Washington Post Subscription Rates 1916
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Great Britain to Continue Its Unlawful Policy
Opinion on Britain’s decision to persist indirect blockades against Germany, arguing such measures harm neutrals including the United States. Claims Sweden, Norway, and Denmark would be drawn into war if a full blockade existed, while the British aim to pressure Germany without triggering neutral conflict.
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Baltic
Sweden
Norway
Denmark
Great Britain
United States
England
Edward Grey
Garden Reflections on Mann Speech and Gardens
The piece links Representative James R. Manns preparedness speech to a summer walk in a garden considered a setting for serious thought. It muses on myths and allegories of the original garden, God walking with man, and the enduring harvest from famed gardens such as Saadis rose garden. It ends with an enigmatic line about Nhinwepa new BADIA ES.
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Saadi
Gardens of memory haunt a wartime traitor tale
The speaker recalls boyhood gardens with sweet peas hollyhocks bachelors buttons and vegetables. As distance softens time the garden becomes a seductive image that returns to haunt the traitor. Onion tops cucumber vines and gooseberry shadows linger in the memory, shaping ideas for the country.
Germany’s Submarine Warfare and American Registry Policy
Lord Robert Cecil said Britain would allow transfer of enemy vessels to American registry if not used against Britain or allies. The move, driven by submarine warfare, aids Allied trade and US commerce, while Britain seeks more vessels for transatlantic and global missions. The piece argues submarines are essential for US defense and argues for expanding submarine forces.
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Great Britain
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Austria
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Submarine as a Strategic Defense Asset
The article argues over the role of submarines in naval warfare. It contests claims that anti submarine measures have doomed subs, suggesting instead that the submarine is a highly dependable intelligent mine roaming seas in search of enemy vessels.
Pan-American Trade and Western Unity Urged in New Orleans
A New Orleans conference of leading American business figures discusses Latin American trade and how the United States can counter British influence, build regional commerce, and promote mutual defense against European aggression. The piece links Pan America solidarity to national security and warns of potential European encroachment.
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New Orleans
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Cape Horn
Thackeray's Colonel Newcome Dies at 93 in London
Sir John Leslie of Glaslough County Monaghan dies in London at 93. He inspired Thackeray's Colonel Newcome in The Newcomes and left a vast estate and baronetcy. His family ties crown a web of Irish and American connections including the Leslies, Jeromes, and Ides, with royal blood rumors and Minnie Seymour links to George IV. The tale touches on Mrs. Fitzherbert and royal guardianship, ending with the 1916 copyright line.
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Queen Victoria
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Jack-in-the-Pulpit Seen as Villain in Saintly Robes
A Philadelphia North American feature portrays Jack-in-the-Pulpit as a deceitful villain. The plant lures tiny insects to its slippery pulpit, trapping many while some escape to pollinate other plants. The piece mocks its pious disguise and villainous acts.
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Former Speaker Cannon Recounts Humble Beginnings Hairbrush Joke
From the Pittsburgh Chronicle Telegraph, former Speaker Cannon recalls early poverty with a tale of a friend losing hair and hoping to buy an office safe. In a humorous twist the friend declares he will need a hairbrush, highlighting their shared frugality and optimism.
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Cannon
Henry
Joe
Congress Condensed: Debates on Manila, Philippines, and Navy
Contingent committee named to investigate freight congestion into New York and ocean rates. Clarke backs Japan taking the Philippines. Petitions with 1,600,000 names protest war munitions shipments. Philippine independence debate resumes. Maj. Gen. Wood advocates 220000 regulars and a 2000000 reserve. Navy officials defend ships’ efficiency. Tillman plans navy truth talk. War Dept backs $260,000 for NY harbor work. Post Office bill around $243,000,000. Judiciary subpoena power for Buchanan impeachment inquiry. Joint high commission gets status and $46,000. Hughes-Smith film regulation opposition briefs filed. Adjourned until noon.
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Hymns Americans Sing Most Echoes in Philadelphia Ledger
Girard reports a Philadelphia clergyman naming Lead Kindly Light Rock of Ages Abide With Me and Nearer My God to Thee as the hymns most sung across America in 25 years The piece notes their immense circulation rivaling the Bible and reflects on how popular hymns underscore the power of written ballads in shaping national spirit.
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Philadelphia Ledger
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America
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The Message Poem Fragment From Detroit Free Press
A brief verse fragment from Detroit Free Press expresses longing for Love on vacation. The speaker asks a gentle breeze and trees to carry a tiny four letter message through night toward the beloved, using nature to relay affection.
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Man Gains Four Pounds In Three Hours To Qualify
Raymond Tilton, 21, of Richmond Kentucky, aimed to join the US army infantry. After a 35 cent meal and drinking water he gained four pounds, tipping from 119 to 123, meeting the requirement and being accepted. His parents are listed as living in Richmond Kentucky.
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Cincinnati Chronicle
Raymond Tilton
United States Army
Tilton
Richmond
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Favoriton Frige Ladies' Home Journal excerpt
A dialogic aside shows Jouny lamenting favoritism in the family as she contrasts her punishment with the baby chewing a tooth. The piece uses ironic humor to critique parental reactions and child behavior in a domestic setting.
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Ladies’ Home Journal
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Lord North Premier of England 146 Years Ago
A historical sketch praises Lord North's tenure and its role in the American Revolution. It notes his tea tax stance, 1771 to 1782 leadership, Cornwallis Yorktown victory, Chatham's rebuke, resignation, and later blindness. It reflects on the king's remark and North's personal regrets amid turbulent colonial policy.
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Grand Rally of Fiddlers Opens in Atlanta
From the Philadelphia Public Ledger. The fifth annual Old Time Fiddlers Association convention opens in the Atlanta city auditorium drawing fiddlers from Georgia and nearby states. Notables include Fiddlin John Carson of Blue Ridge, Gid Tanner, Shorty Harper with vittles, Moon Shiner Bob Young, Prof Aleck Smart with Neace Marthyann Dugglas and Salty Lou, and Squire Bradley aiming to attend. The Mountain Chantere of White Path, and the Lick Skillet String Band return as crowd favorites from previous years.
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Philadelphia Public Ledger
Atlanta
Georgia
City Auditorium
Rand
Billy
John” Carson
Blue Ridge
Gid" Tanner
Shorty” Harper
Bob” Young
Aleck Smart
Neace Marthyann Dugglas
Deacon Hardwick
Salty Lou
Squire Bradler
Hall
White Path
Lick Skillet String Band
Elevator Mishap Fells Worker Then Returns to Duty
Joe Brousett was injured when the service elevator at the Alexandria jammed and mashed his leg, causing a fainting spell. He was taken home by ambulance after a physician was called, then returned to operate the same elevator hours later, revealing it had smashed a cork leg.
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Brousett
Doc" Bassett
Bassett
Why She's Forgiving. Dinah Snow Story
A colored cook in the Smith household explains she was beaten by her husband for nothing. She says she wants to arrest him but cannot afford the fine, reflecting a troubled domestic situation in Atlanta.
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Dinah Snow
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World travelers share views at capital hotel gathering
Mgr O Haran of Sydney and several priests discuss the Dardanelles, Egypt, and war aims. They criticize the British campaign, praise Pope Benedict, and note Australian casualties and Parliament sentiment while New York politics and the postmastership debate unfold at the Willard.
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Australia
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London
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Germany
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Love and theft ride together in San Jose theft case
June Glemen alias June Harris held on grand larceny charges told Deputy Buffington that Louise Long alias George Harris and seven men rode the blind baggage from Silvnaa to San Luiz Obispo to pawn stolen goods. Her defense claim was you will do anything for the man you love.
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How It Happened In Case and Comment
Officer McPherson testifies he heard a yell in the wagon yard and found a man beating his wife. The tall gaunt farmer protests, admitting the assault and explaining it as years of abuse ending with him catching her unaware.
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