Prohibition and License Debate Highlights Individual Freedom
The Toledo Telegram reports on J. M. Osborn’s address to the Social Reform Association in Northwest city. He argues that excess laws create confusion and erode respect for law, urging repeal of obsolete statutes and favoring personal responsibility. He contends temperance campaigns often pit emotion against reason and that regulation can worsen crime and vice by stifling initiative. He cites prison and crime data to question alcohol as sole cause of crime and stresses the impact of environment and education on virtue.
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Toledo Tilegram
J. M. Osborn
Social Refence Association
Osborn Bean
Anne
Hisself
Seward
Garfold
Tilden
F. Osborn
Oklahoma boomers clash over lands policy interview
An interview excerpt shows Secretary Latour and land policy on Oklahoma. The administration declares the Oklahoma area part of Indian territory and not open to settlement, urging authorities to remove cattlemen and protect Indians from intrusion. Baltimore and Ohio interests promote land sales and immigration support.
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Captain Couch
Oklahoma
Secretary of the Interior
Oklahoma Lands
Landr
Oklahota
United States
Couch
Lamar
Latour
John W.garrett
Robert Garrett
Samuel Spencer
Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Co
Henry G Davis
W. Va. Central and Pittsburg Railroad Co
Win, &. Burns
Raton Savings Bank
Baltimore
T. Harrison Garrett
Hubert Garrett & Sons
Ferdinand
Introbe
Baltimore and Ohio Railroad
Maryland
Virginia
West Virginia
Ohio
Indiana
Illinois
W.T. Barnard
B. & ©, Immigration Co
Pray For Cheek A Washington Clerkship Prayer Guide
A satirical piece advises a Illinois youth seeking a Washington clerkship to pray at every step from bedroom to depot, gather endorsements, and press the concept that cheek and luck will carry the bid. It mocks political advancement through ritual and luck rather than merit.
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Illinois
Washington
Cheek
Callar
Cheak
U. S. Democrat
Reform debate on temperance and moral reforms
A spirited discussion explored the long war against alcohol and its social toll. Advocates argued for rational reform, while opponents warned against excessive moralism, urging practical measures to curb intemperance and promote philanthropy.
Postmaster General Amid Turmoil and Rail Triumphs
In Washington a critique of the Postmaster General reveals fear of executive overreach as officials flock to the top job. Meanwhile the Pennsylvania Central Railroad touts a 24 hour New York to Chicago service, promising safety and comfort as it reshapes eastern travel. The Oklahoma land dispute centers on opening the domain to White settlers, opposing government restraint and rancher encroachment.
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Wuntieees
D.C
United States
Siveriders
Mr. Vitas
Abselole
Mall Cartier
Mallacenty
Mr. Vilas Fe
Heaving James
Fawn
Gresham
Hatton
Congress
Atx
Temere
Pesinaylvania Railroad Company
England
Great Western Railway
London
Liverpool
Pennsylvania Central Road
New York City
Oklahoma Domain
Phono
Homestead Bill Proposal Aims To Provide Homes For Families
In a brief on the Ohio Legislature, a radical plan proposes twenty acres of land for residents meeting criteria of head of family and low property. The State Board of Agriculture would manage land purchases, with bonds to fund acquisitions and a 6 percent annual rental on land costs. Improvements become occupant property. The article notes constitutional support for related measures and mentions local reactions to agricultural reform.
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State Board of Agriculture
Noted Patent Remedies Promote Health Claims From Greene County Letter
A reader in Deep Valley Greene County Pa praises a series of patent medicines including Pearxa and Penurra claiming relief from constipation dyspepsia nervous trouble and cramps in a child. He asserts rapid improvement after using multiple bottles and urges others to try the products. Another letter states interest in a health book and notes broad benefit from Pearxa.
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Prospect
Ohio
Pravxa
Manacon
Pemuwa
Mawatiy
W. M. Plants
Deep Valley
Greene County
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