Ireland’s Home Rule Plan Seeks Self Rule Within Empire
The New York World reports on a proposed Home Rule bill granting Ireland a two chamber parliament with 164 elected deputies and 42 Westminster seats, while reserving imperial powers to London. Ulster MPs would gain proportional representation and local government expanded, with veto power by the Lord Lieutenant to curb emergency actions. Ireland would manage its police and social acts, including pensions and insurance, under broad autonomy while remaining within the empire.
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Preemiser Asquith
Ireland
House of Representatives
Ulster
Senate
ICS
Westminster
Market resilience amid crop and commodity concerns
LESKY CLEWS ON TRADE AND CROP CONDITIONS notes stock market faced unexpected obstacles this week including political fluctuations in the West, a weak Winter Wheat report, and a marginal decline in United States Steel March orders. Despite coal and rail labor tensions, a large $140 million surge in new securities tests absorption capacity, signaling shifting sentiment from timidity to confidence. The crop outlook remains broadly encouraging with late season and good soil conditions.
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Ripa
Taft Faces Nomination Draw in Open Primary
The article argues Taft will win the Republican nomination in Chicago despite weak support. It cites McKinley as saying Taft will secure the nomination with party machinery, while noting discontent with his policies and masses’ lack of popularity.
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RB. McKinley
Tafts
Comention
Chicago
Pennsylvania
Indiana
New York
Wisconsin
Taft
Republican protest over conventions and tariffs in 19th century debate
The piece argues the Republican Party cannot escape accusations of curbing voters through sham conventions and denying primary elections. It accuses the party of failing to reform or explain protective tariffs, claiming tariffs harm workers and producers while protecting elites. The tariff issue is presented as a defining issue for voters this year.
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Chlemgo
Republican Party
Thair Chofbe
Jim
Congress to fix patent law limits says court
The Supreme Court split on the scope of patent law and urged Congress to recall or amend the statute to avoid broad monopoly powers. Four justices held the issue, and the nine justices would keep the law as is unless Congress acts to tighten the rules.
Roosevelt Wins Big Across Illinois And Pennsylvania Primaries
The recent Illinois and Pennsylvania primaries show a marked setback for Taft and a surge for Roosevelt. Roosevelt's dominance in both states yields nearly complete delegation in Pennsylvania and a 125,000 margin in Illinois. The split between progressive and conservative camps weakens the party for November, while Wilson and Clark contest remains near even, with Wilson leading if he carries his home state.
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Teddy
Lorimeriam
Tle
Ilinois
Woodrow Wilson
Champ
Amer ican Workman Unequalled Says Governor Foss
Governor Eugene N Foss asserts American workers are highly efficient and fairly paid, arguing wage rates do not justify protectionist policies. He claims unprotected U.S. wages are higher than foreign wages in the same industries when adjusted for purchasing power.
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Earth
United States
Stover at Yale and democratic schooling ideals
The Wisconsin State Journal notes John Johnson's novel Stover at Yale arguing that major universities have become social hubs rather than educational institutions. He calls for abolishing exclusive clubs, equal access to learning, and universities as engines of democracy and personal growth.
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Whn Johnson
Stover
Yale
Woodrow Wilsoy
Princeton
Salvation of
America
Wisconsin State Journal
Hog feeding ration shown by Nebraska study
A Nebraska University experiment over seven years confirms hogs fed nine tenths corn and one tenth alfalfa produce the best gains. Eight rations were tested including wheat meal and bone meal, but corn alfalfa outperformed all. The finding is seen as important for Wyoming farmers as hogs become a growing statewide factor.
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Nebraska Uni
Silly Political Skit Sparks Laughter at Poster Night
A local crowd roared as Hank Oankins and others hosted a humorous stage bit featuring Roosevelt and Wilson as a team yoked together like cows. The gag ended with the audience laughing at the odd pair and the performance drawing a line between politics and entertainment.
Arbor Day Origin and Observation Encouraged by State Leaders
The State Press notes Arbor Day originated by J Sterling Morton former secretary of agriculture and praises its value for schools and homes in the west. Governor Carey designates April 26 as Arbor Day urging proper observance, while western papers opposing Roosevelt gains comment on Fisher stance against the Borah three year homestead bill. The Hartville Uplift emphasizes the paper serves the community with mutual support.
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J. Sterling Morton
Carey
Roosevelt
Gifford Pinchot
Fisher
Sheridan Democratic Club Organized
The Sheridan County Democratic club formed at the county courthouse last evening and is hailed as the leading political club in the county. The article urges Democrats to join, recruit others, and campaign for victory in November.
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Sheridan County
Democratic Club
Sheridan Enterprise
Newspaper Ethics: Earning Twice Over Every Benefit
The piece argues newspapers are not charity but self sustaining entities. It asserts that newspapers provide value beyond what they receive and rely on market forces and public trust.
Harmon Seen as Democratic Choice by Denver Official
Judge W L Stamper of Denver, on behalf of Governor Harmon publicity, labels Judson Harmon Ohio governor as the Democratic nominee for president citing tax reform, bank deposits, initiative and referendum, judiciary reforms, railroad labor deals, and federal service stature as key achievements. He argues Harmon is the strongest candidate over Taft and Roosevelt, with broad appeal and constructive experience. The piece ends noting widespread praise from railway workers and a local endorsement.
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Stamper
Judson Harmon
Ohio
Reaven
Harmon
Renson
White House
Clactonary
Hamilton
Dayton
Pere Marquette
East
United States
Roosevelt
Ladle
Taft
Anchor Line Advertisement Promotes New York Voyages
Attractive rates for tickets between New York and London Derry and Glasgow New York to Naples and other Mediterranean points Superior accommodation excellent cuisine and efficient service Apply promptly for reserva tion to local agent of Anchor Line or Henderson North America General Agents Chicago.
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Anchor Line
New York
Londonderry
Glasgow
Paldrmo
Naples
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