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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Dec 27, 1909
Page
35
A Washington Post column discusses rising food prices, blaming a mix of retailer, wholesaler, and fisherman actions. It argues there is no formal fish trust but hints at tacit collusion, urges city authorities to investigate and prosecute verbal price agreements. It cites past Philadelphia and New York cases under common law for price-fixing.
The article describes a long debate over defining whisky under pure food law. President Taft weighs testimony, reports, and arguments tied to Dr. Wiley and solicitor general powers. A test case may reach the Supreme Court to settle what constitutes whisky.
A clerical notice discusses the Treasury report on customs and tonnage duties across 160 districts and ports. It notes some districts incur expenses far exceeding revenue with per district costs averaging over two dollars per dollar collected, and highlights calls for consolidation and end of underperforming districts.
The piece notes Andrew Carnegie urging universal court of law for disputes and backing an international peace congress with Theodore Roosevelt as a leading figure. It compares Roosevelt’s past and present actions, praising his energy and diplomacy while noting differing opinions on his earlier policies and military stance.
Robert Collier becomes Lord Monkswell through his father’s death, joining a British peerage and aligning with the foreign office in London. The piece traces his lineage, the Monk swells’ historical role, and the wealth that secures his rank, noting his forebears’ influence in anti slavery and diplomacy.
Ewé presents two Heine poems in original translations It notes Heine born December 13 1797 in Dusseldorf and praises his wit and enduring poetry The poems include About my sweetheart's starry eyes and a sinderspiel style piece reflecting playful scenes and tender feelings The writer claims never before printed translations and describes Heine's charm and immortality in literature
A Philadelphia Record excerpt discusses last Thursday night’s factory tragedy and school drills, arguing for mandatory fire drills in all large workplaces. It contrasts panic and orderly exits with the need for military precision and safety planning to prevent future fatalities. It also recounts a restaurant anecdote about fairness to customers and ends with three polar questions from an Inquirer inquiry on Arctic observation and credibility of expert verdicts.
From Megiens's memoirs a portrait emerges of Von Buelow as lively and erratic yet capable of gentleness. He is described as intense and enthusiastic, with a volatile temper provoked by errors in execution and public displays. The text notes a mix of strong will and amiable nature despite faults.
The account describes a man whose goodness and innocence approach near perfection. His unbounded kindness humility and philanthropy are praised his delicate mouth and noble countenance are noted and his smile is constant and reassuring. Dr Hedinaia testifies to the Tashi Lama's mental alertness and surprising insight despite being kept from the wider world. The piece calls the discovery of such a personage more significant than earlier grand idle fantasies.
From the Philadelphia Press a discussion notes the common cold is many diseases caused by different germs. It rejects hardening and simple vaccines as universal cures and suggests prevention hinges on bodily conditions. in practice people rely on quinine hot lemonade nasal sprays and grandmother remedies.
A New York Evenlng Post analysis notes bishops and critics warn Oxford Cambridge universities lag in business links and student effort. Defenders say they cradle learned professions, while rivals like Birmingham and London claim broader training. The piece argues disciplinary rigor is under question worldwide.
English aristocracy backs the American born duchess as the Marlboroughs face a social rift after Duke Marlborough attends a king Edward led Garter investiture for King Manuel of Portugal. The incident ends with the duke leaving Windsor in anger and retiring to a nearby tavern, while the court circle questions his standing.
A mix of reflections on the year and social commentary. Notes on industrial accident compensation in New York, street reconstruction in Chicago, and general civic improvements. Includes short moralized bits and opinion fragments from various columns.
A collage of quotes from political figures and observers in Washington debating New York Republican disarray, Roosevelt leadership hopes, and the coming state gubernatorial scene. Col Young comments on corn prices and fashion while Cannonism and insurgent moves loom. Montana sandstone bids, strength aging, and California nominating friction add context to a broad cross-section of national concerns.
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