Self Made Man vs College Man A Debate On Life’s Path
John M Smyth weighs whether self made or college bred men have better odds in life. He argues both sides, noting that college training helps only if paired with hard work and practical experience. The piece emphasizes individual effort and the variable role of education in achieving success.
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John AM. Smyth
John M. Smyth
Ian Manges
Grearly
Hinds
Oceanni
Thesigess Locannor Sas
Uolmer
Virgil
Stony Point Fort's 1779 capture by Wayne highlighted
Narrative recalls Mad Anthony Wayne capturing Stony Point on July 15 1779 in a midnight assault. The bold operation involved a stealth approach past guards and resulted in American victory with 15 killed 83 wounded and 546 prisoners taken from the British. The fort was later evacuated as British forces approached.
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Anthony Wayne
Stony Point
Hudson
Odell
Society For the Preservation of Scenic and
Sag Llarbor
Long Island
Washington
Highlands
Verplanck
Ver Dlanck
Clinton
Tryon
Long Island Sound
New Haven
Ain
Verplanck’s Point
Cause of the Miners Strike by Samuel Gompers
The article explains why 147000 anthracite miners in Pennsylvania are on strike due to long term wage reductions, high company store prices, and poor living conditions in company housing. It notes struggles over twenty five years, a 10 percent wage increase won after a protracted struggle, and ongoing cost of living pressures.
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Pennsylvania
Anarchy must be stamped out says Hon. J. H. Bromwell
The essay condemns anarchy as a deadly plague threatening liberty and orderly government. It argues it seeks to destroy all government, threatens social chaos, and urges strict enforcement of laws to prevent its spread, noting broad public support for decisive action.
American Paint Consumption in 1901
About thirty million gallons of mixed paint were sold in the United States during 1901. The bulk of this paint is lead and zinc based with linseed oil, mainly used in towns and villages with wooden structures. Water up to 2 percent is common and not considered adulterant. lime water forms calcium soap with linseed oil, aiding stirring.
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United States
United States of America
Carrier pigeon misled hunter packs fake warn of fate
A hunter returns with a supposed bag of birds, claiming a last minute catch. His wife discovers a leg tag reading Bigelow & Arnold Poultry and Game Central Market, revealing the so called game was a carrier pigeon.
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Philadelphia
Mr. Walsingham
George
Mrs. Walsingham
The Males in the Majority Across States
The article notes that males outnumber females in all but eleven states and territories, mainly along the Atlantic coast. California has the largest male excess at 156,009, followed by Minnesota 113,586, Texas 109,000, and Pennsylvania 106,007. It also mentions Key West carriage rides priced at ten cents.
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Atlantic Seaboard
California
Minnesota
Texas
Pennsylvania
Tariff Revision Movement Rises in Republican Ranks
The piece argues tariff reform cannot be blocked by Republican leaders and cites a Middle West demand for tariff remodeling. It notes Dr. Schurman and the Iowa platform advocating protection reform and reciprocity with Cuba as central to party sentiment, while Roosevelt favors reciprocity but cautions in his December message.
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Middle West
Iowa
Schurman
Cornell University
Roosevelt
Cuba
Republican tariff reform pledge shapes Iowa convention
The text notes a shift from local election concerns to a national policy question. It argues eleven Iowa Republican Congressmen elected this fall should go to Washington pledged to support tariff reform as outlined in their platform. It contrasts Democratic positions with presidential statements and highlights rising living costs affecting households nationwide.
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Iowa
Washington
Baltimore Sun
Woman's One Arm. Ohio Doctor Leads Dress Reform Crusade
Dr. Clara W. Bruce of Cincinnati launches a campaign to replace costly trimmings with simple gowns. She envisions a plain elegant CLARA BRAT style, a free league with own badges, and aims to create outfits for 60 to 75 cents. She argues many husbands and brides feel burdened by expensive attire and favors practical, affordable fashion.
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Ohio
Clara W. Bruce
Cincinnati
Woiman
Bia
Clara Bret
League
Dimity
Tariff reform debate grows even within party lines
The piece discusses shifting opinion on tariff revision driven by public opinion and leaders like McKinley. It argues tariffs enable trusts and monopolies, justify protections, and spur calls for reform to curb prices and foreign trade issues. It contrasts Republican and Democratic takes on Iowa Platform implications.
There Is No Lack of Issues Says Boston Globe
The Democrats control a broad slate of pressing issues while Republicans are tied to past failures. The paper urges Democrats to drop faded notions and achieve unity by shedding non essentials for a harmonious platform.
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Boston Globe
Opulent Policy Critique of Tariff Trusts
The Houston Post calls out tariff nurtured trusts and presses for relief at home. It condemns Republican oppression of foreigners as un-American and costly, framing reform as a domestic duty rather than charity.
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Republican Party
Waste to Support Tariffs in Philippine Trade Dispute
The Philippine waste may aid high tariff workers by arguing that the country needs all tariff taxes. Trusts would benefit from continued rates currently collected, as noted by the St. Louis Post-Dispatch.
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St. Louis Post-Dispatch
Victoria's tact praised by Marshal Canrobert on Victoria visit
A Paris biography of Marshal Canrobert recounts the queen's state visit to Paris. At the Invalides the royal group and crowd stood in silence before Napoleon's tomb. Queen Victoria, with Prince Albert and the Prince of Wales nearby, urged the prince to kneel before the tomb, shown as an act of political tact and humanity.
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Marshal Canrobert
Paris
Queen Victoria
the Invalides
Napoleon
Prince Albert
Prince of Wales
Princess Mathilde
An Eye to Business and a Child’s Wise View
A Chicago Journal item recalls a congressman joking about selling his infant son for gold yet choosing to keep him until he is older, with his daughter weighing future value. A Philadelphia Press quip notes enduring untold charity.
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Chisago Journal
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Hon. J. HW. Bromwell
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Key West
Houston Post
Ular
William McSkinley
Chicago
Baltimor
Our
Mars
Tsaiung Hale
Chicago Chronicle
Victoria
Edward
Philadelphia Press
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