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Cheap Talk About Whipping Posts in February 1906
A 1906 newspaper column rebuts opposition to Representative Adams' proposal to punish wife-beaters with the lash. It argues the issue mirrors broader capital punishment debates, noting society tolerates harsher penalties for murderers and burglars while condemning the whipping post. The piece defends Adams and condemns cheap criticism.
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Thoughtful Ten
One Route to Havana with Pullman Cars Probed
An editorial note mocks a plan to run Jersey City to Havana by Pullman cars via bridges and ferries, praising the current Tampa or Miami stopover for refreshment and comfort. It argues the proposed nonstop trip would be luxurious folly, urging travelers to enjoy steamship comfort after a tiring rail leg.
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Through route to Havana and the Subvention Debate
The piece argues that a through voyage by steamer is preferable to a Pullman journey, praising a comfortable open deck and a clean shirt. It then critiques the Subvention Subsidy Bill, noting U S Senate positions on the merchant marine, arguing cheaper foreign ships dominate, and that government subsidies would shift tax money to shipbuilding, harming farmers and workers.
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Debating Right of Appeal in Rail Rate Legislation
A political column weighs implied versus expressed rights of appeal in Congresss railroad rate and rebate debates. It contrasts Senators Lodge Foraker D sentences with Roosevelt, calls for split bills on rebates and exorbitant rates, critiques federalism limits, and urges a single wise law to depoliticize the rail issue for the nation.
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Two Ways to Do Wrong in Treaties Policy Debate
The New York Sun warns that requiring the minority to obey a two thirds caucus vote on the Santo Domingo treaty threatens the constitutional provision that one third plus one can block a treaty. The Post joins in condemning party coercion to defeat treaties, while noting the need to condemn the tactic yet not the treaty itself.
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Political debate on Santo Domingo treaty and constitutional methods
The article critiques using joint resolutions to approve or bypass constitutional means in Santo Domingo and attacks Democratic caucus tactics. It contrasts party leaders and history, arguing constitutional boundaries must guide foreign policy and warning against expedient bargains by Congress.
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McCall’s Legacy at New York Life Praised by Insiders
Long column lauds John A. McCall for leading the New York Life, noting his mistakes yet arguing his governance outweighed faults. Orr, temporary successor, says trustees regret losing him. prediction that McCall would be renominated and reelected if a vote were held in April.
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Moments That Stand Out by Henry Orange
A reflective essay notes that the moments standing out in life are those when love informs spirit and actions, suggesting a lasting impact from moments shaped by compassion, generosity, and meaningful connections.
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Queer Marquise de Belheuf and Royal Lineage Explored
A lengthy portrait of the Marquise de Belheuf, her eccentricities, lineage from Hortense and Russia, and her upbringing by a self centered mother. The piece notes her education, guardianship by trustees, and connections to Deauville, Madrid, and the Romanoff Troubetskois. It also touches on the archduke Leopold and the Vienna actress in exile, plus courtly intrigue and dynastic ties.
Final downfall of John A. McCall over New York Life case
A Washington Post special reports John A. McCall’s resignation as head of New York Life after the Fowler committee findings. The collapse follows disclosure of Hamilton disbursements and alleged campaign contributions, wrecking McCall’s fortune and prompting his surrender of life policies to cash values.
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A. D. Barber
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Literary Failure Ends in Death by Gas at San Francisco Motel
Cameron Owens, 22, a would be writer, locked himself in a Occidental Motel room, stuffed door edges with cotton, and turned on gas after failing to gain literary fame. His body was found in bed as dawn broke, with a towel note reading I burned my bridges behind me. He left no suicide note beyond the towel inscription. His family, unaware of his despair, mourns a son who hid his struggles with rejection from them.
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Pointed Paragraphs From the Chicago News
A collection of aphoristic lines on human nature and marriage discussing envy, longevity of actors, politics, marital talkativeness, love lost, rumors about husbands, and a woman's views after being widowed. The piece reflects humorous, cynical observations typical of newspaper short fillers.
Noted frontier figures recalled in Arlington hotel chat
In the Arlington lobby, Montanan P. Thomas recalls old frontier desperadoes and legends like Wild Bill Hickok Doc Halliday Luke Short Bat Masterson and Bill Cody. He describes their daring and quick draws and notes Hickok was killed after taking risks at the table. The conversation shifts to political speculation about party leaders and potential candidates with mentions of Senator Pettigrew and Cincinnati figures Juden Fleischmann Longworth and others.
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Odd Hints From Presw on Future Housekeepers
New York society circles anticipate Miss Hildegarde McKenna becoming Mrs John L Pultz soon. At a luncheon guests explored a mystery package revealing a model kitchen, all modern can goods and appliances, meant to adorn her future Vers Paris home. Mrs Don Cameron hosted with favors of miniature household tools and ribbons, to be placed in a cabinet for friends when she settles in the city.
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Hildegarde aicKenna
John L. Pultz
Paris
Don Cameron
Mise M.— Menna
Oblique Fragments From a Nonsense Dialogue
A fragmented excerpt from a New York World piece shows tangled phrases about a wedding dress and perceptions of beauty. Dialogue hints at objects and objects of desire, with disjointed remarks on color hair and printing. The passage ends with a harsh line about natives and revelry in death.
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Reflections of a Bachelor From the New York Press
A satirical sketch on male vows and public disapproval of gossip. It notes the sting of judgment when a man ends a relationship and the social hazards of red hair being passed to children. The piece mocks charitable subscription pressure and stock market complaints.
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