Washington Post 1905 subscription rates and offices
The Washington Post announces delivery terms for Washington and Alexandria at 15 cents per week or 50 cents per month for Daily excluding Sunday, 20 cents per week or 16 cents per month for Daily including Sunday. One year and monthly rates listed. Remittance methods and offices in Washington New York and Chicago noted. Date September 26, 1905.
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Let the Post Follow You Washington Readers
A note urging Washingtonians moving from the city to keep The Post with them so they remain informed about Capital affairs. Addresses may be changed as needed and the paper will be delivered promptly nationwide. Notify by mailing in or sending for direct service. Telephone Main 420.
Virginia Democrats tied in senatorial primary debate
A long, detailed reflection on Virginia politics, the Senate contest, and the role of party leadership. It disputes claims of improper influence, defends the legislature, and warns against pessimism while urging unity. Mention of The Post, national issues, and regional political maneuvering.
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Homecoming of the President Inspires Civic Welcome
The article argues against territorial expansion and praises peaceful U S relations with Mexico and other republics. It notes President Roosevelt’s return to Washington after aiding peace between Japan and Russia and urges Washingtonians to greet him with patriotic enthusiasm along Pennsylvania Avenue.
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Remarkable Course of a Standpatter Dalzell in Tariff Debate
Opinion columns defend Representative Dalzell of Pittsburgh as a staunch standpatter who supports the tariff as is. The piece argues he serves local interests, questions tariff revision, and suggests a delay in attacks until Congress acts for his constituents.
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Anglo Japanese alliance ends far eastern fray and Champ Clark praised
The article argues the Anglo Japanese pact will keep the Far East stable, while Japan and Britain guide China toward commerce and reform. It praises Champ Clark for his public service and farmer pivot, describing his summer farming and corn harvest as proof of his practical leadership.
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A Chorus of Diplomatic Snubs and Political Quips
A digest of observers and editors lampooning politicians and events from the era. References range from Senator Lodge to the President, Vardaman, and Cortelyou with quips about Moscow mosquitoes, Wall Street, Irish exclusion, and sea power. The piece skewers public figures, party tactics, press cartoons, and international affairs with satirical bite.
Scapegrace son of Sir Henry Blake shocks Perth
A detailed Victorian era obituary style note describes Irwin Blake, eldest son of Sir Henry Blake governor of Ceylon, dying by self explosion on a Perth suburb ride. The piece traces Blake family lineage from Dublin and Ireland to colonial posts, noting his marriage troubles and his father’s ascent to governance including prior posts in the Bahamas, Newfoundland, Jamaica, and Hong Kong.
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London
James I
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Reprehensible Conduct at Philadelphia Junior Ledger
The Junior Partner notes the new clerk had multiple chances to work off damaged goods to transient customers but did not act. The Senior Partner agrees action is needed, citing earlier consistent defense of their interests but recent dishonesty.
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New Orleans Hopes to Welcome Roosevelt in October
The Times-Democrat praises President Roosevelt for his solidarity with New Orleans during the fever and urges removing quarantine barriers so he can visit in October, noting the city’s enduring spirit and the positive impact of federal aid and sympathy. It stresses that New Orleans would be proud to host him and safe to do so if fever is under control.
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Fragmented Jokes From Old Newspapers
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One on the Old Man Humorous Panel Snippet
A collage of light exchanges from multiple papers shows Mrs Wedderly scolding Willie for misbehavior while recalling a humbling past. A remark on Myra Gumler’s bridge loss and a cannily framed joke about wealth and happiness appear, reflecting syndicated humor between lines.
Woes of a Social Lion and Reflections of a Bachelor
A miscellany of satirical quips from era papers. The piece mocks social vanity and bachelor life with jests about bluffer missing attire, misanthropy, and women’s views on marriage. It notes women prefer unhappy marriage to none and critiques mixing business sense with home life.
Senator Mitchell’s Case Defends Attempted Clemency
The Philadelphia Public Ledger notes a writ of error for Senator Mitchell of Oregon delaying imprisonment. It portrays the aged statesman as ruined by his trial, praising a fair process but condemning his role in land frauds while raising questions about accountability for others involved and the broader moral cost.
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Divorce Remarriage Ban in Canada Sparks US Debate
The Episcopal Church in Canada forbids remarrying divorced persons while a former spouse is living, seen as a model for the United States. Canada’s divorce stats are reviewed from 1868 to 1946, noting total divorces and separations, while U.S. figures are contrasted. The piece ends with a humorous exchange about a gas range.
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Where Patriotism Fails and Other Loose Miscellany
A collection of snatches from multiple papers with dialogue hooks on topics from Standard Oil in Venezuela to Equitable funds, heating notions, a choirmaster joke about a low C, and a Dublin style exchange with Mrs O Riley. It presents a mosaic of headlines and quips without a single cohesive news event.
Too Ambitious Parable On Ground And Hearts
Fragmented opinion piece musing on love pride and society with sharp witticisms. Observations touch on beauty marriage gender roles and clever aphorisms about human folly in a breezy Chicago News Poverty era tone.
Prominent Americans and Australian visitors meet in Raleigh hotel lobby
Hon William B Lamar of Florida discusses possible Congress action on railway rate legislation and the Esch Townsend bill while visiting Raleigh with Mrs Lamar. Others include Melbourne patent attorney Edwin Phillips, Australian delegate John Edwards, and Melvin Cornish. Reports cover Australian politics, labor representation, women voting rights, and rich Nevada mining prospects in Tonopah Goldfield Bullfrog camps and Death Valley.
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