Senator Harding’s Private Bills and War Risk Act Reforms
The passage notes Senator Harding’s efforts to strengthen support for a political ally among tenants, plus two public measures in Congress: amending the war risk insurance act and memorials for those who died in the European war. It classifies 130 private bills he handled for Ohio constituents, detailing pensions, name changes for steamships, relief to building and loan associations, and other private reliefs, underscoring his attention to home-folk interests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harding
Ohio
Publishers and Proprietors Anaconda Post Office Notice
An Anaconda Montana publication notes postal classifications and office contact details for the publishers and proprietors. It lists the Butte office at 119 North Main Street and provides business and editorial phone numbers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anaconda
Butte
North Main Street
Standard Publishing Company
Montana
On to San Francisco Democratic Convention Heads West
The Democratic national convention gathers in San Francisco as delegates travel by transcontinental rail. The long journey prompts debate over location, Westward perception, and the two thirds nomination rule. Bryan plans to enjoy the setting while a major platform fight looms with 1092 delegates and 728 needed for nominating.
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San Francisco
West
Bryan
Champ Clark
Electoral College calculation for 1900s U S election outcome
The New York Sun and Herald project 181 southern electoral votes for Democrats, leaving Republicans 266 to win. Democrats would need 85 northern votes, with New York forty five, Ohio twenty four, and New Jersey fourteen contributing, totaling 264 with the solid South and two votes short of a majority.
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New York Sun and Herald
New York
Ohio
New Jersey
Senator M Harding’s six years yield 139 bills and resolutions
Washington correspondent notes Harding introduced 139 measures, nine public and 130 private. Public items include promoting Spanish teaching, influenza study, Pilgrim landing anniversary funding, and lending military tents to ease city congestion, signaling interest in Latin America and general welfare.
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M Harding
Washington
New York Evening Post
United States
America
When Bryan Comes to Butte
Montana has long held Mr. Bryan in high regard and Butte has repeatedly supported him. Bryan carried Montana in 1896 and 1900, while losing to Taft in 1904. Each visit to Butte drew extraordinary local enthusiasm and hospitality, highlighting the city’s enduring admiration for the campaigner of free silver.
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Montana
Mr. Bryan
Taft
Butte
Bryan
The Doctor and the General
Nicholas Murray Butler apologizes to General Wood for calling his principal backers gamblers and stock-market players. He cites strain from the convention and impulsive remarks, saying the apology restores his standing as a scholar and gentleman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nicholas Murray Butler
General Wood
Lars
Humorous Quotations and Jokes From Various Sources
A collage of jokes and quips from Washington Star and other outlets. It notes humor about hearing, superstition, pride, and miscommunication, including a senator on admitting fault and a husband gift joke.
Political party clashes and calls for reform in 1920s US politics
Newspaper clippings cite editorials from Billings Gazette Missoula Sentinel and other papers criticizing non partisan league figures and primaries. They praise Republican conventions and warn against radicalism while endorsing reform ideas and strong constitutional adherence.
Flashes of Lightning Sam and the Campaign Songs
A compilation of editorial quips from multiple papers lampooning political platforms and figures. It notes Beevers and House travel, Harding’s humble origins, and the chorus of public discord as the nation voices its political frustrations.
Caruso Jewel Robbery Sparks Public Grumble
The writer mocks a $500,000 jewel theft from Caruso, contrasting it with older sensational crimes and questioning profiteering in theater pricing. The piece ridicules publicity stunts, notes Caruso’s wine cellar theft as mild by comparison, and urges Attorney General Palmer to act on high nightly earnings.
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Newcastle
Caruso
Italy
Palmer
Bainbridge Colby to Speak at Democratic Convention
Colby makes first national convention appearance as delegates listen intently to his phonograph recording of his master’s voice, presenting a historic form of political speech for the event.
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Bainbridge Colby
Political Theater Around the 1920 Races and Reactions
The piece rails at Governor Edwards as he presses hard next week, notes Harding’s uncertain nomination, and hints rivals react with wit. It jests about ex presidents backing Harding Coolidge, Taft’s stance, and Colonel Procter’s Chicago race losses amid wartime language and campaign politics.
Letters on marriage and self improvement in a 1900s column
A reader counsels Winifred Black and others facing unfaithful spouses to improve themselves, avoid nagging, seek social contact, and maintain dignity. The letter urges dressing attractively, joining clubs, and greeting spouses warmly, while suggesting separation or seeking a new partner if needed. It emphasizes practical, plainspoken advice to regain self respect and happiness.
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Days OF Real Sport
Tribune Ine
Publishers and Proprietors
Anaconda, Mont
Associated Press
Eastern Business Office
Prudden
King & Prudden
Fifth Ave
Steger Bldg
Chicago
Globe Bldg
Boston
THE
Electoral College
the Doctor and
the General
Polly
Washington Star
Papa
John
Pearson's Weekly
Begorra
Cactus Joe
Montana Press
Crum
North Dakota
Non-Partisan League
Oliver County
N. D
Charles L. Crum
Fifteenth Judicial District of
State Senate
Germany
Billings Gazette
Republican Convention
Wood
Missoula
Amos Pinchot
Billings Enterprise
Dem
Great Falls
Republican Party
Sam
Gompers
Birmingham Age-Herald
Pittsburg Dispatch
Beveridge
Dallas News
Everbody
Kansas City Star
Colonel House
Europe
Senator Harding
Pittsburg Gazette-Times
Indianapolis News
Johnson
Wall Street Journal
Philadelphia Ledger
Edwards
Dr. Jekyll
Mr. Hyde
Hiram
Association of American ex-Presidents
Coolidge
Colonel Procter
Democratic
George Bass
Woman's Democratic National Bureau
Winifred Black
B. B.C
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