The Chief of Police May Not Force Work or Jail
The article argues police duty ends with protecting homes and businesses and catching criminals. It asserts that officers cannot compel idle individuals to work or threaten jail, emphasizing personal liberty and that loafing should be allowed if not a public burden. The piece cautions against police overreach into labor enforcement.
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R Railroad
Hearst Calls For Vote Recount In Chicago Election
Hearst papers urge a postmortem recount of Chicago municipal votes. The revival of ballot scrutiny reflects Hearst's persistence in pursuing contested results and electoral transparency.
That School Case Reckoning at Shortridge High
A public debate over Prof. G W Benton of Shortridge High School. The piece argues the Laughlin case raises public concern, criticizing Benton and Donnan for delays and misstatements and urging accountability of teachers to society and students.
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Public Duty Versus Sensationalism in School Affairs
The piece argues teachers withhold information citing honor, while officials blame newspapers for sensationalism. It asserts newspapers serve the public, reflect life, and should not be blamed for truthful public interest. It condemns officials who defer to sensationalism as a poor defense and urges public action.
Cost to find 12 jurors who will agree in Thaw case
If 12 men cost 300000 to disagree on a verdict, then finding 12 jurors who will agree would cost proportionally more or less depending on juror pool dynamics. The question implies a hypothetical scaling but lacks a fixed formula or additional factors to determine an exact amount.
Thaw Verdict Sparks Mixed Reactions Across Nation
The jury split their decision in the Thaw case, fueling debate as many expected acquittal though District Attorney Jerome’s strong appeal appears to have tipped the scales. Thaw’s life remains safe amid the ongoing legal battle, while public pressure mounts on Roosevelt over a hinted stance.
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Delmas
Foraker Speech Flecked by Accountability Claims
In a Canton address Senator Foraker asserted officials answer to the people not to party influence. He pledged to report his stewardship and warned constituents that remedy lies in choosing another, noting how officeholders speak of responsibility when party machinery is in hand.
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Senator Foraker
Editor Graves Proposed Roosevelt Nomination Fails to Spark
Graves suggested Roosevelt as Democratic candidate after a nominating speech by Evangel Bryan but the idea drew little enthusiasm. Roosevelt himself showed little interest despite being named beneficiary of the proposal.
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Roosevelt
Evangel’ Bryan
Stand for Roosevelt The People Back Roosevelt in 1930s
Two New York dailies report strong Roosevelt support across the country showing broad trust in his policies. Financiers and politicians opposed to reform misjudge the president's appeal, as Americans view him as prioritizing men, women, and children over corporate interests. Roosevelt promises not to seek another term, while his policies linger ahead of any party choice.
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Roosevelt policy square shapes election choice
The speaker asserts voters will back a candidate fully aligned with the Roosevelt program. If party reactionaries nominate someone not clearly committed, that candidate will likely lose. The public remains committed to continuing reforms and will choose the best instrument to pursue them.
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Roosevelt
Peary Sets Sights On North Pole Journey Once More
Explorer Peary heads for the Arctic aiming to reach the North Pole again, a pursuit likely to unfold on a frigid day as he presses his historic quest.
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Peary
North Pole
Gentle Art of Grafting Haunts San Francisco Mayor Schmitz
A San Francisco graft legend unfolds with District Attorney Langdon and Detective Burns detailing Mayor Schmitz as the central receiver of vast illicit payments. From United Railroads to gambling dens, the totals mount to hundreds of thousands, plus stock tips, painting a portrait of a mayor proud of his record.
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Europe
Ifdleness as misdemeanor or crime raise police duty
The text argues that idleness may be a misdemeanor or crime, demanding police arrest of offenders. Courts can compel offenders to work for the state but not for private corporations, and police can compel them to work not at all.
Dementia Americana and the Thaw jury debate
The piece argues against Lawyer Delmas's phrase dementia Americana used in the Thaw case. It rejects the idea that Americans as a people lack respect for the law and cautions that true dementia Americana lies in unequal access to justice rather than collective moral failing. It critiques the notion as a deflection from accountability.
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Delmas
Thaw verdict debate spurs plea for restraint in justice
The Star argues public opinion should not drive mercy or punishment in Thaw's case, warning that a popular vote favoring release would risk injustice. The piece questions whether crowd sentiment can or should determine the fate of the defendant.
Wiley Victory for Pure Whisky Sparks Cabinet Talk
Report from Washington notes supporters claim Dr. Wiley earned a cabinet position through his victory for pure whisky. Critics question what other qualifications he may have and demand broader eligibility criteria.
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Dr. Wiley
Local icemen urged to persist in rate war
Community rally calls to support the icemen as they continue their pricing dispute, urging fans to cheer them on and push for continued competition in the local market.
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Dementia Americana Stir Across Pittsburg Trial
In Harriman’s case the incident and his mouth closed together. The Pittsburg man’s acquittal seems impossible, a great trial of brains. The jurymen evoke dementia Americana, leaving no echo in the railroad walls.
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Harriman
Denison hotel names list and leadership change
The Denison hotel posted a long list of visiting residents from many Indiana towns including Fort Wayne Lafayette and Marion. A management reshuffle elevates W M Fowler to manager and Charles Kenner becomes chief clerk with Joe Strak moving to room clerk.
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Roosevelt Luck and the Delegates Dilemma
The New York World argues Roosevelt can quiet his mind and let opponents attack within the party. It contends that stronger criticism from ex senators and governors, including Thurston and Odell, plus Philadelphia's Mayor Reyburn, bolsters his national standing as rivals press the issue in Ohio.
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Taft Emerges as Roosevelt’s Preferred Successor
In The Nebraska State Journal, observers note growing discussion on Taft as the likely choice to succeed Roosevelt. Taft is broadly accepted as the president’s nominee with supporters rallying quietly behind him, while voters trust Roosevelt’s judgment in naming his successor.
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Oldest Indian epic poet described kiss as noise
The Minneapolis Journal notes an ancient Indian epic poet described a kiss with the line She laid her mouth to my mouth and made a noise which gave me pleasure. The quote is cited to illustrate the origin of a slang phrase meaning a kiss and the idea that such sounds date back to early poetry.
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Minneapolis Journal
Charleston urged as 1908 Republican Convention host
Charleston News and Courier argues for Charleston to be chosen as the site of the 1908 Republican National Convention. The piece contends Kansas City bids miss a chance to boost Southern delegates and keep money in Charleston hotels and commerce.
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Charleston
Charleston News and Courier
Senator Bourne stirs Oregon politics at Harvard faculty echo
Senator Bourne, the new Oregon figure linked to the anti-Roosevelt dinner, creates as much buzz among politicians as he once did with Harvard faculty members in Boston.
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Oregon
Harvard
Boston Journal
Invention Promises Smoking Ashes to Heat Air
The Detroit News notes the Altoona cobbler's device that consumes ashes and smoke to heat air while advertising the mechanism. The Washington Post quotes questions about the fate of the hot air and frames the device as an advertising gimmick.
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Kaiser to become interstate commerce chief in Germany trusts
The Detroit Journal notes the Kaiser has formed seven trusts in Germany and will likely convert himself into an interstate commerce commission to begin work. The item frames the Kaiser’s move as a grand, bureaucratic reform effort with punning tone about his authority and reach.
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Interstate Commerce Commission
Detroit Journal
Inn of Dreams by an Anonymous Poet at Harper’s Bazar
A poem titled Inn of Dreams contrasts a crowded grim street with a welcoming dream haven. The speaker exits into chaos and returns to a warm sanctuary, longing to dwell there forever, though acknowledging only temporary respite from life’s noise.
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Harper’s Bazar
Stage fare and backstage life in early theater
A Riverside-style look at stage eating habits from celery to ice cream and real food on set, with notes on backstage rituals. It cites Macbeth era feasts, New England dinners in Way Down East, and authentic servings in Shore Acres and A Parisian Romance, plus anecdotes from Goodwin and Wilton Tateckaye on theater life and telegram etiquette.
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Trusts Are For the People's Good, Abbott Says
Dayton Ohio News notes Dr. Lyman Abbott argues the trusts serve the public interest. He clarifies his point that the trusts are for the people's goods, not harm, indicating a protective view of corporate power at the time.
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Where do the files go in the outfield garden
The Kansas City Times columns asks where records drift and notes some fall beyond the reach of home fielders in an analogy drawn from baseball. The reference to Columbia State hints at a broader comparison to handling data or duties. The item reads as a witty opinion note.
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Paris Book Thefts, Great Volumes, And Rare Prints
A Paris correspondent reports on historic library heists by Count Libri and the Beaux Arts thief M Thomas. Large losses prompted partial catalog slips, while treasures include a colossal Dutch atlas, the largest book in the world weighing 80 pounds. Lionel Rothschild funds a costly birds atlas to be issued by Hutchinsons.
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Great Speeches and Their Results
A Harper’s Weekly summary notes how famous oratory in party conventions shaped nominations. It cites Conkling, Choate, Ingersoll, Garfield, Bryan, Clark and Cockrell, detailing how strong speeches helped electorals but rarely determined final nominees, while highlighting the enduring influence of eloquence yet practical outcomes.
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Appomattox
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Notable quotes from state house comments panel
A roundup of remarks from various figures at the state house covers topics from courthouse basements to Hearst praise and bakers training. Individuals named include E. E. Neal John Mendenhall Charles T. Hanna Leonard Quill A A Womack Robert Scott R H Bryson R G McLure Frank Roberts Clarence Martindale Mary Stubbs Fred Sims W F Charters Charles S Grout Frank Smith Professor J B Roberts and Professor Severance Barrage propounding views on politics, administration, and professional education.
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Leonard Quill
A. A. Womack
Robert Scott
William Randolph Hearst
R. H. Bryson
Indiana
R. G McLure
Pittsburg Paranoia Echoes Across City Limits
The Chicago Post notes Pittsburg residents may stay despite unrest, labeling it Pittsburg paranoia as people consider leaving but many remain. The remark captures local mood and stubborn attachment amid concerns about safety and opportunity.
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Chicago Post
Pole Explorers Eyeing Frigid Summit in 1907 Summer
The St Paul Dispatch notes a hot summer ahead as explorer Wellman and explorer Peary both begin missions toward the pole. The piece highlights parallel polar plans and the public’s anticipation of dramatic Arctic progress this year.
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Remembering Childhood in the Houston Post Verse
Poem reflecting on childhood memories and aging in the past era. The speaker recalls orchards, grapevines, elms and playful friends, noting how the children of yesterday have grown and moved away as adults.
Debating national rights versus states rights in Reader articles
The article reviews Bryan and Beveridge arguments in the Reader magazine April issue. Bryan supports national ownership of railroads but resists broad central power. Beveridge mirrors Roosevelt in favoring federal strength while stressing public will and recent antitrust actions.
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Wage Earners Not Affected by Wall Street Disturbances
Cleveland reports no noticeable impact on wage earners this spring from recent Wall Street disturbances. Volume and character of immigration show no flu-like effects, and wage trends remain steady despite market fluctuations.
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Texas Bed Sheet Law Sparks Mockery in Brookline Voice
A quip notes Texas passing a law requiring nine foot long sheets for hotel beds. The protest line likens waking to find a tiny ale tangled in spurs, delivered in a sardonic Brookline tone.
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