Tariff debate and a looming Railroad Trust in America
A Chicago American editorial argues tariff reform shifts from protection to open markets under pressure from Russia and domestic producers. It highlights Secretary Gage, Blaine, and Alexander, then foresees a future “Universal Railroad Trust” led by Morgan, Rockefeller, and others, with vast capitalization and control over U S railroads, challenging public ownership debates.
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Cleveaia
Europe
Cleveland F
Wep
Engineerdne
William L. Saunders
Saunders
Yeneth
Gage
Russia
Blaine
Protection
United Suites
Curtius
Alenander Dlume
Ford
Lrussia
St. Peersbourg
America
Chicago American
Railroad Trust
United States
J. Pierpont Morgan
William SK. Vanderbilt
James J. Hill
Edward D. Harriman
George
Great Britain
Mr. Moreau
Mr. Rockefeller
Cornelius Vanderbilt
New York Central
New York Journal
New Jersey Trusts Pay Vast Fees to State Treasury
The Springfield Republican reports New Jersey will receive about 2.1 million dollars this year from trusts domiciled in the state, including charter and filing fees, while state government costs run under 340 thousand dollars annually. The charter fee paid by United States Steel Corp. to New Jersey totals over 220 thousand dollars.
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New Jersey
United States Steel Corporation
Springfield
Mass
One More Dockward Step in Civil Service Fight
Resident McKinley appoints ex-Congressman Rodenberg of Iiiness to vacant civil service commissioner post. Rodenberg’s reform sympathy shown by his 76 vote to strike the commission appropriation last year, now drawing a salary and refuge in the reform effort. Poor civil service reform, complains the New York World.
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McKinley
Civil Service
Rodenberg
Iiiness
McKinley and Philippine Policy Critics Clash
The item quotes editorials opposing William A. Rodenberg’s civil service appointment and criticizing McKinley’s handling of the Philippine question. It cites New York Press and Johanan town Democrat rebuking alleged corruption and imperial strategy.
Recent Democratic Victories and Cautious Optimism
The Cincinnati Enquirer voices cautious hope that Monday's demonstration signals real strength for the Democrats, not a temporary spasm, and notes spring wins could prove valuable in November with proper leadership after simplifying past errors.
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Cincinnati Enquirer
Democracy Gains Ground In United Democratic Ranks
The Brooklyn Eagle notes that rational debate within Democratic circles drives influence more than formal reorganization. No overthrow of party structure occurred in cities like Cleveland Chicago or St Louis, but ordinary members have seized control of existing organizations.
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Cleveland
Chicago
St. Louis
Brooklyn Eagle
William the Promise Breaker cited by Kansas City Times
The Kansas City Times dubs William a promise breaker, noting Mel Winley style shiftiness and avoidance of pledges. It cites Chicago Chronicle claiming he violated more pledges than all predecessors, urging the label endure for future generations.
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Wiliam
Knox
Rodenberg
Mel Winley
Chicago Chronicle
William the
Kansas City Times
Incongruous Policy On Philippine Governance
St. Paul Globe criticizes the policy in the Philippines noting Morgos and Jolos as Mohammedans polygamists and slaveholders are allowed self rule while Tagalogs and Christian tribes are governed by an autocratic commission and treated as vassals by irresponsible satraps.
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Philippine
St. Paul Globe
Pressure on Pension Office Leadership Should Evans Be Retained
The Louisville Courier Journal argues that if Mr Evans has failed as Pension Commissioner he should be discharged without reassignment, but if he has fulfilled his duties he should remain in office. The piece criticizes officials who let pension rackets run the office.
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Aguinaldo
McIisinsey
Johanstown Democrat
Evans
Louisville Courier-Journal
States Plan Broad Representation at Pan-American Exposition
States and territories commit substantial funding for Pan-American Exposition displays. New York leads with 200000 for a permanent building, followed by Illinois 75000 Michigan 40000 Ohio 30000 Missouri 50000 and Wisconsin 25000. New England states pool for a regional building while California details a large 84 by 122 foot state building with gas lighting and scenic sculptures. The Michigan and Ohio River themes feature in architectural and interior plans.
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Uncle Sam
New York
Empire State
Illinois
Michigan
Ohio
Missouri
Wisconsin
New England
Massachusetts
Rhode Island
Connecticut
Maine
Vermont
New Hampshire
California
State Board of
Ohio River
Lake Erie
State Exhibits At Pan American Fair Across Many States
Alabama proposes to appropriate 25000 for an exhibit and Georgia, Iowa, Idaho, Pennsylvania, Minnesota, New Jersey, North Dakota, Kentucky, Maryland and Delaware announce allocations or commissions. Ohio’s building stands on a broad plateau with fluted columns. Illinois and Wisconsin buildings feature distinctive styles and spacious interiors. Michigan uses white walls while Minnesota and others prepare to display diverse industries.
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Trade
Los Angeles Chamber of Commerce
Alabama
Georgia
Iowa
Agricultural and Horticultural Boards
Idaho
Pennsylvania
Minnesota
New Jersey
North Dakota
Kentucky
Maryland
Baltimore
Michigan
Chicago
Illinois
Middle West
Wisconsin
Court of State
Movement Against Kissing Forms New Paris League
A Paris group led by Mme. Petit promotes abstaining from kissing to preserve health. Members would instead shake hands. some suggest requiring purification of hands with phenic acid or bichloride of mercury before greeting.
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Paris
Mme. Petit
Buried cities in Mexico yield ancient palaces
Mexico reveals buried cities and palaces as archaeologists uncover carvings and construction skill surprise scholars. The article notes generous contributions to Aztec studies and warns against hoaxes claiming fake artifacts.
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Mexico
That and This: Reflections and Global Factoids
A mosaic of quotes and notes on wisdom, water service in London, conference value, large army sustenance needs, Russian railway motive power shift to petroleum, motor-car towing canal boat efficiency, Canadian gold yields and price rise, ancient Roman ring customs, and New York library investment versus city-owned libraries with a future grand building planned in New York.
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Mencius
London
Russian Ministry of Communication
New York
New York City
Congressional Library
Washington
United States
Peruna praised by Congressman Botkin in nationwide letter
prominent Kansas Congressman J D Botkin endorses Peruna and Manalin for chronic catarrh of the stomach and constipation. The letter cites relief from a twenty five year condition and urges others to try the remedy. Additional testimonials describe rapid stomach relief and improved appetite after using Peruna.
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Kansas Statesman
Peruna
Hartman
Botkin
Winfield, Kan
Manalin
Washington
J. D. Botkin
State of
Kansas
Frank Richter
Winona, Minn
Peruna Medicine Company
Destroying Insects in Winter and Orchard Care
The article advises burning over places where insects winter such as grass, leaves, osage hedges, lanes and fence corners in late fall winter or early spring to destroy many pests. It warns against May cleaning and suggests inspecting orchards for cocoons and insects hidden in folded leaves on twigs and removing them before foliage.
Gave Up His Job for Good Reason
A New York Weekly item notes a man resigning as collector for Jones. He explains he owed money to many of the men Jones sent him to collect from, prompting the quitting.
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Jones
Don
New York Weekly
Mails Weighed Quadrennially Across Districts
The government weighs all mail every four years with district divisions and weigh-ins at entering and unloading points. Weighing occurs on mail cars when possible, otherwise at offices or stations. Contracts pay per mile by mail weight. padding is prohibited and penalized. weights include sacks, pouches, and mail matter.
Dont Call Him Doc A Milwaukee Doctor’s Cautionary Tale
A Milwaukee physician recalls a patient who repeatedly called him doc. The physician says each familiar usage prompted a billable $1, noting the cost of familiarity and asserting awareness of the practice’s pricing.
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Milwaukee
Journa
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