Political forecast notes Taft renominated but not elected
A Globe-Democrat correspondent surveys 14 pages of remarks about 1912 politics noting Taft likely to be renominated but not elected, growing voter numbers and first time in six states women gain full ballot. It compares 1896 fusion, Bryan rise, and current Democratic volatility as key uncertainty.
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St. Louis Globe-Democrat
Taft
United States
Ceautiel
Bryan
Chicago
Nebraska
William J. Bryan
Hospitality Shifts From East To West In Speech Etiquette
The Red Lodge Picket notes cordiality rises westward as introductions fade from New England and eastern ears. Travelers from Chicago to the Missouri line mingle freely, making the West seen as more hospitable and welcoming than the far East.
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New England
Othe
Chicago
Missouri
West
Far East
Red Lodge
1911 Hard Times But Mingly People Had More Money
The year 1911 brought hardship, yet residents of Mingly showed increased cash on hand and stronger spending power amid economic strain. Local merchants noted steadier sales and gradual recovery trends through the year.
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Mingly
Farmer’s letter urges home merchants to advertise prices
A farmer’s letter in a local paper argues mail order houses win by pricing and home merchants must advertise in home papers to inform customers. He warns merchants they lose customers by failing to reveal prices and product quality and urges adopting big store methods to attract shoppers.
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Livingston ‘Post
Trade Journal
Record temperance wave yields rising liquor use in U S
The temperance movement is noted as not producing lasting gains as the internal revenue reports show liquor production hitting new records. Per capita consumption rose from 17.22 gallons in 1900 to 22.29 gallons in 1911, signaling growing access and use despite reform efforts.
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Commissions of Internal Revenue
United States
High Cost of Living Sparks Calls for Pay Raises
Readers complain about rising prices and expenses with a nod to wage pressures. The column notes frustrations over budgeting and the impact of inflation on daily life. Private citizens and workers weigh in on affordability and earning power.
Passage of the Manchus and Reforms in China
The piece discusses China's late Qing politics with the Manchu led Throne yielding to reformist pressure from a provincial and aristocratic upper house. It notes revolutionary currents spreading across provinces, the throne’s reluctant concessions, and Yuan Shikai’s position as political crisis grows. A separate note mentions Montana crop prospects and a harvest report in our paper.
Ruby Valley Land Divided for Small Home Lots
A large tract in Ruby valley will be subdivided and sold to home builders on easy terms. The plan aims to boost prosperity and population, replacing idle ranches with well worked farms to build Montana into a grand agricultural state.
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Ruby Valley
Montana
McNamara affair shakes Butte unions and politics
Twenty five thousand dollars is said to have been the contribution of Butte labor unions to the defense fund of the McNamaras. The piece notes unions clash with socialist elements as New Mexico begins statehood under a Democratic governor and Republican legislature.
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Butte
McNamaras
Agut
New Mexico
Chicago Grows Notorious for Burglaries and Holdups
Chicago earns a rising reputation for burglaries and holdups as police report increasing incidents across districts. Authorities urge vigilance and talk tough measures to curb crime as residents seek reassurance amid the surge.
Paraphrase fragments reveal social grievances and public figures in press.
The clipped lines show citizens venting about living costs and daily toil while public figures like Dr Hyde Pastor Richeson and the McNamara brothers remain in the spotlight as Colonel Astor fades from view.
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Dr. Hyde
Pastor Richeson
McNamara Brothers
Colonel Astor
Spuds Burned and Prices Rise Across Regions
A collection of quoted snippets from various papers notes misfortune for a betrayed dreamer, Servia regulation hints, King Peter threatening to shut a German sugar plant, rising prices alarming readers, and a satirical take on aviation novelty and detective antics in a string of editorials.
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Servia
Peter
Missoula
Abalone Pearl Jewelry Mounted in Sterling Silver
An ad from Los Angeles offers abalone pearl jewelry mounted in sterling silver. Prices range from 25 cents to 6 dollars, highlighting affordable pieces for shoppers.
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Los Angeles
Cal
Golden Jewelry Parade Offers Wide 10 and 14K Selection
We feature a large assortment of 10 and 14 karat gold and filled pieces. Browse La Vallieres lockets crosses chains bracelets brooches bar pins fobs buttons hat and sash pins for ladies.
Shepard Manufacturing Co. Enamel Jewelry Line
Our cloisonne and basse taille jewelry from Shepard Manufacturing Co. is premier in America. The firm uses heavy silver and offers a large line of waist, veil and sash pins priced from 75 cents to 6 dollars.
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America
Shepard Manufacturing Company
Mesh Bags In Indestructible Mesh Range
Mesh bags are highly popular and offered in indestructible mesh. Prices range from $6.00 to $20.00.
Carving Sets Offered in Sterling Parl iverine and Stag Handles
A range of carving sets priced from 2.00 to 35.00 features sterling, parl iverine, and stag handles. The items are listed with varied finishes and fittings suitable for gift or table use.
Florence Brassware and Universal Coffee Percolator Sold
Advertisement lists FLORENTINE BRASS crumb trays scrapers ash trays fern dishes smoking sets jewel cases The Universal coffee percolator and tea ball teapots at factory prices Huber Bros offers from 3.00 to 15.00.
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Universal
Huber. Bros
Japan Ready to Intervene for Peace in China
Tokio reports direct Japanese intervention to secure peace in China is virtually assured with expected support from England Russia and France as the plan moves forward.
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Japan
China
England
Russia
France
Liberty man pleads guilty for tying wife to harrow
Liberty Missouri resident Lafayette Choate admitted tying his wife to a harrow while plowing on his Birmingham area farm last July. He was sentenced to 80 days in jail after Prosecuting Attorney Simrall argued Judge Trimball that four months in custody sufficed for punishment.
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Liberty
Lafayette Choate
Birmingham
Simrall
Trimball
Choate
Republic of China formed with Nan king capital
The republic of China was officially created December 5 in Shanghai with a provisional government. Huang Hsin was elected president and General Li vice president, serving until a national general election can be arranged.
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Shanghai
Republic of China
Nanking
Huang Hsin
Mother Gray's Sweet Powders and Hall's Catarrh Cure Ad Mix
An old newspaper fragment advertises Mother Gray's Sweet Powders for children to treat colds feverishness teething and stomach issues with a claim of never failing. It includes a free trial offer and a Toledo Hall's Catarrh Cure pledge from F J Cheney & Co with a notary seal and promise to pay $100 for cures. The ad ends with printing services mention for The Tribune.
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N. Y
State OF Ouro
City OF Toledo
Lucas
Frank J. Cheney
F. J. Cheney & Co
Toledo
Hall
A. D
A. W. Gleason
F. J. Cheney, & CO
Montana Voter Registration Clarified Under New Law
Voters in Montana are told they must re register before each election under the new law to exercise their franchise. Those who vote at every election need not re register in the next cycle, but those who skip any election lose their name and must re register. A common belief that a twenty five cent charge applies is incorrect as the state collects twenty five cents for each registration, covering its cost.
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Montana
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