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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Feb 26, 1912
Page
7
An aged Washington Post subscription notice notes various payment methods and delivery terms, with a political aside referencing Theodore Roosevelt and a possible 1912 presidential scenario. The piece reflects early 20th century newspaper boilerplate alongside speculative commentary on party dynamics and Roosevelt’s future plans.
A damaged OCR passage reflects on a college era statement praising progress and student focus. It notes changes in student priorities, with references to former times and shifts toward modern pursuits. The text blends misread words with glimpses of college life and societal aims.
A selection of mixed notes discusses Prince Waldemar of Prussia visiting America, U S relations with Cuba amid a Cuban Supreme Court decision, and shifts in education and politics. It mentions Taft’s views on self governance, a Page vocational education bill, and Underwood’s candidacy potential, alongside rail expansion in Canada and socialite and legal scuffles, all in a brisk early 20th century tone.
The United Mine Workers report on steel mill workers describes overcrowded garret homes, no water or sanitation, and extreme meat budgets. Families labor long hours for minimal rooms, with rising costs including rent and groceries, highlighting harsh living standards in industrial centers.
At Nice on February, Americans joined French revelers at a carnival ball, the electric blue and strawberry colors creating a vivid scene. The orchestra played American tunes as guests from New York, Seattle, Washington, Portland, Philadelphia, Boston, Atlanta, Pittsburgh, Syracuse, St Louis, Chicago, Louisville and more mingled, with couples like Myron V. Oppenheim and Mrs. Terry noted among the attendees. Frisky dances such as the frizzly bear and bunny hug drew many into the whirl, while some Americans retreated to late-night dining after an energetic night.
Cuban legation officials believe no disturbance will follow the supreme court ruling voiding the civil service suspension. Veterans Association actions are recalled, and mass dismissals could trigger unrest, though State Department has no warning. Overall, Cuba’s situation remains unsettled and not reassuring.
Special Cable reports in London that Lord Dartmouth proudly flies the Stars and Stripes at Patshullast, claiming a unique English right through kinship with George Washington. The flag waves at family gatherings when the household is at home, seen from Wolverhampton to Buckingham Palace.
Graceanna Lewis, noted naturalist and painter, died at her Kempton home aged 89. She aided fugitive slaves via the Underground Railroad before the Civil War and created botanical charts and 50 paintings of Pennsylvania forest trees. Her works were exhibited at the World's Fair in Chicago and purchased by the State, and she won prizes at the Centennial in 1876.
Sheriff Julius Harburger speaking at the Free Sons of Tarrael annual meeting predicted that within a century the United States would host about 15 million Jews. He traced the order’s history since 149 and cited growth from 309 Jews at the first census to about 2 million by his time, noting persecutions in Europe and the order’s benefactions.
Work to reopen the Hoosac Tunnel began after a collision between a freight and passenger train near North Adams Massachusetts. The first through train used the eastbound track at about eight o clock. Freight congestion along both tunnel approaches is being cleared and large rocks from the roof are being removed. Electrical engines cannot yet run the full tunnel and token wires remain unrepaired.
Mrs Ellen M Stone former missionary to Macedonia described her captivity by brigands and kidnapping ordeal that captured world attention in a Westey Chapel address under the auspices of the Tistriot Woo. A resolution was adopted urging passage of a fund reimbursement four-year-old State Department recommendation now before Congress. Tre speaker was introduced to Mrs Emma Sanford and the WoC. Devotional services were led by Mrs Margaret Tre Eilts.
Harvard professor and director of the chemistry laboratory Charles Robert Sanger, born in Boston in 1860, died today after a nervous breakdown. He taught at Annapolis from 1886 to 1882, held the Washington University chair from 1892 to 1898, and was a member of several scientific societies.
A collage of aphorisms and social observations on manners, gossip, and gender roles. It lampoons flattery, scandal, and the social machine while contrasting wisdom and folly in relationships and public life.
A fragmentary piece titled Reflections of a Bachelor critiques wealth and happiness, noting the sun does not always shine for a man whose joy rests only in money. It touches on training, furnace work, harsh words, and women’s appearances alongside a reflection on pride and money.
The bulletin describes a storm system moving from the southern Plains toward Oklahoma and Kansas, producing rain and snow, and expected to bring winds and variable temperatures. Weather lines detail temperatures, humidity, rain, sunshine, and wind directions, with forecasts across regions including Lake Michigan and western areas, plus notes on pressures and fronts.
The piece surveys Tennessee politics with talk of Democratic strength and Republican limits, urging a strong candidate for governor and noting possible presidential outcomes between Wilson Clark and Roosevelt. It also relays remarks from HOC Long on Speaker Clark, and includes comments on Canadian opportunities in British Columbia and Alaska, plus news of a new Catholic diocese in Texas with Brownsville as its see.
United States Judge Howard Hollister ruled that art in an art gallery differs from postal cards. James Stewart, a post card dealer in the Timery arcade, was fined $100 for sending objectionable postals through the mails. Stewart claimed membership in the Society for the Prevention of Vice and said supporters approved the cards. The judge stated there is no place for such cards in a post card store, but in an art gallery it would be different.
French Ambassador Jusserand walked the Chicago Board of Trade floor yesterday and spoke from the gallery after a short tour of operations in the pit. Trading halted during his remarks as he predicted active business ahead for U S commerce, aided by Panama Canal construction.
Senators report broad state support for Taft ahead of Chicago convention with twelve delegates at large. Anti Taft forces may win a few delegates in Allegheny but the overall trend favors renomination and Republican unity.
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