Reforming a party from the inside is a false hope
The Linesville Herald argues reform is unlikely inside existing parties. It cites internal power, bosses, and rings, urging independent voters to switch sides or form a new party to achieve honest government. It condemns ongoing imperial wars and advocates siding with those who defend universal rights. The piece contrasts historic reformers with current Republican control and questions remaining within party lines.
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Opinions from various sources on political questions of the day. Taken as a whole the ticket is a respectable and substantial one, and distinctly superior to that which Senator Quay made for the Republican organization. Prospects of success remain to be determined by circumstances. Pittsburg Leader (Rep.).
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Pennsylvania Ballot Reform Debate Sparks Gubernatorial Clash
A cascade of editorials condemns Quay and Pattison era abuses in Pennsylvania politics. Calls rise for ballot reform and secret ballot while Pattison Guthrie endorsements mix with Union party speculation and attacks on Pennypacker and Quay. Democratic and Republican critics alike urge fairness amid tense intra party rivalries.
Wu Ting Fang Sees Farewell Gifts From Careful Packing
Washington July 28 The Chinese minister Wu Ting Fang prepares to leave his legation to Sir Liang next month. Mme Wu has sent slippers porcelains tapestries and ivory to museums and friends as souvenirs while gifts of headgear gowns and silken coats are distributed to hosts and officials nationwide.
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Mexican Outlaw Captured in Guthrie Collar of Johnson and Deputies
In Guthrie Oklahoma on July 28 Charles Johnson an outlaw sought by President Diaz for a large reward was captured along with several companions. Sheriff James Johnson and Deputy Sheriff Smith surprised the group in a pasture recovering stolen horses and guns. The suspects surrendered after a brief exchange of fire and were transferred to Anadarko. Crisis In Cuban Affairs reports General Fitzhugh Lee stating Cuba has independence but must prove stability or risk becoming a US state or dependency.
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Diaz
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Fitzhugh Lee
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Children Die From Bed Fire In Bainbridge Street
Nellie Me Tague aged five and her 38 year old brother William McTague died after a bed fire at 1235 Bainbridge Street Philadelphia. They were in bed when flames started. mother heard cries and found them burning. They were moved from the bed and flames put out but fatally hurt. Police and investigators suspect playing with matches in bed caused the blaze.
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William
Martin McTague
Bainbridge Street
Jealous Lover Kills Woman Then Self in Springfield
Charles Weyley aged 25 from Norwood Missouri shot and killed his former sweetheart Miss Josephine Sheridan at her house in Springfield then fatally shot himself. Jealousy likely spurred the tragedy. the pair had known each other four years and sought marriage until a month ago.
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Charles Weyley
Norwood
Josephine Sheridan
New Party Movement Urges Milwaukee Labor In Politics
Milwaukee trades council pushes independent political action through a national movement. A letter from the Federated Trades Council of Milwaukee urged unity to name presidential and congressional candidates, but NY officials did not warmly receive it and a committee was set to gather more details.
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Central Federated Union of New York
Federated Trades Council of
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Castro Rebels Defeated Reinforcements Near Alto de la Palma
In Trinidad from Port of Spain dated July 28 Venezuelan revolutionary General Luciano Men doza ambushed a 1000-strong column sent to reinforce President Castro from Trujillo. The ensuing engagement ended with the defeat of the reinforcements and capture of their ammunition.
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