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Newspaper

Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Jun 29, 1908

Page

4

Liner Race At Sea Sparks Close Tussle At Liverpool Port

Reports from Liverpool describe a close race between two Cunard liner ships as they departed for Europe. Crews and onlookers watched the La Lorraine and another vessel trade speeds near the piers, with safety boats racing to assist passengers and enforce harbor regulations.

Washinton New York Cunardiner Carifanie Lea Liverpool Fiich la Lorraine Mpania

Modernism in Medal and Bible Verse Tale

A partial OCR reading describes a Medal of Modernism with Pope representing the New School and references to biblical themes. It mentions two hands or figures in a scene, one upholding a Bible praiseworthy and the other with a striving pose, set amid a symbolic struggle.

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Trade Nine Wins In Rain As Chamber Of Commerce Celebrates

In a rain soaked exhibition at the Washington playgrounds the Chamber of Commerce and Board of Trade team defeated the Washington Playground Association 12 to 11 before more than 1500 cheering onlookers. Dorsey Foultz made a dramatic entrance with a placard proclaiming the city as his recreation spot, and Vic tors received a Loving Cup from Chairman Harper amid the cheers. The event featured marching bands, parade uniforms, and a lively postgame celebration despite damp conditions.

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Complex Revenue Rules Clash Over Mining and Alcohol Designation

A disputed hearing centers on new revenue rules aimed at preventing evasion linked to mining and the designation of alcohol in shipments. Caminnith Obty Fase and Hector Bettman challenge enforcement, claiming mislabeling and misapplication could harm legitimate commerce. The case involves Spills Ti unde and the government, with potential penalties of substantial fines per incident. The outcome will determine whether the rule changes are valid and enforceable.

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Will Not Vote for Bryan in Election Referendum

A readable fragmentnotes a Richmond area individual stating they will not vote for Bryan and will not support the Democratic ticket in November. The text references a Baltimore meeting of a board of directors and a Southern investment group. It mentions distrust of Democratic figures and a desire for a conscious woman, with emphasis on opposing the Meyer case and fearing consequences for this year’s election.

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Plays Not For Prudes in Paris Fest Plans Opening

Maxie Schottlin, a Russian born writer raised in England and America, announces a Paris theater venture to stage American and English comedies with liberal standards. He believes the English speaking community in Paris is large enough for a permanent company led by Maureen Franklin, with plans to open September 1 and expand to a dedicated theater.

Washington America Lonasner New York Maxie Schottrin Alther England Schettlan Amercan Landton Miss Vaureen Pranklyn United States Chottlind

Elite of America Listed for Name Additions

A German American publication offers to add names to its elite members list for 190 to 123 dollars. The prospectus claims access to top European and American social circles, with a committee of international authorities handling selections. Names listed include Astor family members and other prominent figures, with headquarters in New York and Berlin.

Washington Berlin New York Farepe United States Horace Porter Newport Lidia San Francisco Pethichem Paco 140Th Street Anpeu Arthur Anexisi Wass Washtean Pendleton

Paris Horse Meat Consumption Sparks Curiosity Across City

Paris residents show growing interest in horse meat as a nutritious alternative, with officials reporting strict supervision of abattoirs. The practice, though controversial, is cited as more nutritious than beef and has drawn attention from foreigners living in Paris.

Washington Post Paris Tle Brince Hippabutters Bert Ab Pirts Westein

Oxford's Need of Money

A local report notes Oxford University faces funding gaps as a major donor pledges £190 400 to bolster operations while an appeal aims for £2 100 more. The chancellor deems funds absolutely necessary but university reform talks stall, risking deeper financial strain and stalled improvements.

Pest Fongen Drapers Oxford Bordinzons Univrsity Universty Umkerstey

Roosevelt to Visit Kaiser Report Clarified by Official

The Washington Post correspondent reports from Berlin that rumors of President Roosevelt planning a European trip to meet Kaiser Wilhelm II and travel through Germany are unconfirmed. The piece notes Secretary Loeb consulted expert hunter and explorer Sir Courteney Selous on African hunting plans, but states Roosevelt is not arranging a hunting party and Selous is not part of any travel party.

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Pension Queries From Soldiers Widows and Heirs

A Brooklyn NY letter column discusses pension eligibility for widows and children of soldiers. Topics include remarriage effects on widow’s pension, service connection requirements, and rules from acts of 1908 1909 and earlier. Readers cite cases from Brookline Mass Marion Indiana Pottsville PA and Canton OH with questions about restoration of benefits and survivor rates.

Pottsville Arril Canton Peter Saldier

Water power sale at Great Falls by local firma

A Great Falls deal records the sale of the Great Falls Water Power and Town Site Company property to John T. Ryan of Amalgamated Copper Company. The price is listed as 100 dollars. The buyer plans a large electric plant using the Missouri River power for a twelve mile reach from the city.

Great Falls Missouri Mont June James J Fal Assarfites Great Palls Wouter Power and Town Site Company John T. Ryan Coppa John G Marony Inc Ltaly Bank and Trust Gens Pins Butte Bank of Great Olis Ind Atics Bamtted Copper Company Lown Hiack Juin Gieertkalls Big Falls Nigare Ias Genel

Days of Joy for Epicure Prices Fair and Bountiful Produce

Readily available fruits and vegetables reflect abundant harvests from Florida Georgia the Carolinas and California. Prices vary by item with Georgia peaches at crate or box rates and cantaloupes from California and Florida priced by crate. Tomatoes from the Coan River scarce but offered, while corn from Cuba and Georgia shows limited supply. Virginia fruit supplies steady with ripe berries and cherries tagged high, and peppers and greens showing typical seasonal ranges.

Washington Florida Georgia Carolina California North Irelina Coan Norfolk Plarida Calfornia

Gold rivet driven into Metropolitan Life tower base

Special to The Washington base New York June 2. The steel skeleton of the Metropolitan Life Insurance Company building in Midtown Manhattan saw a gold rivet driven into its base near the street as a small globe atop the structure. President Hogeman of the firm could not attend a champagne toast. William H McCord and W C Past, with architect Loverre De Biun, climbed the steel frame to plant a flagstaff and raise an American blue flag bearing the firm’s name. The skeleton tower, begun last September, rises with more thin steel and is described as a major city project.

Washington New York Metropolitan Life Insurance Company William H McCord Loverre de Biun Hatjing

Government Demands Gems Securer Seizure in Pittsburgh

United States Attorney Dunkhl seized gems entered into the country from the West Indies by Albert Walker of Birmingham and Ralph Waldman of Kingston fame. The jewelry valued around $1900 was alleged stolen from Atkinsin & Brothers. Walker and Waldman were arrested attempting to dispose of the goods.

Pittsburghi United States Albert Walker Abnam & Brohers Birmingham Ralph Waldman Kingston Taelisna Ahtalin & Brothers Walker and Woodman

Italians Mourn Savings In Baltimore Article

Washington Post report notes a grocery saloon keeper and local figure known as Blasi left the city with savings reportedly between one and three thousand dollars entrusted to his car team. His wife Tsehelle also departed city, exact whereabouts unknown after a steamship trip from New York to Naples.

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