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May 16th, 1912: More Baldheaded Women Than Men, Says Authority

1920s, William H. Taft

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Also of interest in this edition is Roosevelt being sure of his nomination.

front page of the Washington Times - May 16th, 1912 — front page of the Washington Times – May 16th, 1912

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back page of the Washington Times - May 16th, 1912 — back page of the Washington Times – May 16th, 1912

READ: Footage of 1922 Knickerbocker Theatre Disaster Aftermath

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