Conserving Morality In Progressive Manhattan Banks
Progressive Manhattan banks add gyms libraries and dining halls for staff from junior clerks to tellers. New hires get a one month probation without bonding. if kept, bonding required. Corn Exchange Bank in Wall Street says it employs many staff for branches citywide. Every employee on payroll gets a daily free lunch from Delmonico’s to curb associates’ partying and avoid risk rooms and curb gambling.
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Manhattan
Corn Exchange Bank
Walltreet
New York Press
Delmonico
Come Cook Lady We Seek Household Culinary Help
A dramatic plea from Echo Oregon asks for a contract to provide daily cooking duties with high pay and Sundays off. The writer promises afternoon breaks, a wash for a location, and notes mortgage hopes, car purchase plans, and daily coffee prep. Readers are invited to write the office for details and a return stamp.
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Echo
Oregon
H. G
Kansas Pioneer Stringfellow and the Border Ruffian Legend
The obituary recalls Dr. J. H. Stringfellow as a Kansas House member and founder of the Squatter Sovereign, a proslavery advocate who clashed with Gov. Reeder. the Shawnee mission legislature edited Missouri statutes to Kansas terms, while Stringfellow’s influence tied to Atchison. The piece also critiques the Chicago reciprocity convention, arguing U.S. export growth and manufacturing exports in 1905 contradict the idea of an antagonistic commercial attitude.
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J. H. Stringfellow
Kansas House of Representatives
Reeder
Shawnee Mission
Kansas-Missouri Line
Missouri
Kansas
Stringfellow
Atchison
Sovereign
John Brown
Jim Lane
Americans Gullible or Shrewd in Finance Debate
London Truth columnist Labouchere claims Americans are easily gulled by savvy swindlers and asks if the notion has merit. The Baltimore Sun counters noting moments of gullibility but argues Americans are not more susceptible than Britons, as European frauds still reap rich spoils.
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Labouchere
London
Atlantic
England
Cornstalk grows fast trap ends young climber in Cherokee lands
An Indian Territory exchange reports a boy climbed a corn stalk to see how the crop grew and is now lost from view as the stalk accelerates upward. Three men attempt to cut down the stalk with axes to rescue him though the plant keeps growing, and the boy subsists on raw corn.
Grave of William Hurry Found in Philadelphia Burial Ground
The grave of William Hurry who rang the liberty bell on July 4 1776 has been found in Pine Street Presbyterian Church burial ground Philadelphia. The Daughters of the Revolution Colonial Dames and Sons of the Revolution will care for the plot and restore it.
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William Hurry
Pine Street Presbyterian Church
Philadelphia
Daughters of the Revolution
Colonial Dames and
Sons of the Revolution
Boy 11 in San Francisco Hangs Self Over Grave Wood
Walter St Clair, an 11 year old from San Francisco, hanged himself in a cellar to avoid chopping grave wood for his mother.
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Walter St Clair
San Francisco
No complaint verdict in murder case term
In a historical note the coroner might return a terse verdict when a man attempts to kill his wife but dies by his own action, summing the case as no complaint and everyone satisfied. The remark reflects a grim, detached attitude toward fatal domestic violence cases.
Cebu keeps schools open amid famine as Taft visits
A 2000 child parade greeted Secretary Taft in Cebu, illustrating American ideals in the Philippines. Despite famine, tax relief, and aid, Cebu City maintains its schools, challenging claims Filipinos cannot be Americanized. The piece contrasts American and Spanish colonial legacies and notes Cebu as a historic Spanish settlement where education persists.
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Taft
Cebu
Philippines
Chicago
Cebu-Magellan
Cebu City
Islands
Celia
Mr. Taft
Republic
Portentous Reciprocity Gathering Draws Broad Delegates
Chicago reports a large turnout of 600 delegates from New England to Texas for the National Reciprocity conference. The meeting debated dual tariff options and reciprocity while noting divisions among farmers, livestock interests, manufacturers, and politicians. Governor Cummings and Senator Cullom attended amid mixed views on immediate tariff change.
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Chicago
Illinois Theater
Jackson Boulevard
Record-Herald
New England
Texas
Boston
S. H. Cowan
Cattle Growers’ Association
Lone Star State
Southwest
Idaho
Mississippi Valley
Massachusetts
Nebraska
Cullom
Dunne
Illinois
Henry B. Blackwell
West
Blackwell
John Kasson
John Mayhen
Discrimination Fears Sway Against Trade Reciprocity
The American Economist argues reciprocity breeds discrimination as states treat some nations better than others. It cites the Cuban treaty provoking Germany and warns that similar deals would provoke France, Russia, Austria, Belgium and others to retaliate. It says Britain would not remain quiet and urges treating all countries alike per Washington. No exclusive favors.
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Germany
France
Russia
Austria
Belgium
Great Britain
John Bull
Washington
Comforting Assurance on Tariff Revision Cited
The Richmond Leader quotes the American Economist warning that tariff revision depends on Democrats controlling all government branches. It argues stability will keep money and growth steady for years, while three years hence the country will know how to respond to Democratic ambitions.
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Richmond
Friends of Revision
Reciprocity debate splits Republicans and reformers
The Burlington Hawkeye questions Republicans joining Democrats to end protection and favor reciprocal trade. The St Louis Globe Democrat notes reciprocity resolutions oppose the popular urge to leave well enough alone. The Chicago convention is seen as rushing after the Havemeyer Thurber issue, with critics likening it to a gold brick in a beef trust.
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Burlington
Chicago
Havemeyer-Thurber Banco
N. Y. Press
Tipping in Germany and its impact on business bribery
In Germany tipping is described as a bribery method that vexes business people and complicates transactions. The practice is portrayed as creating an extra cost burden and ethical concerns for managers and customers alike.
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Germany
Tariff Debate Reinforces Pro-Protection Stand
The piece argues against free trade within the Democratic Party and urges tariff revision that preserves protectionist policy. It notes Republican support for a revenue-focused tariff and cites past pressures from the Wilson bill, Cleveland era policies, and reactions to Bryan and Parker. It contends industrial interests require safeguarding national manufacturing supremacy.
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Democratic Party
Ephraim
Democracy
Randall
North
United States
Cleveland
Bryan
Parker
Standpatism defeats and tariff views across papers
A compilation of editorials and quotes on tariff policy and politics. It cites Cedar Rapids Republican on standpatism failing, San Francisco Chronicle on wheat export prices, Troy Times on prosperity, American Economist on reciprocity and labor, and taft Philippines reception showing U.S. sentiment, plus notes on Bourke Cochran and Watterson remarks and a Bank clearances figure under tariff regimes.
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Republican Party
Bryan
San Francisco Chronicle
Troy Times
Taft
Philippines
United States
Bourke Cochran
Chicago Tribune
Col. Bryan
Henry Watterson
Mr. Watterson
Denver
Mystery Vanishes in City Crowd After City Work
A man of experience notes that once city fellows finish with you the so called mystery of city life fades as crowds fill streets and daily life resumes.
Books for Japan in 1901 and 1902 deliveries
In 1901 Germany supplied Japan 96 394 books while Great Britain provided 87 608. The following year England shipped Japan over 315 000 books.
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Japan
Germany
Great Britain
England
Hungarian invents electric wash system without soap
A Hungarian proposes washing clothes with electrified water rather than soap. The system claims to remove all spots and dirt and can wash about 300 garments in under 15 minutes.
Plague Reasoned From Mosquitoes and Uncleanliness
The article states that yellow fever in the south is largely caused by mosquitoes and uncleanness, arguing these factors drive the disease's existence and spread.
Price drop on old Alaska eggs sparks nostalgia
A traveler returning from Alaska notes that eggs once worth 1.25 dollars each in 1898 are now two for 75 cents. The observer quips that eggs carried over from 1898 would seem to drop in price.
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Alaska
Wives as Hypnotists Club Debate
A woman physician suggests that all wives should become hypnotists to influence their husbands sometimes better with a club. The remark reflects social satire and gender norms discussed in the era.
Liechtenstein Stands as Europe’s Armyless Principality
Liechtenstein sits between Austria and Switzerland and remains the only European country without a standing army. The reigning prince resides in Vaduz, the capital.
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Principality of
Liechtenstein
Austria
Switzerland
Europe
Vaduz
Lake Morat Turns Red Every Decade
Lake Morat in Switzerland changes color every tenth year due to unique water plants not found in any other lake. The phenomenon draws researchers and visitors to observe the crimson tint that appears briefly before fading.
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Morat
Switzerland
Tracing a Deer Doe and Fawn on a Woodland Trail
An observer quietly follows a white tailed deer through hardwood and open meadow, noting the doe feeding and a spotted fawn nursing among ox eye daisies. The scene captures careful tracking on a calm woodland afternoon with a final alarm as mother and child escape.
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Ernest Harold Baynes
Treasury plan promises $20 bills to all
Fear will vanish if the treasury hands out $20 bills to all comers. The idea would instantly popularize the artists and remove concerns that their qualities may not meet expectations.
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Treasury
Young De Gull Versus Croesus in Estate Tale
A modern quip contrasts Young De Gull with his late grandfather. The Cleveland Plain Dealer notes the grandfather was found to be merely wealthy when his estate was inventoried, underscoring a boastful lineage versus actual wealth.
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de Gull
Cleveland Plain Dealer
Wanted to Surprise Him Crawford-What makes you think
Town Topics reports a breezy chat on trust and curiosity as Crabshaw notes that each summer Crawford’s wife returns from the country unannounced, prompting light banter about surprises and confidence.
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Crawford
Crabshaw
Giving is the secret of growing and faith
A sequence of reflective maxims on charity faith and personal conduct contrasts spiritual growth with social duty. It emphasizes generosity, inner virtue, courage facing failure and the distinction between serving Christ and serving the church.
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Christ
Wheels and tires urged to better fit road vehicles
Technical writers warn wheels for driving roads lag behind other carriage parts. Experiments on heavy vehicles favor taller broader wheels. England recommends eight ton axle loads with tires about ten and a half inches wide. Increasing wheel diameter is viewed as more effective than widening tires to protect roadbeds.
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England
Dialogue Between Mrs and Mr Chatters in Philadelphia Press
A brief exchange shows Mrs Chatters implying undervalued opinions and Mr Chatters replying they are so valuable they shock him to see them spread freely. The Philadelphia Press commentary frames the dialogue as a social remark.
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Mrs. Chatters
Mr. Chatters
Philadelphia Press
Chauffeurs Discuss After Accident In City Note
A fragment describes two chauffeurs reacting to an accident. The first asks if he kept his presence of mind. The second confirms by noting that he requested medical advice as soon as the doctor arrived.
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N. Y. Sum
Refused to Tell Sparked by a Challenge
A fragment from a Chicago Record-Herald item features a tense exchange as a woman warns a man away with defiant bets and a challenge to proceed, signaling a confrontation or romantic tension in a public scene.
Thrifty Citizen Seeks Safer Investments
A thrifty citizen tells the Washington Star he plans to save but is surveying options to avoid handing money to any firm willing to take bigger risks. He aims to protect his funds while considering prudent ledgers and safer opportunities.
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Washington Star
Thoughtful exchange on youth and thoughts aboard train
An old man asks why a youth whistles and suggests it spurs others to think. The youth replies he whistles for want of thought. The elder notes the whistle prompts both thinking and wicked thoughts in listeners.
Their Use Jails and Wealth in Modern Justice
Quote-driven note on justice and wealth from Life magazine questions whether jails exist only for the caught who can afford to stay free. The exchange contrasts punishment with financial means, implying systemic inequity in incarceration.
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