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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Aug 29, 1904
Page
29
A column containing letters and editorials on baptism terminology, constitutional money, and political debate. George Wilson argues for constitutional money and criticizes talk of gold and silver. B Edward McCann comments on lynching politics and Republican record. The piece reflects early 20th century White Plains era discourse with economic and religious debates.
A reader, J. G. Budahm, argues against restoring army canteens, calling them a moral danger and praising officers and Christians who oppose them. He urges mothers and wives of soldiers to decide, citing examples from business and military leadership. The letter questions the widespread belief in moral saving through canteens and aligns with temperance viewpoints.
P J Monahan writes a reply praising President Roosevelt and Republican ideals while criticizing the Democratic party. He argues Roosevelt embodies universal rights and equal citizenship, contrasts Irish and Southern politics, and asserts Democratic performance lags promises. He claims ancestral oppression endured by Irish and praises American liberty under the flag.
A local editorial denounces proposed taxes on pistol and cigarette manufacturing and wholesalers, arguing a $16 000 annual pistol tax and related penalties would harm workers and crime prevention. It casts firearms as tools of mischief and urges stronger regulation without stifling lawful use. The piece also criticizes smoking and drug risks, linking them to social decay and national tension.
Fragmented OCR reads like a political row with mudslinging and partisan attacks. It cites discussions of Republican candidates, public perceptions, insults, and calls for party alignment amid wartime context and journalistic commentary.
A fragment from a 19th century paper contends the Democratic stance on currency and the legacy of slavery. It argues the party avoids clear positions, referencing Bryan era politics, the role of the Senate, and the impact of slaveholding on American business ethics.
The editorial argues true equality requires socialism not just legal equality. It criticizes limited political participation and voting rights, notes gender and racial disenfranchisement, and warns wealth concentration risks. It lauds socialists as awakening voters to economic equality while resisting misrepresentation by opponents.
A letter to the editor questions Dr. Reyburn's article on Jim Crow cars and asks which party bears responsibility for district discrimination. The piece contrasts Democratic Maryland laws with DC enforcement, condemns partisan double standards, and argues for fair treatment across parties while promoting voter and civil rights discussion. It also promotes Electric Bitters as a blood purifier.
Editor post discusses the independent voter as a dominant factor in American politics, urging citizens to change parties as principles shift. It cites Bryanism’s folly, praises voter strength, and cites the nation's fundamental authority deriving from the people and Washington's example, signed Louis P. Shoemaker.
A condensed digest of heart function using Methuselah’s long life as a backdrop. The piece calculates heart beats per year and lifetime blood movement, then humorously scales to ship capacity to transfer the heart’s blood across the Atlantic. Written by J Fraise Richard.
Mr. Van A. Potter of 212 Eighth Street Southeast has accepted the role of vice president and professor of ancient history and sciences at Spaulding's Female College in Muscogee, Indian Territory. He will depart for his new post Wednesday after earning honors at Columbian University and a notable Washington appointment.
Reports from Danville Durham and South Boston detail tobacco markets as August sales rise slightly with better prices for new primings than last year. Some hill crops show good color while others burn from heat and recent rains. Prices for old leaf remain steady though quality varies amid widespread leaf drying and cool, dry spells. The South Boston market notes light breaks and early sales at 42 to 50 cents per hundred for new primings. year to date volume reaches 16 million pounds.
The Washington Union of the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees held a closed meeting at 625 Louisiana Avenue to discuss contracts with the Academy and Lafayette theaters. Lee M. Hart said an understanding was reached and three to five year terms likely, with no wage or hours changes. He noted harmonious relations and denied plans to unite with musicians for a strike, adding contracts should be signed soon.
Renters sought for office rooms at The Oval Sign located at 1412 GN, near the corner of Jenifer and 77H and DSTS. Agents James Barnard and G Mark promote the elusive location with ex LOCATED branding.
The weekly statement shows loans at 1 099057200 with a drop of 147200 and deposits at 1207302800 down 2207700. Reserves fall to 359201100, surplus down 21237675, deposits reduced 5669250, and notes and specie declined. The commentary notes misbalance from gold withdrawals and currency transfers, with a large apparent discrepancy in cash, implying the official cash base may be understated and congestion likely to persist.
New York August 27 The cotton market opened stronger with Liverpool cues and a small gain as shorts covered. Early trading was lively with uneven moves, then quieting near the first hour. Estimated arrivals at ports today about 9,000 bales. week total near 60,000. New Orleans receipts 386. Houston 6,276.
Advices from Western centers warn of heavy money outflow from New York as farmers push wheat and cotton to market. Loans last week totaled 317,300 and bank clearings averaged 169 million, with seven banks cutting loans and five cutting cash. Vegetables show persistent overabundance with low grades piling up while better stock sells. Irish potato crop remains large. Green fruits improve but apples short. butter remains strong for high grades. eggs firm with warm weather reducing first-class stock. live poultry market active with poultry prices listed.
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