The Canteen Debate Sparks Army Navy Talk
The article reports on renewed controversy over the army canteen at a New York banquet hosted by the International Committee of the YMCA. General Brooke and Rear Admiral Barker voiced opposing views on post exchanges and shipboard liquor policies, highlighting differences between army and navy practices.
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Admiral Barker
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Brooke
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Navy
Peaceful czar hailed as keeper of world peace
The article portrays Nicholas II as a peace loving leader guiding Russia toward peaceful coexistence while Europe faces looming changes. It notes the Grand Duke Michael as successor, King Oscar's illness, Franz Josef’s fragile rule, Queen Victoria’s advancing years, and an era of shifting European power in the early 20th century.
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Victoria
Missions in China face critic and contention
Prof William Newton Clarke defends foreign missions in China amid rising criticism linked to unrest. He argues foreign influence provokes Chinese discontent but faults the accusation of missions as the root cause, noting Western aggression fueled the revolt. Dr A Conan Doyle urges army reform and professional service.
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William Newton Clarke
China
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Clarke
Haye
A. Conan Doyle
South Africa
Porto Rico Prosperity and Troop Reduction
The article notes Porto Rico’s improved conditions following a U S military withdrawal directed by President McKinley leaving about 1500 troops, two thirds natives, forming the Porto Rican regiment. It highlights loyalty, reduced unrest, and improved trade aided by Governor Allen’s measures, with remaining forces comprising American infantry and two light batteries.
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Porto Rico
Allen
Island Welfare Order Restores Work and Order
The commander’s demand that islanders earn supplies through work was harshly criticized yet seen as needed to end pauperization. Troops withdraw, order returns, business thrives, and the people are said to be happy with the restored stability.
New Smallpox Remedy Emerges In Press Fad
A purported smallpox cure circulates in newspapers claiming harmlessness to the healthy and rapid relief. It cites a zinc sulfate and foxglove mixture with sugars and water, dosing hourly to supposedly eradicate the disease within twelve hours, urging physicians to adopt it to avoid pesthouses.
Iowa's Astonishing Muddle Raises Election Confusion
A biennial election amendment abolishing odd year elections in Iowa creates a clash between terms of office. Some incumbents extend to 1902 while new officials nominally elected in 1901 may not take effect. The muddle leaves 2000 candidates in doubt and highlights a rare legislative drafting error.
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The Party of the People In Anaconda Standard Analysis
The Anaconda Standard criticizes the Boston Herald and the concept of the party of the people. It argues democrats understand money questions as well as Republicans and that Democratic leadership seeks power by claiming noble principles while courting ignorance and prejudice.
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Party of the People
Boston Herald
Europe
America
Anaconda Standard
Republicanism as higher intelligence over democracy
The piece argues that democracy corrupts and democrats lure the people with false promises while republicanism holds the higher intelligence. It asserts Republicans alone offer true leadership, ethics, and foresight, guiding the nation past class conflict to constructive solutions and national welfare.
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Ita
United States
Republican Party
Europe
America
Uncertain Montana Senate Race Emerges in State Press
The Missoulian reports growing doubt over Clark and Toole as potential U S senators. Joe Toole withdraws from consideration, a bloc seen as bad democratic omen. H L Frank signals strong bid despite shortages of water, coal, and crew to power the effort.
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United States
Montana
Clark and Toole
Joe Toole
H. L. Frank
Mr. Frank
Develop the Mines Park County Outlook
The Park County Republican praises renewed hope for the precious metal mining industry in the nation. It notes favorable political conditions and predicts a fresh season of activity, though acknowledging past promises often fell short.
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Park County
The Wrong Spirit in Montana Editorial
The Missoulian argues that social disorder hatred of class and mob rule threaten prosperity in Montana. It contends capitalists and capital organizations have never advocated taking rights from individuals under the constitution and rejects calls for upheaval.
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Montana
Chinese Exclusion Debate Builds Ahead of 1902 Expiry
Libby News notes Pacific coast newspapers agitating over the Chinese exclusion act set to expire in 1902. An effort was also made to frame the issue in the last campaign as a political factor. The article asserts the law will be renewed.
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Libby News
Pacific Coast
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