National Railroad Incorporation Plan Explained
Senator Newlands outlined a bill to prohibit over-capitalization and to incorporate railroads under a single national law, replacing the varied state statutes. He testified before the Senate Committee on Interstate Commerce, detailing how the plan would unify corporate governance across the industry.
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Enator
Newlands
Senator Newlands
Senate Committee On Interstate Commerce
Newland
The Poster in Politics and English Election Posters
A survey of the English poster campaign during General Elections notes vast spending on printed matter. Posters caricatured leaders like Chamberlain and Redmond, with Liberal and Unionist sides exchanging witty blows about tariffs and Home Rule. Costs ran near ten million pounds for January campaigns, with vote expenses averaging four shillings per ballot across regions.
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England
Birmingham
Chamberlain
National Liberal Club
London
Teabkorites
Working Man’s Party
Campbell-Bannerman
Lord Roseberry
Irish National Party
John Redmond
Redmond
Ireland
John Bull
Liberal Party
Johnny
C-B
Felp
Germany
Mr. Chamberlain
Tariff Reform League
Cobden
Joe Chamberlain
Arthur Balfour
Arthur
Mr. Balfour
Sir John Milals
United States
George IV
Galway
Sire
British Isles
Orkney
Shetland
Scotland
Merthyr Tydvil
Keir Hardie
Baroness Rosen's Violets In a Fragrant Coupé
Baroness Elizabeth Rosen daughter of the Russian Ambassador showcases a carriage with water holders and violet satchels to keep flowers fresh. She plans more flower stands and vivid perfume in her travels, bringing color and scent to every ride.
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Elizabeth Rosen
Drake’s Claim of Nouva Albion on Pacific Coast
Francis Drake claimed the western coast in 1579 and named it Nouva Albion or New England hoping to match Dover’s chalk cliffs near Point Reyes. The remark ties to early exploration and naming of the region.
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New England
Pacific Coast
Francis Drake
Nouva Albion
Point Reyes
Dover
Liberals Triumph in Alarmed Campaign Toned by War Notes
A historic Liberal victory is described with a focus on public sentiment rather than tariff arguments. The piece notes Conservative errors over seven years, including the Boer War and tensions over Chinese labor in South Africa, shaping political cartoons and campaign energy. Stump speeches avoided tariff debate.
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South Africa
Ballot Paper Fees Draw Criticism in Election Debates
A defeated candidate typically faces larger payment obligations than the winner. A ballot paper charge of 30 shillings per hundred is criticized as outrageous amid so much cheaper printing options.
Short of Money in a City Shop Dialogue
A furnisher hawks a black cutaway coat with a matching derby and vest. He touts twelve dollars as a bargain. Mr. Runt, a short man, doubts the price will suit him and questions the fit and affordability.
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Derby
Mr. Runt
Drunkards Cured Secretly at Home by Golden Specific
A noted Salvation Army worker praises Dr. Haines for a tasteless odorless remedy called Golden Specific. It can be added to tea coffee or food and is endorsed by temperance workers. The drinker may be reclaimed silently while a wife sister or daughter observes, even without consent.
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Salvation Army
Dr. Haines
W.C. PU
J. W. Haines
Glu
Glenn Building
Cincinnati
Ohio
Fall Boys
Blaine
Roc
Ollege Srv
Blaie Manufacturing CO
Concord Junction
Mase
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Middle West
New York
Baroness Rosen
Ersan
Marary
Insus
St. Loui
Elouer
Diamond Cutters Watchmakers
Jewelers Department
State Street
Chicaco
Illinois
TIS Bros & CO
Columbia, Novelty CO
Dept
Boston
Mass
Anderson Building
Jos. Batle
U.S. Food Commission
Bend
Battery Place
N. Y
W. A. Collings
Watertown
Peres
Raveller
Nicholas Lonzworth
Alice Roosevet
White House
New York City
National Photo-Souvenir Co
Washington, D. C
Europe
Mensure
Geadide
C. M. Medley
Duluth
Minn
Great Lakes
Brandy
U. Allen
Lazcen
Meeers, Kirtland Bros & Co
Austrian
Tyrol
Anapy Hines
Kirtland Bros. & GO
Chambers St
Pent
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