Government control urged as remedy for big business
The piece debates how competition in industry may end due to vast wealth and asks if government ownership or strict regulation is the only path. It cites Gary and Roosevelt arguing that the Sherman Act is outdated and that government oversight, not full ownership, could govern major corporations like steel and Standard Oil.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Steel Trust
Washington
Gary
Steel Corporation
Theodore Roosevelt
Standard Oil
Standard Oil Company
Sugar Trust
Stand Oil Company
Great Northern Railroad
Northern Securities Company
Mr. Hill
Burlington
Great Northern
Northern Pacific
Great Noothern
Hill
Where the Law Fails on Patent Medicine Claims
A supreme court ruling finds the pure food and drug act targets ingredient misstatements only. It allows sale of inert mixtures advertised as cures, undermining consumer protection. The article argues the law needs revision to curb merit claims and protect buyers.
Costs and politics mix in tariff debate and rail bids
The piece critiques the wool tariff revision and Democratic tactics while praising Bryan's integrity. It expects a cautious senate investigation into Lorimer and analyzes James J Hill’s control over rail lines, detailing shifts toward Northern Pacific independence and Great Northern consolidation.
Federal grand jury sought over Montana large game case
Federal authorities pursue a Montana matter with a new grand jury called after a Helena session. A specialist in drawing indictments was dispatched, fueling speculation on the department of justice’s target and alleged violations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Montana
Helena
Department of Justice
Steel Chief Warns on Government Price Control
Chairman Gary of United States Steel hints at government control possibly extending to price fixing for products. The remarks drew doubt on feasibility. The article also notes Champ Clark’s view that Bryan's aid may not be essential to a public man’s highest ambition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gary
United States Steel Corporation
Washington
Champ Clark
Bryan
Political Edge Shapes Bryan Clark Exchange
Col Bryan examines a tense scene as Hon Champ Clark, wary of the outcome, would prefer the presidency to the current power struggle, underscoring a sharp intra party clash over leadership and influence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Col. Bryan
Hon
Champ Clark
Beg President The Colonel Will Do What He Thinks Right
The remark asserts the president should lead boldly according to personal conviction and act as he believes just. It frames the colonel as a steadfast figure who will pursue what he regards as correct in policy and action.
Front of the defiant democracy breaks at distance
Fragmentary observation notes a faltering mood within the democratic movement as momentum appears fractured and cohesion weakens amid ongoing public scrutiny and distant factions.
Democratic Fight Over Free Trade and Wool Tariff
The Livingston Enterprise reports intra party strife as Democrats control the house. William Jennings Bryan pushes for free wool and free trade, opposing Underwood and Clark who seek limited tariff changes to unite the party. Outcome uncertain, with Bryan expected to face defeat within his own ranks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
House of Representatives
Bryan
Livingston
Congress
William Jennings Bryan
Underwood
Ways and Means
Clark
Foley Kidney Pills Advertised By W. D. Richards
Foley Kidney Pills contain the ingredients needed to regulate and strengthen kidney and bladder action. Try them yourself, W. D. Richards.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foley
W. D. Richards
Also Mentioned on This Page
Big Timber
Sweet Grass County
Jean P. Decker
Interstate Commerce Commission
United States Supreme
Court
Wickersham
Taft
Lorimer
Senate
Illinois
Chicago
Glee
Democratic Party
James J. Hill
West Side
John H. Hiller
Big Timber, Montana
Timothy Hay
Pioneer 3
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!