Tariff politics and road spending in 1912 era debates
A Fort Wayne Journal article from June 23 1912 critiques Democratic and Republican tariff positions arguing the tariff history moved voters to Cleveland and back. It notes U S spending on the navy rivers harbors diplomacy but not highways and calls for a road funds bill to aid farmers and extend public works.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Democratic House of Representatves
Senate
Sixty-Second
Congress
Cost of living crisis dominates American concern
A political era voice warns that excessive protection keeps prices high while a few millionaires gain wealth. The author argues working people grow poorer and turn toward socialism as idle citizens spend time in dissipation, reflecting widespread discontent with government.
Policy clash over taxes and tariffs in republic
The text debates two major party approaches to the high cost of living and government funding. It contrasts Republicans favoring higher taxes on goods and usage with Democrats arguing that tax cuts lower prices. It notes voters must choose between protection and tariff levels to fund government functions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Party of
Cleveland
Grover Cleveland
Erty
Republic
Republican Party
Democratic Party
Party Break-Up Felt As Republicans Split Widens
The article argues the two party system erodes as Republican factions drift apart. It compares to European parliaments with multiple parties, noting voters once aligned by party loyalty now show cross-faction alliances. It cites practical outcomes over theory, preferring coalition gains to stagnation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
North Dakota
New Fork
Patrichih
Good Roads Explained by the Original Builder John Loudon McAdam
A condensed portrait from Good Roads of John Loudon McAdam born September 21 1758 Ayr Scotland detailing his life from youth to business in New York City and Scotland His work on road making with small broken stones earth drainage and layered hard stone inspires modern technique while noting his family ties and public roles.
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John Loudon McAgain
New York City
Maurice C. Aldridge
Assoc. M. Am. Soc. C. B
United States Office of Public Roads
John Loudon McAdem
Ayr
Scotland
James McAdam
Adam McGregor
Waterhead
McGregor
James U
Adam
Lows Janis
McAgim
John Loudon McAdam
Susana, Cochrane
John Cochrane
Earl of
Ayrshire
McAdam
Great Britain
Meacham
Alhes
A Corps of Men vs A One Man Service
The Wildwood Architects offer a corps of skilled men with an experienced construction department providing cost guidance for materials and labor. They promise architectural satisfaction with no uncertainty and invite consultation at no cost.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wildwood
Wildwood Architectural Service
A Thought for To-Day by Thomas G Moorehead
A brief meditation on man's message to God, linking truth and affiliation to moral uplift and the soul’s aim toward heaven.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas G. Moorehead
Heaven
McAdam Pioneered Modern Road Building Innovation
The text outlines McAdam's shift from trench foundations to drainage driven, solid roadbeds using durable stone dust. It traces his experiments in Falemouth, his 1816 appointment as surveyor general of roads, and his influential publications and parliamentary support culminating in his death in 1830 at age 81.
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Iind
McAdam
Falmouth
Hevss of Commons
Great Britain
Metropolitan Turnpike Roads
How MoRGAN prevented money panic
The piece recalls the 1907 banking crisis and the claim that J Pierpont Morgan dumped 42 million dollars into banks to ease the panic. It notes public praise but hints at deeper questions and cites Treasury Secretary George Cortelyou’s testimony about Morgan guiding government action rather than using his own funds.
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Money Trust
J. Pierpont Morgan
Morgan
Money Trust Prohors
George Fe. Cortelyou
the Treasury
Toozavelt
Money Trust Fear and Bank Rescue Exposed in Inquiry
Testimony shows money sent to New York banks while distressed banks could not pay taxes or buy food. Critics say bankers used deposits to raise their wealth as investigators reveal threats to defeat officials who push exposés. The money trust is alleged to direct most national business practices through Wall Street power.
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Morgan
New York
Cortelyou
Anela Sam
Wall Street
William Ye. Cullop
Indiana
Money Trust
Cullop
Nees
Press comment on the Chicago convention
The Chicago Post argues Roosevelt delegates may waver and even switch sides but will face voters who elected them. It condemns the national committee as fraudulent and notes only two pro Taft members have legitimate convention seats. It questions delegates being controlled by nondelegates and urges accountability.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago Post
Roosevelt
Theodore Roosevelt
Ilinoia
California
Maine
Pennsylvania
Minnesota
Kanaas
Nebraska
Maryland
Ohio
United States
Tiake
Steam Ill
Sra
Charles F. Broker
Connecticut
Fred W. Estabrooky
New Hampshire
Ted
Jang
Nondelegataa
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Clanton
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Fort Wayne Journal
Fort Wayne Gazette
Fort Wayne
Terus OY
Aly
Thomas R. Marshall
Surge Parker
Wildwood Builders
Shoaif
THE
Rurode Dry Goods CO
Chicago
FACT
Mick Babbitt
Metal
Fort Wayne Oil & Supply Co
Fort Wayne, Ind
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