The Rise and Fall of Progressives in American Politics
The excerpt surveys the evolution of the U S party system from the founding electoral college to the rise of the progressive movement under Roosevelt and Wilson It argues party organization grew from the need to express diverse views and that the 1912 election yielded a collapse of the Progressive faction as the era produced a strong constructive Wilson administration and a weakened reform coalition
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Electora College
Republican Organization
Democratic Party
Republican Party
Wiliam Howard Taft
Progressive Party
Republical
Wilson
Theodore Roosevelt
Roosevelt
Progressive Congress
Taft
Olrline
Citheens
Waeehington
Republican Partisanship Tarnishes 1908 12 Political History
The passage argues that progressive and Republican factions have merged to undermine reform efforts. It claims conservatives back federal policies like the Federal Reserve Act, rural credits, and revenue measures, while criticizing Mexico and foreign policy as party tools. It notes independents support national interest over party, aligning with Democrats to uphold liberty.
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Progressive Party
Democratic Party
Republican Party
Tame Bat Typical Down in Mexico City
American corporations with large interests in Mexico organize a campaign around Hughes and intervention. The piece mocks Republican evasions on war versus peace, recounting a debate where a senator implies war might be declared if Republicans win.
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Mexico City
Wilson
Benatur Thomas
Colorado
Mexico
Federal Workmen’s Compensation Bill Advances to Senate
The House approved by 286 to to Kern McGullicuddy bill for uniform workmen’s compensation for federal employees. The measure, favorably reported to the Senate, would place all civilian federal workers in one class with equal indemnity, expanding protection beyond the 1908 law. President urges swift action before adjournment.
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New York World
House
Kern Mctillicoddy
United States
Senate
Kero McGullicuddy
Verdun gains surpass Somme efforts in early drives
In the first two weeks of Verdun the Germans captured almost five times as much ground as in all prior attacks. If the allies cannot match that effort in the Somme, they have made their greatest gains to date. British and French gains total about 75 square miles versus 150 square miles by Germany at Verdun.
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Verdun
Somme
Teutons
Correspondent Critiques Hughes On Presidential Run
A Kosten Transcript writer notes Hughes seeks arguments against the president, implying he accepted the Republican nomination without solid reasons to run. The piece portrays a cautious stance on Hughes’ political strategy and commitment.
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Kosten Transcript
Hughes
Oramo
German Treasurer Estimates War Spending Surges Weekly
The document claims Treasury secretary Helfrich estimates wartime expenditure at 575 million dollars weekly. It also suggests Chevveanne’s population reaches 15,000, implying each resident could receive 25 000 dollars weekly if funds were distributed.
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Dr. Helfrich
Imperial Germoan Treasury
Chevveanne
New Federal Farm Loan Bill Wins Nation Wide Approval
The nation welcomes the federal farm loan bill praised by President Wilson as immensely beneficial to farmers. It promises 40 year loans at up to 6 percent interest, aligning rural credit with other assets and easing mortgage burdens while sparking debate among papers across parties.
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New York World
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St. Louis Republic
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Taft
New York American
Alma
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Philadelphia Public Ledger
Ind
Grangers
South
Pittsburg Gazette-Timesa
Wileonwald
Philadelphia Inquirer
Hartford Courant
Minneapolis
Howe
Northwest
Federal Board
Moston Transcript
Couetrien
Oyster Bay Seen Under Roosevelt Reform Spirit
A Boston Journal clip portrays Oyster Bay urged toward a new era of social and industrial justice led by Colonel Theodore Roosevelt. It praises his push for a cleaner town with a public park and mocks European leaders, noting Oyster Day as a minor yet pivotal field for Roosevelt energy.
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Boston Journal
Oyster Bay
Theodore Roosevelt
New York City
Roosevelt
Theodore
Benewar
Liara
Oyster Day
RooséVelt
Bakst
Paderewaki
Wooden Shoes Reignite Economic Debate At Illinois Shoe Dealers Meeting
At the Illinois shoe dealers convention speakers debated future material substitutes for leather. The mock scenario imagined America becoming a wooden shoe nation within two years with wooden clogs and era humor. The piece envisions a playful, time-bending future while noting Mrs. Bill Stone of Milwaukee as a reader’s aside.
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Bill Stone
Miewurit
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Logan’s Book & Curio Store
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