Te Washington Publication Office Tariff Talk and Free Trade Debate
A fragmented article discusses tariff reform and protectionists in Massachusetts, mocking Hancock era tariffs, arguing against free wool and free hides, noting New England’s push for freer trade with Canada and Newfoundland. It cites consular reports, Germany's development under protection, and cautions about Santo Domingo policy and domestic reform.
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Committee On Federal Relations
Massachusetts
Gen
Hancock
Ohio
Texas
Wyoming
Montana
Roger Q. Milla
Congress
New England
En Gros
Mr. Springer
Iowa
Kansas
Beef Trust
Great West
Southwest
Nora
General Court of
United States
Canada
Newfoundland
Fragmented musings on war, politics, and society prompts
An assortment of overheard opinions and satirical remarks touches on war with England, Taft junkets, Philippine expenses, beef trusts, society women, and a Chicago club for the lonely. The overheard snippets interweave politics, finance, religion, and medicine with a wry, disjointed tone.
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Chicago
Democratic Club
Color Line in Civil Service Sparks Debate
A Indianapolis News essay defends non discrimination in appointing Negroes like Charles W. Anderson as internal revenue collector in New York City. The piece urges judging by merit, not race, and cites Roosevelt’s square deal as a guide, while questioning motives if identity overrides qualifications. It frames the issue within northern and southern contrasts and stresses fairness.
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Indianapolis News
North
South
Roosevelt
Charles W. Anderson
Internal Revenue
New York City
New York
Mr Anderson
Anderson
Good Advice for All from Illinois paper excerpt
A Chicago Inter Ocean note on thrift and living within means cites Dr. Washington’s advice as sound for all Americans. An Albany Journal insert argues fair-minded citizens seek legal verdict, not condemnation, of Standard Oil, awaiting Commissioner Garfield’s inquiry results.
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Chicago Inter Ocean
The
Albany Journal
Standard Oil Company
Garfield
Unbounded Confidence in Canal Governance Debate
The Pittsburg Dispatch notes that construction authorization occurred in 1902 and focuses on who will govern the zone. The New York Mail argues the public would not accept a return to past inferior world status or to 1849 panic conditions.
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New York World
Russia
Japan
Ruseta
Pittsburg
New York Mail
Panama
Gorgas
Colon
Wallace
Illinois Central
Mississippi Valley
New Orleans
Reflections of a Bachelor from the New York Press
A fragmentary column mocks male vanity and social routines through humorous reflections on dating, riding in an automobile, and a mother admiring her baby. The piece critiques liberal illusions and bachelor experiences with a breezy, ironic tone.
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New York
Late Gossip of Foreign Capitals
A critical portrait of Walter Long as Ireland secretary in the Balfour cabinet contrasts with George Wyndham and Winston Churchill’s label of cabinet pygmies. The piece notes Long’s dog law notoriety, Irish clashes with Dr. Tanner, and a history of cricket and steeplechase antics. It also discusses Indian gift diplomacy, crown ceremonies, and the Prince of Wales tour.
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Walter Long
Ireland
Phoenix Lodge
George Wyndham
Winston Churchill
Long
House of Commons
Dr. Tanner
Cork
United Kingdom
Earl of Cork
Wiliam Lawrence
Prince of Wales
Lord Curzon
Sir Willam
Calcutta
Simla
India
Lord Cromer
Lord Northbrook
Gordon
Khartoum
Lord Ripon
Nathan
Matthew Nathan
Hongkong
Manquish da Fonthnoy
Wealth Worship Rejected In Advice On True Worth
A Nashville American piece argues against measuring worth by money in a wealth rich era. It cites Father Ducey and Yale’s Dr. Hadley, urging public spirit and ideals over lucrative fees and wealth, noting scholars, artists, and teachers have shaped history more than money makers.
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Nashville
New York
Father Ducey
Wall Street
Hadley
Yale
Who pays the bills for Santo Domingo debt relief
The Boston Herald questions who should bear US expenses as receiver for the bankrupt Santo Domingo republic. It notes that customs house costs may be covered from receipts, but other necessary costs, including naval presence to oust Morales, remain unpaid. The piece doubts compensation will come and mocks bondholders’ potential gratitude gesture.
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Santo Domingo
Adinistration
Santo Do‘omingo
United States
Col. Bryan
Kurovatkin
Tim Kuropatkin
Tie Pass
Oyama
Carnegie
Santo
D Domingo
California
Boston Herald
Republic of Santo Domingo
Senate
Morales
Chicago News
Einsea
Hig
Cose
Power in Clothes and Title in Mark Twain Essay
This clipping bundles quotes on status symbols from Mark Twain and other sources, arguing clothing and titles grant authority and influence. It juxtaposes royal regalia with naked kings and cites wedding banter, social observations, and wry maxims about manners, ambition, and marriage.
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Mark Twain
North American Review
Gifts to Americans Hinted In German Copyright Row
In Berlin the Reichstag debated Germany US copyright terms. Dr Mueller termed the January 15 1992 pact a free gift of German intellectual property to Americans. He cited book prices to compare cross border costs and urged adherence to the Berne convention or strong protections. Vice Chancellor Posadowsky-Wehner noted US negotiations for a new treaty would scrutinize copyright from a German interest view.
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Berlin
Reichstag
Mueller
Meiningen
Germany
United States
Georg Ebar
William Busch
Posadowsky-Wehner
White House denies Cum mings for Baltimore customs post
Secretary Loeb stated for the President that Henry S Cum mings, the Maryland colored orator who spoke at Chicago, will not be appointed collector of customs at Baltimore next June. Stone’s term runs to 1906, and a reappointment or another Marylander of prominence will be chosen. Rumors tied Committings to Baltimore amid a state campaign.
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White House
Maryland
Loeb
Henry S Cummings
Chicago
Baltimore
William F. Stone
Stone
Charles W. Anderson
Colored Demosthenes
Internal Revenue
New York City
Aumn
President and the South Discuss Appointments Policy
Congressman L F Livingston reports a talk with President Roosevelt who aims to please the South in upcoming appointments. The President will keep Republican ranks if possible, but may partner with the Democratic party for suitable material. Livingston says the President seeks South conciliation and will likely appoint fewer negroes locally and more in the North.
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Livingston
Atlanta
L. F. Livingston
Roosevelt
South
Col. Livingston
Eulogy of Roosevelt Commemorative Service in Paris
A commemorative service for President Roosevelt's inauguration was held at St. Joseph's Church in Paris at 1 am. Foreign Minister Delcasse was represented by M. Delvincourt. attendees included Ambassador Porter, the American Embassy staff, Sir Francia Bertle, Admiral Sir Charles Fane, and allied diplomats. The church front displayed American and French flags as Abbe McMullan delivered a sermon praising Roosevelt.
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Paris
Roosevelt
St. Joseph's Church
Avenue Hoche
Delcasse
M. Delvincourt
Ambassador Porter
Francia Ebertle
Charles Fane
Abbe McMullan
Escort for the President to Louisville by Confederate veterans
The George Astin Camp of United Confederate Veterans agreed to escort President Roosevelt during his Louisville visit on April 4. The camp previously performed a similar duty for President Hayes. Officials have not announced exact arrival times or stay length, but plans anticipate the President traveling via Cincinnati and the Louisville reception committee meeting his train at La Grange.
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Louisville
George Astin
United Confederate Veterans
Committee On
Roosevelt
President Hayes
Washington
Cincinnati
Louisvile
la Grange
Nashville
Our Diplomatic Position on Venezuela Dispute
State Department avoids intervention in the Venezuela case with the French Cable Company. The policy trusts European powers and South American states to settle disputes mutually without permanent lodgment. No repeat of past tensions involving Minister Bowen or moves toward Hague arbitration.
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State Department
Venezuela
Bowen
Sastre
Hague
Admiral Davis in New York amid royal honor talk
Rear Admiral C. H. Davis U S N has returned from Europe aboard the steamer Finland and confirmed King Edward’s intention to honor him. Lord Lansdowne conveyed the king’s regret that the admiral could not come to London. Davis called the North Sea commission’s ending satisfactory and noted likely immediate departure for Washington.
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C. H. Davis
Europe
Finland
Edward
Davis
Lord Lansdowne
Paris
London
North Sea Commission
Washington
Rockefeller offers to buy Kansas refinery bonds
Topeka March 16 Gov Hoch was informed that John D Rockefeller of Standard Oil would be glad to purchase the entire issue of bonds for a state oil refinery venture on a strict business basis. Wichita and Hutchinson banks wired that they would take the issue.
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Washington Post
Topeka
Kans
Gov. Hoch
John D. Rockefeller
Standard Oil Company
O Banks
Wichita
Hutchinson
Utah Senator Sutherland Rivalry and Mormon Church Role
Senator Sutherland of Utah disputes claims that Mormon Church support is required to win a U S Senate seat. He cites his own primary fight without church aid, notes anti Mormon sentiment among Gentiles, and praises Joseph F Smith for keeping church out of politics. He warns Senator Dubois may be misinformed.
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National Congress of Mothers
Senate
United States
Utah
Sutherland
Thomas Kearns
Raleigh
Mormon Church
Smoot
Mr. Daly
Sliver King
Kearns
Joseph F Smith
Glad Tidings for President From Pittsburg Birth Rate Up Across Allegheny
Special to The Washington Fest reports a continuing surge in births across Allegheny County with districts including Homestead McKeesport and Braddock showing record increases. The board of health notes a 27 percent rise last week over the prior week, reflecting a notable spike in new arrivals in the steelWorking region and the city of Pittsburg.
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Pittsburg
Allegheny County
Homestead
McKeesport
Braddock
Allegheny
Board of Health
Retail Hardware Dealers Push Lower First Class Postage
The National Retail Hardware Dealers convention renewed opposition to parcel post and urged a reduction in first class postage from two cents to one cent per ounce. They argue parcel post raises government costs and benefits mail order houses at small retailers' expense. A Chicago convention is planned for Lincoln centennial events.
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Minn
Natonal Retail Hardware Dealers
Chicago
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