Historic Washington and the nations capital noted in commentary
A Washington Post column recalls Inaugural history on Pennsylvania Avenue, noting Lincoln and Madison era sites, the Capitol city’s deep ties to American events. It discusses historic landmarks, public memory, and the role of Washington as a living museum for visitors and citizens alike.
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The Visiting Cowboy in Washington Receives Mixed Welcome
A colorful Washington dispatch contrasts the enduring image of the American cowboy with the East's perception, warning that true cowboys resist urban confinement. It cites President Wilson and financiers like Morgan and Parson, arguing that legal enforcement of trust abuses remains slow and debate-worthy.
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New York World
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Princeton
John B Parsons
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Joh M Hocketetlert
J Plerpont Morgan
John J. McCook
Great Unnoticed Fight The New York Press
A long reader summary notes The New York Press attacks Congress and Roosevelt, debating fourteenth and fifteenth amendments enforcement, Hobson’s naval pledge, shirts for China, and political graft. It mentions Cowherd’s DC committee work, Capitol moves, editorial quips, and inauguration chatter with varied tidbits from national figures and newspapers.
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Witty woes and marriage musings from Chicago News
A string of aphorisms on marriage, money, and life’s quirks. Jokes compare spousal costs, home life, and social norms with biting humor. The tone resembles a 19th century column of wry observations about relationships and society.
Royal and European intrigue on marriage and orders
King Victor Bonaparte and Princess Clementine of Belgium figure in a web of royal plans and French republican concerns. The piece notes imperial ambitions, risks to France, and the role of the Order of St Peter amid arrests in France.
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Capitol honors and pension plea mix in forenoon session
In a Capitol forenoon gathering, Congress liquid honors flow as Speaker Cannon receives a massive silver loving cup symbolizing cordiality in the House while Representative John Sharp Williams vetoes a party-only testimonial. A widow seeks a pension. a surgeon’s bills, a casket, and farm goods are cited in a plaintive plea amid the day’s politics.
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The Philosopher of Folly on Marriage
The Philosopher of Folly observes that men who loudly argue that a woman’s true sphere is the home are mostly bachelors who turn pale when marriage is raised. The remark notes a contrast between claimed roles and personal reluctance.
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Naval Strength Debate Reflects U S Maritime Policy
The Nation advocates a robust navy for defense and peace with honor as the naval appropriation bill for the next year meets Senate praise. Senator Hale of Maine defends expansive naval power amid Chicago Tribune critiques, noting the navy’s growth and the contrast with European fleets.
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One Little Regret at Inauguration Parade
In the St Louis Democrat an exchange mocks the contrast between Roosevelt’s grand inauguration procession and Wagner’s view of the Simple Life. A demoralizer and a moralizer debate sayings about eating and being merry versus hot drinks.
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New Cuban Cabinet Formed Under Palma Rule
Havana March 8 formation of a Moderate party cabinet loyal to President Palma completed today with Juan Francisco O Farrill as Secretary of State and Justice Gen Ric Rivera as Secretary of the Treasury Gen Freyre Andrade as Interior Gen Rafael Monta lv o as Public Works Eduardo Yero as Public Instruction Ernesto Sagaro as Agriculture Industry and Commerce Diaz and Ditz not reappointed marking a shift in the Palma administration Senor Vero the only former cabinet member moves from Interior to Public Instruction Diaz’s exclusion surprised observers and affects Public Works leadership The arrangement signals closer ties between Palma and Moderate leaders and reshapes key posts in Havana.
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Death of former U S Senator Wolcott shocks friends in Monte Carlo
In a Monte Carlo report dated March 3, former United States Senator Edward Wolcott of Colorado dies suddenly Wednesday night after a cold began in Palermo. He had visited Cannes and kept rooms near Cesino, enjoyed theatre, and was in otherwise good health. The body is to be moved to a mortuary chapel for obsequies Monday, followed by cremation at Pere-Lachaise with American officials and close associates attending.
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Suit Demands Accounting of United States Shipbuilding Stock
John W Xaung, promoter of United States Shipbuilding Company, files suit in New York asking for an accounting of 80.995 million dollars in securities placed with Mercantile Trust Company as trustee. The complaint alleges failure to deliver and distribute the preferred and common stock and mortgage securities as directed, with no accounting rendered despite demands.
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United States Wins in Hennepin Canal Case
Federal Master in Chancery Harvey W Booth reports a U S victory in the long running Hennepin Canal dispute. Highway commissioners of several townships had challenged bridge construction claiming approaches were too steep and bridges too narrow. Booth finds approaches not steeper than customary and bridges adequate for ordinary traffic.
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Rates Held Unjust In Southern Lumber Cases
Commerce Commission opinions by Commissioner Clements find 2 per 100 lb lumber rate hikes from Southern points to Ohio River destinations unjust. H H Fitz and others and Georgia Saw Mill Association vs Bouthern Railway cited. Central Yellow Pine vs Ishinoja Central Railroad similar rulings. rate increases deemed the result of concerted action by defendants and others.
Sun Spots Again Visible From Naval Observatory Report
Naval Observatory experts report enormous solar disturbances with sunspots recorded by Mr Peters. The group visible last month has brightened again as the sun rotates, showing little change in size. Another large eruption nears the sun’s disc, while a major group is about to disappear from view on the western side.
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Princeton Debaters Named for Harvard Match
In final trials on March 3 Princeton selected its debating team to meet Harvard on March 28. Winners include Fosdick of Buffalo New York Thomas of Lewisburg Pennsylvania and Hugh Hagan of Springfield Ohio. Fosdick won the Spencer Trash prize of $50 for best speaker.
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Postmasters Appointed in Several Towns Yesterday
Fourth class postmasters appointed yesterday include North Pitcher Bail Perkins Tioga Center Mary Sanderson Whiteface Harrington Mills in New York and Benbow in Virginia. Treasury receipts show national bank notes redeemed 1 148 367 and government receipts from internal revenue 1 018 206 with customs 1 129 812 and miscellaneous 65 675. expenditures reach 1 600 000.
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Politicians Gather in Washington Hotels Highlight Indiana and New Jersey Figures
In the Shoreham and New Willard lobbies last evening a mix of influential lawyers, bankers, and political hopefuls from Indiana, New Jersey, Illinois, Wisconsin, and California mingled. Notable names include Henry C Raven Representative-elect from New Jersey Sixth District, Wayne Dumont, and Indianapolis bankers, agrarian figures, and a cadre of future leaders such as Jim Dahiman and E A Hayes.
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