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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1906
Page
6
An old English note discusses terms of subscription and delivery options for newspapers. It lists daily and Sunday editions, with varying durations and prices, including weekly and yearly rates, and mentions delivery by carriers in Washington and other locations.
A critical look at American occupation in Cuba argues yellow fever was never eradicated and that health suspicions were shaped by policy under the Platt amendment. The piece critiques U S officials, advocates restraint, and questions labelling drivers and professionals with blanket rules.
A long analytical note argues coal and iron govern a nation's wealth and power. It cites U S Steel's control of ore deposits, potential overcapitalization, and policy moves on coal lands. The piece questions whether vast ore holdings consolidate monopoly and frontier prospects for discovery abroad.
The article contrasts China's court pride and reform aims with Japanese military success, noting a possible expansion to 500,000 men, as well as the Boxer movement and its drive to reduce foreign influence. It details rising diamond prices, wage hikes, and labor shifts in New York, Antwerp, Amsterdam, and global syndicate control, plus a light verse from St Nicholas and fashion notes.
Fragmentary paragraphs from the Chicago Daily News describe an opposing attorney offering to be lenient, noting that a good man may yet face a domestic dispute. The text is garbled, hinting at courtroom strategy and mood rather than a clear storyline.
Reports from Constantinople describe a royal stalemate as factions hold back with Abdul Hamid’s health waning. Dr Bier’s refusal of the sultan’s offer to become physician signals palace instability and potential revolution, while rival claimants fear a bloody succession.
The Missouri senator questions claims that Republicans bought the Presidency in past campaigns. The piece notes money flowed to campaigns from various sources, cites 1892 sugar trust contributions, and argues that while funds were high, the electorate’s corruption cannot be proven. It asserts no party has monopolized bribery and defends Republicans against charges of buying voters.
A Brown University News digest notes that Hearst gains among union laborers may tip urban votes. In Albany and Binghamton, editors and observers see laborers leaning toward Hearst if elections were held today, while rural areas drift Democrats. Republican leaders report weak registration and caution, with city laborers moving in Hearst’s direction.
Nannie Jackson the colored nurse to President Roosevelt’s mother died at Elvergreen Long Island in her ninety fourth year. She fought a Connecticut court for her freedom after being enslaved by Stephen Bullock, the maternal grandfather. Her story traces to 19th century abolitionist action and service with the Gray family during travels in Russia and Europe.
In Beaver Falls Pennsylvania a dispute over bridge whist as gambling led Justice Henry L. Shuster to rule gambling by whist is illegal. Mayor H T Corbus backs enforcement, while Rep. John W. Carson vows action to overturn the old 1360 law if needed. Mrs. Bronson sues Mrs. Harsha after a bridge party over a prized painting.
A fourteen year old Tongrel dog named Bum, long time pet of Flower Hospital, reportedly climbed onto an operating table in the emergency ward and barked for surgical help. Dan the orderly and Dr. Day confirm the tale, noting Bum’s familiarity with wounded patients and his calm, almost nurse-like conduct during head and ear repairs.
A Chicago widow charms a bachelor with a playful exchange about love and worthiness. The piece notes romantic wit, and the bachelor’s reluctance softened by marriage talk amid playful banter from a New York Proms poem.
In a San Francisco Arlington chat, Senator Allee of Delaware dismisses reports of his defeat and credits his primary district makeup. He lauds Senator elect Dupont and calls the party’s unity solid. Separately, Judge D McReynolds urges negroes to aid law enforcement and industrial education, while locals discuss Ireland land law and San Francisco post quake recovery and labor issues.
Confidential reports to Woodruff from counties reveal Hearst sentiment growing and Republican confidence waver ing. Monroe County cards show 8 000 mailed with only 209 favorable to Yeargt, highlighting a surprising pull against Higgins' administration and GOP unity.
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