Macedonia cries for missionaries and campaign poetry
The piece braids political theater with speculation on the Republican and Democratic contests, Roosevelt, Bryan, and Hanna. It notes radical price moves in radium, global tensions with Japan and Russia, and hints at a vast network of influences shaping the forthcoming national convention. It ends with a tangled jab at the political chorus and a skeptical nod to figures like Hanna and Crosby.
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Cotton Averts Panic A New Orleans View on Cotton Rise
A prominent New Orleans citizen argues that a cotton price surge saved the United States from a financial panic. He cites Wall Street restraint, bank conservatism, and a massive bounce in cotton values that boosted money supply and overall prosperity, while noting mills near panic over higher costs and calls to curb production.
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Steel Trust
Richardson
New Orleans Progressive Union
Atlante
United States
Amd
South
New York
The Situation in France Asks Probing Questions
A correspondent notes confusion over France where a Catholic nation sees religious orders dispersed or expelled while church dignitaries reportedly favor monarchy. He cites Leo XIII warnings to render to Caesar and argues priests and laity largely defend the republic despite tensions between church and state.
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French Catholics face radical push and drift toward revolt
From an era when 37 million of a 40 million population would accept expulsion, France sees government attacks on Catholics reach breaking point as radicals and socialists press on. A north department senatorial race flipped from ministerial favor to progressive republicans by over a hundred, signaling rising public anger and a predicted political backlash.
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Department of the North
Journal Des' Debats
Graft Rumors Grow Over Government Carriages for Officials
Washington reports allege that during seven years of Republican rule assistant secretaries and bureau chiefs may have had government furnished carriages and horses. Congress plans investigations, with taxpayers demanding end to such practices as cabinet members once rode streetcars like regular citizens.
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Washington
Congress
Picayune
British in Tibet Hastens First Imperial Foray Into Lassa
Dispatches describe a renewed British Indian expedition led by Colonel Younghusband pressing toward Lassa the Tibetan capital. Tibetans oppose further advance risking armed clash to deny British diplomacy and trade access. The piece recalls Landor’s earlier captivity and notes Tibet’s isolation and distrust of outsiders and Buddhists.
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Younghusband
British Indian Service
India
Lassa
Forbidden City
Hind
Edward
Landor
Himalayas
Great Britain and Russia in Tibet Rivalry
The piece argues Britain aims to curb Russian influence in Tibet to defend India. It claims Russian emissaries pose as Buddhists, seek permanent Tibetan representation, and that Britain may use Tibet as a pretext to expand military power if Colonel Younghusband is met with force or setbacks.
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Ruasta
la Manchuria
Pekin
Tibet
Russia
India
Neglected Liberty Hall sparks outcry over Georgia duties
Letters lament Liberty Hall decay and questions about ownership and taxes as Georgia plans an $18,000 reproduction for the Louisiana Purchase exposition. The piece urges a legal guardian for the property, notes misused funds, and warns the plan could mock state history if left unchecked.
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Georgia
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Bi Nye
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Crawfordville
From Georgia to a Brighter Side in February
A collage of verses and reflections praising hope and beauty. It weaves songs about rain and sun, a plumber’s plea, biblical humor, bells at morning, sea voyaging, and tranquil gardens. The piece blends poetry, humor, and seasonal imagery to offer comfort amid winter and hardship.
Georgian prices land bubble in Buenos Ayres report
Washington reports from United States Consul Meyer in Buenos Ayres describe a Minneapolis firm selling shares of 500 each to fund a project titled Homes for Poor in Southern America. The firm claims Argentine land at 56 cents to 2 dollars per acre, with ten year tax exemptions and free import of household goods. Argentine officials deny any knowledge or arrangements with the company.
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Department of State
United States
Meyer
Buenos Ayres
Minneapolis
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Nvesta
JR Sartian
Chickamauaa
Argentina
Thls
16 Cents Flat for July Cotton
New Orleans and New York report a volatile yet firm cotton market. July futures rise with strong buying and heavy hedging, while Norfolk sees spot cotton sell at 16 cents for the first time in 25 years as Liverpool opens feverish with higher prices and frequent fluctuations.
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Hessler
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House Approves Army Bill With 77 Million Allocation
Washington January 25 The House passed the army appropriation bill totaling about 77 million dollars after a three day debate with several amendments. Texas congressman Sladen failed to remove a 9548 dollar grant for Porto Rico battalions maintenance. Secretary Root’s testimony was read defending the appropriation as civic and military value. Virginia’s Hall argued the troops in Porto Rico served under contract and any cut breached obligations. Tennessee’s Patterson pressed about ongoing barracks costs in the Philippines, and Hull warned the future of military presence is as certain as past troops in New York or Illinois. A motion asked State to explain the government carriages for the department was adopted. The House adjourned until tomorrow.
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Slayden
Hayl
Virginia
Patterson
Tennessee
Hull
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Illinois
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Thea House
Americus Churches Halse Debt Cleared in Americus
Americus Georgia churches First Baptist and First Methodist report a combined push that raised nearly 420000 to cancel their entire bonded indebtedness. The Methodist group raised 15000 last week and the Baptist congregation subscribed enough yesterday to extinguish the remaining debt on their 35000 building.
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First Methodist Churches
First Methodist
Protest Against Smoot Investigation Move Introduced
Washington January 25 Senator Burrows chairman of the committee on privileges and elections today introduced a resolution to authorize the committee to conduct an investigation into the protest against Senator Smoot retaining his seat. The resolution was referred to the committee on contingent expenses.
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Smoot
Washington
Burrows
Committee On Privilexes and Elections
Resolution backing Panama treaty faces Senate split
Kentucky notes in Frankfort on January 25 report a Knox Knox official endorsing the president's Panama treaty action. The senate last week sent a similar resolution to three hostile committees amid partisan dispute.
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Panama
Frankfort
Nougenday
Black
Knox
Senate
Largest Cotton Purchase Reported in Newton County Georgia
A buyer named Turnon purchased 760 bales of cotton from Ghelnutt Brothers at Walnut Grove for near 55 000 dollars, the largest single sale in the area this season. Other markets in Calhoun Canton Eatonton and Americus reported prices around 14 to 16 cents per pound with several farmers selling holdings and planning new crops.
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Georgia
Covington
Ghelnutt Brothers
Walnut Grave
Calhoun
Calhoun Ga
W Os King
Canton
Canton Ga
Eatonton
Batonton
Americus
Witnesses link signatures in Machen conspiracy trial
Washington January 26 The trial of August W Machen the Groff brothers and Mrs George T Lorenz for conspiring to defraud the government over Groff fasteners moved with testimony on signatures and initials. John W Machen identified A W W M to letters and orders. Miss Leichnardt allegedly authorized to sign for him. cross examination raised doubts about authorship. court adjourned until tomorrow.
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Washington
August W. Machen
Goll Brothers
George T. Lorenz
Machen
John W. Machen
Machens
Taggart
Leichnardt
Woman Held for Witchcraft in Polts Me Pa
Mary Tam- Durella is jailed on a complaint by James Cennecarro and his wife who accuse her of uncanny influence. They blame unexplained misfortunes including poultry losses a dog and a cat and fear she will threaten to burn their home. Judge Johnstone notes no law for witchcraft and remands her for alleged threats.
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Mary Tam- Durella
James Cennecarro
Johnstone
Moseley Is Confirmed Postmaster at Bedford City
Washington January 25 The senate confirmed the nomination of William H Moby to be postmaster at Bedford City in an executive session.
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Washington
Senate
Skeston
Willam HH Moby
Bedford Cit
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