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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Nov 09, 1909
Page
14
The text outlines subscription options and rates for the Washington Post with daily and Sunday delivery and advance payment. It discusses Mexico and the Monroe doctrine, noting no loss of Mexico's independence and suggesting limited aim of any American military action to defend Canada, reflecting imperialist debate within era discourse.
A Taft commentary from 1009 recounts possum as a valued food, noting admiration for its flavor and a lengthy account of hunting, preparation, and cooking methods. It describes methods to kill and dress the animal, and mentions observers including Archibald Butt and Ole James, with mentions of freezing, pepper, and serving ideas.
A fragmented quotation from a wartime or imperialist debate discusses Canada resisting closer ties with the United States and defending sovereignty under the Monroe Doctrine. The piece cites figures like Goldsin Smith and Laurier era actors arguing for autonomy against imperial entanglements and fears of U.S. dominance.
The article notes mounting pressure on Collector Loeb from New York importers and allies seeking his removal, citing charges of criminal ties and custom-house fraud. It reports President Taft’s belief in following existing laws, resisting extralegal measures, and planning to propose reforms at the next session to address corruption within legal bounds.
The New Theater in New York debuts with Antony and Cleopatra, aiming to elevate drama beyond commerce. Sponsors promise artistic integrity, featuring a mix of classic and modern works, with ten performers and a strict wholesome educational standard. Public reception will determine its fate as it balances art and commercial realities.
The article notes a Vienna race track riot after the disqualification of the first three horses and the victory of the fourth. It criticizes the crowd’s violence and warns that such behavior contradicts the sport’s traditions. It reflects fears the attitude could spread to American crowds and undermine sporting decorum.
A Southern planter cites alfalfa as a labor free crop improving soil and yields, with one Mississippi example showing bale and a half per acre after four years. The piece discusses regional prospects for beef, pork, and dairy, noting northern migration for farming, labor issues, and broader economic implications across Alabama and nearby regions.
Farmer Edward Sonstrom finds a five foot snake under a Montclair New Jersey bridge near Toney's Brook. The reptile swallowed coins worth 492 dollars including two quarters, eleven quarters, nine dimes, fifteen nickels and two dollars, arranged by size in its purse. Local tale ends with Sonstrom keeping the snake and coins as proof.
A historic science note links turkey scarcity to an appendicitis like disease decimating flocks from New England to Virginia and Michigan. Researchers led by Smith Tyater Hadley and Tield describe a parasite labeled as coccidium avium and emphasize no effective treatment or operation exists for affected birds.
Prince Louis Bonaparte a cavalry general in retirement has reportedly agreed to sell the Prangins estate on Lake Geneva. The property includes the chateau, villas, boathouses, and art treasures once tied to Prince Jerome Napoleon and Princess Clothilde. A syndicate plans turning it into a luxury hotel and hydropathic, preserving historic associations amid a dramatic change of ownership.
London dispatch hailed New York as turning from market wealth to art and noted the new theater scene. A Wall Street aristocracy vibe impressed, with A B Walkley describing Central Park West spectacle and New Theater’s appeal to intellectuals over mass democracy.
Nebraska stands as the closest state in the nation to equalize party forces with Democratic Bryan leading the state ticket and Republican balance. The article notes minor margins for state offices, suggesting political stability amid a volatile national scene, and warns that Bryan’s leadership of the Democratic party underpins Nebraska’s conservative split.
The trial of Henry Carmiller for violating a Winsour game law was heard last week after deputy Henry Flo arrested him. The law prohibits enticing snaring spearing or taking any man or female flying fish. The judge noted the statute dates from 18 and remains enforceable, despite ridicule of its strictness. The flying fish were sent to John Portle by a friend in Africa with the Roosevelt edition.
Sostan Disnatch to New York Tribune reports a new rule requiring girls above first grade who are not capacitated to take part in public bathing under supervision. Instructors appointed by authorities will issue certificates, accepted by the school board, with graduation points awarded accordingly.
A Murdock avenue merchant named Brees burned cigars and tobacco in his back yard after a revival meeting led him to oppose tobacco use. He piled boxes on flames and added chewing tobacco and smoking tobacco. A crowd gathered, a prayer service followed as he disappeared.
The article reviews the Arctic title question from the American Journal of International Law. It discusses prior Arctic ventures and their aims, then analyzes whether sovereignty can be acquired by discovery or occupation. It notes high seas versus near shore limits, and states that formal occupancy would be needed, which is unlikely, with references to Greenland Teeland Lapland and lands north of Hudson Bay.
A collage of excerpts describes a stubborn child who resists orders and aims to prove independence, a playful barter of dialect humor, a baptismal naming anecdote about Original Story, and a note on Chinaberry tree extermination with government action. The pieces reflect1890s to early 20th century newspaper storytelling and local color.
A garbled fragment shows a menagerie of aphorisms about temper, marriage, cigarettes, and honesty. The piece hints at satire or editorial remarks on social behavior, mentioning Dr Cocks lectures and a pole tax as headings within a faded text.
Fragmented phrases from a periodite column discuss wit and deception in relationships and opinions on money and social expectations. The text references a New York publication and hints at male-female dynamics, gambling mentions, and how others judge a man’s finances.
Bascom Slemp Virginia Republican leader says gains in the last election were proportional to votes, expects renewal of the fight to capture Old Dominion. He dismisses rumors of national leaders ousting him and defends Cabell’s position while noting support shifts in ship subsidy legislation and farm interests amid tariff tempers.
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