Washington Post 1911 Opinion Pieces on Japan and Lorimer
In this 1911 Washington Post excerpt, the writer critiques Pacific Coast dissents to the Japanese treaty while questioning Washington’s assurances about immigration safeguards. It argues Japan may betray open door principles, cites the Portsmouth treaty, and notes the US stance on Manchuria. The column then evaluates the Senate handling of William Lorimer’s invalid election, accusing delays and tactics resembling jury packing while urging timely action.
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Pacific Coast
Washington
Japan
United States
Portsmouth
John Hay
State Department
Manchuria
Tokyo
Russia
America
William Lorimer
United States Senate
Willam Lorimer
Congressional Record
Iillnaia
Elections Committee
Senate
Mr. Lorimer
Maen
Lorimer
Gorlmer
Germ
Senate votes on Interstate Commerce ruling over railroads
The piece argues the Interstate Commerce Commission exceeded its remit by refusing to approve higher railroad rates and even hints at broader government oversight of railroad securities. It warns the decision could delay litigation, impact financial markets, and affect railroad investments.
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The
Interstate Commerce Commission
Steel Trust
Court of Commerce
Congress
The sexes at the theater and voting, then and now
A collage of prose pieces argues women as stage mainsupports and polls push women into public power. It cites Harvard attendance, Seattle voting shifts, and social trends, noting aging doctors, professors, and the rise of female influence in culture and politics.
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Mantong
Dramatic Department
Harvard University
New York City
Harvard
Seattle
Seattia
Start of Woman Suffrage Movement in Chicago
The Chicago News reports on Lady Tennessee Claflin Cook, widow of Sir Francis Cook, recounting early suffrage battles in America. She recalls Delmonico's incident that spurred her lifelong fight for women’s rights, stressing that the ballot embodies broader rights and recognition beyond mere status.
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Chicago News
Tennessee Claflin Cook
Sir Francis Cook
London
Chiengs
Congress Hotel
Lady Cook
Delmonico
Victoria
United States
Delmonico’s
Charles Delmonico
Franklin Pierce denounced as traitor in New Hampshire debate
A New Hampshire house debate over a 25000 dollar bid to erect a statue of Franklin Pierce splits along party lines. Opponents call Pierce traitor and disgrace while supporters defend memory, as the bill moves to appropriations. Washington birthday goat showdown at Bronx Zoo adds light relief. The night ends with party lines and reflections on national history.
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House of Commons
Winston Churchill
House of Lords
Congress
Westminster
Theodore Roosevelt
Woodrow Wilson
Albert Cummins
Eugene Voss
Jonathan Bourne
Oliie James
Victor Murdock
William J. Bryan
Concord
New York
House of Representatives
Franklin Pierce
New Hampshire
United States
Committee On Public Improvement
Pierce
Statehouse
House
Committee
Rosecrans W. Pillsbury
Manchester
George Washington
Richardson
Claremont
Keeler
Preston
New Hampton
Ahearn
Queen Christina no foe of reform in Spanish regency
A 1911 dispatch argues Queen Christina of Spain supported liberal reforms during her regency, praising her for advancing trial by jury universal suffrage civil marriage and other measures while countering claims of reactionary stance amid disputes with Queen Ena and Conservatives. It notes her influence on Sagasta and the liberal program during Alfonso XIII’s minority, and contrasts with later perceptions of her politics.
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Madrid
Alfonso
Queen Christina
Spain
Christina
Queen Ena
Nberals
Senor
Sagasta
Canovas del Castillo
Infanta Isabella
É&C
Castelar
Spanish Republic
Republican Party
House of Hapsburg
Francis Joseph
Hungary
Rare facial nerve operation on Philadelphia society girl
Surgeons in New York report an unusual procedure performed on Es ther Heacock of Wyncote to paralyze the trifacial nerve behind the left ear. The aim is to rest the nerve to stop the eye twitch and facial wrinkles, with about three months needed to judge success.
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Surgeona
Philadelphia Society
New York Press
Esther Heacock
Wyncote
Mount Holyoke College
Miss Heacock
Deaver
Gordon
Naval reform debate tests Congress on military navy shift
McClure's Magazine argues a fully centralized naval system and shore bases could save tens of millions annually, rewarding readiness and efficiency, while Congress faces a choice between a military navy and a costly bureaucratic legacy amid reform pressures.
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Congress
McClure’s
Navy Yards
Meyer
Cdy
Guantanamo
Louisiana
Florida
New Orleans
Pensacola
Navy Yard
Friends of the Old Macepersy
Drexel Balks at New York Cost of Living
Anthony J. Drexel, J. P. Morgan's Philadelphia partner, arrives from London aboard the Mauretania and laments high prices in New York while noting English living costs are much lower. He praises English wealth and hospitality, recalls his London residence on Grosvenor Square, and describes his generosity and frugal hotel meals during a stay prior to attending family ties and social events.
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J. P. Morgan
New York
London
Anthony J. Drexel
Philadelphia
Mauretania
Mr. Morgan
Mr. Gould
Mr. Carncele
Mr. Rocckefeller
Mr. Drexel
Margaretta
Maidstone
England
Drexel
Marjorie Gould
Cunard
Atlantic
Anthony J., Jr
T. Armstrong Drexel
There, Little Girl Dont Cry and Other Fragments
A miscellany of 19th century verse fragments and odd local anecdotes. Includes lines about a girl’s dowry longing, a mother’s cunning, a bee-haunted Easton district home, and a note on The Poets Union of America shaping literary pursuits.
Pointed Paragraphs From Chicago News
From the Chicago News a collection of satirical lines questions social norms and public roles. It notes that too many talk while few act and that charm or beauty may burden a husband. The quips reveal a humorous critique of self perception and public virtue.
Reflections of a Bachelor Observes Trust and Temptation
A reflective piece notes trust in others exceeds deserved trust. It suggests women often try to salvage relationships despite faults, likens temptation to marriage revealing true masks after vows. It observes a scolding sparks contrition and a renewed effort to avoid capture.
Views of Visitors in Washington
Arthur Brisbane of the New York Journal visits Washington to discuss the proposed postal rate increase on magazines and periodicals. He doubts the New York Senate will break the deadlock with Sheehan’s election, and questions Senator Lorimer’s unseating while criticizing secrecy in international treaties with Japan.
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Arthur Brisbane
New York Journal
New Willard
Brisbane
New York
Wil Finsuily
Sheehan
Murphy
Albany
Senator Lorimer
Lorimer
United States Senate
United States
Bootblack
Mr. Brisbane
Arizona Statehood Delegation Seeks Congress Action
A large Arizona delegation in Washington urged Congress to approve the territory constitution ratified by voters, amid concern the President could veto over the recall provision. Key figures include Dwight B. Heard of Phoenix and Col. H. L. Pickett of Tombstone, both touting statehood and the constitution as nonpartisan and representative of the people. Suggestions also discuss Michigan politics and Gov. Osborn’s potential presidential path alongside Canada reciprocity views.
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Arizona
Washington
Congress
Territory
Friends of Statehood
Dwight B. Heard
Phoenix
Heard
National Live Stock Association
Wilson
Col
H. L. Pickett
Tombstone
United States
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