Exclusion laws and navy talk in 1905 comments
The Washington Post discusses Chinese exclusion laws in Hawaii and the Philippines, arguing they should not be loosened, and questions Russia a navy. It notes the debt burden on Russia, domestic political turmoil in Poland, and Poland’s liberty longing. It also condemns nepotism revealed in Mutual Life Insurance cases, urging public sentiment to curb such excess.
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Russia
Rusela
Glasgow
Belfast
Great Britain
Mediterranean
Persian Gulf
France
Hke Colbert
Industriea
Ike
Poland
Germany
German Empire
Finland
England
Japan
Nelson and
Decatur
Alfred the Great
Barbarossa
Rusa
Togo
Mutual
New York
Andy
Hamilton
London
John Hyde
Damm
McCurdys
Paris
Misa Alice Roosevelt
Lodge
Panama Canal Zone
Let the Post Follow You Through The Capital News
Washington issues on postal distribution and city news delivery outline The New York Evening Mail comments on insurance regulation and federal control doubts The piece questions national control over insurers citing party influence and recent disclosures Wu Ting Fang’s views on Chinese exclusion and proposed reforms He proposes an educational test strict treaty terms waivers and exceptions for Chinese in special cases Philippines and Hawaii exempted
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National
New York Evening Mail
Garfield
Supreme Court
Congress
Cleveland
Mail
New York
Adda
Wu Ting-fang
D. A. Tompkins
Charlotte
N. C
Pacific
America
China
Washington
Tompkins
United States
Secretary of Commerce and Labor
Philippines
Hawaii
Duty of a clergyman out of step with his church
The Post argues that a clergyman who abandons his church’s doctrines should resign rather than hold a position that uses church prestige to mislead. It condemns clergymen clinging to office after rejecting core tenets and calls for prompt removal from leadership roles.
Turbulent notes clash over church vows and Turkish honors
A fragment from a 19th century postal column discusses a rector arguing for his right to preach, mockery of church discipline, and a satire filled look at political figures. It recounts Maj. Bacon’s meetings with Abdul Hamid, the Sultan’s decorations, and a fictional debate tableau. It lampoons Graves, Bacon, and Georgia politics while touching on Senate duty and international intrigue.
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Grecufeion
Algernon S. Ceapesy
Amare
Renin
John Temple Graves
Georgia
Senate
Augustus O. Bacon
Abdul Hazafd
Turkey
Bacon
Constantis Rople
Abdul Hamid
Maj. Bacon
Sultan
Constantinople
Mapon
Augustus Octevius Escon
Mecca
John Temple
John C Calhoun
Gua Bacon
Senator Bacon
White Sox
Muscular Christianity at the Vatican in Pius X era
The Buffalo Commercial notes Pope Pius X endorsing athleticism as moral aid, hosting a Vatican tournament and planning intercollegiate baseball among Rome’s ecclesiastical colleges. Card. Merry del Val visits the American College game, praising sport’s role in discipline and vigor. Roosevelt’s respect for the Pope is hinted in shared values.
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Buffalo
Papal Court
Pius X
Vatican
England
America
Rome
Cardinal Merry del Val
Castelgandolfo
American College
Villa Orsini
Mgt Kennedy
Lake Albano
Roosevelt
The Diplomatic Long Bow And Wisecracks From The Press
A mixed assemblage of quips from The Baltimore and Chicago News mocks diplomacy and self praise. It jokes about modesty, pretension, pessimism, truth telling, appearances, egotism, gender roles, and the idea of a woman’s life in heaven with sharp, era tone commentary. The snippets lampoon vanity and social foibles in brisk, humorous lines.
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The
Chicago News
Eves
Insurance on the Lives of Rulers Explains Foreign Investments
The article surveys why European monarchs insure abroad and keep wealth in foreign hands, citing cases from Hanover, Naples, and Russia. It notes royal caution, the political risks of domestic holdings, and contrasts rail travel costs for monarchs with U.S. presidential expenses, urging fair treatment of official travel costs.
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Europe
Europs
Hanover
Prussia
Duke of Cumberland
William
Naples
Marie
Gaeta
Ludovica
Bavaria
Kingdom of Naples
Kingdom of Italy
Louis Philippe
House of Orleans
France
Napoleon III
Burdett-Coutts
Chantilly
Duc d’Aumale
Alexander III
Russia
Alexander II
Bank of England
Isabella
Spain
England
America
London
New Jersey
Edward
Merchants Oppose Interstate Railroad Rate Regulation
The Merchants' Association of San Francisco adopts resolutions opposing federal power to set railroad rates. They warn price controls could ruin Pacific Coast commerce and hinder new industry, preferring rates set by carriers under ICC review rather than distant federal officials. The group argues regional rail interests align with public prosperity and ICC representation is lacking for the Pacific Coast.
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Roosevelt
Congress
Europe
Kaiser
Edward
William
England
Germany
Great Britain
United States
Loubet
America
Merchants’ Association
San Francisco
Interstate Commerce Commission
Pacific Coast
Northwest
Puget Sound
Bankers Welcome Big City Party at ABA Convention
In Louisville the American Bankers Association delegates will be treated to lavish hospitality with dinners luncheons and late night bites. Police chief Sylvester orders no interference with bankers in pursuit of pleasure as Briggs Bank’s Charley Glover plans upscale entertainment for the visitors. The New Willard Hotel banquet next Tuesday promises an unforgettable evening as Washington showcases hospitality and ample dividends.
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Brealey
Louisville
Billy Crane
Maj Sylvester
Puraust of
Charley Glover
Ble Riggs Bank
New Willard Hotel
Washington
Parkers
Good Results from Investigation
A Wall Street Journal article discusses an ongoing insurance inquiry likely to improve administration and may push toward Federal control for policyholder protection. It also hints at accountability for trustees and potential campaign finance transparency, per the Chicago Journal.
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Wall Street
Lfe
United States
Distinctive Difference in Hair Styles and Power
A witty exchange notes long hair on poets versus pianists with hair standing up. The text, from the New York Globe, highlights Schiff's testimony on the root of the evil in insurance companies and large corporations, pointing to unchecked one man power.
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Howe
Atchison
The
Chicago News
New York Globe
Schiff
Secretary Hitchcock Seen as Cure for Land Frauds
From the St Louis Globe-Democrat and other papers the piece notes that Secretary Hitchcock is viewed as strong medicine against land fraud operators in Oregon and California. He is praised for ferreting out rascality and pursuing justice to completion.
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St Louis Globe-Democrat
Oregon
California
Hitchcock
Treasures in Heaven by Faith Pursuit and Service
A sermon reflects on wealth versus heavenly treasure. It argues money should serve life’s growth and love, not dominate. true riches come from character and service to others, enlarging life and society. Treasure in heaven comes from living for God, generosity, and moral integrity.
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Berry F
Sentences on virtue and habit by Henry F Cope
A compact collection of aphorisms on sin, effort, faith, and ethics attributed to Henry F Cope. It contrasts inner character with outward deeds and urges purposeful work, honest living, and finding love in labor.
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Henry F Cope
Jerusalem the Golden Hymn Verse by Bernard of Cluny and Neale
The piece notes Bernard of Cluny as twelfth century monk and credits John M Neale for popularizing the hymn Jerusalem the Golden. It contrasts old Latin verses Urbs Syon aurea with Neale’s English rendering, describing Zion as a radiant, blessed realm with angels, martyrs, and perpetual song, where the faithful hope to dwell.
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Bernard OF
Cluny
John M Neale
Bernard
France
London
Baet Grinsted
Jerusalem
Volca
Zion
David
Ghali
Fort Worth growth cited by J. Z. Wheat at Raleigh
In Raleigh Fort Worth booster J Z Wheat touts the city’s booming value and growth. He predicts Fort Worth may reach 100000 population and cites rail hub status and the packing industry as advantages amid Texas prosperity.
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Fort Worth
J. Z. Wheat
North Texas
Releigh
Tam
Fort
Texas
Houston
San Antonio
Dallas
Brooks
Brooks i
Modest Request and Strong Appeal in Brief Gossip
A Chicago Journal note suggests a gentleman seeks a ring for a young friend and asks her preference. The innocent reply desires an engagement ring but avoids choosing among many options. A Cleveland Plain Dealer excerpt mocks a personals line about Gruder and a discharged misstatement, with a joke about forgiveness.
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Chicago Journal
Sweet
Just What He Meant
A fragment from the Philadelphia Press records a comic exchange about a baby’s hair. Popley says the baby’s hair will resemble his own future, while another speaker quips the baby is bald.
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What He Meant
Philadelphia Press
Popley
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