Cause of the Springfield riot under polish and law
The piece argues that lawlessness grows where officials tolerate crime and protect vice. It cites Springfield near Lincoln’s tomb as an example of mob rule, liquor licenses, red light dens, and weak enforcement. It warns that non-enforcement leads to broader disrespect for law and civil disorder.
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Chicago Examiner
Springfield
Lcense
Vllinois
Lincoln
Abraham Lincoln
Temple of Justice
Chicago
Bryan address argues for people ruling through reform
The address argues that the Democratic ticket will empower the people and press for direct Senate elections and campaign finance reform while criticizing Taft and the Republican record on tariffs trusts and railways. It emphasizes ending corporate abuses and asserts the party’s commitment to honest wealth and government control of corporations.
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Bryan
Denver
Estion
Mr. Taft
Mr. Bryan
Republican Party
Roosevelt
Taft
Chicago
Congress
Senate
United States
House
Cannon
William S. Sherman
John Dalzell
Democratic Party
Tlmois Capital Braced as Soldiers Surpass Mob Rule
A cautious report notes large numbers of soldiers massed in the capital Tlmois to counter the perceived mob rule. The balance of forces appears to favor the government, with officials framing the deployment as necessary for public order and stability.
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Tlmois
Springfield riot shows race hatred and mob lawlessness
An openly racist mob in Springfield NL lynched and assaulted Black residents near the Lincoln era city. Authorities failed to halt the violence as troops were mobilized but ineffective. the riot exposes the fragility of civilization and the depths of prejudice fueling the carnage.
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Ilinois
Illinois
Abraham Lincoln
Sangamon
Springfield
Earth
Thas
Lincoln
Capitol
Push for government good commissioners and supervisors
The remark notes active and commendable interest shown by government commissioners, several supervisors, and others in supporting Spbrestate, highlighting engagement among local officials. The fragment emphasizes public involvement and forward-looking oversight in municipal matters.
Port Improvement Urged by County Leaders
Respecting improvements of that port the commissioners should act through regular channels. The government will send an expert when a request is made. Allen county can profit from this movement if taken with zeal and determination. The spirit for it has been invoked and now is the time.
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Allen County
Reform not Revolution in Bryan Speech on Reform
A long examination of William Jennings Bryan’s past and present stance shows his 1896 demand for trust busting railway regulation and money-power curbs transforming into Republican reform by 1905. The piece argues the Democratic platform mirrors Roosevelt era reforms rather than proposing revolution, matching existing Republican goals.
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Democratic Party
Mr. Bryan
Bryan
Roosevelt
New York
Mark Hanna
Ira D Sankey and Moody A Shared Evangelistic Bond
Ira D Sankey with Dwight L Moody formed a powerful evangelistic duo. Sankey shaped the hymnal as a living gospel tool, producing compact hymnals for campaigns in Britain and abroad, while facing criticism of the hymn book. Their collaboration extended to millions of gospel hymns used worldwide.
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Ira D. Sankey
Dwight L. Moody
Sankey
Moody
Mr. Moody
Moody and Sankey
Great Britain
Britain
Wright brothers and Langley in aeronautics debate
The piece contrasts Langley’s early aviation work with the Wright brothers. It notes Langley’s pioneering theory and failures, Wrights’ practical machine, and French interest while critiquing U.S. suspicions and praising American ingenuity and public enthusiasm for heavier than air flight.
Okuma Critiques U S Naval Expansion In Public View
The eminent Japanese statesman Count Okuma writes about naval affairs viewing U S fleet buildup as a sign of jealousy and ambition in Asia. He notes American ships advancing toward the Pacific and predicts Japan will see sharper scrutiny from newspapers and officials until the U S fleet visits.
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Count Okuma
United States
Japan
Asia
Pacific
Okuma
Thaw bankruptcy suit raises questions on liberty and law
The piece questions whether Thaw's bankruptcy action aims at liberty through federal and state techniques or to shield him from raids on his fortune. It suggests he likely could gain liberty, noting federal authority may require presence for creditors' meeting in Pennsylvania and New York may surrender him to federal custody, ending New York jurisdiction. It laments justice in the country while offering two stark fates for Thaw.
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Harry K. Thaw
Pennsylvania
New York
New
York
Taft Outlook and Boehne Nominated for Congress in Indiana
The piece notes Taft’s favorable outlook on Tennessee shores amid partisan debate and reports Evansville Mayor John W. Boehne has won the Democratic nomination for Congress in Indiana's First district. Boehne, a reformist leader, reduced saloon activity with strict enforcement, earning broad Republican support in his district.
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Federal
Taft
Tennessee
John W. Boehne
Evansville
Congress
Boehne
Reform
Indiana
Governor Deneen to Launch Sangamon Grand Jury
Governor Deneen and Sangamon county's attorney begin a grand jury probe after the Springfield mob leaders. The move signals intent but may face delays as public sentiment tends to ease after the initial crisis. Citizens often grow apathetic once order returns.
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Deneen
Sangamon County
Springfield
Oklahoma Republicans Mock Democratic Fundraising Plan
Republicans deride the plan to raise campaign funds by popular subscriptions as undignified. They say it lacks the dignity of a shakedown or a pressure tactic by trusts and insurance companies, yet it binds the party only to the people who “have something coming” anyway.
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Oklahoma
Harriman
Bryan faces renewed opposition over motives after speech
The opposition presses that Bryan hides dire designs and is the same old Bryan with added craft. They argue Nebraskans cannot please the opposition regardless of actions. A lone, desperate chance exists he might withdraw from the ticket.
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Bryan
Riots and Lynching Taints Springfield Cities
Between the Springfield in Illinois and the one in Ohio there is little to choose in race riots and mob cussedness. Both towns have shown lawlessness in the nation’s view with public lynchings of negroes and related excesses.
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Springfields
Illinois
Ohio
Riot, Arson and Murder Mark Lincoln City Riots
The Tinois town, capital of the state, houses Lincoln's remains and has witnessed riotous acts of arson and murder with the governor as witness. The scene underscores a period of upheaval surrounding the capital city.
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Abraham Lincoln
Women in Turkey Lead Bloodless Revolution Reforms
The passage credits Turkish women as chief animating spirits of the recent bloodless revolution, noting constitutional and sweeping reforms by the sultan. It observes women’s new sphere has no geographic limits and finds it surprising that Turkey remains a rare place for women in politics.
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Turkey
Roosevelt backs Hughes for another New York term
The piece notes President Roosevelt supports Hughes for another NY governorship term. It questions Tim Woodruff’s recent coverage and implies the public will decide Hughes Tanning’s fate, with Sagamore Hill’s influence seen as limited or muted.
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Roosevelt
Hughes
New York
Tim Woodruff
Tim
Sagamore Hill
Springfield and Fort Wayne in Threatening Spring of Lawlessness
The passage warns that lax enforcement allows anarchic mobs to rise with pistol knife and torch. Fort Wayne slumbers no more securely than Springfield and the analogy suggests a looming repeat. How long will the occasion be deferred in this volatile climate?
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Springfield
Fort Wayne
Clandestine plans promise a stealthy autumn surprise
A description of covert committees plotting secret pickups in Utica and Indianapolis to surprise individuals including Sunny Jim Sherman and John Kern, with plans to extend into November and possibly resume later. The language conveys a hush-hush, playful scheme among a group of gentlemen preparing discreet visits.
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Utica
Sunny Jim” Sherman
John Kern
Indianapolis
Judge Taft Tones Down Image With Public Presence
The commentary notes Taft should mingle with the public to shed the stiff image, joking that his bulk will force others to step aside as he moves among people, though it questions whether he will actually do so.
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Taft
Dirigible Smoking Room Issue Endangers Air Excursions
A London gas balloon incident shows a spark from a match causing a fatal blast. The disaster left only metal remains of the craft, underscoring the danger of open flames aboard air excursion balloons and prompting calls for safer designs without smoking compartments.
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London
Mehmed Ali Bey Threatened If He Goes to New York
Mehmed Ali Bey, former Turkish minister in Washington, received a death threat if he travels to New York. Report notes other reasons against the trip, but the warning appears likely to deter him.
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Mehmed Ali Bey
Turkey
Washington
New York
Mehm
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