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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Mar 02, 1907
Page
44
An editorial argues for prompt compromise to pass or repeal Washingtons smoke law. It notes Senator Keans opposition, concerns about freight delays, and urges action to keep the capital clean, warning against postponing the legislation or harming the citys plans.
A Trinity College talk by New Haven Railroad president Melien denounces a destructive mania and the rate law as ruinous to markets. He argues laws misuse power, warns of revolution, and calls for restraint to avoid serious prosperity fallout. Includes stray editorial notes on Harvard, bomb shields, and a recount of coin legends prompted by a 19th century letter.
Eugene Johnson of Hammond files in Lake County Court alleging his wife Bessie mocked his social status and kept him from church and events. He recalls being urged to shine as a social lion while she starred in Hammond gatherings, sparking the dispute at issue.
Richard Mansfield was driving at night when a small bull terrier darted across the street. The chauffeur stopped, an irate old gentleman confronted him, and Mansfield apologized, noting the dog’s sudden dash made avoidance impossible. The old man claimed the dog was worth much. Mansfield replied that the dog evidently had its own value.
Sir Henry Campbell-Bannerman, premier of Great Britain, will wear a navy style uniform at court and state functions as Trinity House members, blending naval tradition with maritime governance. The piece traces Trinity House history from its origin, revenues, pilots, lighthouses, to notable elder brethren.
Dr J N McCormick of the Maryland Medical and Chirurgical Faculty urged public health education at McCoy Hall. He warned one third of state deaths in 1951 were preventable and blamed insufficient public cooperation and government action. He cited consumption, diphtheria, scarlet fever, typhoid, and infant deaths from dirty or spoiled food and water, urging better dairy inspection and sanitation.
E Lowry of Norwand owns a seven-dollar colonial note, issued July 1776 by the United Colonies. Found among a late relative’s effects, the rare bill is numbered 9447 and promises seven Spanish milled dollars or its value in gold or silver. Its seal shows mountains and clouds, and it has silkprint lettering that is barely visible. The note has drawn offers up to 400 dollars.
A garbled Chicago News paragraph describes social quirks and observations in a satirical voice. It mentions two evils many Boonies choose, and a child’s longing for dolls and big extras. The piece humorously contrasts perspectives on manners, dress, and common sense with playful misspellings.
A collage of humorous pieces from early 20th century papers. It contrasts labor by occupation with comic sketches about the man who works least, plus a farce about lace and cabbage mischief, a legal note on umbrella ribs fishing, a wild river of wrecked rail and ice, and a sobering paraphrase of a marriage quip.
A collection of travel reflections contrasts Venezuela with Old Spain, urging immersion beyond guidebooks to grasp its spirit. A Washington visitor notes the river, fish, and isolation, while an author recalls struggle before literary success, hinting at behind the curtain battles.
A fragmented explanation of Southern life contrasts aristocratic traits with labor practices. It notes family size, intermarriage among cousins, social rituals, and estate life in Virginia and South Carolina, including dining schedules, domestic labor costs, and class expectations in Charleston.
At the Raleigh hotel Col. J L Brown president of the Tampa Chamber of Commerce extols Tampa growth and the Isthmian Exposition plan. He cites port depth, rail access, labor shortages, and proposed exhibition funding. Ireland’s Richard Hazleton praises American practicality but critiques smaller town newspapers. Mining engineer H Brataber lauds US mining, notes Alaska, Nevada, and California copper developments.
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