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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Sep 05, 1906
Page
6
An OCR fragment appears to describe a historic Washington Post notice with garbled terms like Daily Sunday excepted and postage notes. The readable bits mention dates, prices, and repeated references to daily and Sunday editions, but the segment lacks coherent details or a clear event.
The Post offers to follow readers leaving the city to keep them informed about Taifa at the Capital. Addresses may be aged as often as needed, and the paper will be delivered promptly to any part of the country by netity carrier for sent order direct to The Post. Telephone Main 4205.
A critical pamphlet from Chicago attacks Washington over how vacant property is managed. The piece mocks Washington’s front fronts and contrasts the city’s urban display with Chicago’s neglected blocks. It cites a Times of India critique of a travel writer and debates colonial governance and public health rhetoric.
The Bombay editor lambasts América's Most Distinguished Private Citizen for exercising his right to publish provocative writings on Sinciah rile in lug Omen. He asserts evils in the government and urges swift remedies, mirroring earlier criticisms of India.
A long rambling quasi editorial recounts a fanciful rabbit infestation at Fort Washington ten miles down the Potomac, alleging tunnels and drains allowed rabbits to overrun pits near the river. It mocks sensational gossip, hints at congressional action, and segues into reflections on marriage and politics with historical allusions and unrelated current-events snippets.
Fragmentary column remarks on alcohol policy delays and corporate power, cites Standard Oil, Treasury funding, and open ditch policy. Mentions Mayor McClellan’s expected return, Rasoulli’s suspected capture, and postal back stamps. Witty aside on carbolic odor hints at social mores and anticipated changes.
A crowded meeting examined how climate affects faith as cooler temperatures supposedly boost male attendance. Speakers argued religion shifts with thermometer readings while congregations, large and vocal, filled the room and challenged the idea that weather changes belief.
The Pathos of It portrays William Jennings Bryan as a charming yet flighty figure whose constant self-promotion and glib rhetoric invite both affection and public critique. The piece argues the American electorate, especially thoughtful citizens, should demand dignity from a president and resist Bryan's perceived self-degradation despite his appeal.
Collected fragments lampoon reform efforts from Manila and other cities. References to Bishop Brent, Moral Progress League, chorus girls, and gender norms appear amid satirical snippets about women’s roles and social restraint.
The long profile praises Christian Dilchelsen as the king maker behind Norway’s move to independence and constitutional monarchy. It recounts Mackenzie lineage, royal favor, Glen Muick disputes, and Queen Victoria ties, interwoven with notes on Napoleon era intrigues and Esterhazy mentions, highlighting dynastic politics and personal fortunes across Europe.
Secretary of War Taft sent a letter to the tobacco exposition managers in Madison Square Garden arguing that Philippine tariff provisions will not harm U S tobacco trade. He notes demand is enormous and Philippine production under labor tropical challenges makes injury unlikely, while tariff preferences could aid Philippine industry and demonstrate U S support.
The monthly statement of the public debt shows the total debt at the close of business September 1, 19H, minus cash in Treasury, at 97,96888 with a monthly decrease of 2,488,218. Cash on hand rose by 90,732,982. The breakdown lists interest bearing debt 28,393.80, ceased interest 1,196,375, non-interest debt 297,795, totaling 1,921,455,208, plus certificates and notes offset by cash. Cash allocations include Gold Reserve Fund 150,000,000, trust funds 1,98,260,369, general fund 106,004,258. Demand liabilities in national banques total 1,195,498,123 with cash on hand 450,86,815.
Digite t Attorney examines Byoka of Philadelphia Investment Company as United States District Attorney Baker and assistants probe books of the Federal Commercial Investment Cemetery of Philadelphia. Mason posted 750 bond on charges of obtaining money under false pretenses after arrest for taking funds from intestate knowing the company failed on August 1. A letter from the company director of agencies urged the Washington agency to land easy sums and named Washingtonians who could be touched for at least 1000. Mason likely to stand trial soon.
Bug Gen William and McCaskey of the Southwestern Division based in Oklahoma City urge restoration of a feature of the post exchange system. They claim the law interferes with constitutional rights and would be deemed unconstitutional by the Supreme Court. They also recommend mandatory fire insurance for high rock loads carried by the Bost exchanges.
A War Department dispatch reports the Sheridan is practically a total loss with all personal property removed. A wrecking outfit from San Francisco is en route to salvage engines boilers and movable equipment. The ship will stay in place barring bad south weather for an indefinite period.
Attorney General Meyer issued an opinion interpreting the reform insurance law as applied to foreign insurers doing business in New York seeking to renew licenses. Foreign companies may issue partial and nonparticipating policies and are not required to conform to standard forms used by New York home companies. Reports from the Department of Agriculture show progress in eradicating the gypsy moth across New England, with activity in Massachusetts Rhode Island and parts of Maine. Chief Clerk Promoted in Indian Affairs. Frank Sorenson of Chicago named superintendent of the Indian warehouse in Chicago city, replaces Spooner.
Secretary J Galle breath of the American Mining Congress notified that Washington delegates will attend the annual convention in Denver on October 16 and 17. Commissioner Medarland received two letters confirming the invitation and outlining the itinerary.
The fleet of Roosevelt era ships moved from Oyster Bay to stations with most vessels sailing by oclock. The Maine remained at anchor to coal while the rest dispersed, and the crew pledged Roosevelt luck. The armored squadron arrived at Newport for the next leg to Gibrlaltar, coal operations then shifted to James Town stores and torpedo station readiness.
Mattox and Sepe moved to quash information against John D. Rockefeller as head of Standard Oil. Virgil P. Eline argued prosecution required an indictment by a grand jury. Judge Bunker reserved ruling as prosecutors argued for information.
Paris reports a secret meeting of French bishops under Cardinal Richard to decide if the church state break is irremediable or negotiable. Eight bishops attended as leaders sought lawful means to organize religion while preserving church interests.
Berlin reports the appointment of Director Dernburg of the Darmstaedter Bank to a colonial office post, seen as a political sensation. Newspapers describe him as more American than German in methods, noting his bank reforms and expanded ties to the United States. He previously arranged a large loan for the Mexican Central Railroad during a New York visit. Some papers hail the move as an Emperor’s colonial policy triumph, while others say Dernburg sacrifices a high salary to serve the empire.
A high ranking diplomat said no formal alliance was known beyond press reports and noted that even a cordial understanding between France, Spain, and Britain could occur soon. He believed a written treaty was unlikely, though strategic alignment seemed plausible in the near future.
Special dispatch reports composer Leoncavallo will sail aboard the Kaiser Wilhelm der Grosse from Oherhanrg September 2 for a two month tour of the United States and Canada. The company includes sixty one artists from La Scala and other conservatories. They will perform on the Prinzean Irene. September. London notes the battleship Loyd Nelson launch at Jarrow on Tyne, second in size to the Dreadnought. Trans-Mississippi Commercial Congress invitations go to Secretary of State Elihu Root, Speaker Joseph G. Cannon, Senator William P. Galinger, and others. Former President Grover Cleveland and others listed in the telegrams.
Representative Stephen Sparnudy of the Tans Florida argues in Washington that Cuban unrest will likely have little effect on U S business and that annexation should come only with Cuban consent. He praises Florida business, notes Tampa fair will feature local products, and discusses Democratic campaign literature and Bryan rally plans across Virginia and the Ninth District.
Physical Culture Director Eber of Cleveland announces an innovation to introduce dancing in public schools. He has engaged Miss Burchenal of New York to teach folk dances and she will arrive to plan a course after school hours. If successful, dancing will be incorporated into regular physical culture.
By direction of the President Lieut Edward H Dunn United States Navy was yesterday dismissed from the service. Dunn was attached to the resetting ship Independence at Mare Island Navy Yard and was recently convicted by court martial of conduct unbecoming an officer and a gentleman and sentenced to dismissal.
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