Washington Post Subscriptions and Civil War Era Notices
The notice details subscription rates for The Daily and Sunday editions in Washington and Alexandria, including prices and payment methods. It also includes a column of editorial fragments from the Springfield Republican criticizing American policy on China and a lengthy wedding feature for Alice Roosevelt and Nicholas Langworth. It discusses political figures like Taft, Bryan, Williams, and references to the Philippines, War Department, and public notice tone.
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Cartiers
Washington
Alexandria
Col Bryan and the Filipinos
Col Bryan faces criticism over his leadership and rhetoric while Bryan's role in the Democratic Party is examined. The piece argues his influence produced controversy, costly politics, and limited achievements, portraying his stance as political theater rather than principled governance.
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Col. Bryan
Cungress
Wedn
Wiliam Jennings
Mr Bryan
Jehan Wilkes
Denis Kearney
Siliatiern
New York
Nibevnan
New England
Cone
South
Delaware
West Virginia
Missouri
Congress
Senate
Connecticut
New Pee
Indiana
Illinois
Wissonsin
Pourty Ie Mer
Bryan
Mitryan
Pin Setuuen
Hepaldican Party
Mr. Bryan
Troy
Victim or Sinner in John A McCall Case
A historical article portrays John A McCall as a victim of circumstance and epoch rather than a pure transgressor. It links his dealings with Andy Hamilton to widespread political and corporate corruption, describing insurance lobby influence across states and the ethical cost on public life.
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John A. McCall
McCall
Andy Hamilton
Hamilton
Conion
Jay Aald
Corporation
Jack Cades
Cates
Fresani
Joseph H.anate
Insurancs
Generu
Cus
Paradoxical rise in demand for free libraries
The text argues that despite a decline in the perceived necessity for free libraries since the advent of printing, demand for them has strongly increased. It notes historical scarcity of books, magazines, and newspapers versus today's abundance and low prices, suggesting free libraries remain essential for access to literature and knowledge.
Free libraries and railways shape growing needs
The piece argues free libraries remain essential despite more printed works, while railway expansion and lower freight rates drive demand for canals to parallel rail routes. It notes a House debate on fortifications in the Philippines, favoring Subic Bay location for a naval station and a possible donor to future independence.
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House of Representatives
Philippines
Philippine Islands
Manila Bay
Subig Bay
Manila
Cavite
United States
Shubig Bay
Admiral Dewey
Olongapo
Subic Bay
Atlantic Ocean
Williams
Woader
Spain
Atlantic
Archipelago
Gulf
United States Porliament
Mr. Williams
AG Agai
Great Dry Dock
Two Ways Of Viewing China Crisis For American Menace
Editorial weighs two perspectives on China emergency. One urges a strong military response, sending troops and fleets to Pekin to protect American lives and interests, while the other favors recalling expatriates and avoiding war. The piece contrasts martial zeal with cautious duty.
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China
War Department
Troe
Manila
Pekin
Wingdon
Rupert
Bobadie
Godfrey de Bouillon
Worth Coming After and Lost Rockefeller Cash
A World item reports a $7 080 251 cash and securities left for John D Rockefeller at 26 Broadway, NY. A Standard Oil dividend of $1 750 730 is noted. Rockefeller reportedly absent. A Standard official says Rockefeller can claim the funds anytime. The piece also includes poems and humorous bits from the Chicago and city sheets.
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New York World
Brandwe
Broadway
New York
Standard Oil Company
John D. Rockefeller
Standard Stock
Mr. Rockefeller
Rockefeller
Too Small from the Chicago News
A brief Chicago item notes a writer insisting the hero grew tired waiting for a girl, while a friend argues realism shows him unable to yawn or stretch in a flat, prompting a humorous exchange about space and actions.
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The
Chicago News
Interest Aroused in Foreboding Romance Dialog
A clipped dramatic exchange unfolds with a pursed note of danger. A man declares love and a life insurance of 325000 as a grim pledge while the woman remains coolly defiant, insisting till death. The passages suggest a tense melodrama with themes of loyalty and peril.
Swedish Prince Eugene to wed actress and opera singer
The Swedish Prince Eugene, heir to the throne by renunciation, is to marry Mlle Graefe, a Swedish actress and opera singer who spends much time in Paris. He has lived in Berlin, known as the Red Prince, and has supported a life of art and democratic ideals. His brother Oscar once renounced royal rights to marry a maid. the family influences temperance work and public religious acts.
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White House
Alice Roosevelt
Nicholas Langworth
Prince Eugene
Sweden
Mlle. Graefe
Paris
Oscar
Berlin
Thiergarten
Nerida
Bjork
Lilijefors
Walander
Munich
Stockholm
Eugene Oscarson
Gerome Julien
Puyis de Chavannes
Gervex
Bonnat
Pee Ey
Hig Skil
Red Prince
Chicago
St. Louis
Charles XV
Svenska Landskaps
Eugene
Ebba Munk
Prince Bernadotte
Count Wisborg
Granchduke
Luxemburg
Salvation Toavyement
Scandinavia
Temperance Society
Denmark
Fan
Marseilles
House of Bernadotte
Oscarson
Perh Pglin
Reflections of a Bachelor From the New York Press
Fragmentary reflections discuss social manners and dating in a quirky tone. The speaker muses on women’s supposed circles, honesty tied to money, and the awkwardness of inviting men to drink. The text reveals humorous, uneven observations about love and social expectations.
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New York
Syma
Lola
Iris
Irl
Reasons for Higher Interest Rate on New York Bonds
New York financiers travel for vacations while still pursuing large underwritings. The city offered 4 per cent bonds at par, higher than since 1881, with bids averaging small premiums. Comptroller Metz aimed for lower real interest. some fear municipal policy shifts and rising capital demand affect bond pricing. France may buy into the issue, while British and continental banks are less central than in the past.
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Philadelphia Press
New York
Washington Post
Europe
Mr. Stillman
Mr. Morgan
Vanderbilt
Schiff
Orient
New York City
Metz
Mantle
Vis
Eft
Eii
Uber
Mr. St Jman
Mulibus
France
United States
Great Britain
Continent
McCall
New York Life Management
Legislative Investigating Committee
New York Life
Jerome
Supreme Court
Paul Morton
Weather Skims Kansas as Frost Fades to Springtime Bustle
A brisk Kansas weather scene unfolds with frost lingering yet a bustling town mood returns. Vivid scenes describe merchants and shoppers embracing spring remainders, while poetical musings and a Morgan copyright piece mix with heartfelt couplets and advice on honesty and adversity.
Politicians Stir Hawkeye State in Looming Campaign Year
In Des Moines lobbies and hotels, Democratic and Republican figures debate Gov. Cummins seven-year term and a proposed primary. Discussions loom on dispensary reform, state control, and a possible national outlook for President Hoover era prospects. Local editors, congressmen, and governors weigh campaign strategies and the future leadership of Iowa as 1920s political currents swirl.
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Late Young
Des Moines
Lington
Mgr
Young Chase
Washington
Lonawerk Roosevelt
Hawkeye
Cummmus
Des Moine
Howeargely
Perkins
Soux City Journal
Aing Amd
Herriot
Wall Bradhied
Taya
Ty Dev
Cummins
Anenness
Dna Wien
Lowa
Dembernts
Lorimer
Sima
Boston man sends a snake wedding gift to Miss Roosevelt
A Boston man who has sent a snake as a wedding present to Miss Roosevelt features in a quirky note from The New York Tribune. Culture coverage hints at the unusual gift and its social fallout.
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Boston
New York
Pribune
Misa Roosevelt
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