Desperate Politics and Police Power Exposed
A 1905 Indianapolis Star expose declares the Kissel arrest for a policy grab a political maneuver by reform foes Keach and Holtzman. It accuses police of acting without evidence to shield the administration, predicts disaster for the culprits and notes broader corruption in city governance and gambling at the Cleveland club.
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William Kissel
Star
Kissel
Indianapolis
Keach
Holtzman
Cleveland
Hedtanan
Saloon philosophy clash ends in reform vs profit
Epigrams by saloon keeper W A Skidmore after buying the Subway tavern spark a debate with Bishop Potter about temperance. Potter’s reform plan failed. Skidmore runs a profit focused saloon, asserting a drunkard is best served by revenue not religion, while Potter still pursues restrictions and soft drinks to curb drinking. The failed Potter saloon highlighted the difficulty of applying village solutions to city drinking problems.
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W. A. Skidmore
Subway
Bishop Potter
Skidmore
Potter
Tle
Saloon Politics Riffs on Religion and Morality
The excerpt rails against church involvement in saloon business, calling it a dismal farce. It argues Tat and religion must not mix, condemns compromise between right and wrong, and questions the presence of gamblers if they are driven from the city. Holtzman is challenged to answer.
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Skidmore
Potter
Mr. Holtzman
Japan must soberly face its warlike legacy and Portsmouth terms
A critical view argues that Japan remains governed by ancient savagery despite a half century of modernization. The piece notes assassinations feared for peace envoys, cites a 26 year history of political violence, and warns that war powers still drive the empire. It asserts Portsmouth’s peace will stand under the emperor’s authority and cautions against destabilizing military force.
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Japan
Portsmouth
Baron Komura
Iwakura
Okubo
Mori
Okuma
Itagaki
Custeins
Cheiecouwadey
Kirst
Iit
Victorivs
Predictions by Raphael The Astrologer Saturday Sept 3 1907
Predictions describe a birthday anniversary with troubles but petty annoyances. A child born this day is likely to be energetic and ready to make headway, while temper and health are noted with suggested caution.
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Jayarahia
Hymanry
Not Valuable Lives in English Motor Races
A London clonee reporter notes with irony that during recent England domobile races motor cars often left the course and to prevent loss of valuable lives the promenade ground level will be occupied only by press representatives, signaling heightened caution.
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London Clonee
England
Vast Stamp Collection and Breathing Book Mentioned
A Victorian article cites a pamphlet on breathing techniques and notes a professor’s pamphlet request. Harper's Weekly mentions stamp collector Thomas Tapling from London, who began collecting at age ten, now has about 100,000 stamps valued around 500000 dollars.
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Thomas Tapling
London
All for Him and a Will of Her Own
A fragment featuring dialogue about Nancee and a will. The speaker laments being the sole beneficiary while noting Nancee’s independent streak. The exchange hints at family or personal tensions surrounding inheritance.
Sunshine and Smiles and the Taggarts Peace Treaty Effort
The fragment hints at a presidential push involving the Taggarts to advance a peace treaty. Mentions M Witle and a modest raise in bets, plus a question about Whiskers and a potential benefit tied to Karl Kiser Webb Jay and Barney Oldfield. The items suggest a satirical or humorous society note with several named individuals.
Cholera Overview and History From 19th Century Text
The passage reviews cholera symptoms, progression, and treatment history including dehydration, cramps, diarrhea, and shock. It cites mortality ranges for mild and severe cases, mentions salt solution therapy, anti cholera vaccines, and notes past outbreaks in the United States and Philippines. It references a dialogue about depth of knowledge and a Philadelphia context.
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United States
Ireland
Quebec
Detroit
Pacific Coat
New Orleans
America
New Orleana
New York
Hamburg
Philippines
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