Hallet on Philippines Criticises Government Attitude
Judge Moses Hallet delivers a Boulder Colorado law school address criticizing U S policy in the Philippines. He warns of a nation in rebellion against liberty and laments America’s drift toward despotism as it expands control over other lands and peoples.
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Boulder
Colo
Law School
The
University of Colorado
Moses Hallet
Law
Denver
Philippines
United States of America
Stamp Tax Ends on Most Daily Documents After July
A revised war revenue act will remove stamps from nearly all daily business documents effective July 1. Telegraphs, checks, bonds, deposits, drafts, receipts, life policies, leases, mortgages, power of attorney, notes, money orders, protests, and warehouse receipts will no longer require stamps. Taxes on beer cigars tobacco and cigarettes are cut and theater and billiard taxes reduced. Sleeping car tickets and bills of lading retain a one cent tax. Government receipts are projected to fall by 40 to 50 million dollars annually.
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Aet
Congress
Wise but not in all things justice Brewer wedding license tale
A Washington marriage license mix up involves Justice Brewer of the Supreme Court planning a Burlington Vermont ceremony. The piece recalls Thomas Jefferson’s failed windmill plan after a neighbor questioned log transport to a high hill, ending the project.
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Justice Brewer
United States Supreme Court
Miss Molt
Burlington
Vermont
Washington
Thomas Jefferson
White House
Montecello
Virginia
Everting
Little Mountain
Market Spike in Chicago Corn Bid Reaches 784 Cents
A July note reports corn prices in Chicago rising sharply to 784 cents a bushel as traders react to supply concerns. The fragment hints at a market corner or manipulation claim without detailing individuals or actions.
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Chicago
Utah's Chief Executive Wedded to Miss Katz
Salt Lake, June 5. Governor Heber M. Wells of Utah married Miss Emily Katz former society editor of the Salt Lake Herald at the bride's mother's home 1328 East South Temple street. Bishop O F P Whitney performed the Mormon ceremony before about one hundred relatives and friends.
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Salt Lake
Emily Katz
The
Bryan Declares Imperialism Clear Issue in Democratic Debate
W J Bryan spoke to about 1500 at the Democratic club rooms in Kansas City on June 5. He argued that the party cannot be reorganized by those who sided with the enemy in 1896 and 1900. He tied the Supreme Court ruling to imperialism as the defining issue and said it would topple the Republican party.
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Kansas City
W. J. Bryan
Democratic Club
Supreme Court
President Skips Pan American Exposition Day
Washington dispatch states the president will not attend the Pan American exposition in Buffalo on June 15 designated as president's day. Mrs. McKinley’s condition remains dangerous making any trip unlikely for at least forty eight hours.
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Washington
Buffalo
Republican State Central Committee Meets in Boise
The Republican State Central Committee held a meeting in Boise. Hon Frank Gooding of Lincoln County was chosen chairman, succeeding Major Penn who resigned to accept a federal post. Democrats hold a vacant chair but focus on weightier matters in the future.
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Tym
Republican State Central Committee
Boise
Frank Gooding
Lincoln County
Penn
Wccept
Democratic Committee
Governor Wells Weds Quietly in Utah Rites
Governor Wells of Utah married on Wednesday evening then left for Buffalo with his bride. The ceremony and secrecy sparked local chatter as the couple departed, keeping the nuptials low key away from public view.
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Governor Wells
Utah
Buffalo
Colonial Americans and Indians Compared in Century Debate
The remark links colonial era struggles with contemporary Native American issues, arguing a consistent historical clash between settler and Indigenous groups. It frames ongoing tensions as a long arc of conflict, prompting reflection on progress and consequences.
Texas cl men grow rich on shick as grease practice
A fragment notes how slick grease begets wealth for Texas clerks or common men amid shick industry rhetoric, implying profitable but dubious gains and broader regional commentary.
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Texas
Supreme Court Rebuffs Flag Doctrine in Armed Forces Ruling
A court decision rejects a constitutional principle tied to the flag, asserting that military personnel and commanders uphold national law through their actions rather than a symbolic constitutional doctrine. The ruling emphasizes duty and discipline among servicemen backed by legal precedent.
Western Federation of Miners Opposes Expansion Policy
In a Denver meeting the Western Federation of Miners denounces expansion and a large standing army and calls for protecting workers rights through ballot measures.
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Western Federation of Miners
Denver
McKinley Declines Extra Session to Govern Philippines
The president will not call an extra session of Congress for Philippine authority. The cabinet advises against it and says McKinley has all necessary powers to govern.
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McKinley
Congress
Philippines
Cabinet
End of the Bloody Shirt Era Hurts Chicago Kansas City Conventions
The article reflects on the fading role of the old bloody shirt politics in the Chicago and Kansas City conventions. It argues these issues have served their time and generation and urges letting them rest in peace.
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Chicago
Kansas City
American Sown in British African War Seeks Fifty Million
American growers supplied the British with soldiers for the war in Africa. The British paid fifty million dollars for male labor sent to the conflict, a figure highlighting foreign involvement and profits in the war effort.
Supreme Court Acknowledges Political Question on Territory
The court rules that acquiring foreign land is a political question but avoids party lines on Puerto Rican issues. Tam News views the ruling as a situational necessity shaping policy rather than a clear partisan split.
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Supreme Court
Tam News
Senator McLaurin Withdraws Resignation After Governor's Request
The South Carolina senator retracts his resignation at the governor's request. North Carolina's governor then urges Tillman to act, hoping both governors and the senior lawmakers can resolve the delay in dates.
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Senator McLaurin
South Carolina
North Carolina
Tillman
Family appointments surge in Colorado politics
The Colorado governor filled multiple high posts with relatives including a brother-in-law as warden, his son as district chief game warden, and a nephew as chief clerk in the insurance department, plus two related board seats. The proceeding shows a pattern of extensive family influence in government appointments.
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Colorado
Governor Praises Idaho Exhibit at Pan American Exposition
Governor Hon reported Idaho's display at the Pan American Exposition is highly favorable and, in several respects, superior to exhibits from larger and older states upon his return to Batse.
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Hon
Batse
Idaho
Partial program for Mining Congress in Boise announced
A partial program for the Mining Congress opening in Boise on July 23 has been published. Gov. Hunt and Boise Mayor Richards will deliver welcome addresses. James Hutchinson and W B Heyburn will present important papers to be read by invitation.
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Mining Congress
Boise
Gov. Hunt
Richards
Jas. Hutchinson
W. B. Heyburn
Unequaled Service Via Great Salt Lake Route
Advertises the Salt Lake City and Denver route via Rio Grande Western railroad with connections to Denver & Rio Grande or Colorado Midland. Promotes three daily through trains to Chicago and St Louis with Pullman, chair cars, observation cars, and dining car service. Includes contact names W C McBride 47 S Broadway Butte and Geo W Helutz Salt Lake City.
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Salt Lake City
Denver
Rio Grande Western Railway
Denver & Rio Grande
Colorado Midland
America
Pullman Palace
Chicago
St. Louis
W. C
McBride
S. Broadway
Butte
Geo
W. Helutz
Montara
Liehty’s Celery Nerve Company Ad Promises Relief
An old advertisement targets readers with questions about irritability sleep trouble and anxiety and promotes Liehty’s Celery Nerve Company as a superior remedy. Bold print credits Scott & Co.
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Liehty
Celery Nerve Company
Scott & Co
Perfect digestion as foundation of health
An advertisement asserts that digestion is key to health and that HERBINE boosts appetite and digestion, delivering vigor to body functions. The product is priced at 50 cents and sold at Seote & Co.
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Seote & Co
Fene Hay Ranch for Sale at 160 Acres Bargain
A fine hay ranch of 160 acres including dwelling and outbuildings with water rights is offered for sale. Marketed as a bargain and a snap for sheep or cattle men. Apply to or address News Office.
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James F. Ballard
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