Political miscellany and colonial era curiosities across the nation
A scattered column blends political commentary with quirky notes on Prohibition era consumption and public policy. It cites state governors, a California delegation heading to Washington, and Wyoming’s push for referendums and recall while mentioning Mexican violence and New York socialites.
Wyoming electors spark a revolution against machine rule
The November 8 Wyomings vote ends machine domination by ring politicians and marks a new era. Officials will change January 9, with Republicans in the legislature to prove reduced influence of party bosses and a shift toward independent, reform driven policy.
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Wyoming Woman Suffrage and Equal Rights Advocated
The piece rebuts Cardinal Gibbons and defends equal suffrage as practiced in Wyoming. It notes neighboring states Colorado Idaho and Washington granting women the vote before many others, arguing that prejudice wanes as more states adopt equal suffrage. It predicts continued success and eventual national equality.
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Little Toy Dog and a Father’s Old Joys
John Kendrick Banks recalls a dust covered toy dog and rusted steel cars as he revisits childhood in a Harper's Weekly reminiscence. He cherishes memories of his father’s tender play and the simple joys of long ago. The piece reflects on memory, aging, and the enduring value of cherished moments.
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John Kendrick Banks
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First Aid to a Frown in Marper's Weekly
A fragment from Marper's Weekly shows a suffragette addressing an audience and noting Mr. Dobbs in the third row. The dialogue hints at vigorous debate and guidance on how to press arguments.
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Wealthy Bowman Vanishes After Civil War Fortune
Pittsburg Nov 28. The Bowman family and police seek Milton Bowman believed to be 80 and missing from Dixmont asylum where he was confined. His fortune includes an $80,000 bank balance, real estate and an $806,000 oil wealth. His sister Martha Bowman in California and sister-in-law Mrs Young in New York report halted correspondence and mystery around his disappearance.
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Women defy Boston headgear ban at Symphony concert
In Boston on November 28 a mayoral edict requiring hat removal at the Symphony concert was ignored by a dozen elderly women. One refused was escorted out in the rain. A hatter’s participant received permission to stand in the back. two still resisted before one relented.
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