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The Washington Post announces subscription terms for delivery by carrier in Washington and Alexandria by mail, with annual Sunday delivery. Remittances via drafts, checks, post office orders, or registered express orders payable to The Washington Post Co. Includes foreign advertising representation details and a publication date of Saturday, November 6, 1908.
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Washington Post Co
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Pickle Opportunity Favors Gaynor for New York Mayoral Race
A fragmentary editorial argues William J Gaynor could bring an honest, thorough reform to New York City government and stand as a strong presidential candidate, contending he must first prove capable as mayor by exposing graft and delivering reforms before aiming for national leadership. It recalls Tilden and other historic figures to illustrate the qualities needed in a true statesman.
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J Gaynor
Samuel J Tilden
Gaynor
New York
Hercules
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Rand
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Halft
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Tilden
Gaynor m Yea Glaga
Walt Tel
Ad Cromwell
Wellington Perther
Bismarck
Andy Jackson
Irown
Teddy Toosevelt
Parthee
Abraham Lincoln
Brown
Housekeeping as Lost Art Proposed to Elevate Slum Health
A report to the commissioner advocates establishing a Washington school of housekeeping in the slums to combat disease, ignorance, and moral decline. The curriculum would center on cooking as a science, with training for servants, aiming to uplift public health and living conditions in neglected areas.
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Washington
Jet Washington
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Critique of Congress Over Immigration Laws and Black Hand Fears
A writer condemns Congress for not enacting stricter immigration laws and for failing to create a foreign secret service to vet would be emigrants. He questions a supposed vast Black Hand network, arguing law enforcement trusts no such organized group and that the solution lies in enforcing existing laws rather than abroad secrecy or harsher statutes.
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Washington
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Government Should Mind Its Own Business on Polar Dispute
A verbose critique argues officials should educate immigrants to be good citizens and avoid meddling in the Cook-Peary quarrel. It notes the State Department’s refusal to take sides, mocks scientists seeking influence, and urges Copenhagen to ignore overzealous requests.
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Department
University of Copenhagen
Cook
Copenhagen
Pole
Rockefeller Gift Sparks Debate Over Southern Self Respect
The piece assesses Rockefellers million-dollar hookworm campaign, noting mixed Southern reception and medical backing amid questions of pride and authority. It contrasts English legal delays with Tafts push for court reform and critiques wasteful American habits, urging frugality and distrust of trusts.
French Waterways and Paris's Inland Power
The article extols France's inland water system centered on Paris and its canal network as a model for efficient transport. It contrasts French waterway leadership with American neglect, arguing that proper use of natural and artificial waterways can boost commercial prosperity and rival France's achievements. It cites political debate on tariffs and public finance, touching on contemporary figures and policy stances.
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France
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Repub
Another Fallacy From Tyla Review on Busy Yet Worthless
The passage critiques the notion that constant busyness equals usefulness by presenting humorous anecdotes. A fleas ridden dog is busiest when biting and snapping, yet of little practical value. A neighbor youth with a cheap watch and cigarette smoking is busy but worth little in a water barrel measure.
Twenty Cent Cotton Plan Attracts Georgia Farmers
From the Macon convention of the Georgia branch of the National Farmers Union, a plan to hold cotton indefinitely at 20 cents per pound is outlined. A $9,000,000 mobilizes Georgia funds held in banks to support consolidated warehouses, enabling loans against cotton while offering higher sale value. Interest on the loan funds is paid by borrowers, with expectations of stable prices though not guaranteed. The plan aims to protect planters from market swings, drawing keen attention from cotton states manufacturers and traders.
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S& Plan
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TRANSFORMED GERMANY Review of Herlene
The piece surveys Germany's dramatic 18th to 19th century growth, noting industrial expansion, rising wealth, and population gains since 1800. It contrasts cultural acclaim with enduring poverty, and foresees Germany as a nascent industrial power poised to rival England despite boundary limits and evolving global influence.
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Germany
Europe
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Disraeli
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Midas
England
Age of Olive Trees in Syria and Nearby Lands
The article notes ancient olive trees in Syria with ages stated as over five centuries, a block of 300 000 trees planted for commercial use, and an olive grave near Beirut claimed as the world’s third largest olive farm. It discusses European cultivation methods and historic low yields due to traditional thrashing practices, plus profit shares for grinders and pickers at 10 and 5 percent respectively.
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Tripoli
Beirut
Vienna Frowns On An American Wife
An American woman, wife of a French diplomat, faces social ostracism in Vienna as her husband’s recall from Vienna unfolds. Jean Guillemin, recently promoted, is seen as ambitious and is blamed for straining ties with Austrian society and the embassy. The couple’s pro-Russian stance and strained relations with Ambassador Crozier deepen the rift, prompting Paris to recall them. Sir Claud Rivett Carnac’s death also noted with conflation warnings about similarly named relatives.
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Paris
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Jean Guillemin
Department’ of Foreign Affairs
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St. Petersburg
Parla Tragesman
Guillemin
Madeline
Mme, de Montebello
London
Constantinople
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Mme de Montebello
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Stamboul
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Bellamy
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Grand Monde
Philippe Crozier
Brefress
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
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Hosteus
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Austola
Themeel
Russa
Austria
Rusata
Italy
Racconiet
House of Hapsburg
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Forest conservation urged by states and citizens
The Washington Post notes the real forestry problem lies in state and individual action not federal scope. It argues national forests are only a small part of land to be saved and that states must launch systematic conservation and reforestation plans and promote forest culture locally.
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Great Britain
Virginia
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Virginian
Washington Post
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Plague of Baboons Menaces Niger Farmers
From the Wide World Magazine a report on baboon raids in Niger, especially in northern hill regions. Baboons threaten crops, livestock, and child safety, with protectorate officers told by a queen that farming cannot continue. Sir William Wallace recalls seeing droves and firing at two large males, noting the monkeys’ defense system and bark signaling to scouts.
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Niger
Wiliam Wallace
Explaining an Excuse in an Atlanta Trade Setting
An Atlanta merchant reproves Ike the porter for lateness and Ike offers a comical, improvised alibi about being kicked by a mule. The employer insists on accountability, while Ike insists his delay was not his fault, offering a roundabout explanation.
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Uke
Boston Student Faces Eastern Travel Quiz
A misread exam tale from Harvard and Cambridge scenes depicts travelers from Boston Westward, with a professor and a student facing brainteasers about geography and physiology. The vignette drifts from Chicago to Indiana and into a satirical riff on Cambridge and gastric juice questions.
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RACE TEST OF CITIZENSHIP AND GAS TURBINE NOTES
The article discusses naturalization debates focusing on the term white persons in old and revised statutes, with reference to Ottoman subjects and ethnic classifications. It also describes Henry Suplee's Cassier feature on a new gas turbine by Karava- Line, outlining design, performance, fuel use, and potential industrial impact.
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Eageline
Karaveding
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The Choir and the Coming Craze Poem Scan
From the Chicago Nave Our leading treble and contralto are described with high style and humor. A bass and tenor boast grand vocal power as the choir is imagined as an angelic scene. The Coming Craze foresees a future aeroplane aristocracy and the poet vows to own an aeroplane himself.
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Chicago
Town Receives Dog Heritage After Beloved Pet’s Death
The London Globe reports a town gains £5 yearly from the death of a dog named Bibi who lived at Nutts Saint Georges in the Côte d Or. The dog, once owned by two residents of Nutte Opnis, left about 15 000 francs to the town with conditions. His will had set an annual stipend of 126 francs for his keep, and the town now earns interest on the principal from his bequest.
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Virginia
Aerial Smuggling Emerges From Pagner Machenies
A fragment notes that France to England air crossings, once remarkable, may soon be common as night flight requires no ground guide. Smuggling potential is cited for small, costly items like diamonds and jewels carried in hand satchels, with capable yet unobtrusive craft.
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France
England
Hong
Wedding Woes and Witty Words From A Prominent Scribbler
A quirky Chicago Newe column ponders marriage and reform, noting that ending bad habits is hard and reform starts at home. It jokes that wedding plans hinge on harmony, a nap can mislead, and marriage can reveal a person’s best or worst traits.
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Reflections of a Bachelor by Praml in the New York Press
A humorous column notes the fickleness of men and women in love and marriage. It contrasts a man craving loud praise for his partner with a wintry mood that nips at romance. The piece ponders what keeps an old maid hopeful and jokes about spelling and old dictionaries.
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New York Press
Politician Talk and Wildlife Tales Stir Shoreham Crowd
In a Shoreham hotel discussion, John Trainor of Richmond compares animal and human courage, recounting a Virginia hunt and possum tales. A Pennsylvanian election swing toward Republicans is noted, praising Taft era tariff revision and leadership figures like Penrose. Edward King hails Eastern Ohio prosperity under Payne Aldrich and booster remarks mark local political mood.
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Harry K Daughesty
Mercer
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Taft
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Edward A King
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Amalgamated Association
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