How Irrigation Will Develop the One and cer tainly secure the Other
Roosevelt's push for the National Irrigation Act promises vast arid lands irrigated to create a new home market, boost western settlement, and expand trade with the Orient. It argues irrigation will balance population, raise land values, and fuel railroads and factories. Opponents feared competition, but the piece asserts irrigated West will differ from Eastern crops and feed growing eastern and Pacific commerce.
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Verdant West and Oriental Trade Promise Vast Wealth
The speaker argues that arid Western lands can exceed Asia in market potential, with foodstuffs selling in the Orient at lower costs than production in Asia. The era of American wealth grows from land and labor aided by invention, making reclamation, trade, and national pride central to policy. Roosevelt is praised for Western impact, Parker questioned about Western relevance.
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West
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Roosevelt
Parker
President Roosevelt letter to North Dakota Irrigation Congress
Roosevelt declines attendance in Mandan while praising national irrigation policy. He notes his dedication to using rivers for irrigation as a priority of his presidency and calls the program a benefit to the semiarid regions and the entire nation.
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North Dakota Irrigation Congress
Mandan
Roosevelt
Oyster Bay
N. Y
Willams
Nora
Great Plains
Rocky Mountains
North Dakota
United States
Theodore Roosevelt
Trade the Watchword of the West a Pacific State Address
Hon. Binger Herman of Oregon urged shifting trade focus to the Orient to spur American commerce. He argued European markets may shrink due to tariffs and imitation, while Asiatic consumers could absorb large wheat and product exports if the United States offers cheaper goods. He urged voting Roosevelt and Fairbanks to develop the West and American prestige in Asia.
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Congress
Oregon
Pacific Coast
Atlantic States
Europe
Orient
Earth
East
Roosevelt
Fairbanks
Why Parker Objects to Roosevelt Style of Diplomacy
Parker criticizes Roosevelt for endorsing violent methods and direct, outspoken diplomacy. He argues the United States and Canada share a continent and must be ready to aid in world affairs, suggesting strong, proactive national role. He questions Parker's opposition to this stance.
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Parker
Roosevelt
David Bennett Hill
Roosevelt Endorsed For Irrigation Act Support
The St Paul Pioneer Press notes Theodore Roosevelt among leading figures showing early zeal for the National Irrigation Act. It highlights his push for a fund from public keens proceeds to finance irrigation works and a return to the government via sale of irrigated lands as projects advance, aiding final congressional approval.
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Theodore Roosevelt
Congress
Irrigation Policy Debate Highlighted by Senator Fairbanks
At Billings Montana on September 26 Senator Fairbanks criticized the Democratic convention for claiming authorship of the irrigation policy, arguing that a Republican Congress and Republican President enacted the measure. The remarks defend the policy as a Republican achievement and challenge Democratic attribution.
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Billings
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Fairbanks
Roosevelt Letter of Acceptance Promotes Brotherhood
The text quotes a Roosevelt letter of acceptance praising the administration for upholding human rights and protesting injustices at home and abroad, framing it as a timeless stand for universal brotherhood and civilization.
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Roosevelt
Nation at peace and markets booming despite concerns
Cheerful farmers report crops selling at high prices and a booming business season. The nation enjoys peace and better terms with the world, yet questions arise about underlying issues and long term stability.
Prosperity Tied to Republican Protection and Prosperous Farmers
The piece argues that farmer prosperity hinges on strong domestic demand and protective tariffs. It urges voters to back Roosevelt and Fairbanks, claiming Republican protection boosts farm prices, with foreign demand insufficient and Democratic tariff reform a danger. It cites the protection plank and contrasts Republican success with Democratic plans.
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Roosevelt
Fairbanks
Plain People Rally Behind Republican Theodore Roosevelt
A draft pamphlet argues that plain workers from farmers to railroaders deserve a say in national leadership. It endorses Theodore Roosevelt as president, criticizes Democratic claims, and asserts Roosevelt will champion common sense, justice, and Christian brotherhood for all occupations.
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Republican Party
Justice and
Christian Brotherhood
Theodore Rooseye
Republican Policies Boost Municipal Bond Strength and Growth
The text argues Republican credit policy has strengthened U S government bonds and, in turn, boosted municipal bonds for public improvements. It contrasts eight years of Republican prosperity with prior Democratic times, cites a table of six cities showing rising municipal credits, and warns a Democratic victory would shrink bond markets and burden taxpayers.
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Rosemount
Alton B. Parker
Detroit
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Memphis
Tennessee
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Minn
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Wis
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Wash
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Cal
Mason, Lewis & Co
Chicago
Boson
Parker
Republicans deserve credit for initiating rural free delivery
A historical defense arguing that rural free delivery began under Harrison with Postmaster General Wanamaker and was opposed by Democrats, while Republicans under McKinley and Roosevelt expanded the service to about 27,500 routes. The piece claims Democrats falsely claim credit for the program.
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Bissell
Wilson
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McKinley
Roosevelt
Republican Party Defends Tariff Protection Over Democrats
The piece contrasts the Republican view on tariff protection with the Democratic stance. It argues Republicans support real tariff revision to match changing conditions while preserving protection, whereas Democrats would abolish protection entirely. The author frames protection as essential to prosperity for capital and labor alike.
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Républican ‘Party
Republican Party
Democratic Party
Fragmented 19th century political excerpt on duty and defense
A garbled passage argues the Republican party is not restless for expediency and stresses duty over party wins. It quotes Senator Fairbanks criticizing army and navy funding as expensive, while asserting national defenders cannot be ignored.
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Republican Party
Npar
Sendtor Fairbanks
Bate
Democratic campaign letters spark backlash from Dunkards
The piece recounts W J Showalter’s fundraising letters urging Dunkards to provide male church members over 21 for political targeting. A Dunkard pastor replies resisting Roosevelt criticism, noting fear of a future Clevelandian administration and citing past woes under Parker. The exchange highlights campaign tactics and religious group responses.
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Mr. Roosevelt
J Showalter
D Dynkard
Democratic Committee
Indiana Dunkards
Kappa
Indiana
Showalter
Washington, D. C
Roosevelt
Timberville
W. J. Showalter
Dunkard
Ind
Lisq
Cleveland
Parker
A Word to Partisan Democrate on Republican Prosperity
A urging voters to support Republican prosperity over partisan Democrat tactics. The text argues that Republican success benefits households and neighbors, urging readers to avoid Democratic hard times and vote for four more years of Republican prosperity.
Democratic Contradiction on Free Trade and Taxation
The piece argues Democrats publicly denounce protectionism while some leaders advocate tariffs as a simple revenue source. It cites James J. Walsh and a Tribune quote claiming no one believes in free trade today, calling tariffs the easiest way to raise revenue.
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James J. Walsh
Democratic State Committee of
Connecticut
Raymond
Chicago
Ribune
Confidence in Roosevelt and the public trust
The piece argues public figures may be admired for talent yet differ on motives. It asserts Roosevelt earns broad confidence in integrity and aims to govern for all people, urging re election and a Congress supportive of his leadership.
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Roosevelt
Congress
Elect a Republican House and Roosevelt's looming clash
The piece argues nearly every American who will vote for President in the coming election should also vote for the Republican candidate in Congress. It laments a Democratic House would cripple Roosevelt’s ability to execute his policies and urges unity for GOP success in Congress.
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Roosevelt
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