Johnson the Man of the People and His Rise to Power
A devoted advocate of Governor John A. Johnson of Minnesota, John H. Tolan portrays him as a self-made leader who rose from poverty to national prominence. The piece highlights Johnson's immigrant roots, early work, editing career, legislative wins, tax reforms, and broad appeal to both Democratic and moderate voters across the Midwest.
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More Power To Johnson Hon John A Johnson
A Chicago Inter Ocean editorial lauds John A Johnson of Minnesota as a self made, sound, sincere leader. It commends his merit driven rise, public service, and rejection of demagogue tactics while urging support from plain people for capable, principled governance.
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Vast Responsibilities Speech on Canada Reciprocity
Quote from Gov. John A. Johnson warns of missed trade chances with Canada due to bad policy and political treachery. He argues Congressmen pursued private gain to block reciprocity, claiming a larger patriotism is needed for any broader North American unity.
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Mirage of Watered Stock The Speech of Gov Johnson
A Gov Johnson speech denounces watered stock as legalized larceny in modern business. It argues corporations should issue stock only with paid in cash and state certified capital. The piece warns of the steel trust and calls for rational corporate reform to ensure fair profits and interest for investors.
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Labor in a Trust and the Purpose of Organized Labor
The speaker argues that a labor union is not a trust and opposing use of the term. A true trust limits production to fix prices, while organized labor seeks fair shares, shorter workdays, safer conditions, and better living standards. The piece contrasts the luxuries of capital with improving labor, warning that unfettered trusts would enslave workers while unions push toward justice and humane reforms.
Intimacies That Hurt Business Girl
A cautionary guide on office intimacy and personal disclosures. It warns that quick friendly ties with a new female coworker can become dangerous "crushes" leading to manipulated workloads, spread of personal details, and damaged reputations. Prioritize prudent, slow-building relationships to avoid hypocrisy and harm.
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Sister Sacrificed Life to Secure Sisters Insurance Payout
Marie Lehman 26 killed herself by carbolic acid after arranging a life policy naming her 19 year old sister Maggie as beneficiary. Details show a year of planned self death to fund Maggie’s care, with Marie suffering through care of the invalid sibling since childhood and drawing on a $2,000 share from their father’s will. The case unfolds with police investigations and a rooming house background, ending with Marie’s death near Forest Park.
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