Inaugural Suggestions and Policy Debates of 1905
A Washington Post piece argues for reforms in future inaugurations, urging tighter crowd control from civic groups, better lighting, and more efficient public funding. It also critiques congressional actions on Philippine tariff relief and urges strict enforcement of the city smoke law, calling for impartial prosecution and decisive action.
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Roosevelt
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Science Skill and Superstition in War
The article argues that Japanese forces excel in endurance rapid movement and subsistence cost and in medical science surpassing others. It questions Western pride and asserts the Mikado army has achieved high effectiveness through science and skill while noting reports may be accurate. It also hints at a broader wartime assessment.
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Japan
China
Europe
United States
Usermng
East
Oobi
Ormentil
Backward Pupils in New York Schools
Dr E G Brown, examining physician for New York’s education department, estimates about 10 000 backward children in city schools based on partial tests. He suggests thorough study would raise the figure and calls for careful separation and special training, noting only 270 receive such instruction and that mixed classes hinder progress.
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Department of Education
New York
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Adout
Backward Pupils and Santo Domingo Debt Policy
A column argues for graded classes to help backward pupils without bruising their self esteem. It compares U.S. policy on Santo Domingo debts to West Virginia’s post Civil War debts, condemning force as a tool for sovereign states and urging adherence to long-standing open door diplomacy while warning against imperial ventures and risky loans.
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West Virginia
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Roosevelt
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Senate
In England the Speaker’s Seat and royal alliances debated
The piece surveys the English Speakership with Liberal tenure, Conservative pressure to replace Speaker Gully, and the looming general election. It details pensions, titles, and the politics of who may ascend, plus a digression into Victor Hugo’s grandchildren and their marriages and divorces. It also touches Sweden’s royal lineage tracing Vasa roots and the succession.
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England
Gully
John Gully
James William Lowther
Gerard Lowther
Atherton Blight
New York
Song
Palace of Westminster
Victor Hugo
Liart Dette Grandpere
Jeanne
Jean Charcot
Cornelus Vanderblit
Leon da
Dr Charcot
George
Adele Hugo
India
Jersey
Singapore
France
Paris
Hawley and Osterhaus honored as retired army generals
The Springfield Republican notes Congress praised Senator Hawley and Gen. Osterhaus by placing them on the retired list of the army with full rank and pay. The Missouri delegation pressed the measure, while critics call the action indefensible favoritism and urge alternative relief, with concerns about expanding retired ranks. The piece contrasts domestic policy with imports and health trends, and ends reflecting on England's lobster shell analogy.
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House of Representatives
Ways and Means Committee
Philadelphia Press
Philippine Islands
United States
Java
Taft
Springfield
Mass
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Connecticut
Missouri
Osterhaue
Gen Osterhaus
Hawley
Hill
Fragmented and cynical quips from old newspaper humor pages
A collage of satirical lines and banter from various papers. Jokes about politics, fashion, and social norms appear alongside snippets about ship life, a tailor’s prices, and a widow’s cleverness. The tone is caustic and comic, reflecting early 20th century magazine humor.
Groundhog Rival Hints Weather From East Washington Street
A quirky rural collage notes a shifted weather forecast by animal signs. George Huber found a black and brown mix caterpillar on his East Washington Street boardwalk, displayed as an exhibit, while deducing winter severity from color. The item includes assorted regional clippings and humorous notes from various towns.
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George Huber
East Washington Street
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Huber
Hill Ardinger
New Hampshire Governor Leads In Roosevelt Inauguration Attendance
At the New Willard in Washington Governor John M Lane and his private secretary George H Moses discuss the New Hampshire delegation's prominence at the Roosevelt inauguration. Moses notes the governor’s strong Roosevelt alignment, the statewide support, and the lively race for the Republican nomination with hopefuls Flood and Glenleaf among key contenders. The piece blends anecdotes of hotel arrivals and political maneuvering, highlighting profiles of influential visitors and the era’s political currents.
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Union
George H Moses
New Willard
Moses
Concord Evening Monitor
Washington
John M Lane
Roosevelt
Philadelphia
Bim Ifam
New England
Hampshire
Moses Wenton
Guy Milane
Ny Cour Cail
Charles IT Glenleaf
Franconia
Lach
Guy Velane
Nomininis
Sane
Senator Gallinge
Republican State Committee
City Bank scandal draws tax dodge accusation in New York
Hartford Courant views the City Bank property purchase as a tax dodge. It notes the bank holds the title in government’s name while paying rent and collecting 4 percent annual yield, with taxes reportedly evaded and the city’s revenue impacted. The piece labels tax dodging by the rich as a mean, demoralizing act.
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City Bank
New York
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