Washington Post excerpt on finance naval policy and governance
A scan of Washington Post prose discusses subscription terms and daily life, then shifts to opinion on naval strategy in the Pacific. It argues for strengthening American fleets, notes past British conduct, and criticizes surplus management and proposed central banking. It references political figures, governance costs, and public finance debates.
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General Naval Board
Hid Catinet
Pacific
Atlan-ic
Japan
Atlantic
Orient
England
Halifax
Kingston
Hamilton
Vancouver
Battia
America
Rusale
Ruema
France
Quarrel Ag
Julius Cacaor
Napoleon Bone
United States
Uncle Sam
Banka
National Treasury
Congress
Treasury Department
Champ Clab
Orb
Sauron
Demons, Medicine and Moral Panic in History
The article surveys ancient beliefs about disease as demonic possession and the ritual treatments used to expel illness, tracing through Hindu, Roman, and medieval practices to the rise of witchcraft accusations, quackery, and medical reforms, with contemporaneous notes on Prohibition era figures and political satire. It contrasts past demonology with modern medical reasoning and highlights the social impact of these ideas.
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Hamond Burks
Warren Hastings
Kgral
Rome
Hollona
Tion
J K Hayamana
Wgher
Mark Twain and Elizabeth Kelly Aboard London Visit
A passenger aboard the Minneapolis reports Mark Twain behaving oddly beside a young woman, with Miss Elizabeth Kelly in London visiting her aunt Mrs Baxe. Twain’s remarks are described as foolish while a letter from Kelly is expected to arrive mid ocean. six post cards of Twain were sold for $19.
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Elizabeth Kelly
London
W 8Baxe
New York
Minneapolis
Man Kelly
Midocean
Mark Fwann
Dr Patton
Princeton
Mr Richards
Mark Twain
Pope Heads Ancient Order and Golden Fleece Display
A report details the pope’s leadership of an ancient order with archbishops and other prelates, noting a recent reorganization by Pius X and new insignia. It also describes Bruges Golden Fleece exhibition items, royal loaned portraits, and the order’s historical ties to Burgundy and the Habsburgs.
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Farley
New York
Piva xX
Jerusalem
Lkewiss
Soverior Order of St. John of Jerusalem
Malta
Alexander VI
Benedict XIV
Pius X
Knights Grand Crosa
Cherusalam
Willam
Europe
Bruges
Philip the Good
Burgundy
Hotel de Ville
Edward
Nicholas
Kaiser
Bayrin
Portugal
Order
Francis Joseph
Alfonso
Kla
Srladis
Spain
Philip
Louis XIV
Vienne
River of Rest Poem Fragmentary Verse
A sanitized excerpt of a poem titled River of Rest describes a river flowing through dreamlike landscapes as aging and youth yearn for rest. It evokes shadowy armies, lovers, and travelers, with images of white-haired women, feeble men, and silent towns awaiting renewal and return of afigure named Jove.
Expensive Cooling Apparatus Trial by Major Banking House
A New York bank house installed a pioneering artificial cooling system using ammonia pipes and ventilating gear to dry and circulate air, claiming significant humidity and heat relief in the financial district. The $30,600 installation and ongoing costs face limited popularity despite successful operation during an extreme heat spell.
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New York Sun
Financial District
Let The Post Follow You Washingtoniana Detach With Change of Address
Help readers keep informed about affairs at the hospital. The Post offers prompt delivery nationwide and invites carriers or direct orders to The Post with the address updates. Call or write Main 4205 to notify changes.
Publicity for railroad accident inquiries urged by Harriman
Announcement by Wr Harri man promises open public inquiry into railroad accidents. Outsiders of standing invited to participate to provide an impartial statement, following Julian Kruttechnitt’s recommendation for greater accountability. Critics recall past secrecy and dismissals, but the move signals a shift toward transparency and railroads as public servants.
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Wr Harriman
Julian Kruttechnitt
Ho Wresk
Thia
Terra Cotte
Washington
Rafrod Peopla
Tila
Harriman
Yebward
Post Cio
Odd Optimism and Age Defying Feats Highlight Aged Athletes
A garbled feature recounts aging figures pursuing athletic feats across races and exhibitions. It mentions a 57 year old grandmother entering a ten mile swim and a 102 year old celebrating a birthday with a walk, underscoring perseverance amid unclear context and scattered names.
Annual Tetanic Warning On Fireworks Dangers
The piece urges caution as July 4th approaches warning of tetanus risk from fireworks. It cites medical authorities, notes wounds can harbor dangerous bacteria, and urges tetanus antitoxin promptly to prevent disease. The warning emphasizes parental responsibility to supervise and avoid risky handling of even small firecrackers.
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New York
Herald
Journal of the American Medical
France Celebrates Independence Day With Fireworks And Festive Crowds
The article depicts a Paris celebration of France's Independence Day in July. Fervor fills the city as trains carry excursionists, cafes buzz, and streets become social plazas with dancing, games, and street prizes. Evening fireworks along the Seine dazzle, while crowds enjoy a peaceful, communal mood despite the heat.
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el France
Agin
Paris
Cor
Montmartre
Pesla
Seine
President saluted during New York banker yacht outing
The yacht of a New York Republican banker with guests sailed past Oyster Bay where President Roosevelt and his wife rode in a small rowboat. A guest suggested a twenty one gun salute, the banker agreed if four women consented, a flag was dipped, and the President waved as the yacht continued.
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Pittsburg
Washington
Roosevelt
Pitlsburg
Davie
Chicago
Hongire
Ohio
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EB Curry
Marietta
Tiey
Thompson
Davis Wax Inducat Ls
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E York
Asema
Hive
Ohia Milionairy
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George Bernard Shaw
Arnold
del Daly
Shaw
Toledo
York
Davin
Samuel W Pennsnacker
Pennsvania
Philadelphia
F Pennypacker
James Kitson
United Kingdom
Leeds
Abhor
Playfair
Kitson
Arthur Kitson
London
Mia
Sir James
James
Costa
Bose
Oyster Bay
Roosevel
Luke
Funny Fellows and a Lemonade Fake Law Tale
A fractured column blends verse and satire. The Funny Fellows headline about Praize God and powder weapons contrasts with a church debt relief via letters from female parishioners and sweethearts. A North Delaware lemonade stand parodies pure food law by labeling lemonade artificial and questioning what is artificial about water and sugar.
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Delaware Street
Labor tensions and political recollections cross Atlantic notes
In San Francisco and London circles, discussions on Chinese labor in South Africa and Labor Party policies shape attitudes. P M Newhall of California voices mine-closure risks if Chinese workers depart, while U S figures like Judge Landis gain praise for independence from wealth influence. Indiana politics mirror national temperance debates as historical riffs on figures Browne and Roosevelt surface amid Jamestown Exposition chatter.
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Uith Africa
P. M. Newhall
Ontios
California
Johannesburg
Newhall
England
China
South Africa
Mr Newhall
Liberal Party
Kathir
Africa
United States
Honolulu
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Fairbanks
Indiana
Wilam FR. Morrison
Munele
Ind
Metropolitan
Tom Browne
Rushville
Thomas A. Hendricks
Gen Browne
Nome
Ieaders
Democratic Party
Browne
Lao
Blaine
Ima
New York Minster
Bachelor Do You Consider It Unfam to Love a Man
The fragment from the Chitagsews column presents a pondering on marriage and affection. It raises questions about social expectations and romantic devotion within a widow’s perspective, suggesting broader themes of love and duty in constrained circumstances.
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Chicago
Teodeforn
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