Republican Ticket Names for Various State Offices
The notice lists Republican candidates for governor congressman board of equilization lieutenant governor secretary of state state treasurer state auditor attorney general and university trustees. Names include THOMAS ALEXANDER N'LEAN A BULLARD TAM M'KINDEY ROBERT R. HITT WORKS IGMARD YATES A. NORTHCOTT JAMES A. ROSE WILLIAMSON SM CULLOUGH H. HAMAIN MRS CARRIE ALEXANDER.
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Wit
Congressmittsnssur
Chai
M. C
Gamles
Thomas Alexander
N'Lean
A. Bullard
Illinois Republican Platform in Peoria 1900
Illinois Republicans in Peoria reaffirm the 1896 platform, praise McKinley’s administration, credit prosperity to Republican policy, and endorse Cuba liberty, Philippine and Puerto Rico gains. They condemn Democratic deficits, applaud currency reform, and support Tanner, Cullom, Illinois Republicans in Congress, and McKinley renomination.
Stephenson Republicans Endorse Aspinwall with Unity Song
The Stephenson County Republicans rally behind Hon. Homer F. Aspinwall for the State Treasurer nomination urging supporters to vote the ticket straight. They urge party harmony and unity with a chant about staying aligned whether ahead or behind in the race.
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Stephenson County
Homer F. Aspinwall
Dick Yates and Oglesby Named In Illinois Rhetoric
A colorful political boast centers on Dick Yates and Dick Oglesby as enduring symbols of Illinois leadership. The speaker claims no group of peanut politicians can control them, praising the storied names and their appeal to Illinois voters.
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Dick” Yates
Illinois
Dick” Oglesby
Change in pockets and votes in a political year
In 1892 laboring men voted for change and saw it vanish from their pockets. In 1896 they voted again and gained change in pocketbooks. Will they vote this year for Jon sucibor change
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Jon Sucibor
Publican Good Times and Labor Wages Rally Vote
The message promotes Republican ticket support by claiming enduring prosperity under the party. It asserts workers will have jobs and good wages and urges laboring men to vote Republican to maintain these proclaimed “good times.”
Lorimer Jamieson Hanecy Band Wagon at Two Rallies
At the Springfield January lovefeast the Lorimer Jamieson Hanecy combination began with horns and drums. At the Peoria State Convention the same group was wrecked as voters reacted, giving the people a chance and they improved it.
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Springfield
Peoria
Pennsylvania Senate Defeats Quay for Seat
The text argues that Senator Quay faced defeat despite earlier predictions of a majority seat, praising the people and precedent over friendship. It notes Pennsylvania's Legislature failed to re elect Quay and the Governor's attempt to override voters by appointment. It contends he should only sit if elected by the Legislature.
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Senator Quay
Senate
Carter
Pennsylvania
Quay
United States Senate
Stephenson County Delegation Shifts at Peoria Convention
At the Republican State Convention in Peoria the Stephenson County delegation swung behind Hanecy for temporary chairman on the first vote, then split on Gov ballots. They supported Hanecy 3 Reeves 3 Yates 3 Carter 8 first ballot, then posted Reeves 6 Yates 6 second ballot. Fourth ballot had 12 votes for Yates as the delegation deserted Reeves. A brisk record of rapid changes.
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Peoria
Stephenson County
Hanecy
Brown
Reeves
Yates
Carter
Peoria Republicans endorse Senator Cullom by acclamation
For twenty years Republicans have urged nominating Senators at state conventions. The Peoria Republican State Convention formally endorsed Senator Cullom in the strongest terms and declared it their desire he be returned to the U S Senate. The endorsement was adopted by a unanimous vote, and Cullom ought to be happy and proud of the support from the Republicans of Illinois.
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United States
Cuba
Porto Rico
Philippine Islands
Gry
Republican Party
Congress
Tanner
Callom
John R. Tanner
Shelby M. Cullom
Senate
Illinois
Bae
McWhinley
Cullom
Peoria
Tainois
Speech on treaty obligations and a ship canal
The article presents Congressman Hitt’s speech urging strict adherence to treaties and the pursuit of a transoceanic ship canal. It argues that nations cannot violate treaties and that good faith requires keeping treaty obligations until mutual abrogation.
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Congressman Hitt
Pacilic
Richard Yates for Governor of Illinois Highlighted
The Illinois Republican party unites behind Richard Yates with broad cross party support. Voter expectations mark Yates as a likely winner by a substantial majority, backed by Republicans and many Democrats including young voters.
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Ilinois
Richard Yates
Jacksonville
Illinois Governor Bid Endorsed by Party Bosses
The passage portrays Richard Yates as a principled reformer aimed at becoming Illinois Governor. It notes opposition to Reeves and the Lorimer-Jamison-Hancey bloc and asserts Yates will govern with broad public support and religious backing, aligning with McKinley’s stature.
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Illinois
William McKinley
United States
Roosevelt A Practical Reformer On Clean Politics
Governor Roosevelt argues for honesty in politics and business in a Chicago speech. He warns against promises beyond reach, urges setting attainable standards, and says truth over attractive falsehood guides strong government. He stresses facing facts and balancing ideals with earthly feet.
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Roosevelt
New York
Chicago
Debating the Democratic Party's Treasury Record
A critic argues the Democratic Party should seize control to cut the surplus in the U S treasury. The speaker claims the party has faithfully reduced the surplus while creating deficits and harmed most citizens.
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Democratic Party
United States
Union
Farming for a Fairer Life for the Tenant Farmer
A farmer should not exhaust himself and the soil by overwork. Good horse sense and industry together create balance. The piece pleads for easier times for farmers, noting their hard lot and the danger of taking on too much. It warns against overreaching and death by overwork.
Public debt, peace, and progress in national policy
The author contrasts past and present policies, noting debt rise and unrest under the previous administration with current reductions, peace, and widespread activity and prosperity. The piece argues these shifts reflect where American interests lie.
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Philippines
Self government for Porto Rico to fund progress
The Democrats claim injustice in granting civil government to Porto Rico, but the measure will provide extensive self government and American citizenship ideas. No tax will escape return to Porto Rico as schools, ports, roads, bridges, lighthouses, and other improvements marking progress for a growing people.
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Porto Rico
If I Can Live Aimed to Brighten Paule Faces
Poem fragment expresses a resolve to aid others even at personal cost. The speaker hopes actions will comfort the weary, defend the righteous, and ease sorrow, with spiritual reward and heavenly recognition for doing one’s best for others.
During the War with Spain Democrats Criticize Transport Service
During the war with Spain amid hurried preparations the Democrats complained that the transport service was inferior and called for reforms to improve logistics and troop movements.
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Spain
Democratic Critique on Army Transport Spending
A New York Democratic congressman critiqued army transport construction and equipment costs as extravagant. The speaker argued spending shifts show the party’s flexible stance on defense policy.
Free Porto Rico government compared to earlier acquisitions
The United States envisions a civil government for Porto Rico that is as free as earlier acquisitions and offers more home rule than some U S territories. Proponents say it reflects genuine self-government, while critics accuse supporters of cant and catchwords.
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United States
Porto Rico
Spain
Mrs. Dewey Faces Litigation Over Wichita Poker Wealth
Mrs. Dewey struggles to sell former husband Gen Hazen’s Wichita holdings after deeds omit money consideration. Fifty city lots moved from early holdings to jackpots as Hazen counted chips rather than securing titles. Legal action looms, reflecting her admiration for prominent men.
Harmony and unity in Republican state conventions
The article reports gratifying harmony among Republicans nationwide shown by recent state convention declarations. Republicans express united, enthusiastic support for party principles and administration policies, ready to confront any issue at the polls in November and to state their positions to voters.
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Congress
Colorado girl sues mining president over engagement
A Colorado girl, in love with a poor man, manipulated a mining president into proposing, obtained documentary proof of engagement, and provoked a breach. She sued for damages, winning fifty thousand dollars, and she and the young man married and started housekeeping afterward. No flies on the Colorado girl.
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Colorado
Rock River Watershed To Be Probed For Diminished Flow
The Rock river watershed in northern Illinois will be investigated by the Division of Forestry to determine why the stream volume has dwindled. Deforestation of headwaters and excessive drainage for agriculture and business are cited as causes. Congressman R R Hitt has urged a study, with Field Assistant G Fred Schwartz preparing to travel to the area and report findings.
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Rock River
Illinois
Division of Forestry
Congress
R. R. Hitt
Secretary of Agriculture
G. Fred Schwartz
Indiscreet Secretary Conflicts Gates Poker Hope Story
The private secretary of John W. Gates denies involvement in a $2,000,000 New York poker game and requests a financial editor to state Gates has earned between $8,000,000 and 10,000,000 by stock speculation. The episode highlights risks of a secretary’s statements against a employer’s credit.
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John W. Gates
New York
Gates
New York Stock Exchange
Protection and Prosperity From Tariff Policy
The article extols Protective Tariff benefits as a "centle rain from heaven" that favors all, regardless of vote. It argues prosperity under McKinley and Protection reaches every citizen, urging gratitude and loyalty to the policy that provides bread, clothing, and home comforts.
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McKinley
IGC
Thirteen superstition questioned by many readers
A brief reflection questions the fear of the number thirteen and notes that superstition persists among many people. The text references historical views and suggests the origin of the superstition may lie in old beliefs.
Unlucky thirteen on the quarter and eagle motif
A humorous note argues the number thirteen is everywhere on the U S quarter. It counts thirteen letters in Quarter Dollar and TS Pluribus Unum, thirteen features on the eagle, thirteen stars around Liberty, and thirteen leaves in the wreath, ending with a quip about a barrel of luck.
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Liberty
McKinley Leads Tariff Policy Across Porto Rico Bill
The Porto Rico tariff policy is portrayed as McKinley’s driving force at the Republican leadership conference in the President’s office. Amid Westward agitation and pro and anti tariff pressures, the President stands firm while wavering lawmakers seek reversals, receiving a timely boost from his courage and optimism.
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Senate
House
McKinley
Porto Rico
West
Republican Party
Harikari
White House
Sisters greet return by train after trip in big city
Mabel, visiting a large city, is greeted by sister Anna at the train. They share hugs and discuss topics of mutual interest. Anna reveals she sent $15 by money order to Mabel, but Mabel says she never received it. They plan to go to the post office to seek satisfaction from Uncle Sam.
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Mabel
Anna
Sam
Detroit Free Press
Senator Sorghum
Trishman
Democratic Dilemma Over Hanna Quay Pair in Senate
Democratic press laments Hanna and Quay pairing amid Montana senatorial scandal. Northern Democrats scarce may force a dropout amid bribery probes, while Hanna’s vote upsets calls for reconsideration as Hannaized Senate fears echo.
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Hanna
Quay
Montana
Senate
Washington
Montana Senator Recalled in Clark Bribery Hearings
A Kansas politician recalls his Montana brother who allegedly received $10,000 in the Clark bribery case. The Kansas man once lent $250 and asks for repayment after reading of the alleged funds. The Montana reply promises a draft in reply to the March 26, 1900 letter.
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Kansas City Journal
Kansas
Montana
Clark
United States Senate
State Senate
Kan
Jim
Senator Clark
Robert
Helena
Mont
Cattle values and bird protection spark debate in era of tariffs
The piece discusses U S cows values rising under tariff protection and the Dingley tariff’s impact on the farm economy. It notes state bird laws fail to curb illegal shipping of protected sea birds and calls for stronger protection as hunters deplete bird numbers and disturb insect control.
Senator Sawyer Story of a Named Baby for Charity
A Milwaukee writer recounts how a letter from a Maryland parent awaiting a son named Philetus Sawyer Jones moved Senator Sawyer to send a generous check. Other senators Allison and Edmunds receive similar notes naming future Jones heirs, prompting a chain of letters about distinguished names. The tale ends noting the Maryland infant received no birthday gift.
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Milwaukee
Wisconsin
Senator Sawyer
Sawyer
Senate
Maryland
Philetus Sawyer Jones
Senator Allison
Iowa
William Allison Jones
Edmunds
Vermont
Pith and Point Misgivings and Banter in Quick Quips
A collection of brisk exchanges reveals the era's social foibles from romantic delusions to political pliancy. Characters mock pretensions and reveal human foibles through witty_retorts and clipped humor across social scenes and class quirks.
Representative Lacey Aims At Birds Bill To Protect Species
Representative Lacey spoke on a bill to shield insectivorous and song birds and curb interstate sales of game not killed under state law. He displayed an urgent telegram from the Virginia Division League of American Sportsmen urging quick action. He cited orchard damage blamed on excessive bird killing, as horticulturists warn.
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Lacey
Virginia Division League of American Sportsmen
Taxation and Puerto Rico governance debate context
The text argues that Puerto Rico’s tax system is Congress’s choice for local needs, comparing it to octroi duties in Europe. It contends taxation of Puerto Rico mirrors DC taxation, with duties borne by merchants who benefit from revived trade, while considering what form of revenue would best serve local needs. The piece frames the issue as a matter of congressional discretion and practical impact on different economic groups.
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Congress
Puerto Rico
District of Columbia
Washington
Europe
Congress of the
United States
Senators Chosen by People in Alabama and Texas
The piece notes two Southern states holding primaries show voters can decide Senate seats under current rules. In Alabama and Texas, incumbents Morgan and Chilton faced strong voter support and were favored to win anew, while Bailey’s bid over Chilton gained clear support. It argues that legislative bodies merely register public verdicts, and other states with party bosses may benefit from changing direct election rules.
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House
Committee On
Senate
Morgan
Alabama
Johnstone
Bailey
Texas
Chilton
Spooner's constitutional quickness in Puerto Rico debate
In the Puerto Rican bill debate on April 2, Senator Spooner of Wisconsin is praised for offhand mastery of constitutional questions, noted as unmatched by fellow senators. The piece compares Spooner's readiness to other reputed constitutional lawyers in the Senate, highlighting his brisk replies to Tillman and Bacon.
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United States
Senate
Spooner
Wisconsin
Messrs. Tillman and Bacon
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