines with lemon and tomato, and Porto Rican rice and beans. It contrasts lighter fare with winter abundance, praises the ox as motive power, and notes a tranquil, old-fashioned appetite in crystal sunshine.
A medical expert compares responses to terminal prognosis by gender. He notes men often fight and seek specialists, while women reportedly accept fate and show fatalism. The piece implies women yield to surgery with calm submission, contrasting masculine tenacity with feminine resignation.
The Fortuana article argues that sleeping in tents is not the same as sleeping in open air. It notes that a canyon-like tent space close to the ground with poor ventilation may feel less airy than a well-ventilated room, and warns against assuming tents reliably grant the same health benefits as true open air sleeping.
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