This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 17 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Sep 16, 1909
Page
22
Page shows a mixed collage of notices and serialized content. It references bathing guidance at a Washington venue near Fourteenth Street, the Public Ledger style of the Police Gazelle, plus an installment outline for Dr Cook’s Arctic journey detailing Cape Lark and Balin Pay. Also includes remarks attributed to Speaker Cannon on central banking and Vreeland’s role in the House committee.
A clipped historical essay debates emigration to Canada, electoral power shifts, and party dynamics. It traces patterns of American political maneuvering after tariff debates, and contrasts amateurs with scientists in exploring new frontiers, arguing currency reform may hinge on trusted policymakers.
A fragmented account describes Dr Wu Tingfang, a native of the ancient empire, as a polished gentleman to be interviewed on arrival by reporters. Wireless notes promise a night-before release praising Panama Canal benefits, aviation marvels, and future car travel. The piece wonders if Wu fielded questions at the Isthmus.
Proposes permanent public baths along the riverfront with safety features and beautified surroundings. Cites distant cities with baths and urges Congress to fund appropriation or municipalities to establish bathing places, noting demand among the poor and potential for skating later.
Richard Richardson of Monkton Md writes to the editor defending his critique of the Smithsonian Institution and disputing claims that the board of regents neglects public reports. He argues many publications lie unread on library shelves, while some titles are valuable yet inaccessible to ordinary readers.
A possible Taft interview during his Western tour is said to signal a tariff reopening. Insurgent senators and Eastern manufacturers fear new tariff revisions while western pacification is hoped for by a federal appointee. A decision could hinge on Taft earning a second term.
An editorial and a social column excerpt discuss women delaying plans by primping. Judge Crowe critiques time spent on appearance, noting men pay for time and endure delays. A separate item questions whether plain or pretty girls fare better in business, finding plain girls incur fewer errors but both face scrutiny.
A portrait of Father Du Lac de Fugeres, longtime Jesuit confessor and adviser to French aristocrats and army leaders, detailing his influential role in nationalist and royalist circles, his defense of the order, and his involvement in politics and religion in late 19th century France.
TM Lake of Fauquier County Virginia, now retired in the city, claims to know who struck Billy Patterson in Richmond around 75 years ago. Patterson, a famed fighter from Richmond, was a tall heavy drinker who sought whisky and conflict, felled by a single blow amid medical student jeers. The students denied involvement, Payne later known as a physician in Viextia and writer Nicholas Spicer, avoided notoriety.
Washington reports the new tariff commission created by President Taft will meet to organize and plan. The board supporters insist a scientific, non political study of tariffs is needed and that the Sumner school ties affect its makeup. Alvin Sanders and James Reynolds are named as key members with McClernon of Syracuse Dispatch noting broader implications. Mayor George McClerk addressed the New York State fair on wealth, responsibility, and the duty of New York to set an example.
A fragmented 19th or early 20th century note describes a luxury car named the Pioneer built in Chicago and Alton. It claims a price of 715,000 and contrasts lavish finish with standard railroad coaches, noting it as a giant appearance though passenger comfort remains unclear.
Fragmentary note reports Mrs Crawford Bobir lavish with dress items and seaside projects. Mentions costs and a tan fat coat amid miscellaneous fashion chatter from Puck column.
From the Chicago Inter Ocean, Joseph Cannon, Speaker of the House, declares he is not retiring and will stay active in public life. He tells bankers at the American Bankers Association banquet that while two thirds of the profession also shape policy, bankers as a group must consider their broader influence beyond central centers.
A performer finally gains attention after years of being ignored as the center of a thriving crowd. The tale covers a public scramble for the spotlight sparked by a simple hat and a moment of luck. News items about a costly bath and a pearl necklace cap off this quirky club of sensational anecdotes.
John Nicholas Brown age 19 reputed richest boy arrives aboard the North German Lloyd Kaleer Wilheim Der Griese accompanied by his mother Mrs N B Brown. He plays on the ship and laments not having a watch though several were entrusted to him before. His mother ends the matter by barring watches while a nurse/maid assists.
A fragmented humorous piece critiques male education and social pretenses. It argues the more a boy attempts education the less he will be treated kindly, while women are mocked for vanity and imagination. The text features garbled phrasing and stray quotes.
In a hotel gathering remarks questioned if the earth revolves daily in its orbit or if the universe defines day and night. Mentions Dr Cook and Lieut Peary and their instruments, seeking definite conclusions from polar observations and charts. Also notes Egypt trade, boll weevil trials, and South Dakota wealth and agriculture.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.