Roosevelts challenge on pensions and government spending
The piece argues against an age based pension order for Civil War veterans and presses for a law granting pensions to surviving heroes, cites executive power limits, and calls for fiscal reform. It critiques rising expenditures, supports economy, and urges a political shift to reduce waste and promote accountability.
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Congess
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House of Representatives
Parker Pledges Calm, Service to Nation in Presidency
The speaker expresses readiness to serve as President if chosen, stressing nationwide responsibility over faction. He vows to use God’s help and all powers to fulfill the duties of the exalted office, affirming belief in the people’s good sense and integrity.
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Alton
Parker
Reckless Extravagance in Roosevelt Administration
A retrieved 1900s critique cites Treasury records to claim Roosevelt’s four-year expenditures vastly surpassed McKinley and Cleveland. It alleges four-year totals exceed prior administrations by hundreds of millions across civil, naval, and military establishments, with notable postal and pension gaps.
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MelNinley
Cleveland
Roosevelt
Secretary of the Treasury
McKinley
Veinisy
Stasi
Tiny shifts could swing Parker victory in key states
The piece argues that a small change in voter sentiment can alter election results. It notes about 15,000,000 votes cast for President and suggests narrow changes in states like New York New Jersey Connecticut Delaware West Virginia and Colorado could elect Parker. It warns Odell’s margins could be wiped out with less than a third of one percent shift.
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Judge Parker
New York
New Jersey
Connecticuut
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Colorado
Union
Odell
Judee Parker
Daniel not doubling hopes for Parker Davis win
Virginia's senior Senator Daniel, visiting Democratic Headquarters, expressed strong confidence in Parker and Davis victory. He stated he had never doubted their election and cited reports from across the nation, with optimistic outlook for New York New Jersey Connecticut and the Middle West to secure sufficient votes.
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Virginia
Daniel
Democratic
Ike
Parker
Davis
New York
New Jersey
Connecticut
Middle West
West Virginia Hopeful Chilton Sees Victory in November
W V ex Secretary and Democratic leader Chilton visited the National Democratic Committee last week. He argued WV is a debatable state but likely to carry in November. He cited party platforms and candidates as favorable, praising ex Senator Davis as a popular figure and warning of Republican efforts to court West Virginia voters, especially among African Americans, while pledging vigilance.
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W. E. Chilton
West Virginia
Cleveland
National Democratic Committee
Chilton
Davis
Missionary Work Aimed At 100000 Women Voters
The Republican National Committee sends Mrs. 2. Lien Poster to engage 100000 eligible women in Colorado Wyoming Utah and Idaho. Her role is to show women can aid themselves amid debates on fashion and social changes. The effort focuses on mobilizing female voters and rising public interest.
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Republican National
Lien Poster
Colorado
Wyoming
Ltrh
Idaho
Poster
Fori
Vst
Campaign Lie Nailed In Ulster County Affidavits
An affidavit authors sworn by Emery Freer Samuel Mott and Teunis Renoth debunks a circulating claim attributed to Judee Parker. They confirm Parker never made the wage remark alleged and state Parker paid the going wage rate of $1.50 to $1.75 daily to day laborers.
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Judee Parker
Lame
Ulster
Judee Parlerias
Dlas
Emery Freer
Samuel MoWatt
Teuis Renoth
Eriielo
Globe and Commoereialaverficer
New York
Esopus
Tadee Parker
Pam
Minerv Freer
Sam Mott
New Tooth
Carl Wismer
West Store
Nineston
Emery Yroor
Benefi Democrat
Ramuel J. Mott
Tonia Peeth
Cdenose
Ivydee Parker
Taok
Eiter
Fanery P Freer
Judge Parker
Freer
Parker Backed By Ex Senator Jones In Cheap Charge
Ex Senator James IX Jones of Arkansas, former DNC chair, aligns with Mr Bryan in a defense of Judge Parker. Jones calls Parker an incorruptible statesman and says charges of being controlled by Wall Street are false, promising enforcement of laws against illegal combinations and protection from predatory government favorites.
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James IX. Jones
Arkansas
Democratic National Committee
Bryan
Judge Parker
Jones
Warker
Wall Street
Strenuous life sparks Oyster Bay melee with Stamford team
President Roosevelt era rhetoric inflamed local rivalry as Oyster Bay residents invited Strimford Conn. players for a friendly game that escalated into a violent clash. Knives were drawn, injuries occurred, and residents debate whether the strenuous life should be preached to provoke such confrontations.
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Roosevelt
Oyster Bay
Strimford Conn. Baseball Nine
Oyster Baylies
Stamfordites
Oyster Day
Democratic Gain in Maine Signals Shifting Tide
Democrats claimed a modest gain in Maine where a full vote was cast last Monday. Republicans hailed Vermont results as a trend setter, but Maine showed reduced Republican majorty. Democratic hosts greeted the Maine tally with cautious elation, hoping for a broader shift in November.
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Maine
Mtnne
Roosevelt Defended as Trust Criticism Sparks NY Shrine Row
The Los Angeles Times columnists defend President Roosevelt against trust charges while sharply criticizing the Standard Oil Company. The piece notes the shrine at No 26 Broadway New York as a site where supporters lay offerings and reflect on the era’s trust battles, reflecting heightened public debate.
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Broadway
Public expenditures cited on Philippines and naval costs
The document cites budgets and costs for Philippines operations including armament, patrols, and transportation. It argues the sum amounts to public money spent abroad, comparing naval costs under successive administrations and noting large increases since 1899. It frames expense as funding for colonies and imperial power.
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Ciars
United States
ST Ono Ae
Philippine
Philippne Commission
Celal
Eaxnense
Philippines
Arma Nave
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Navy
Cleveland
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The Shepard Exvoluets on Economic Growth Under Democrats
Edward M. Shepard of New York argues that manufacturing output rose under Democratic rule from 1850 to 1900 while wages and salaries grew more slowly, showing economic liberty and unequal gains. He compares population and wealth growth across decades, noting shifts in growth rates and urging a focus on party influence on industry.
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Edward M. Shepard
New York
Promises and Costs in Roosevelt Era Army Spending
A critical reading of Roosevelt’s acceptance letter suggests Republicans fear his promises would triple military costs. It argues that if progress is the measure, the U S Army could rise from 212 million to about 210 million annually in eight years, with the Navy similarly rising from 8.3 million to around 800 million, signaling drastic increases under continued Republican governance.
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Progrim
Extravacance
Roo Evelt
United States
Roosevelt
New York Campaign Press Back Denverstein State Ticket
Democratic and independent newspapers in New York City largely back the Denverstein State ticket, except the Evening Post which praises Judge Plevich but withholds endorsement due to his political dabbling. The Post will still attack Odellisia, while Singling out Odell’s supporters for defeat. Republicans offer weak resistance, with the New York Sun urging sweeping Odell allies into the Tindson Riser fold.
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New York
Evening Post
Denverstie
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Denouince Odellisia
Golelf
Duds Tetiek
Democratic
Independent
Republia New York
Sun
Cautious Phrase Sparks Debate on Brute Force
A close reading of the line “Speak softly and carry a big stick” prompts scrutiny of power, restraint, and force in leadership. Commentators weigh whether the proverb endorses quiet diplomacy or coercive dominance.
Protection or free trade debate divides nation
An outspoken letter argues for tariff reform and free trade, asserting protection benefits only a few while harming overall prosperity. It critiques the Republican stance and Warns of tariff corruption, urging honest reciprocity and open international trade to boost employment and national wealth.
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Treaneis
N. Yin
Free Radiant
Friends
Republican Corruption Fund
Althouugh
Poor Comparison Claims No Big Rise in Living Costs
A Republican campaign critique argues wages keep pace with living costs, noting materials like bricks rise while putty falls. It claims overall cost increases are offset by the putty drop, citing National Bureau of Labor schedules.
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Attered
Republian
Nesert
National Bureau of Labor
Lewiston Leads Dems In Maine Election Tide
FR IWS HOME DEMOCRATIC Lewiston Maine home of Senator Brye and Nelson Dingrey author of the tariff marks a bright spot in the Pine Free State. Maine towns Lewiston Biddeford Saco Waterville Ben ion show heavy Democratic gains as mill workers and factory sectors ride the wave. Roosevelt letter quoted speaks of challenges to power with a biblical allusion.
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Brye
Ile
Nelson Dingrey
Maine
Liddeford
Saco
Waterville
Ben Ion
Beddeford
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