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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Nov 09, 1909

Page

44

Washington Post subscription terms and border policy notes

The Washington Post lists subscription details including daily and Sunday delivery, with options for one month, one week, or one year, and notes about payments in advance. It discusses Monroe doctrine, Mexico, and implications of U.S. military action near the border, referencing Canada and imperial policy. It also lists advertising and postal information for subscriptions and representatives in New York and Hartford.

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Taft and Possum Feasts Stir Local Conversation in 1009

The report describes Taft praising possum as a palatable food, recounting a possum hunt and how the animal was prepared. Archibald Butt and others are mentioned in relation to the hunt, with vivid details on killing, dressing, and cooking methods. The piece blends humor and rustic detail in a period voice.

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Debate Over Monroe Doctrine and Canada’s Defense Policy

The article argues Canada must resist closer military alignment with the United States and preserve autonomy under the Monroe Doctrine. It discusses imperial pressures, Canadian leaders, and opposition to anti British naval power, stressing defense of Quebec and Montreal and the risk of undermining sovereignty.

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Taft stresses law as guiding force in reform drive

In Macon Taft defends following existing statutes while pursuing reform. He explains that lawmakers must change laws rather than presidents bending rules, and previews many measures for the next session to advance reform without bypassing legal processes.

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New Theater opens in New York aims for art driven stage

Ambitious project backed by sponsors like Wye and Morgans opens with Antony and Cleopatra. Officials promise a national theater devoted to the best in drama, mixing Shakespeare and old school classics with occasional melodrama and operas. The venture seeks to elevate theater beyond commercialism, relying on public support and reception.

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Etiquette and Riot at Vienna Race Track Stir Debate

A Vienna race track riot follows the disqualification of early favorites and the victory of the fourth, with beer throwers aiming at judges. The piece warns that such vandalism clashes with sporting tradition and may alarm American readers about future track behavior.

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Alabama alfalfa tale shows farming shifts and navy talk

A Southern planter praises alfalfa to boost soil and yields, noting cotton’s declining labor needs and alfalfa grazing. The piece cites Mississippi and Alabama examples, predicts meat exports, laments labor patterns among freedmen, and touches on global events from Britain to Turkey and China.

Farmer Finds Snake Hoard Under New Jersey Bridge

The Montclair incident recounts farmer Edward Sonstrom finding a five foot long snake near Toney's Brook bridge on Bay Street. The reptile allegedly swallowed coins and the farmer recovered 492 in change including silver quarters dimes nickels and a half dollar. The scene remains at the bridge as proof of the curious hoard.

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Why Turkey Stocks Fell From A Parasite Disease

A historic science brief explains turkeys are scarce due to a disease causing appendicitis like inflammation. Researchers including Smith Tyner Hadley and Field link the spread from turkeys to partridge and quail, noting the parasite Et hag donnatta, thought to be an amoeba, attacks the digestive tract and has wiped out flocks across New England Virginia Michigan.

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Ostrich Farming in Australia and Odd Scribbles

The article traces early ostrich farming in Australia noting Malcolm's import of 109 birds to South Australia in 188, the 19 law granting land for profitable exhibition, and the South Australian Ostrich Company founded in 1885 with 1100 birds. It cites ventures in New South Wales Queensland and Victoria and reports about 200 birds overall. Also includes a string of humorous classroom jokes and anecdotes from The Mouths of Babes column.

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Famous Bonaparte Estate For Sale Near Lake Geneva

Swiss estate Prangins on Lake Geneva, once owned by Prince Jerome Napoleon and later by Prince Louis Bonaparte, is sold to a syndicate. Plans call for a high class hotel and hydropathic center, preserving historic rooms and art treasures amid dramatic lakeside views and former Bonapartist associations. The sale follows a lineage of imperial figures and shifting family fortunes across Europe.

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New York Theatre Scene Draws British Debate on Art

London critic Corbie reports New Yorks theater boom signals shift from wealth display to culture. Gov Hughes praised, yet Times notes audience chic shows aristocratic appeal. Anton and Cleopatra rehearsal draws a Parisian level of prestige and a flood of socialites to Central Park West theater.

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Nebraska as political steadiness in 1900 election balance

Nebraska stands as the closest state in equalized party forces, with Republicans narrowly beating Democrats in state offices while Bryan’s national leadership maintains Democratic strength. The state shows a rare stable equilibrium, unlikely to persist if Bryan loses national control.

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Beavers And Flying Fish Law Trial In Winsour State

The trial of Henry Carmiller for violating a long standing game law in Winsour is described. A deputy game warden Henry Flo arrested him for enticing or taking flying fish or behemoth in Beaver Creek. The law, mocked when passed, remains on the statute books and is to be enforced. A shipment of flying fish to John Portle from Africa with Roosevelt edition is noted.

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Girls Must Learn to Swim Mandate for City Pupils

Sostan Disnatch reports that Easton authorities decree all girls above first grade, including those incapacitated, must use public baths under swimming instructors. Instructors appointed by laity or State sign a certificate used by the director of hygiene in schools. The school board credits graduates with points toward final marks for proving swimming ability.

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Bonfire of Cigars Sparks Revival Fire In Wichita

A Wichita merchant on Murdock Avenue burned cigars and tobacco in a backyard bonfire after a revival meeting conviction that tobacco is wrong. Neighbors reported a strong odor as Brees heaped boxes and cartons on the flames, then disappeared as a crowd gathered and prayers followed.

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No Title to the Pole New York Times discussion

In the New York Times analysis based on the American Journal of International Law Dr Scott reviews Arctic claims, tracing prior ventures and their aims, and analyzes the discovery case for the pole. It argues that occupancy by an expedition is needed for title though arctic seas and lands pose practical limits and near impossible occupation.

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Chidren and Fathers Tales and a Chinaberry Tree Action

Anecdotes recount a boy defying orders to surprise his mother and later his father and a clergyman’s baptismal tale about a child named Original Story. The piece also notes the Allante Cagstne’s push to exterminate chinaberry trees, with government support for cutting down trees along rights of way in Porléa and calls for others to follow suit.

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Founts of Folly in a Chicago News Parody

A garbled Chicago news fragment satirizes male pride and social pretenses. It jabs at men who pretend strength, notes misplaced blame on cigarettes, and mentions Dr Cocks lectures on a pole tax. The piece relies on wry metaphor and fragmented phrases.

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Reflections of 4 Bachelor from the New York Frese Humanity

Fragmented quotes discuss wit and deception by a man and a woman. It notes a man’s generosity, social circles, and the burden of others deciding his management of affairs. The text reads as a humorous, satirical riff on gender dynamics and gambling.

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Views of Visitors in Washington and Virginia Politics

Bascom Slemp, Virginia Republican leader, says GOP gains in recent election were modest but real and vows renewed effort to win Virginia. He rejects rumors of national leaders ousting him, notes support from Merchant Marine League and congressmen in pull for ship subsidy. Worries over tariff talks and southern loyalty to the Republican cause are discussed as farmers face weather and market pressures.

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