Precedents and deep divisions shape early 20th century politics
The piece surveys presidential nomination habits among four repeat candidates and notes Cleveland’s unique third-run victory while detailing Missouri Taft support. It contrasts past multi-run outcomes with current party sentiment, citing Niedringhaus’s defeat and Nagel’s Taft alignment. It ends with Thaw and medical advertising notes from the era.
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John Quincy Adams
Henry Clay
J. Q. Adams
Clay
Jackson
Polk
van Buren
Harrison
Taylor
Cleveland
Bryan
K. C. Star
Missouri Republicans Unite Behind Taft at St Louis Convention
The state convention at St Louis reflected strong Taft support with no factional divisions powerful enough to threaten unity. Delegates gathered yesterday signaling broad alignment with the Taft sentiment in Missouri.
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Missouri
Niedringhaus
Taft
Star
St. Louis
Preventics Candy Cold Cure Tablets Offer
An advertisement offers Dr Shoop 100 reward for any recent grippe or cold not broken by a two box supply of Preventics. Claims safety for feverish children, no quinine or laxatives, and presents 48 Preventies for 2s 6d with nationwide dealer sales.
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Shoop
Iit
Boy writes satirical essay on editors and doctors contrast
A child’s humorous and biting view on editors, versus doctors, mocks editor pretense and faults, noting underclothes, lawsuits, and spelling, then pivots to a Dr Shoop advertisement urging Restorative treatment for internal nerves and heart and kidney conditions.
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the Tribune
Shoop
Instructions for Growing Pickles and Harvesting
Detailed guidance on soil preparation, manure usage, planting from June 1 to 10, row spacing, and hoeing. Emphasizes hand work, careful picking, and sorting into first and second grades with price per bushel. Warns against letting large pickles drain vitality and advises frequent harvests to maximize yield.
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Thaw
Harry K. Thaw
Evelyn Nesbit Thaw
Matteawan
A. Russell Peabody
Dr. Shoop
Copenhagen
Falls City
Sa. Yd
Falls City, Neb
V. G. Lyford
New York
Panama
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