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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1909
Page
38
A Washington Post excerpt outlines subscription options and delivery terms, then pivots to a colonial era essay debating wealth and art. It cites a letter from Charles V to Titian, discusses Renaissance paintings and the value of art in humble homes, and remarks on European poverty and taste, ending with postal address notes for The Washington Post.
The editor argues for a strong, prudent Secretary to oversee national affairs. The piece praises broad conservative leadership, warns against factionalism, and contends the secretary must act with practical wisdom, resilience, and a high sense of public duty in guiding government through emergencies. It defends constitutional principles and national unity.
The article details a European royal quarrel culminating in the Grand Duchess of Oldenburg being committed to a sanitarium near Constance. It notes strains between the Grand Duke and Grand Duchess over regency terms, opposition from ministers and parliament, and a broader context of court crises and constitutional tension. It also mentions a new domestic science organization promoting pure food, nutrition education, and public health enforcement.
A chaotic courtroom display in New Rochelle features a cockpit setup to demonstrate bird fighting for a case against Paul K Kohn. Jurors hear details of birds, spurs and suitcases used to transport fighters as the trial ends with no verdict and a fine.
Dr Persifor Frazer Philadelphia handwriting expert was barred as a witness in the State vs Joan Meirs misdemeanor case after declining to take an oath. Judge Relistab excused him, noting thirty years as a chirography expert and his uncertainty about God. The testimony aimed to link a disputed letter to Meirs.
A preacher in the ring officiated as the first event of four prize fights Thursday night between Buckles and Hansen, Western fighters, with Rev F R Wedge delivering a fifteen minute sermon on self discipline and protection of the weak before fans applauded the bout. A report also notes pneumonia deaths in Montvale with Mrs Helen Gontsch of Cleveland, and suggests a sensational cause involving a Chicago News letter. medical hopes for the boy Sentach Jr. linger.
A bubbling report from Europe notes a strange harvest of relics and artworks unearthed from villages and churches. Priceless Gobelin tapestry, a Durer curtain, a Florentine vase, and 43 Veils of Filan emerge from unlikely places, thrilling collectors while prompting quiet caution over value.
New York Times reports Pittshurg and American firms boasting superior high speed steel tools. M. Flannery of American Vanadium Company will demonstrate in New York that U S steel tests push past British and German steel, claiming extraordinary cutting ability and heat resistance, including cutting 1,200 axles before failing.
A New York Herald feature announces a new club dedicated to scientific housekeeping education. The effort aims to teach modern domestic science practices to readers and promote efficient household management through organized instruction and demonstrations.
The United States plans a commission to study Liberia’s troubles, signaling a warning to Europe to refrain from intervention. Congress may fund $20,000 for this mission as debates unfold about Liberia’s independence and potential threats of absorption by foreign powers. The piece traces U.S. interest dating back to 1820s and Liberia’s unique ties to America.
A German grand duke faces criticism for secretly sending his wife to an asylum outside Oldenburg. The process bypassed courts and laws, relying on a private family council led by the sovereign. Critics urge judicial or legislative action to shield the duchess and curb autocratic powers amid international attention.
A garbled historical snippet recounts a Highland minister asking a parent if they are spiritually prepared for baptism, with disjointed dialogue about ham, whisky, and odd interruptions as the tale unfolds. The fragment hints at a humorous or satirical scene involving local figures and a shepherd’s house.
The Pettimore American reports funeral goods makers face slower demand amid recession tones. A Cincinnati dealer notes economy forces families to skip costly burial styles while cremation remains cheapest, though bronze and mahogany caskets still draw high prices. A general decline in deaths nationwide due to better hygiene also affects sales.
In New York, Ernest G Stevens, a lawyer suing Edwin B Smith Melvin Brown and Stephen G Clarke for ten dollars, acted as his own counsel and then as witness. He questioned himself on Currie related facts, produced memoranda, and finally the judge adjourned the case after Stevens relieved himself from the stand.
New regulations for Japanese horse racing restrict races to clubs formed under law, require biannual racing, cap racing days, and enable partial subsidies for race expenses. Authorities may halt races for irregularity or public-morals concerns. enforcement central to keeping order.
Bishop Charles F Anderson urged Browning Club members to back women’s suffrage in a Thursday address. He argued women spend afternoons gathering ideas in meetings while men attend ball games or circuses, and called for equal voting rights to reflect that engagement.
In remarks at the New Willard in Washington, Mayor Brand Whitlock argues for replacing the local commission with a federal style government for Washington. He cites Cleveland as an example and praises the people’s power to remove leaders, while noting Ohio debates on city charters and primary reform.
A collection of aphoristic lines criticizes lacking sense in men and poets who mislead with appearances. It extols a levelheaded cook who stays calm, notes the futility of generalizing about men, and counsels that frowns worsen wrinkles while smiles improve poise.
A satirical piece on male vanity and social pretensions. It jokes that a man’s shame stems from having nothing to boast about and notes how vanity leads to foolish swindles, while a wife’s view of her husband hinges on his regard for their children.
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