Subscription rates and offices of The Washington Post in 1906
The Washington Post lists subscription terms for the Daily and Sunday editions, delivery areas Washington and Alexandria, and weekly/monthly prices. It notes remittance methods and identifies New York Chicago offices and managers. The piece includes commentary on constitutional powers over foreign relations, groundhog forecasts, and Square Deal philosophy with references to Slocum tragedy coverage and party platforms.
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World News Briefs from a Turbulent Era
A jumble of international and domestic notes on unrest, diplomacy, and scandal. References include Panama fires, Morocco’s conference, Venezuela and Castro, Japan and England, U S Congress passes passes, and notable figures like Poultney Bigelow and Judge Deuel.
100 Miles An Hour By Boat
New York Times reports Herbert A Rider unveils a propulsion system using a water filled fore and aft pipe and a vaporized kerosene explosion mechanism to drive boats at extraordinary speeds. The device aims for 100 mph with multiple cylinders and adjustable pressure, with a model shown in New York and patents filed by ex-Alderman Jacob C Wend.
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Honors for Old Couple at Pettus Golden Anniversary
A New York Sun item notes the approaching sixty third wedding anniversary of Senator and Mrs. Pettus of Alabama. The National Capitol event will celebrate the couple with Mrs Pettus described as the oldest matron in official circles. Her life story recounts humble beginnings and self made bridal preparations, including gown materials woven by slaves.
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Five Rich Men on Jury in Chicago Trial
Five Chicago billionaires were sworn as jurors in a United States District Court criminal case before Judge Landis. They include Honore Palmer of East Chicago Co, Hames MacVeagh son of Franklin MacVeagh, Augustus N. Eddy manufacturer, Stanley Field of Marshall Field & Co, and George E. Cole of George E B Cole & Co. Their presence highlights prominent local business influence on the trial.
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East Chicago Company
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Franklin MacVeagh
Augustus N. Eddy
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Marshall Field & Co
Fragmented exchange from Mexican Herald humor column
A humorous dialogue in the Mexican Herald features Mr Cassey’s death and a playful misreading of bequeathal. Charles recalls the Orphanatory bequest while Juan notes a noble act. The pun about a pet sheep and bas relief appears as a quip about relief from a tragedy.
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Envoys in New York Look Like A Parade Of Imperial Garb
The Chinese commission arrived in heavy baggage at the Fifth Avenue Hotel, with 486 pieces labeled H I M Special Mission and 300 not wanted. Princes Tai Hung Ni and Tuan Fang aroused attention with differing rank, while officials explained garb and hierarchy amid a busy, crowded reception.
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Washington Today in Society and News Bits
Washington society is a puzzle with inner and outer circles, smart hosts, and endless dinners from the White House through fashionable circles. Modjeska plans retirement after her April tour, and steel corp shows 1903 to 1905 earnings, with a mountain home sale to Leopold Moss looming.
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Reflections of a Bachelor on Weddings and Funerals
A fragmented vignette contrasts women at weddings and funerals, notes on aging and attire, and the difficulty for a bachelor to manage finances and allowances. Sparse lines hint at gender expectations, change, and social norms.
Problems in adjusting the nation's currency system
New York February 2 special to the Washington Post describes a chamber of commerce discussion with a visiting imperial Chinese commission. The piece reviews a banking and currency report by five New York bankers led by Joan Harson Rhoades and notes the political obstacles to reform. It cites Secretary Shaw and Schiff, urging a national commission to study currency issues and warning that the current system hampers U.S. financial leadership.
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Pitching Into Public Men as a Magazine Industry
The New York Sun critiques the rise of professional exposers in journalism led by figures like Lincoln Steffens. It argues they misrepresent Congress, confuse familiarity with truth, and rely on impulsiveness and ignorance while praising the steady, diligent work of Congress and its committees.
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Two Miles A Minute and Other Quips from Newspapers
A collage of snipped quotes and riffs on politics and manners. The verse mocks pace and romance comparing speed of birds to human folly while editorials discuss direct nominations by popular vote and primaries. Includes lines from the New York World and Chicago News.
Missouri Folk Named as Democratic Presidential Hopeful
A Chicago Willard gathering reveals strong support for Gov Joseph W Folk of Missouri as the Democratic candidate in 1908. Speakers praise Folk’s anti graft record as governor and his stand on public integrity, framing him as a unifying figure for West and South in the coming campaign.
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