This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 20 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jan 22, 1909
Page
34
The article reports that President Roosevelt helped in softening tensions between the United States and Japan regarding naval deployment. It notes California politics and congressional discussions as legislators weigh anti Japanese measures while the White House seeks to preserve peace.
A winged, hoofed creature described as a winged devil or kangaroo and crossed with a horse face haunts Applejack District towns. Deacon White details its appearance and locals fear saloons will suffer as temperance pledges vanish in its wake.
New York officials and national figures discussed stricter limits on immigration after a sensational report of a strange creature in Cumberland County and commission leaders cited immigrant costs. Eyewitnesses in Pemberton and Mount Holly described a three-foot, hoofed birdlike beast with wings, long legs, and a demon glare, sparking fears and calls for stricter oversight amid a broader debate on aliens and public safety.
May Robson testified in New York that she and Mrs Katherine Clemmons Gould and Dustin Farnum formed a friendly party that motored to Atlantic City after a Bellevue-Stratford supper in Philadelphia. She said she observed nothing improper, only ladylike and correct conduct, with no intoxication or discussion of a ring.
London date shows naval conference nearing deadlock as Britain leans toward concession while United States remains unyielding. Delegates blame American stance for stalemate amid disputes on contraband and continuous voyage and calls for secrecy. Some nations hint at widening gaps despite informal talks and committee meetings to pursue a workable settlement.
Secretary Root and Ambassador Bryce met Canadian Minister of Justice Aylesworth to discuss Newfoundland fisheries and refer questions to The Hague for arbitration. Canada and Newfoundland await Kent’s arrival as ice delays travel. Conference not conclusive and to resume today.
Information suggesting the recovery of Napoleon’s death mask, missing from New Orleans City Hall since 187%. The mask, cast in 1834 by Dr Antommacht who treated Napoleon on St Helena, may be located with a New Orleans woman whose name remains private.
A state health estimate places about 4000 Bellevue residents ill after drinking untreated river water from a local company last Friday through Sunday. Officials warn the sickness could escalate into a typhoid epidemic if not addressed promptly.
A Western stomachologist, L E Cooper, attracts crowds on Broadway at Ninth Street as his medicine, Cooper’s New Discovery, is touted to stimulate gastric juices and restore health. Local druggists report surging demand and warn the craze may spread to London after New York. A notable user, George J. Scott of West Nineteenth Street, claims dramatic relief from rheumatism and improved appetite after a month. The Dayton company markets the remedy with a booklet availability.
The War Department ends Brown and Baldwin private detective service after paying $15 for following members of the discharged Twenty-fifth Infantry and obtaining a confession from Boyd Conyers. The department will continue efforts to identify the shooters at Brownsville, but has essentially concluded private detectives have done all they can.
The 65th birth anniversary of William McKinley will be observed in Washington with a memorial service at First Congregational Church. The event, hosted by Grand Army posts and the Woman's Relief Corps, features Rev Samuel Woodrow preaching on McKinley the Man Soldier Citizen President, with John Walker leading as AR Potomac commander and Emma L Newton presiding. A musical program under Choirmaster Bischoff rounds out the service, with the altar adorned by the national emblem, a portrait or painting of McKinley, and red carnations.
Prof LH Bailey of Cornell and head of the President’s country life commission rebutted rumors he sought the Agriculture post in Taft’s cabinet. He said flatly, I am not a candidate, I do not want the plans, and Secretary Wilson will remain as an adviser for some time. He called for no permanent country life commission, noting its value depends on personnel and temperament. Bailey arrived to present the commission’s Saal report to the President, with recommendations across many lines.
Washingtons Chinatown marks the new year with incense gongs and lamp paper cards, as residents greet the year Suan Tung 4900 while closing shops, paying debts, and feasting on duck and rice wine. Death notices list George F W Strieby and others, reflecting the era.
Birth notices list several newborns and families including George E Terr and Mary L Terr with a son James. Frank and Frederick C G and Anne Borsekler with a baby. George Hand with Mermaint Willam F and Teresa O Beirnd. James ALnd with Colling. Frank and Mery Valentine with a son. Joht and Lula Warren. Lewis and Minnie Lindsay with a boy.
The Personal Liberty League of the District reports pleasure at the Sims prohibition bill failing in the House. A legislative committee meeting noted 40,000 signatures on petitions opposing prohibition in the District. Meachim of the Chicago league was unable to attend but will visit Washington to discuss creating similar leagues in prohibition states.
The Oregon legislature elected Democrat Chamberlain to succeed Fulon Republicans in the United States Senate. Senator Bourne praised the result as evidence that a Republican elected legislature reflects the people's will. A telegram congratulating Chamberlain stressed bipartisan support and national interest, while protest notes from stgulaters sparked debate on validity of the vote.
Senator Dick's resolution proposes February 12 as a legal holiday in DC and territories and calls for a Lincoln memorial in Washington. Debates over memorial type delay regulation votes, while Senator Carter favors a Lincoln Way memorial highway from the White House to Gettysburg, fifty miles away.
In the Senate Senator Culberson introduced a resolution directing the Attorney General to send to the Senate all Department of Justice correspondence regarding alleged Sherman antitrust violations by the American Sugar Refining Company. The case concerns a loan pledged as security for control of the Pennsylvania Sugar Refining Company and an alleged agreement to restrain its business. The measure was postponed on objection until today.
Special to The Washington Post reports Charles L Tutt a Colorado Springs miner and refining magnate died of heart disease at the Waldorf Astoria. Tutt helped develop Cripple Creek and led United States Reduction and Refining Company known as the Milling Trust. He had bought a San Juan Island group vowing to create an island kingdom later failed to locate the island.
Captain John H Pruett head of the American Masters Mates and Pilots Association and other union members urged Congress before the Senate commerce committee to require licensed masters and mates on sailing ships over 300 tons, seeking reversal of a 2 year old change that dropped the mate licensing rule.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.