Porto Rico status debate contrasted with territorial cases
The excerpt discusses how Congress should determine Porto Rico’s status, contrasting with treaties that absorb Louisiana, Florida, and Mexican cession lands into the United States. It argues Congress may govern Porto Rico or grant free trade as it sees fit until the constitution extends there, noting a 1804 Democrat stance that the constitution applies to states, not territories.
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Porto Rico
Congress
Louisiana
Florida
Mexico
United States
Philippines
Republican Party
Chicago
Abraham Lincoln
Lincoln Douglas debate house in Bement Illinois remembered
In Bement, Pratt county Illinois, a one story house once housed the 1868 Lincoln Douglas debate preparations. It was the Bryant family home, close friends to Judge Douglas. Lincoln visited Monticello during his senatorial campaign and was brought to Bement to discuss debate arrangements.
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Bement
Pratt County
Ill
Lincoln- Douglas
F. E. Bryant
Judge Douglas
Douglas
Bryant
Abraham Lincoln
United States
Monticello
Lincoln
American sympathy shifts toward the Boers in South Africa
The author argues Americans prefer the Boers over England in the South African conflict. While some favor England, widespread sentiment supports republican governance of the Boers. Any party opposing Boer independence would likely fail in the upcoming election.
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England
South Africa
Remarkable horse returns after slipping on ice at Russell stables
A veteran horse, used to draw a baggage wagon, slipped on icy streets after a snow flurry. It went unhitched at noon and vanished from the stable. By around 3 pm the mare reappeared, having been newly shod, waiting at the blacksmith shop for her turn. The boss traced her to the shop and learned she had been waiting for the shoer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Russell
Daws
Pittafield
Mass
Republican James Watson Reelected at Richmond
Congressman James 5. Watson of the Sixth Indiana district was renominated by acclamation at Richmond. In his acceptance he argued Porto Rico should be financed by direct tax or tariff, then supported tariff, urging trust in the administration. Some conservatives misread Democratic clamor as argument but are reassured now.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James 5. Watson
Indiana
Richmond
Watson
Porto Rico
Nomination of C W Middlekauff Praised in Lanark
Citizens of Lanark praise C W Middlekauff for legislature bid after nine years in the city. A product of a Ann Arbor law college, he built a notable Carroll County law practice without any pull or outside help. He is described as bright, well informed on state affairs, and clear about his positions on higher offices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. W. Middlekauff
Middlekauff
Lanark
Ann Arbor
Mich
Carroll County
Lanark Citizens Celebrate Local Leader’s Honor
The Saturday caucus and convention reveal strong support for the favored citizen. Lanark rejoices as residents believe he will fulfill his office duties creditably for himself and his constituents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lanark
Lanark Gazette
Cullom’s Senate bid backed by Carroll county votes
The Carroll county convention instructions call for delegates to the Peoria State convention to seek instructions for Shelby M. Cullom as United States Senator from Illinois. They also direct district delegates to vote for instructions to the legislature for Cullom in the Illinois Senate race. The Mt. Carroll Republican Mirror urges the Chicago Inter Ocean to note these resolutions and draw proper conclusions.
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Chicago
Shelby M. Cullom
United States
Illinois
Bell
Freeport
Inter Ocean
Mt. Carroll
Republican Mirror
Whisky and ruin on a western farm
A somber tale describes a man who drinks three whiskies daily for years, leading to neglect, debt, and ruin. Mortgage sales, foreclosure, doctor bills, and the death of his wife and a broken family follow as the farm and home are lost, with the man ending in decline.
Question of granting U S rights to Cuba Puerto Rico sparks debate
The speaker recalls a hypothetical 1896 era question about giving full U.S. government rights to Spanish island inhabitants and mixed populations in Cuba or Puerto Rico. He argues that then, across parties, the public would have answered no, citing the need for education and readiness before extending freedom and representation.
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Spanish Islands
United States
Congress
Cuba
Puerto Rico
McKinley’s Porto Rico Philippines policy urged
The piece endorses President McKinley’s belief that a U S economic system suited to the United States cannot be assumed for Porto Rico and the Philippines. It argues for careful study and careful, deliberate action, warning Democrats and Republicans against hasty moves and stressing prudent governance for all possessions.
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McKinley
United States
Porto Rico
Philippines
Republican Party
President McKinley urges duty funds aid for Porto Rico
President McKinley asks Congress to devote about $2,000,000 collected under the Dingley law on Porto Rican products and additional duties until the new law takes effect to the welfare of Porto Rico, which faces urgent need.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McKinley
Congress
Porto Pico
Porto Rico tariff bill funds fast track aid
Democrats oppose but approve the measure with 162 to 107 as the bill authorizes immediate use of funds for Porto Rico. Senate expected to pass quickly. The plan includes a 15 percent duty for two years to sustain interim revenues and avert political capital from opponents.
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Porto Rico
House
Senate
McKinley and imperialism policy in tariff debate
The discussion centers on President McKinley’s imperial stance, expansion ideals, and the constitutional limits of governing new territories. It cites Teller’s corrections, Lincoln era views, and the need for a separate tariff for new possessions to keep the open door for trade.
New Woman Quips and Old Truths In Witful Dialogues
A collage of light dialogue and political reflection opens with exchanges on modern manners and voice power, then shifts to a jokey courtroom anecdote about a veteran department store, lampooning old backroom ironies. It ends with a note on constitutional expansion once pushed by Calhoun and Lincoln’s counter to it.
Taft on Puerto Rico Open Door and tariff power
Judge Taft speaking to the Quean City Club in Cincinnati urges reflection on reserving power to make separate tariff laws for new possessions. He cautions against hostile expansion critics and emphasizes the open door in China as a diplomatic triumph. He asks if the U S can keep it open by closing its own doors in the East.
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McKinley
Ohio
United States
England
Philippines
Manila
Europe
America
Congress
Puerto Rico
Supreme Court
Taft
New Philippine Commission
Quean City Club
Cincinnati
Payne
Judge Taft
Mr. Payne
President McKinley nominates Koehler for major in volunteers
Lieut Ben Koehler of the regular army is nominated by President McKinley for promotion from captain to major in the volunteer service. He has served in the Philippines for over a year and is related to the Hettings and Gunds of Freeport.
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McKinley
Senate
Ben Koehler
Regular Army
Koehler
Hettingers
Gunds
Freeport
Philippines
Change in Manager at Almoral Station Iowa
H A Musser was at Almoral Station Iowa this week H E Fenstemaker who has been running Jas Musser s branch store there has resigned Musser went west with his uncle H V Hunt who will likely buy an interest in the store and run it Mr Fenstemaker will go east when his time ends
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Orangeville
H. A. Musser
Almoral Station
Iowa
H. E. Fenstemaker
Jas. Musser
Freeport bowling team to visit Rockford for series
A Freeport club picked team will visit Rockford to face the Needhams of the City League in three games. The date likely is next Friday evening. The Needhams are in good form and Freeport has clever exponents, promising an interesting series.
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Freeport
Rockford
Needhams
Republican Meeting Tonight at County Club Rooms
A Republican gathering is scheduled tonight at the county club rooms at 7:30 to plan for the town primaries Monday evening. All township candidates are urged to attend. No special train will be provided to Belvidere for H. F. Bowley funeral. many will ride the regular Sunday 7:20 a.m. train.
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Freeport
Belvidere
H. F. Bowley
What's Your Face Worth in a Liver Trouble Ad
A compact 1900s style testimonial ad touts Dr. King's New Life Pills for clear skin and rosy cheeks as a remedy for liver trouble. It cites a sallow complexion, mull patches, and blotches while promoting the 25 cent price at Joseph Emmett's successor to Emmert & Burrell.
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Dr. King
Joseph Emmett
Emmert & Burrell
Markets wrap revealing mixed commodity quotes and cattle prices
Closing Board of Trade quotations show July wheat at 68, July corn 35, July oats 23, July pork 10.07, July lard 6.224 and July ribs 6.17. Union stock yards reports cattle 290, beefs 4.00 to 5.75, hogs 12.000 average up, heavy 5.05 to 5.20, light 4.85 to 5.04, sheep 500 steady. Broker C W Killen lists mixed cash and May options with varied highs and lows.
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Board of Trade
Union Stock Yard
C. W.killen
Fry’s Block
The Sick List: Mrs G Groff Confined at Home by Illness
The item notes Mrs G Groff is confined to home by sickness. No further details provided in the readable text.
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Claire
Calhoun
Paine
J. C. Dunn
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Finn
Bolt Ibs
New York
Preeport
Furnish Co
W. Killen
Atchinson
Eri 38Th Am
Nee Wire
Pia Slit Aid
Ravea
Ear
Hrooklyn R. T
Chos
Obio
Maulaveai
Oss
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Tay Ay Norf
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Pacific Mail
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