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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Sep 23, 1905
Page
24
The Washington Post discusses subscription details and a broad critique of primaries versus old representation. It argues the primary favors the wealthy, cites historical figures and costs, and questions the fairness of direct votes and state primaries.
The piece rebukes Judge Parker and the Indianapolis News for attacking the Democratic and Republican parties over slavery. It defends the framers of the Constitution led by Washington and Franklin, arguing that fugitive slave laws and the domestic slave trade were established by the Constitution, not the Democratic party, and contends the Republicans rose with a pledge to respect the Constitution.
Washington readers may keep informed about affairs at the Capital by The Post. The service can be changed as often as desired and the paper will be delivered promptly to any part of the country. Notify weather or send order direct to The Post. Telephone Main 4205.
A dated analysis weighs Germany and France in a potential war, arguing outcome hinges on leaders, resources, and chance. It cites historical figures such as Conde, Tunnen Luxemburg, and Moltke to illustrate how capable generals shape fate, while noting France’s relative manpower and wealth could tilt odds. It then shifts to a second column, contrasting Wall Street power with agricultural wealth, asserting farmers drive true national wealth with crops valued in the billions, outpacing financiers.
A column debates Joseph W. Folk of Missouri as a Democratic presidential possibility, rejects the Moses metaphor, and critiques figures from Bryan to silver coinage policy while noting political currents and upcoming campaigns. It weaves in era-specific references to elections, party dynamics, and assorted public figures.
A chaotic summary notes 4 Business Era with discussion of trade openings predicting an active season. It mentions Bourke Cockranness era and public publicity campaigns, plus claims about Hoyts Trip to Chinatown sparking boycotts. MecCah of New York Life denies millionaire status to admit missed chances. Iowa launches an anti profanity crusade amid rural living contrasts.
A garbled clipping surveys political talk on Folk and Bryan, tariff revision, and social commentary. It references St Louis Globe-Democrat and New York Press fragments, mentioning a bachelor’s musings, suspicious wives, and a bitter tariff debate with scattered, unclear phrases.
Long critique of flogging revived in Denmark and used in Germany under Director Krohn, with varied caps on strokes by region. It discusses royal sanction, European aristocracy, the Merode family, Italian Savoy concerns, and English interests in German legations, plus witty clippings and a pun on marriage value.
The New York World notes plans by J G Phelps Stokes to form the Intercollegiate Society promoting socialism among students. Over 200 signees include Thomas Wentworth Higginson, Clarence Darrow, Jack London, and William Inglis Walling. Chapters will fund dues and distribute literature from socialist advocates across campuses nationwide. The movement aims to expand from labor groups to universities, aiming for a national socialist party.
From the Duluth Herald the article notes August deficits of 4,660,062 and an annual shortfall of 18,515,724 with projections near 50,000,000. It argues Congress must act, either raise revenue or cut spending, and suggests tariff reforms or tax changes as potential paths. It also critiques Prohibition era policy impacts on sobriety and cites Gen. Grant on candor about the canteen issue.
From Pittsburg Gazette and others, comments on Roosevelt’s self control amid claims of wine gifts, condemning jumping to conclusions about character. Critics note direct denouncement of a fabricated Paris interview and applaud frank leadership. The Columbus Dispatch excerpt features a jail visit pun reflecting stock-taking misinterpretations.
A compact collection of aphorisms and observations on duty truth and human nature. The speaker notes the stubborn defense of self and the limits of will power while warning against overconfidence and rash judgments. The tone mimics a dated moralizing style with quips about truth perception and responsibility.
The Chattanooga Times notes the internal revenue ruling placing certain so called medicines sold as remedies under a special tax for alcoholic beverages. It questions which products qualify and urges the revenue department to publish the list. It argues the move may prompt state and local licenses and criticizes deceptive sellers.
The Buffalo Commercial notes Miss Roosevelt touring Asia with Taft’s party visiting China Korea and Japan. It humorously contrasts Korea’s capital trip in a yellow palanquin with American flags, highlighting Western impressions and a playful Alice in Wonderland motif. It also references Aguinaldo and a domestic quip about brunettes versus blondes.
A collection of editorials and opinion snippets from multiple papers criticizes life insurance firms and regulators. It questions federal control, campaign contributions by insurers, and political influence on policyholders, with references to Wall Street, Cyrus McCall, and Andrew Hamilton. The pieces urge scrutiny of insurer governance and political entanglements.
Mr JW B Clyde of St Louis praises English country town hotels for comfort and pricing while noting simple rooms lack electric bells and that dinner is served all at once. He cites 4 shillings per room per day and 6 pence for a dram as typical, and compares favorable tariffs to American rates.
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