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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jan 16, 1906
Page
17
The Washington Post lists subscription options and rates for daily and Sunday editions with delivery details in Washington and Alexandria. Remittance methods and multiple city offices are noted, with PAUL BLOCK named as manager for Washington and Chicago offices listed.
A Lilesville township resident in Anson County argues corn whisky can kill rats, citing observed cases and experiments. The piece predicts a whisky boom as a rat poison solution, with potential spillover to snakebite prophylaxis, and notes opposition from reform-minded groups while anticipating broad public interest.
An analysis of the Constitution asserts the Senate is closer to the people than the President since both chambers are elected by states and electors for President may be chosen without direct popular vote. It argues the President’s direct link to voters is weaker, noting electors’ discretionary power and the long-standing federal compact.
The piece mocks President as less direct than the Senate and pokes fun at William Jennings Bryan as a Datto. It notes a Brackett resolution in New York to urge Chauncey M Depew to resign, debating senate procedures and media tone in Albany.
The discussion traces English protectionism from wool and craft import bans to the Corn Laws and Peel's free trade reforms. It notes the 1785 Eden France treaty, Napoleonic wars, and reform era, contrasting English protectionists with free traders. It argues England's prosperity under free trade and suggests American tariff policy faces a tough challenge in neutral markets.
The piece argues protection and tariff policies hurt American shipbuilding by keeping steel prices high, citing Sir William White and the Shipping World. It questions ship subsidies versus steel tariff reductions, notes Senate debates on Morocco, and questions US delegation roles, urging cautious, nonpartisan action aligned with national interests.
A brief notice notes a price drop for a Broadway book shop item shown as a modern oratory by Chauncey M Depew. The sign lists the old price of 3760 and the new price of 4750, indicating a valuation change and promotion in the shop.
A collection of pointed paragraphs and aphorisms on life marriage deception law and politics. The snippets reflect cynicism about luck sentiment in a handshake and the burden of emergency planning within a skeptical view of state legislatures.
Capt Mark Casto of the Alberta and his two aids Nelse and Busch braved raging seas to reach the crippled Cherokee wreck off Brigantine Shoals. Their dory maneuvers under giant waves saved 69 aboard as life saving crews and wrecking tugs failed. The rescue, watched by thousands on Atlantic City beaches, restored hope amid the storm and wreckage.
The New York World notes Joseph Choate’s sole ambition to be the oldest living Harvard graduate and a wise, witty counselor for Radcliffe alumnae. It contrasts his wish with opinions of Dr Norton and Dr Galer and suggests Radcliffe graduates might support his bid.
Lincoln Steffens voices the fight against graft at a West Side YMCA anti graft meeting in the Majestic Theater. He lauds reformers like La Follette Johnson and Folk, cites Chicago and Cleveland cases, and urges removing franchise sources of corruption to awaken civic responsibility.
New York City leads a national wave of construction as experts estimate that 1905 to 1906 building value will top $750 million in large cities. The surge, driven by money stringency and crop-financing shifts, suggests floating capital converted into fixed assets through new structures, influencing lending and economic recovery. The piece also notes memorial services for President William H. Harper, potential Chicago University leadership, and insights on insurance governance and finance figures amid ongoing industry scrutiny.
A 19th century essay urges women to curb drinking, arguing women’s conduct shapes national morality. It cites women influencing men’s morals and calls women to reform behavior at home and in public life to deter liquor’s ruin and uplift the republic.
News from Mindanay reports Myo Willam Jennings Bryan was elected an honorary datto by Duluan delegates in a ceremonial salute. He told constituents the day marked the most interesting moment of his career and that the lack of an opponent did not diminish the odd, thrilling sensation of triumph.
The Oklahoma Socialist outlines a platform with initiatives including referenda and recall. Proposals call for compulsory schooling, state regulation of railroads, state operation of utilities at low rates, female suffrage, land limits, and expenses for parents unable to educate children. The text presents a broad, reformist agenda with strong state intervention proposals.
A New Lok paper uses the term overgrown village to describe Washington in the Mus Morris affair, highlighting a humbling feature amid the controversy and public discourse.
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