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Washington Post

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Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

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Feb 06, 1909

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12

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President Roosevelt urged to pursue domestic policy plans

The piece argues Roosevelt should focus on home politics rather than chasing African game. It critiques his overseas expedition, questions the value of continued hunting, and urges him to consider the needs of Americans and Senate duties instead of costly expeditions abroad.

Capt Queltroagh's Case in Tangier Charge

A court martial of Capt Godward Zeloush of the Georgia fleet concerns alleged intoxication while on duty aboard the American force at Tangier. The case hinges on medical testimony about intoxication indicators and fitness for duty, with the outcome dependent on positive evidence and the captain's present assignment and duties.

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Farmer life and the American farmer's ignorance

An opinion piece notes the American farmer's misdirected focus on birds and imagined profits from manure and compost. It laments unwise farming practices, cites the Agricultural Department, and argues the noble vocation of tilling soil is hindered by imprudent choices and ignorance among farmers.

Ohio Valley Bramble Lee Adam

Free Speech In The Senate And Clerks’ Pay Debate

A senator proposes a rule limiting references to other government branches, prompting debate on free speech and senatorial dignity. The piece also argues for higher clerks’ pay, citing rising costs and stagnant wages, urging Congress to act to improve compensation for government workers.

OLD ROME'S NEW WOMEN AND THE OPPIAN LAW

Old Rome’s feminization is explored through Livy’s account of Cato’s opposition to the Opptan law. Matrons parade through Rome, confronting husbands and magistrates as they push for repeal, then celebrate by wearing their restored finery. The tale highlights ancient gender contention and public display.

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Cape to Cairo railway shown as bridge between savagery and civilization

The article extols a Cape to Cairo railroad, recounting its vast, transformative scope from Cape Town to Khartoum. It highlights the 2,500 mile gap remaining, the swift progress from colonial efforts, and the projected economic and cultural riches and futures the line would unlock for Africa and global trade. It praises Cecil Rhodes and compares the effort to the Tower of Babel, asserting immense potential once completed. The piece also critiques later political news and public figures in a broad, period-voice column style.

Cape Cairo Africa Omaha Sacramento Cape To Cairo Mediterranean Wady Helfa Mila Dongolaland Khartoum Gordon Petis Chicago Tower of Babel Cecil Riades Napoleon South Africa Cane Town Nile

Pendulum Swing On Queens Bridge Endangers Painter

Grady Patrick, a painter, swung from a wire rope 135 feet above New York’s East Blackwell Island on the Queensboro Bridge after a rope end slipped from a timber. He grasped the line, swung over the river, but workers aided his rescue. he was uninjured though shaken, and later found his wife in Long Island City.

New York Sun Patrick Grady Queensboro Bridge Blackwella Island Grady Joop Hast Jeland Long Island City

Bayonne Seeks Volunteer Women Police For Park

Mrs Julia Goldzer campaigns in Bayonne New Jersey with Mayor Garven's approval to recruit six or seven women of means to patrol the city park one afternoon weekly They would receive police badges and authority to arrest and may wear uniforms at personal expense with one possible supplied uniform by the organizer.

Bayonne New York American Julia Goldzer N. J Garvén Tom Aisa

World Better in Missouri From the Baltimore American

Judge A H Ropes of Hannibal Mo comments on Missouri legislative race. He notes the Democratic majority could have seated its candidate for lieutenant governor but, after a fair hearing, gave the office to the Republican contestant. He praises fairness and decency within partisanship and asserts belief in square dealing and honesty.

Missouri Leutenant A. H. Ropes Hannibal Painter Gmetich

Expects Cuba to Enter Union

T J Keenan of Pittsburg, president of the American Association of the Isle of Pines, returns from Havana praising President Gomez and Cuba under the new administration. He believes the evacuation by the United States will draw the two nations closer, and that Cubans now favor annexation when admitted as a state, though not under the present presidency.

Philadelphia T. J. Keenan Pittsburg American Association of the

Diamond cut diamond via air method for steel

The Chicago Tribune outlines a new and ingenious steel cutting method using a fine jet of oxygen. Iron heated to a high temperature reacts with oxygen, producing oxides that expose fresh surfaces to attack and create a precise cut.

Chicago Tribune

Not Very Relevant From Ute

A quirky letter style item recounts a man who learned to gag to recite Peter Piper with difficulty. Friends congratulate, while he questions the effort to fit such speech into ordinary conversation. A Bohemian column mocks a teacher joke about the ark animals and fleas with derisive chatter.

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Rebuff by King Edward over Peace Worker Barclay

Sir Thomas Barclay, famed for international arbitration work, receives a strong foreign office rebuke from King Edward. The note denies any royal confidence or acquaintance, contrasting with Barclay as a private commentator. The article recalls past royal embarrassments from unofficial voices abroad and cites earlier incidents involving other figures.

Thomas Barclay United States Europe Foreign Office Edward Vienna Sir Thomas Barclay Thomas Parla England Germany International Brotherhood Alliance Alexandria Egypt Arabi Pasha William Gregory Wilfred Blunt Baward Malet Turkey Henry Norman Athens Great Britain Edwin Egerton Highly Club of London Hungary W. T. Stead Foreign’ Office

Washington Night Doctors in Local Folklore Highlight Fear

The Baltimore American reports Mr. Edward M. Hazel of the National Capital describing how many Washington Blacks and some whites fear night doctors. He compares the superstition to Night Riders and notes residents avoid streets after dark. He cites a Black nurse's routine and an elderly cook adjusting hours to avoid night dangers.

Baltimore Sue

Manic Hawaiian Leader Regains Mind After Operation

James Lane a Hawaiian revolution leader who was injured in a firefight and kept chained at his brother’s Honolulu home for twelve years regained his reason in a three day old operation. He cannot recall the 13 years since the injury and recalls events as current news. Lane will wear a steel cap to protect the exposed brain area.

Honolul New York James Lane Honolulu Chiig O'Day Chicago Lane

Twenty four minute winter swim at Coney Island

Winfred Scott Davidson of Brooklyn, a Queensborough Bridge watchman, swam in ice cold water at a Coney Island bathhouse for 24 minutes in winter. He emerged pale but healthy, saying the feat cured his nerves and made him strong. A small winter crowd watched as he searched for a body then found it was only a log.

New York Winfred Scott Davidson Fourth Avenue Brooklyn Queensborough Coney Island Coney Covey Island Davidson

Terror of Wildcat Inspires Community Vigilance

In Greenwich Cann district near Roundhill and Stanwich residents including B C Converse steel magnate Charles A Moore Benjamin Fairchild and other New Yorkers are terrorized by a wild cat whose screeches frighten farmers with loaded shotguns in use after generations. Butcher Herbert Mead was chased by the animal while transporting meat from Long Badge and barely escaped as his team ran. A hunting party may be organized with Charles A Moore Jr to lead after his record of big game hunting worldwide.

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Marines on ships rebuts editorials on sea service

Washington editorial excerpt argues Congress should restore Marines to sea duty aboard battleships and cites Navy needs for a strong, disciplined Marine presence. It notes President Roosevelt used commander in chief powers and defends Marines as a capable, well behaved force essential to fleet effectiveness. Feb. 6, Washington.

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Editor's Trials and Black Snow Mystery

An anthology of satirical verses recounts trials in distant courts and a future crime of entering the District of Columbia under a 91 B. B. Act. It contrasts Eskimo juries, a Guam acquittal, and Peary’s pole with a looming verdict. Also questions what future feats will arise as airships progress and ends with a local note on mysterious black snow in Ve nanga county.

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No Carnegie Medal for Binns in Pittsburgh Dispatch story

The Carnegie Hero Commission says it cannot award hero medals to Capt. Sealby of the Republic and Jack Binns whose gallant deeds occurred beyond the three mile limit outside the United States. The American body plans to seek association with the British Hero Commission to advance the matter.

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Pointed Paragraphs From the Chicago News

A collection of short editorialized quotes on life and success. A small boy with his first watch enjoys the moment. Plant owners praise light harvests. A woman feigning ignorance plays a deep game. Early discovery that you cannot do everything is a key to success. Start saving before marriage to save after. A self-made man may resemble clothes or a dummy from afar. People chasing prosperity are foolish. they should sit and rest.

The Chicago News

Mounted police to join Washington inaugural parade

New York press notes several men agreed to fund the $8,000 needed for 18 mounted policemen invited to Washington for the March 4 inaugural parade. Police Commissioner Bingham faced alderman opposition over an ordinance against using city property out of state but hoped any such ordinance would be suspended to let the crowd see New York’s mounted police.

New York Washington Bingham

Mandatory Whiskers Referendum Sparks Albany Stir

Former Assemblyman Cy Gale of Brooklyn wandered the capitol corridors with a bundle of bills aimed at reform and entertainment enterprises. He quipped that the legislature should pass a bill to fence New York City, set an 8 pm curfew, and require every man to wear whiskers.

Albany Wera Cy Gale Brooklyn Capitol New York City

Fragmented OCR Notes on Baseball and Advice Columns

A collage of fragmented notes from multiple papers discussing baseball magnates, writing about national game play, and various advice lines. Mentions revolver safety guidance and historical pretzel claims, with snippets from Cleveland Plain dealer St. Louis Post-Dispatch and Omaha Bee.

Cleveland Plain Center St. Louis Post

Reflections Of A Bachelor A Sane Love Letter

A fragmented reflection on love and judgment urges restraint in guiding others. The piece argues virtue is unseen until tested and notes people often outpace leaders into temptation. It warns that schemes rarely profit the investor, benefiting those who promote them.

New York Press

Ohio Politician Fusion Talk Shapes Senate Battle

A Steubenville Herald-Ster editor notes rumors of a Foraker Burton fusion to defeat rivals, predicting Foraker could emerge as the main obstacle to Burton and Taft in next year’s races. Other reflections cover Harmon’s reelection bid and Ohio GOP hopes amid a shifting political scene.

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