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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jan 25, 1906
Page
20
The Washington Post opinion column critiques insurgents in Congress, praising Roosevelt for curbing opposition and expounding on federal roles. It references statehood, railway rates, and various historic scandals, warning against expanding federal control over pensions, savings, and postal services.
A critical examination of government neglect in the Slocum steamboat disaster and broader failures shows how sacred trusts such as steamboat safety, Smithsonian bequests, and public land management have suffered from bureaucratic missteps. The piece argues that repeated neglect reveals a paternalistic trend undermining accountability and safety for citizens.
The article lauds John C Spooner as a presidential champion and sharp debater. It contrasts Spooner with the great three and praises his reversal of Washington versus Jefferson. It argues the Morocco issue is European, with limited American trade, and warns against a premature withdrawal of representatives.
The piece notes fierce but hesitant push for tariff rate legislation in the 1909 Congress. It emphasizes strong Republican leadership and a demoralized Democratic role, predicts President will push tariff projects and other aims, and frames the fight as vital to party fortunes and national policy.
Last night friends celebrated the golden 50th wedding anniversary of Crosby S. Noyes of the Washington Evening Star. He and his wife have endured early struggles, shared joys, and supported his public service as he helped grow Washington from a small village to a capital. The city joins in a grateful tribute to the couple and their contributions to local progress.
The piece discusses President Roosevelt's Santo Domingo treaties, labeling the modus vivendi as power usurpation and noting Senate ratification issues. It also reports theater rights rulings from New York Court of Appeals, plus assorted political quips and cultural items from various publications.
The piece notes the Senator insisting on an audience while Miss Roosevelt may rent warehouses to store clothes the moodistes are designing. Eugene F Ware of Kansas favors government pensions for all good fellows, a rare selfish streak. Insurgents learned Speaker Cannon was loaded, and Babcock cautions that politicians seldom keep promises. Dr Wiley proposes cold quail experiments with a hat bottle.
The New York Herald reports that E H Sothern and Julia Marlowe will tour under the Shuberts for two seasons, opening in the Lyric Theatre this autumn with Shakespearean plays and two new works by McCarthy and Mackay. Frohman confirms his departure from guiding their Shakespearean repertoire as the Shuberts take over.
A Washington dispatch defends Theodore Roosevelt against claims his popularity wanes. It argues national sentiment remains strong for Roosevelt, while opponents push rate legislation and reform efforts to undermine him. The piece notes Indiana remains favorable and asserts opposition stems from politicians and patronage forces.
Washington correspondence reports close friends say President Roosevelt will not seek a third term. He has made up his mind and will not accept the nomination if offered. The President feels no official announcement is needed and is expected to leave the White House on March 4, 1909.
George Adams Robinson, a Harvard 1861 graduate and Civil War veteran, descendant of John Adams and John Quincy Adams, stood in Bridgeport City Court pleading for liberty after being placed in the almshouse for begging. He is seventy, son of a Boston doctor, and a mining engineer who spent much of his life in the West.
The Gobelins tapestry Le Manuscrit chosen by Prime Minister Rouvier and Secretary Beaumetz will reach Miss Alice Roosevelt. The French government selected the four meter high replica of the National Library Salon du Parnasse piece.
A fragment reflecting Socrates on judging opinions, not valuing every view, but selecting certain beliefs from some people rather than all. It underscores discerning wisdom over volume of voices.
Reflections explore male bravado and social expectations in a curdled, humorous tone. The piece notes that many who end their lives are married and jests about generational rifts between fathers and sons. It lampoons male self importance and reckless bragging.
A Washington Post report describes District Attorney Jerome cross examining a publisher in a libel case, exposing internal dealings of the weekly noted for gossip. The piece highlights Jerome’s sharp, satirical questioning and hints at possible criminal action against those behind the publication.
Senator Hale criticizes foreign entanglements and warns against entangling alliances as he cites the Washington Post discussion of Morocco. He urges focus on domestic coal issues, argues the fleet presence at Gibraltar risks war, and calls for keeping hands off European affairs while endorsing cautious congressional debate.
An editorial decries blackmail and extortion, noting cowardice of those who pay and the fear of public shaming among powerful men. It contrasts New York’s law abiding stance with southern custom of quick, violent justice and hints at strong punishment for extortionists.
Gen A J Sampson notes the Ecuador upheaval as a simple factional fight led by Eloy Alfaro who aims to connect Guayaquil and Quito by rail. Honolulu and Hawaii figures discuss Roosevelt era revenue shares, immigration, and development while Washington figures attend Arlington events and comment on Tom Taftson and Wall Street prosperity.
Rome correspondence notes Cardinal Satalli first to use a motor car to tour distant regions, with Pope approval. Cardinals balk at carriage rules but some, like Ferrari, push modernization. A 4,000 town in a week reports mining camp rush, price spikes, and saloon profits as thousands migrate for work.
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