Washington Post 1906 subscription rates and Algeciras column
The Washington Post outlines subscription terms for daily and Sunday editions with prepaid postage options, multiple geographic delivery areas, and annual or monthly plans. The paper also comments on the Algeciras Conference and praises Ambassador White, then discusses the British public house trust movement and its temperance aims, outlining Gothenburg system origins, governance, and a modern reform approach with inspections and nonalcoholic offerings.
Public schools and the Boston whipping inquiry
The piece critiques the Solomonic theory of government in Boston public schools and condemns corporal punishment. It cites 4,546 pupil floggings in four months at Quincy and 734 primary lashings, arguing such methods harm both students and teachers and urging humane, moral governance.
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The Sun as a Readjuster in Santo Domingo Policy
The Post notes the New York Sun’s shifting stance on Santo Domingo, tracing its move from advocating a joint resolution to defend administration aims to a cautious readjustment. It questions what concrete objectives the Sun now supports and whether it truly endorses intervention or merely hopes for abstract policy.
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The Coal Strike Threat and Public Opinion
The article warns of a potential April coal strike led by John Mitchell affecting over 500,000 miners and costing billions daily. It stresses public opinion as a check on both capital and labor, urges restraint, and notes past hardships from 1902. It also discusses writers and other varied items in a period-tinged column.
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Recall Eitiunm
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Various Brass Hats and Bald Faces From a Busy Year
A string of brisk items notes political maneuvering around a railroad rate bill and Senate control, stock markets in New York and Philadelphia, and a parade of colorful personalities. Count Boni, Poultney Bigelow, and Jeromes figure in later headlines along with divorce limits in Rhode Island and a Countess saga in Washington. A Chihuahua of humor follows with a boy earning a raise after quipping about his height, and a Mexican cure for rheumatism ends with a punchy slice of hotel anecdote and champagne.
Fire Devastates Mrs Muldoon's Parlor In Brooklyn Life
An accidental blaze wiped out Mrs. Muldoon's small parlor. An insurance agent scoffed at valuing damaged property, while Agnes Rippner lamented salvation for Father Finegan and Sister Rose. The piece ends with a wry note on group temperaments.
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Pointed Paragraphs From the Chicago News
A collection of aphoristic musings on luck, virtue, and personal growth from Chicago readers. The short pieces comment on wealth and happiness, honesty, pride, and aspiration, urging upright character and upward thinking as keys to progress.
What Keeps King Edward Busy in a Day’s Work
In a London audience with Church Army leaders, King Edward described a 12 hour day and constant signing of government and foreign affairs papers. The monarch reads and signs thousands of documents daily, meets officials, envoys, artists, and scientists, and coordinates royal duties from dawn till night. His role demands maintaining energy, attention, and a perpetual cordial demeanor amid heavy responsibilities.
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Nick Longworth Aims for Congress Says Fleischmann
Julius Fleischmann declares Nicholas Longworth will seek renomination as Representative from the first district. He dismisses talk of a foreign mission and governors race, stressing Longworth wants to return to Congress as Nick Longworth, not as President Roosevelt’s son-in-law. Fleischmann cites Longworth’s democratic, plain-spoken character and broader support in Cincinnati, while noting Longworth’s focus on legislative duties.
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Revival of ethics in business and politics across the nation
An editorial in the March Century argues that public opinion remains high and ethics are reviving amid exposure of wrongdoings in business and politics. It cites insurance scandals as catalysts prompting self scrutiny and higher standards, while warning judges against judicial demagogy. The Cleveland Leader quips that rain falls on the just and the unjust, noting the theft of umbrellas by the latter.
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Reflections of a Bachelor from the New York Press
A humorous column notes a bachelor’s quick temper after his children give advice. It mocks women’s brains as rarely exposing flaws and jokes that women never see themselves as fat when another is fatter. It comments on trust and a gout complaint.
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Pattison Mind Declared Sound by His Doctor
Special to The Washington Post from Columbus Ohio February 22 1900 Gov John M Pattison has been officially declared mentally sound by his physician Dr E J Wilson The statement denies rumors of Brights disease or lung trouble and confirms the governor can sign official documents He is steadily regaining health and able to perform duties at home
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Barnes May Succeed Odell As New York Chairman
New York politicians expect Albany conference next week to name a State committee chairman to replace L. B. Odell Jr. William Barnes Jr. of Albany leads the executive committee push with President believed to back him. William L. Ward of Westchester reportedly spoke in Barnes favor. President favored John L. Matt of Oswego.
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L. B. Odell, Jr
William Barnes, Jr
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William L. Ward
Westchester
John L. Matt
Oswego
Dartmouth President Denies Governor Candidacy
Hanover New Hampshire February 22 President Tucker of Dartmouth College issues a clear statement ending talk of his running for governor He notes a one line postscript that asked no further mention of his name and he states under no conditions could he be a candidate for New Hampshire governor
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New Hampshire
Garfield III at Chicago Adjourns Packers Case
Chicago February 22 hearing in the packers case was adjourned due to the illness of Commissioner of Corporations Garfield who was to testify today. The judge intended to proceed but Garfield notified he could not attend. the illness is not serious and he will appear tomorrow.
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China Pays Indemnity After Amoy Mission Attacks
The Chinese government punished officials involved in the February 8 mob attack on the British, American, and Roman Catholic mission buildings at Chanepu near Amoy. It also paid an indemnity to the affected parties as reported by The Washington Post.
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Reception at Tokyo for Washington's Birthday marked by notable arrivals
Washington's Birthday observance in Tokyo was hosted by Mrs. Huntington Wilson with the American Legation, drawing the American colony and Japanese graduates. Prince Arthur of Connaught and Admiral Togo surprised attendees by appearing, after a shortened Yokosuka visit. Ambassador White attended from Rome, hosting events in Naples and Algeciras with Mrs. White.
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Pope Blesses American Tars In Vatican Audience
A large Brooklyn delegation plus eighty bluejackets and officers were received by the Pope in the consistorial hall. The Pontiff thanked them for the visit, urged them to be good Christians and to defend the American flag, and blessed and distributed silver medals. The party planned to stay another day for sightseeing.
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Russo-Chinese deadlock in Manchuria talks at Pekin
In Pekin on February 22 the Russo-Chinese negotiations stall with neither side yielding. Russia seeks privileges in Manchuria equal to Japan, while China will not grant those terms nor the trading concessions Russia demands. No compromise appears likely.
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Dowager Queen Margherita Plans American Voyage
Rome reports Queen Margherita orders rapid preparations for a trip to the United States to depart Italy by month’s end. She plans a week's stay in New York before starting her motor tour across the country.
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Political Chaos In New York Prompts W W Cocks Remarks
In hotel lobbies the Empire State representative W W Cocks laments New York politics as chaotic. He notes Democratic and Republican feuds, hints at a Hearst upshot, and warns that only strong governance from Albany can calm the state. Other speakers point to outlooks for Hearst, Smith, and incumbents amid shifting party alignments.
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Wohi Arie mis I Have Men and Copenhagen Reception
In Chicago Mrs Crossiy discusses inviting a long haired gentleman in a large black tie to call at breakfast. Copenhagen reports King Frederick thanking the American people through Minister O'Brien for sympathy after King Christian's death.
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