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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Dec 26, 1904

Page

6

Dr Abbott Attacks New York Lawlessness in Springfield Speech

The Washington Post reports Dr Lyman Abbott denounces Lawson's charges as lawless and warns wealth and corporations violate and evade law. He cites New York cases and stresses reform is needed, with focus on the national character and enforcement failures.

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Washington Society and the Capital’s Illusions

An editorial criticizes lax health enforcement amid heavy carbon pollution and praises the President's letter for reawakening inspectors. It then roams through a lengthy satire on “Washington society,” mocking the capital’s social climbers, diplomats, and haut monde as a trivial spectacle for visitors and residents alike.

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A Chronic Bad Habit in Newspaper Political Talk

Opinion piece criticizes Republican press for undermining the law making process by portraying Congress as subordinate to the president. It argues the President vetoes laws when needed and stresses the Senate as a buffer against popular impulses, warning against excess executive power harming Americanism.

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The Washington Post’s Rural Corner on Rabbits and Santa

The column lampoons Virginia rabbit tales and a Santa Claus flourish amid political musings. It defends rationality, mocks sensational rural stories, and preserves a festive, pragmatic tone while reflecting on national affairs and public sentiment.

Engagement of Prince Gustavus Adolphus and Olga of Brunswick

News notes the forthcoming engagement of Prince Gustavus Adolphus of Scania to Princess Olga of Brunswick and Great Britain, detailing royal lineages, potential crowns, and Nordic ties. It also covers Papal medicine limits, Shakespearean connections at Charlecote Park, and debates over honors for naval officers versus the army within British tradition.

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Canadians Opposing Reciprocity

The Boston Advertiser cites facts challenging New England cotton manufacturers’ hopes for a reciprocity pact with Canada. Canadian tariff levels, not lower duties, hinder U S goods. four major Canadian cotton firms plan a $10 million merger to protect the market. James Crathern, president, says high tariffs could have prevented consolidation and job cuts due to rising imports.

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Is beauty a universal standard for women

Nixela Greeley Smith of the New York World discusses a show girl suing an employer after being dismissed for not being beautiful enough. The piece argues there is no absolute standard of beauty and that many standards coexist, with women inherently deserving respect regardless of others’ opinions.

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Washington Post References Across Papers Echo

A collage of clippings cites The Washington Post as source or humor in varied U S papers. It notes reactions from Newark News Memphis Commercial Appeal Rochester Post Express Rochester Herald Knoxville Sentinel Florida Times Union and others on topics from salaries to representation and press dynamics.

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Pointed Paragraphs From the Chicago News

A collection of satirical lines from the Chicago News and New York Press on marriage money work and male folly. Witty quips touch on husbands wives bachelors optimists and Christmas gifts with a tone of light social commentary.

The Psychology of Clothes and Mrs Chadwick

From the Chicago Chronicle Mrs Catherine Waugh Mc Culloch argues that impressive dress gives women power to influence men. She notes Mrs Chadwick used clothing to manipulate men, not women, warning against overt display and predicting men will grow wary of rustling gowns as tricksters adapt.

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Something Doing in the Country and Local Tales

A compiled column notes a newly married couple Oskaloosa Kane and Al Wennifeld report, with a playful quarrel, and oddly ends with a stork joke. Other items include a boy advancing from apprentice to editor, a man aging through life stages, and brief country anecdotes from Urich Ma and Manitou Okla plus minor notices about hog breeding and local commerce.

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Madde a Hit and Local Skirmishes Across The Paper

Jamestown WV Dak Gazette notes farmer William Madde a popular local figure who sent a Christmas gift to the editor. A separate column reports Edwin Johnson escaping injury when a gate fell, injuring Miss Acrea as it rolled over him. The issue also jokes about six weddings in one night, and includes brief notes from Iron County Utah and Oregon items.

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Hotel Lobby Chats Reveal War Talk and Port Arthur Views

Capt. H. F. Colby, U. S. N. retired, reports from the National about his Manchuria trip and wartime observations. He contrasts Vladivostok and Port Arthur, notes Japanese preparations, Russian vigor, and predicts future moves affecting Asia and U. S. war policy. Colby cites strategic bases, troop vigor, and political shifts impacting East Asia.

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Shifting Global Center of Commerce and Gold Power

The article argues the world’s financial hub moves with trade and population. It traces ancient shifts from the Mediterranean to Northern Europe and cites Bruges Antwerp Amsterdam and London. It concludes the United States holds a quarter of global gold and over one third of banking power.

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Benny op the Crocodile and Humorous Snippets

A scrambled bundle from Chicago Tribune and Evansville Courier features a playful piece on Benny op the Crocodile, then lighter quips about dancing methods and professional courtesy. Includes a joke about football players and a brief Newspaprentlelye remark.

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