West backs Taft as leader for nation and West
The West supports Roosevelt and Taft as the party's chosen leader, praising Republican policies for home ownership, irrigation, and westward development. It argues Taft's familiarity with arid regions, water supplies, and mineral wealth, along with conservation, will drive national progress and Pacific trade, making the West pro Taft and Sherman.
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Taft
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Justice
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Atuk
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Republic
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Egypt
India
America
Mano
Taft Gaining Strength Says Independent Writer
Walter Wellman, Washington correspondent of the Chicago record Emerald, states Taft is gaining strength. He notes initial East skepticism over Taft as Roosevelt’s shadow has faded as Taft speaks openly and asserts independence. Wellman praises Taft’s blunt talk, temperament, and public service record, urging nationwide campaigning to reveal the real man.
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Walter Wellman
Washington
Chicago Iccord Emerald
Taft
Chicago
East
Ferst
Roosevelt
Oyster Bay
Watt
Fleulal
Fins
Lim
Judge Tart
Judi Taft
Congress
Iman
Political Notes on Bryan and Protections in America
The note questions Bryan's stance on handling the Negro question and tariff protection while campaigning in the South. It predicts how Bryan might explain benefits of protection to the average voter, suggesting the average man understands it without explanation.
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Aft
Bryan
Omaha
Taft Christian Mission and Philippine Appeal
The piece reports on Judge Taft’s appeal to Christian America urging spiritual and material aid to the Philippines. It cites Rev. Albert Hurlstone praising Taft’s stance, noting Taft’s prior governorship, sacrifices, and a mission described as vital for Christian civilization and uplift of Filipinos.
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United States
Islands
Supreme Bench
Roosevelt
Philippines
Albert Hurlstone
Roberts Park Church
Indianapolis
Ind
Christian People of America
Christian Church of America
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Dewey
India
Mr. Tart
Roosevelt Policies Continue Roosevelt Work
The Republican platform pledges adherence to President Roosevelt policies and continuation of his work, promising safeguards, strengthened administration, and prompt action against injustice and discrimination. The speech emphasizes efficient respect and supervision to uphold rights.
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Roosevelt
Wot a Wall for Bryan in Brooklyn Eagle Phrase
The Brooklyn Eagle mocks Bryan with a grim vow of the worst, while the New York Tribune notes it was not a declaration for Bryan and hints at Ike in its phrasing. The exchange reflects wartime political rhetoric and press humor without direct policy claims.
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Brooklyn Eagle
Ike
New York Tribune
Taft’s Candor Heralded in Readiness for Open Policy Talks
The article lauds Taft for candor in foreign policy discourse. It praises his willingness to consult openly with his predecessor in the White House on public good questions amid Republican prospects. The piece extols the white light of courageous candor as a guiding virtue.
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United States
Taft
Bis
White House
Farmer letter to Bryan criticizes platform and reform promises
Linole farmer responds to Democratic appeal for campaign contributions. He questions Bryan's ability as president, condemns free silver and railroad schemes, and argues a four year term would not allow needed reforms. The letter accuses Bryan of shifting positions and hides two key ideas behind grand promises. It ends noting Taft’s calm stance and Bryan’s long campaign.
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Lincoln
Naiky
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Republican Party
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Pott
Hho
New York
Bryan
Taft
Longfellow's school days and a bear encounter
In exploration a fierce black bear frightened a girl who fled in the dark. They hurried to the tele way and tried to reboard a train back to camp. Henry Wadsworth Longfellow’s school days are noted, with early education in Behoodn Portland Maine.
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Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
4 Post
Portland
Sickles Reunites With Spanish Wife After 27 Years apart
Gen Daniel Sickles, famed Gettysburg hero and diplomat, has reunited with his Spanish wife who has lived in Madrid for 27 years. A former Civil War general and Democratic politician, Sickles also served as secretary of legation in London and ambassador to Spain. He will soon turn 84, with a son serving at Athens and a daughter married to a British diplomat.
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Spain
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Gettysburg
New York
Lincoln
Legation
London
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Holland
Mexico
Philip Barton Key
District of Columbia
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America
New World
Athens
Greece
Remarkable Education Work in Alaska by Dr Sheldon Jackson
Dr Sheldon Jackson, United States general agent of education in Alaska, has transformed fractioned, hard to reach communities since 1885. Seventy teachers now educate nearly 3,000 pupils as natives warmly welcome schools. Jackson, a former Presbyterian minister, also helped establish canoe mail service in 1883 and the territorial government, then introduced an enduring school system that has grown remarkably.
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Sheldon Jackson
Alaska
Jackson
Auatem Uy
Plants Have Senses, Says Sir George Darwin
Sir George Howard Darwin, president of the World Association of Science, declares plants can see think and remember based on song study. He notes evidence suggesting a low order of instinct in plant life and links some ideas to his father Charles Darwin. He is Cambridge professor and critic of certain modern plant development theories.
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World’s Association of Science
George
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Charles Darwin
Famillia Ag
Jessian
Darwin
America
Benjamin Frankln
American Philosophical Society of Philadelphia
Trinity College
Cambridge
Vendetta list defeats Senator Ankeny in renomination bid
Washington senator Levi Ankeny, a key target of La Follette allies, loses renomination as Wesley J. Joney leads 1,500 to 3,060 votes with Judge Shell in third. Ankeny, born in Missouri, rose from Lewiston mayor to national figure amid corruption charges and railroad ties. He married Nesmith’s daughter after a train meeting. details blur with other notes on Galileo letters.
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Washington
Senate
Weatey
Jones
Judge Shell
Ankeney
la Follette
Ankeny
Railroads
Wesley J. Joney
Senator Ankeny
Missouri
Oregon
Lewiston
Idaho
Walla Walla
Wash
United States
Nesmith
Cure for eczema on baby’s face found at last
A mother recalls three months of failed treatment for her baby boy’s eczema on the face. After trying a doctor’s three months’ regimen with little change, Cuticura Soap Ointment and Rezolvent are credited with the improvement. The note appears among assorted anecdotes and magazine tidbits.
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Baby
Better with Kidney Pills Rapid Relief Sold Nationwide
Patient testimonials claim rapid improvement from kidney pills carried by Poster Milburn Co. Buffalo. Four boxed bars priced at 60 cents each, available through all dealers, with consistent relief reported since starting use.
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Poster-Milburn Co
Butfalo
No Bathtub for Her in This East Tennessee Tale
A rural East Tennessee tale describes an elderly woman resisting a new town water system and indoor bathing. She scorns modern plumbing while neighbors celebrate conveniences, lamenting changes to tradition and churchly manners.
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