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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Oct 02, 1907

Page

28

Congress Presses for Higher Pay for Army Navy and Marines

A vigorous push in Congress seeks a raise in pay for officers across the army navy and marine corps. After years of stagnation the bill has broad backing from the Woe and Navy departments and presidential support is anticipated. Advocates argue higher pay aligns compensation with foreign standards and assists retention amid tight budgets. Concerns focus on fairness and the risk of undermining discipline without funding, while critics warn against overstepping fiscal limits.

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Fragmented harsh discourse on justice and society

The text mashes arguments about money in legal systems, judge bias, and the moral state of humanity. It references trials, juries, wealth, and the need for reform, with scattered mentions of Milton and divine justice, in a fractured, antiquated style.

A Fragmented Bureaucratic Rant on Morality and Prosperity

A long, disjointed column critiques religion, politics, and social mores. It touches on God and virtue, Hearst's political stance, Prohibition era concerns, and mockery of economic theories, weaving through anecdotes about births and odd local notes with no single clear event.

Prophesies and police call for action in harsh era notes

A miscellany of editorial blasts warn of future shocks from prophecy and frosts of neglect in Texas wealth dreams, while Pennsylvanian police expansion prompts Congress to aid the Metropolitan force. Bits lament money shortages and hunting ethics echo moral reflections on humane sport.

Dog Attacks Bear in Public Sighting at Amityville Show

A bulldog owned by William Bennett mauled a performing bear during a traveling show in the Amityville area near Long Island yesterday. The bear died within half an hour after the dog seized its throat and no bystanders or showmen could separate them.

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Reflections of a Bachelor in Chicago News

A fragmentary column titled Reflections of a Bachelor appears in the Chicago News. The text laments social pretensions and domestic life while mused in a flickering, vaudeville tone.

Old Yew in the Senate and the rise of long terms

A 19th century view on Senate tenure notes, praising long service as a sign of political stability. It contrasts earlier norms where resignations were common, cites Massachusetts figures Webster and Adams, and argues modern tenure draws power and prestige, with few resignations today. It mentions Cleveland era cabinet moves and the rarity of moving directly from Senate to the presidency.

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Optimist and Pessimist Reflections on American Prosperity

A fragmented poem contrasts optimistic notes about nationwide prosperity with warnings of impending panic. It highlights labor wages, bank stability, foreign trade, automobile production, and global markets while questioning whether present gains mask underlying risks. The piece names Uncle Sam and mentions a rising hope that soon gives way to fear of financial downturn.

Mystery diamond recovered after horse finds pebble

In Hanover a tin peddler Haskins recounts his horse picking up a gleaming pebble from a brooch center, leading to the recovery of Mrs White of New York’s diamond and a 50 reward. Separately Yale professor Boltwood reports a new radium-like element linked to uranium decay, sparking scientific interest with claims of a potential disintegration product and proposed name.

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Perilous Life of the Czar as Standart Wreck Reveals

Wrecks of the imperial yacht Standart and other royal misfortunes are blamed on deliberate design rather than accident. The channel near St Petersburg and Finnish ports is warned as dangerous, yet the Standart struck rocks at fifteen knots with passengers aboard. Reports recount the empress and children amid the disaster, the Baltic fleet’s fate, and a Japan assassination attempt on the Russian imperial party. The article also touches on Prince Augustus of Saxe Coburg’s death and related royal line details.

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Roosevelt preferred to be re elected over Warwick as president

A Chicago Tribune poll indicates a majority favor Roosevelt's re election over Warwick for the next term. The piece weighs implications of a four year interregnum and potential swings in business and political stability, highlighting Roosevelt’s enduring influence and debate over who should set succession.

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October Month of Beauty and Harvest Glow

An ornate ode to October calls it the queen of maturity with warm sunlit days and fall blooms. A later report describes a strange lunar rainbow seen from a ship near Newburyport with the broken rays forming a vivid arch after a day of rain and sunshine.

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Night Sky Colors Stir A Young Man In Dreamlike Fragments

Disjointed passages describe vivid night sky hues, a striking orange glow, and impressions of color primarily blue indigo violet. A reflective narrator notes a young man’s reaction and hints at themes of mood, duty, and affection contrasted with pessimism and a wish for harmony.

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Brave sea captain saved crew after sinking ship

Alfred Walt captain of the mail steamer and leader of the rescue near the Bay of Biscay died at Urwin Park. He commanded the Union Castle line ship during a disaster en route to Cape Town. In a heroic effort he ordered passengers to breakfast to brace for the doomed voyage and ensured many were saved before the ship sank. His gallantry earned widespread praise and a testimonial from the steamship company.

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Baroda Gaekwad Eyes U S Machinery Orders

Baroda ruler the Gaekwad, touring the United States, signals readiness to place large orders for diverse machine tools and factory equipment. Officials expect early contracts to boost Baroda’s industrial development, with American manufacturers urged to submit bids and communicate through Kr Whitewark.

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The Genesis of Centus Prom the 3 sent Re un 2 paer 0

The article cites a study of seventy four noted figures from arts and letters, noting a high incidence of firstborn status among writers, painters, musicians, and scientists. It argues parents of geniuses often had maximal cellular potential near conception, linking birth order to later genius.

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Senator Smoot Seen In Hotel Lobby Amid Utah Talks

Senator Heed Smoot of Utah and Mrs Smoot were seen in a hotel lobby before departing for Salt Lake City. The exchange touched on Roosevelt renomination and tariff politics. Smoot indicated no commitment to a candidacy and spoke of protectionist aims for Utah industries.

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Such a Bluff From Bio Philadelphia Press

A fragment from a Philadelphia press item shows a conversation about a congressman named Netreys. The manager of a prize fight explains the stance to an usher, mentioning the central role of sportsmanship and a request to pass a message to a newspaper editor connected to the Congressional Record.

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