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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Aug 17, 1909

Page

38

Terms of Subscription Rates and Payment Instructions

Subscription options listed for daily and Sunday editions delivered by carrier in Washington and Alexandria. Rates shown for daily, Sunday, weekly, and yearly plans. prepayment by check or order to The Washington Post Co. and mailed to Washington DC. Miscellaneous mailing and advertising notes included.

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Developing Washington Capital Era and Civic Growth

The article discusses the rise of Washington as the seat of national capital and its impact on commerce, housing, and public life. It traces the shift from limited growth to intensified development, noting federal and local cooperation, infrastructure aims, and efforts to attract business activity and residents while preserving the city’s character. The piece emphasizes the intertwined interests of government, commerce, and citizens in shaping a thriving capital city.

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The Great Naval Question and Taft Publicity Drive

The piece surveys maritime strategy under German expansion and British supremacy, warning the United States may need a strong navy to defend the Panama Canal and maintain the Anglo Saxon balance. It also discusses Taft's presidential publicity efforts, tariff policy, and calls for reform of bank directorship and anti trust laws.

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MAKE THE RIVERS WORK Europe trip shows American waterways aims

The World article outlines what the American waterways commission would see in Europe. It notes lower Seine barges plus Charenton entrepot, canal systems in France and Germany, and the Rhine's vast freight traffic, with parallels drawn to American waterways and a Canadian-like shift of trade.

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House of the Seven Gables remodel details emerge in Salem

The Seeton Transcrist Mechanics reveal evidence that the House of the Seven Gables originally had seven gables with four additional ones to be restored. An overhousing second story will be reopened and a large northerly addition planned. Emmerton promover and adjoining north estate purchase seen. total remodeling around 7500 dollars.

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Pope's Weakness Triggers Vatican Concern Amid Rome Visit

Reports from Rome describe Pope Pius X growing visibly weaker with bouts of fatigue and declining audiences. Despite no new medical disorder, advisers urge rest as dignitaries note his shrinking stamina, while Serbian Crown Prince Alexander suffers nervous strain at a Hungarian spa and Lord Kilmorey faces finance and legal troubles overseas.

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The Income Tax Debate Across Parties and Tax Equity

A historical critique argues that income tax proposals burden all taxpayers, especially the well to do who fund most taxes. It contends direct federal taxation usurps municipal and state powers, labeling the plan socialistic and harmful to thrift and industry. It urges taxpayers to oppose a federal income tax amendment.

Acequirer United States Industrial Workers of America

Flood of Foreign Capital Reaching United States

The article notes a surge of French and English capital moving to the United States for permanent investment. It cites tax pressures in England and France driving money abroad, with reasons including Detroit-like opportunities and tariff protections. A French automobile firm planning a midwest plant illustrates the trend.

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Isolation of China in Controversy With Japan

The article argues China has no foreign support in the Manchurian dispute, noting the United States and European powers stay distant. It suggests Japan’s influence grows as Peking weakens, while Western capitals seek Chinese loan deals. It warns about Japan's inability to lend and China’s need to borrow, with rail and regional tensions shaping a precarious balance.

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Wildcat Attacks Woman in Altos Mining Camp

A wildcat charged into a home near Altos mining camp north of the city and mauled Mrs Campbell, who was partially blind, before Mr Campbell shot the animal. She was moved to the Ladies Hospital for treatment. the attack was severe but the couple survived.

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Catching Mullets by Umbrella Dam Method

John J Jandreau of Fort Fierce devised a novel mullet catching method at an inlet. While at the creek with his wife and Witte ant they observed large mullet feeding. He built a dam across the creek mouth and splashed in the water, causing fish to panic and leap over the dam into nets held by the couple. They harvested enough for current consumption, planning to feed family and friends with fresh fish.

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Speed Law for Aviators Auburn Dispatch to New York

A Langley New York dispatch details a clash over an airspeed law for aviators near Owasco Lake. Justice of the Peace LE Pearson threatens arrest if airships exceed 20 miles per hour, prompting Schaedeleina to vow resistance. The piece shifts to Philippine politics, discussing vice governor prospects and the Manila presidency debate with references to Taft and Roosevelt, and calls for a Filipino administrator as promised.

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Pie and Pie In New York Times Style On Taste And Dreadful Dampness

A fragmented New York Times piece muses on pie as a symbol of perfection and nutrition while contrasting scrapple and other foods. It shifts to a night scene with an airship leaking gasoline and dampness seen against lights through fog.

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Views of visitors in Washington and Panama line

Reports from Charleston and Philadelphia visitors describe a planned steamship route to Panama with initial voyage around September. They note Panama trade growth, southern shipping benefits, and postal transport improvements, while Porto Rico and Cuba experiences under American rule are discussed alongside crop and market concerns in Georgia and the South.

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Young Woman Reads Salome to East Audience in Greek Costume

A young woman performs selections from Salome for fashionable East Coast audiences wearing a gold Greek costume with purple netting. The styling and coiffure obscure visible details as she recites the work.

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