Trade figures that deceive stir tariff debate in press
Washington dispatch shows eleven months of fiscal year export data under the Payne Aldrich and Underwood tariffs. Exports fall by 200 million dollars from the prior year with a 53 million drop in food exports, while unemployment rises and living costs stay high. President Wilson cites business sentiment, but figures challenge tariff impact.
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Wilson
Slow but steady agrarian optimism drives national outlook
The review notes gradual improvement in business driven by bountiful harvest prospects and rising confidence in farming regions. Gold flows to Europe ease and iron and steel orders grow while forward delivery terms cool activity. Hay crops look good and salmon events attract crowds. several regional quotes reflect mixed market signals and political commentary.
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Sterling Exchange
Iron and
Foreign Trade Before and After the Underwood Tariff
The New England Letter from First National Bank of Boston shows a chart of exports rising from 160 million in July to 270 million in October when the Underwood Tariff took effect while imports fell from 140 million to 130 million. The balance of trade turned against the U S, with imports exceeding exports by 10 million in April and May, prompting gold exports and a trade deficit.
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New England
Helena
Losses from free trade tariff hit in vast figures
The American Economist cites losses from 3 to 5 million unemployed workers, $1.8 to $3 billion yearly in wages, and a $100 million import rise displacing home products. It notes $50 million rise in failures in six months and property value declines of $10 to $20 million since last October, with many buildings held at perpetual loss until protection returns.
Wilson Speech Sparks Debate on Fourth of July Tradition
President Wilson delivers a political Fourth of July talk in Independence Square near Independence Hall. The event prompts speculation on whether the traditional patriotic oration will be replaced by factional political debate highlighting colonial struggles, declaration of independence, and the founders' valor.
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Philadelphia
Continental Congress
Seaboard
Great Britain
Wilson
Panama Canal
Independence Hall
Change of Diet and Picnic Mentioned in Short Note
A brief entry notes a change of diet and a small picnic involving Eve Wilson under some protective context. The fragment references Little Miss Muffet and a tuffet in a whimsical tone. No clear date or location is provided.
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Eve Wilson
Steel rails order masks steel industry mood in 1896 comparison
The Pennsylvania Steel Co. said a 16 000 ton rail order to Australia was taken only to keep workers employed. The company called the present low mood in the steel industry the worst since 1896 and declined the order as unsuited to its mills. The New York Times contacted the firm for details.
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Redfield
Pennsylvania Steel Co
Australia
New York Times
Indianapolis Star
Yellowstone Trout Weighing Twenty One Pounds Caught
A tourist hauled a twenty one pound trout from Yellowstone lake in a few days, with two men needing an hour and a half to land it. The report contrasts political moods with past administrations while noting the season’s largest fish tale from the park.
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Yellowstone National Park
Yellowstone Lake
Free trade fatigue hits Wilson era in Indiana paper
A Mt. Vernon Indiana Republican paper condemns the Wilson administration and notes that the public’s prosperity under protection has made free trade less appealing. The piece argues elites excuse policy failures while voters seek economic stability.
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Ind
Peace prospects in Mexico fade after Huerta fall
It appears peace in Mexico remains distant despite Huerta's elimination. Early hopes for a patched settlement have faded as current prospects look dim.
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Mexico
Huerta
Uncle Sam Might Spank Haiti and San Domingo
Blunt warning says if Haiti and San Domingo do not behave the United States will administer a spanking to the belligerents. Patience has ceased to be a virtue.
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San Domingo
Uncle Sam
Hindus in British Columbia Face Persistent Averse Attitudes
The Hindus held strong ties to British Columbia yet encountered ongoing adverse social reception. Community figures noted resistance and prejudice affecting daily life and cultural expression.
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British Columbia
Montana press association convenes in Lewistown this week
The Montana press association held its annual meeting at Lewistown this week. None of the county scribes attended the gathering.
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Montana Press Association
Lewistown
Heat harms Chicagoans as Montana stays cool at night
Amid searing heat in Chicago, residents seek shade and water while Montanans report cooler nights and ample bed coverings for comfort.
Town Remembers Monday Zephyr After Damage Bills
Residents recall Monday's zephyr and the damage it caused, as cleanup costs loom and insurance claims are processed in the wake of the storm.
Country folk worth in human terms despite prejudice
The piece contrasts the city man’s distrust with the country man’s humanity and urges good men to be nominated. It notes disgust with politics leads to apathy and warns that voter neglect benefits schemers. It argues for early action to elevate honorable citizens.
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Northwest
Passing of the Montana Pioneers
Paul Grinon, an early Montana pioneer, buried in Deer Lodge after body brought from Miles City. He was 87, survived by brother Joseph Grinon of Butte and sister Mrs. Louis Marcotte of Deer Lodge. The report notes his party of four left St. Louis in 1858.
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Miles City
Grinon
Joseph Grinon
Butte
Louis Marcotte
Frank Mason
City
St. Louis
Hall's Catarrh Cure advertised as cure all
An 19th century advertisement claims Hall's Catarrh Cure cures catarrh a constitutional disease by acting on blood and mucous surfaces. It offers 100 dollar reward for any case not cured and urges sending testimonials. Sold by druggists for 76 cents and promotes Hall's Family Pills for constipation.
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F. J. Cheney & CO
Toledo
Hall's
Death of Helena pioneer O M Kid Rhoades at 92
Helena mourns the death of O M Kid Rhoades a longtime resident nearly 93 years old. Born in New York in 1821 he served as a US war vessel engineer before joining the 1849 California gold rush. He later ran cattle operations in Oregon Montana and worked as a millwright. He never married and had no known living relatives.
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Kid" Rhoades
Montana
Mr. Rhoades
New York State
California
Oregon
O. M
Kid” Rhoades
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Burleigh Files for County Superintendent on Republican Ticket
Mrs. Pluma T. Burleigh announces candidacy for County Superintendent of Schools on the Republican ticket in a public notice. She seeks the elected post to lead local schools and advance educational governance.
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Candidate Declares Candidacy for County Attorney
Roy S Stephenson announces as a Republican candidate for county attorney seeking a second term. He pledges not to seek a third term if nominated and elected.
Beaverhead County Attorney Candidate Files Nominating Petition
Wieser G. Givpert of Railroad Ave Dillon Montana announces his candidacy for county attorney in the upcoming primary. He pledges an efficient and economical administration if nominated and elected, addressing Beaverhead County taxpayers.
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Beaverhead County
Wieser G. Givpert
Railroad Ave
Dillon
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