Distressful Lessons From Democratic Rule 1893 Crisis Recalled
A critique recalls the 1893 to 1896 economic collapse after the 1893 inauguration of the Democratic administration. It cites mass unemployment, bank failures, and factory idling, blaming free trade champion Grover Cleveland and the Democratic Party for misery suffered by workers. Reports from Union Labor Club of Chicago and city pages describe hunger, eviction, and appeals for relief in cities like Terre Haute and Boston, with scenes of the unemployed gathering at public spaces.
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Democratic Party
United States
Teatimany
Union Labor Club
Gucago
Grover
Cleveland
W. C. Pomeroy
American Federation of Labor
Chicago
Terre Haute
Ind
Associated Press
Erte Haute
Boston
Dominion
Faneuil Hall
Tropical possessions needed to boost tropical imports says Ballard
Walter J. Ballard of Schenectady argues in favor of expanding U S tropical possessions including the Philippines Porto Rico and Hawaii to lift tropical and subtropical imports The piece cites 1904 import value of 440 558 775 and growth over 20 34 years and urges buying more territories and boosting production with tariff protection and more coffee in Porto Rico and cabinet woods in the Philippines.
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Philippines
Porto Rico
Hawaii
Bureau of Statistics
Department of Commerce and Labor
ISTO
Porto Ricn
West Indies
India
Tian
Brazil
Roosevelt
South Sae
Encyclopedia Americana
Walter. J. Ballard
Schenectady, Ney
Spelier Magoores Flags Chicago Unemployment Crisis
The speaker labels the gravest problem facing Chicago as unemployment. He states thousands have drifted into the city and estimates over 100000 resident work men are out of work, highlighting a severe job shortage.
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Ag Dbase
Catholics Favor Roosevelt Says Milwaukee Archbishop
Archbishop Messmer of Milwaukee voices the sentiments of thousands of Catholics stating President Roosevelts Philippine policy has Vatican approval and expresses a preference for his reelection. He adds he would be glad to have Roosevelt elected again.
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Roosevelt
Messmer
Milwaukee
Phiippine
Vatican
Ieane
Tre Tient
Roosevelt Thoughtful Yet Prudent Leader Underfire
The piece argues President Roosevelt is unfairly attacked for his quick thinking and action. It cites examples from sports and industry to claim fast decisions can be wise. It contrasts swift judgment with slow moves and urges support for the Republican westward trade push against imperialist criticism.
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Roosevelt
Republican Presidents Face Democratic Criticism and Public Support
The piece argues that Democrats label Republican presidents as ruinous yet impartial history praises their intentions. It cites Lincoln’s vilification, Buchanan’s Democratic missteps, and the party’s role in stabilizing the nation despite Democratic opposition. It concludes Republicans gain public support and constitutional backing during crises.
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Wach
Lincoln
Republican Party
Buchanan
Democratic Party
Union
Morning Plunge in Salt River Recalls Parker’s Dilemma
A fragment recalls a morning plunge by Parker into the Salt River. The scene hints at a dawn routine and a chilly swim, with a daughter and lingering uncertainty about the next day. The tone preserves a local newspaper feel despite the broken text.
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Parker Wil
Old Salt River
Roosevelt's Forward Look at Hague Peace Convention
The piece praises President Roosevelt for foresight in seeking a peaceful approach at the Hague Conference. It argues neutrals' rights should be defined, urges Republican policy as core, and warns Democratic shifts could hinder national vitality and progress. It frames Roosevelt’s stance as humanitarian diplomacy ahead of war possibilities.
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Roosevelt
Germany
United States
Parker
America
President Roosevelt Answers Call for Archie to Play Ball
The Boston Herald reports a Roosevelt White House anecdote showing the President's accessibility. During a chat, a persistent phone call prompted the President to answer and relay a playful directive to Archie to come over and play ball, illustrating his informal popularity.
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James Jeffrey Roche
Roosevelt
White House
Boston Herald
Archie
Vin
Expenditure Growth under Republican Rule Critiqued
A 19th century article argues Democrats unfairly criticize Republican spending by citing Cleveland era figures. It compares total expenditures from 1886 to 1904, notes rising navy costs under Republicans, and suggests Democrats should equally scrutinize Democratic spending increases.
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Alton B. Parker
Rosemount
Cleveland
Lister
Exerton
Ma Parker
Democratic Party
Workingman's Friend Roosevelt Sympathy With War Kamera
Fresh evidence supports Roosevelt sympathy for wage earners. The Chicago Tribune cites intervention in a private climate suit during the administration. A brakeman was injured amid interstate rail safety failures as cars were being coupled unsafely.
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Roosevelt
Extsting
Chicago Tribune
United States
Knox
Thte Astornen
Dames
Hipiaad
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