Haiti Intervention Question Raises U S Debate
The Washington Post comments on framing Haiti policy and Santo Domingo's finances under U.S. protection. It argues the Monroe Doctrine justifies action in Haiti, drawing parallels with 1903 Santo Domingo intervention and urging consistent responsibility across the Caribbean. The piece critiques Mr. Steffens, a reformer visiting Washington, and contrasts reform rhetoric with practical, steady change.
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Haiti
Italy
Santo Domingo
Criries
Hati
Colton
Cohen
Venezuela
Guatemala
Colombia
Honduras
Caragua
Heaven Knows What
Senate
Caucus Conscience in the Senate Debate Recalled
A historical reflection on caucuses and conference meetings in the Senate, their political aims, private nature, and the tension between majority discipline and individual duty. The piece recalls Senator Athens of Rhode Island and a Wednesday debate between Senators Patterson and Bailey on conscience versus party edicts.
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Senate
Benates
Cauens
Patterson
Bailey
Goth
Statehood amendment seeks direct vote on Arizona New Mexico union
Senator Koraker promotes a square deal allowing a twelfth Tuesday after approval for a special election in each Territory to decide if Arizona and New Mexico should unite as one state. If both vote yes, statehood provisions proceed. if either votes no, the bill dies. The measure aims to reveal public will on joint statehood.
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Koraker
Arizona
New Mexico
United States
Henry F. Ashurst
Raleigh
Armaona
Cifert
Ennion
Ouxpense
Enmieavor
Messino
Reddit
Roosevelt
Two Letters on War Aids and Historic Alliances
The Post receives a question about whether the country could win a war unaided by allies. The author cites aid from France in the American Revolution, mentions Lafayette Square statues, and recalls 1812 15 and Lake Erie victories. The piece sketches allied and domestic factors shaping victory and underscores caution about national memory.
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France
Lafayette Square
John Adams
George Washington
Perry
Lake Erie
Jackson
Pakenham
New Orleans
Anna Gould’s Expiation and a Wary View of Castigliane
The piece reflects on wars and British actions in historical spots then shifts to Count Boni Castellane and Anna Gould. It argues Castellane declined a $40,000 per year separation pension, mocks his wealth, and critiques American heiresses marrying foreign nobles. The tone is genteel yet scornful, ending with sympathy for Gould.
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Anna Gould
Boni Castellano
Fether
Miss Gould
Count Boni
Castellane
Jerome
New York
Lfe Insurance
Panama Canal
The Post's Professorship of the Drama
The Post endorses a university trained drama professorship proposed with support from Mr. Sothern and Miss Marlowe. A two year course exploring drama from Grecian to modern times could elevate acting quality, ethics, and public appraisal, with broad professional backing to launch soon.
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Post
Mgr. Sothern
Marlowe
Richard A. McCurdy
New York Life Insurance Company
Paris
Chaotic Political and Social Commentary Recap
A broad survey of early 20th century concerns includes Castro’s potential actions, Dem party unity urged by George Foster Peabody, and talks of an American colony in Africa. The piece notes coal strikes, Hepburn rate debates, Haiti debt, Arkansas post offices closures, and various figures like Senator Patterson Senator Tillman Col. Swope and John Wesley Gaines.
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George Foster Peabody
Patterson
Mats
J Hamilton Lewis barred from federal court entrance
An amused Chicago scene describes J Hamilton Lewis, Chicago corporation counsel and former congressman, being barred at the entrance of the U S District Court in the federal building. A deputy U S marshal blocks entry until identification is verified, with Wilkie and others observing in the courtroom.
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Chicago
Inter Ocean
United States District Court
Federal
J. Hamilton Lewis
Cal. Lewis
Secret Service
Hall of Jusice
United States
Col. Lewis
Newmarket
United States Marshal
Bron Matter
Middle West
Corporation
Protector of Justice
Guardian of the Peace
Circle of the Fortunates
Dess
Secret Service Bureau
Wilkie
Stork as Congress Candidate in Mayor Beall Plan
In a candid, satirical interview from the St Louis Post-Dispatch, Alton Mayor Edmund Beall pitches a controversial bid for Congress. He proposes a "The Btorks" society for fathers, rejects the bald eagle, and muses on Roosevelt and Fairbanks tickets while hinting at immigration- and parentage related policy ideas.
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St. Louis Post-Dispatch
Edmund Beall
Alton
Congress
Beall
Btorks
Mr. Roosevelt
Roosevelt
Fairbanks
Chicago
United States
A Brave Man's Fight for John Temple Graves
The New York American extols John Temple Graves as a courageous Georgia Senate candidate. He is praised for independence from corporations, willingness to face opposition, and dedication to representing the people despite corporate hostility. The piece urges broader adoption of his populist fight in the Union.
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Tillmnan
West Virginia
Senator Elkins
South Carolina
Florida
Georgia
John Findlay Wallace
Taft
New York American
John Temple Graves
United States
Graves
Senate
Mr. Graves
Mgr
New York
Scotty Eclipsed as New York Youth Scams Los Angeles
Los Angeles crowds witnessed Oscar Hart a young New Yorker distribute violets and champagne to patrons after tearing a hundred dollar bill, then incited a riot before fleeing to Venice. Officials note he squandered over ten thousand dollars in about one hour on the streets here.
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Los Angeles
Cincinnati Enquirer
Scotty
Death Valley
Oscar Hart
Flower Department
Venice
Hart
Edison
Long Island
Jie
Coney Island
Soit
Baltimore
Sharpe
New York
Atlantic City
Nantucket
New York City
Bootblack's estimate crowns Folk as finest lecturer
A bootblack at an Illinois Chautauqua declared Gov Folk the best lecturer after earning 6.25 dollars that day. The Lexington Dispatch notes Senator J W Bailey has expanded Fayette County land by 204 acres on Versailles Pike for 40300 dollars, bringing total holdings to 6060 acres, with plans to breed trotting horses.
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Lippincott's
Bootblack
Gov. Folk
Lexington
J. W. Bailey
Fayette County
Versailles Pike
Bailey
Pointed Paragraphs From The Chicago News
A clipped prose of aphorisms and social maxims humorous and caustic. It mocks vanity hypocrisy perfidy and human foibles with wry judgments on luck fate laziness and fear while hinting at practical city life and moral character.
Banker Morse Turns to Steamship Transportation
A Philadelphia Press report sketches Charles W Morse shifting from banking to steamship ventures. It notes Morse’s empire of banks, his purchase of the Clyde Line and Maine Steamship, and hints at rivals like Gen Sam Thomas and Edison linked to coastal transport and real estate schemes. It contrasts Morse with Thomas and recalls Commodore Vanderbilt’s era of rail and steam.
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Philadelphia Press
Washington Post
New York
Charles W. Morse
BR. Thomas
Mr. Morse
Mr. Thomas
Gen
Sam Thomas
Thomas
George Gould
Clarence W. Mackay
Salem H. Wales
Mr. Root
Morse
Mr. Wales
Thomas Acton
United States
Wales
New York City
Hudson
Maine
Ula City
Clyde Steamship Line
American Coastline Steamship Corporation
Maine Steamship Line
Portland
Boston
Commodore Vanderbilt
Commodore
Daniel Brew
Nnance
Voliva Named Deputy General Overseer of Zion City
Chicago correspondent reports Wilbur Voliva chosen as first deputy general overseer for Zion City and worldwide church administration. The appointment, announced by Jed V. Harnes, follows Dowie’s death and grants Voliva control over church affairs from his arrival at Zion City. Voliva born in Newtown Indiana. longtime church organizer and elder who led projects in Australia before returning.
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Chicago
Cineinnati
Deavie
Shilsh
Zion City
John Amlurander
Voliva
Melbourne
Famal
San Pranding
Soren Tas
Brdebay
Alon
New York
Balodti
Catadle
Ima
Australia
Notable Visitors Share Lively Washington Lobby Talk
In the Riggs House lobby Col George A Knight of San Francisco delivered remarks praising Washington during Congress, lamenting altered place names and praising the nation's capital. Additional comments touched on President Roosevelt, 1908 prospects, and Arizona statehood, with remarks from Harvey D Goulder and others about shipbuilding and overseas markets.
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George A. Knight
San Francisco
Pacific Coast
Washington
Riggs House
Europe
Congress
Ilmish
Francisca
Alameda
Sacramento
Sierra
Mendocino
Los Angeles
San Tuls Ovspo
West
Hearst
World voyage for London by bridal tour aboard yacht
New York Herald reports Jack London plans a lengthy global voyage aboard a self built yacht beginning next fall. He will captain the craft with three sailors and a cabin boy. Eames, London’s bride’s uncle, oversees construction and may join. Derby Neck Library withdraws London titles accusing him of anarchist aims.
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New York Herald
Jack Londen
Oaklone
Art
Worme
Eames
London
Derby Neck
Coun
Lorary
Shursday
Jack London
Lay
Weather Whims and Winter Tales From The Street
A fragmented poem excerpt discusses shifting weather from snow to sun and the small joys and frights of daily life. It mixes humorous observations on clothing, birds, and chores with satirical asides about social manners and relationships, reflecting light local color and era voice.
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