Washington Post fragment on Spanish-American War context
The fragment references the Washington Post publication office near Fourteenth Street and mentions Boston hearing Spanish guns during the Spanish-American War. It notes subscription terms, delivery details in Washington and Alexandria, and a discussion hinting at Monroe Doctrine relevance and anti-American sentiment in a campaign, with scattered dates and notes on publication cadence.
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Boston
Grey
Washington
Foundation Canada
Alexandria
Tifa
Tale S
Rate War Between States Sparks Interstate Rail Dispute
A Louisiana challenge to Texas railroad rates before the Interstate Commerce Commission raises questions of states rights and interstate commerce. The Louisiana petition describes Texas as wielding imperial power over railroads, granting rebates and crippling neighboring trade, while Minnesota notes similar, though lesser, concerns. The governors at a conference endorse the citizenship of state actions in this broader conflict.
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Hackeys
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Aldriches
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Spring Lake
Louisiana
Texas
Minnesota
San Yorn
Interstate Commerce Commission
New Orleans
Texas Railroad Commission
Texas Commission
Shreveport
Texas Ines
New Orleana
Galveston
Texas Rairoad Commission
Railroad Commission
Cver
Governors’ Conference
Poison, Primaries and Politics Stir Aroused Era Commentary
A provocative column contrasts evolving poison crimes with echoes of the Borgias and Brinvilliers, then pivots to presidential primaries. It weighs dangers of poisoning past and present while pondering primary reform, noting five states permit primaries and prompting debate on national convention dynamics and political strategy.
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Oie
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McKinsey
Cleveland
Hayes
China
Oregon
Wisconsin
North Dakota
New Jersey
Nebraska
Taft Gains in Minnesota and Calls for Reform
Samuel W. McCall critiques overoptimism in government and urges careful study of constitutional tools like initiative and recall. The Boston Herald notes Taft supporters in Minnesota gaining traction, with Congressmen Davis and Lindbergh shifting toward administration endorsement and insurgent pressure easing statewide.
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Taft
Minnesota
Rt. Paul
Boston Herald
Charles R. Davis
St. Peter
John.a. Johnston
Charles A. Lindbergh
Little Falls
la Follette
How Indians Are Named. From the Beton Advertiser
The article notes relief in Indian naming traditions and mocks old time Indian names seen in public prints. It cites Carlisle football names such as She Bear and Long Roach and lists names like Dirty Face and Touch-on-the-Ground from Shoshone reservation records. It argues whites assign many names, not the Indians themselves, due to hurried clerks and misinterpretations.
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Sainte Croix
New Orleans
Beton
Carlisle
She Bear
Big Bear
Wounded Bye
Long Roach
Shoshone
Dirty Face
Mit
Another Johnstown Disaster Sparks Warning on Dam Safety
The Austin Pennsylvania dam break yesterday caused massive loss of life and fire as waters flooded the town. The article notes prior suspicions about the dam, delays in enforcement, and calls for stricter public and official dam oversight to prevent future tragedies.
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Johnstown
Austin
Lfe
The Memphis Reunion and North South Tensions
A Memphis reunion scene shows veterans from both sides marching together amid festive displays, symbolizing reconciliation and unity after Civil War memories. The piece also critiques Canadian anti Americanism and Earl Grey remarks about the Monroe Doctrine as tensions rise over naval power and defense.
Col Roosevelt Refuses All Political Questioning
Col Theodore Roosevelt of New York refuses to discuss politics with an American reporter. He insists he will not answer any political questions or deny rumors, saying he will not talk about policies or future intentions. The reporter leaves without obtaining any statement.
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New York American
Theodore Roosevelt
Col. Roosevelt
Lord Durham to accompany King to India next month
King George selects Lord Durham to accompany him as lord steward of the household for the India trip. Durham, famed for blunt honesty and reforms in British turf, faces a future as twin to his householder brother Fred Lambton. His sister Lady Anne Lambton manages his household.
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King George
Lord Durham
India
Lord Chesterfield
Earl
Queen Mary
Earl of Durham
House
Lord Dunraven
New York Yacht Club
Jockey Club
Richard Croker
Newmarket Heath
Tod Sloan
King Edward
Royal Yacht Squadron
Cowes
Thomas Lipton
Sir George Chetwynd
Gimcrack Club
George
London
Fred
Anne Lambton
Fred Lambton
Freddie Lambton
Lambton Castle
County of Durham
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Elizabeth
James I
Lambton
goHor
Sir Hedworth
Meux
Marquise DE Fontenoy
Brentwood Company
Tariff Board Funds Not Yet in Hand Says Brigham
W I Brigham in the Hantom Transcript argues press alarm over the tariff board being short of funds is overblown. The board will operate on 1911 appropriations and unexpended balances, with an expected six month budget between 176,000 and 100,000. About 145 staff, six in the field, and ongoing reports on wood pulp paper wool and cotton will be ready with Congress.
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Hantom Transcript
Washington
Tariff Board
Congress
Hitchcock praised as alert postmaster general by critics
Postmaster General Hitchcock tours Long Island with Capt. Beck carrying 78 pounds of mail, illustrating his mental alertness and progressive outlook. The piece credits him with stabilizing and expanding the postal service, reducing a substantial inherited deficit and building a $1,000,000 surplus. It lauds his active mind and public-spiritedness while noting his interest in scientific progress and aerial post riding.
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Times
Hitchcock
Long Island
Beck
United States Army
Postal Service of
United States
Taft
Postal Department
General ‘Treasury
One Called Help Muriel Geb Westminster Verse
A Westminster Gazette poem recounts a figure named Muriel Geb bringing aid through a desolate land. The speaker receives pardon and healing, aided by the Water of Life, and the helper names the speaker, entering the palace of Sin and breaking inner bolts to release captivity.
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Harris
Westminster Gazette
Palace of Sin
Cupid Jack o Lantern and the Siletz Indian Bride
In a playful tale from a lampooning Housekeeper column Arthur Gutterman charms Sairey Jane Woz as lovers stroll Lovers Lane. A goblin sighting leads to a lighthearted wedding rumor. Nellie Lane, a Siletz Indian witness in a liquor sale probe, says she lives with her fourteenth husband Moses, who is thrilled by the feat.
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Arthur Gutterman
Will Peterby
Jane Woz
Lovers’ Lane
Portland
New York
Nellie Lane
Siletz
Federal
Siletz Reservation
Moses
Pointed Paragraphs From the Chicago News
A collection of pungent social musings on money, charity, bribes, appearances, and domestic life. The writer lampoons public officials confusion between gifts and bribes and notes men and women navigating advice, style, and marriage with wry humor.
Reflections of a Bachelor from the New York Press
Fragmented satire on relationships and society. The text mocks gender roles and money dynamics with quirky phrases and exaggerated observations. It references marriage, personal courage, and social expectations through a lampooning voice.
Washington Insurgents? Taft Aide Sees Taft Victory
In Raleigh and Washington hotel lobbies prominent figures discuss politics and industry. C M Lum of North Yakima predicts Taft will carry Washington’s delegation and election, cites irrigation and apples as Yakima Valley opportunities, and notes rise of orchard profits and small capital farming. Gen. Gordon recalls Fort Phil Kearney relief and Lincoln era ties. Ernest E. Dallis praises Dr. Wiley and cottonseed oil demand, linking health standards to vast consumption and farmer profits.
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Taft
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Fort Myer
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Fetterman
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Julesburg
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Union Pacific Railway
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Ernest E. Dallis
Atlanta
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Dallis
Bureau of Publicity
Interstate Cotton Seed Crushers’ Association
Cotton Seed
Dr. Wiley
Wiley
Italy Declares War on Turkey Over Tripoli Crisis
Italy declares war on Turkey at 24 hours' notice to seize Tripoli, citing treatment of Italian citizens, investments, and a boycott as pretexts. Commentary from New York World Times Tribune Sun and American papers questions motives, localizing blame, and weighing Europe’s balance of power amid the Eastern Question and broader imperial aims.
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