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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jul 16, 1911
Page
10
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The article argues the pure food law needs independent commission enforcement to prevent corruption. It attacks the current lone official system under Dr. Wiley, warns of graft and scandal, and urges Congress to amend the law for robust oversight and accountability. It also touches on social issues like dowry taxation and immigration’s impact on American society.
The piece laments drought driven price spikes in Washington dairy and produce, notes high milk and vegetable costs, and warns of continued scarcity. It also previews cultural injections about the Absolute Life cult led by Evelyn Arthur Lee, plus a stream of commentary on politics, history, and public affairs with varied, opinionated snippets.
Prof Richard Norton a Harvard professor claims to have solved the Stonehenge mystery by likening Salisbury plain monoliths to Cyrene excavations dating to 1 B C. The article notes copying debates and the enduring enigma as two concentric circles span ten feet diameter with a blue marble altar stone inside.
London demonstrations promote paper-bag cookery as an economical clean method. Coated waterproof bags suit ovens or stoves, claim minimal nutrient loss, reduced fuel use, and less waste. Advocates say small homes with few servants benefit, as all foods can be cooked together in one bag and bags can burn without harming flavor.
Moving picture company sinks a ton schooner named Robert Graham off Bayberry Point using 150 pounds of dynamite. Four cameras from boats filmed the blast as hundreds watched the sinking hulk glide under waves. The schooner, 60 years old, was bought for 600 dollars from Captain Stam me. Captain refused to go down with ship.
Austrian Emperor Francis Joseph issues a general order directing officers to seek redress in courts for insults especially from civilians, banning duels except for grave matters after a court of honor. The move aims to curb civilian violence and bring restraint to army and navy conduct.
In Phiscerphic Press feature Chinatown on Race Street is said to harbor a mysterious bug. Celestials inspect floors for an invisible scorpion like pest said to be a forewarning omen. Mock Lee Tow explains the tale as twoLaundrymen were briefly bitten and hospitalized.
Katherine Mary Neary underwent a pioneering operation at the Hospital for Deformities wi Joint Diseases. Dr Henry W Frauenthal replaced much of the tibia with bone from a man killed in an accident. He projected walking ability in about six weeks once healing and grafting progress, with surface skin grafting to follow. Neary, who suffered inherited necrosis since age 14, is 35 and plans to return to Brooklyn after discharge.
A Newark like incident from New York’s Delancey Street station tells of a poor dry goods dealer Israel Neboschik who found 200 dollars in the gutter and handed it to Lieutenant Brady, hoping to locate the owner. Brady praised the man’s honesty while unsure how the owner may be found. Clifton Heights weather prophet John Smith, 88, predicts a hot spell followed by cool weather until early August, drawing mixed faith.
Reports from Mount Riga New York describe mechanical woodchuck hunting using a guncotton and red pepper device that explodes in chucker holes while a dog attacks. one day’s sport nets multiple woodchucks. Separate dispatches note Miss Emma Eckrote in critical condition from blood poisoning after a locust sting and a shark attack injuring Martin Berg on a Delaware breakwater ship.
Poem style verse lauds Wilfrid Laurie and a homeland vision. Describes the White House as bonny and a land fairest under the sun. Expresses pledge and devotion with imagery of snow drift and swan song. References reciprocity and laying down to die for the land and flag.
Walter Perry Doig presents a romantic poem about a destined prince and sailors seeking a Far-away Land. The verses describe a mythical realm where lilies, roses, and gold beaches lure adventurers. Temptations of the Fortunate Isles tempt some to forget the quest, while others press on driven by longing and love.
Senator Lodge backs a free rice amendment arguing equity with free cereals, while remaining a protectionist. He contends Northern cereal farmers on the free list justify ending an 80 percent duty on Southern rice. Regular Republicans and some insurgents likely back the measure, with Southern Democrats expected to oppose loudly from New York. The outcome appears unlikely to pass, similar to the wool bill.
A collection of short aphorisms and wry observations on life, work, love, and society. The snippets poke at marriage, finance, vanity, and human folly with humorous zest.
A comic sketch on patriotic vanity and gender roles. The narrator notes the smarter woman minimizes praise when her husband nearby while a mistress of mischief hides pain behind calm. The piece plays with hair color and temper as social satire.
Flint Varnish Works executive J. F. Hommel predicts a nationwide prosperity year with rising factory output, high payrolls, and no labor trouble in Flint. Philadelphia Young Republicans leader William W. Morgan vows to attract the next national convention, while Chicago producer George W. Kingsbury questions the cost and value of anti government investigations.
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