Bryan and New York politics split over convention support
The piece argues New York may not back Bryan at the Denver convention yet could vote for him in the fall, while the West remains Bryan's strong base. It notes Wall Street influence, prior New York votes against Cleveland, and the fear Republicans have of Bryan's nomination. It also credits Cummins with effective oratory and political strategy.
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Bryan
New York
Wall Street
West
New York State
Cleveland
Denver
Taft
Massachusetts
Illinois
Indiana
Roosevelt
W. H. Taft
Johnson
Nebraska
United States
A Square Deal About Markers and Allisons Credit
A Cummins man disputes Democrat support for Col Bell and says Senator Allison earned credit for placing markers at the Shiloh battlefield. The writer recalls Gov. Cummins urging the war department and notes a dispute over historical accuracy and marker placement during Civil War commemorations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cummins
Shiloh
Col Bell
Allison
Iowa
Gov. Cummins
Washington, D. C
War Department
Cumming
Col. Bell
The
Democrat
Ale
Old Nick
Roosevelt plans world trip amid election speculation
The author argues Roosevelt will travel after his term, copying Bryan and pursuing Chautauqua dates, and contemplates a possible newspaper venture. The piece notes Taft's absence from the helm, New York politics, and uncertain election outcomes with Bryan as a possible landslide winner.
Anarchist Emma Goldman Targeted in Harsh Editorial
A provocative 1910 era editorial argues for deporting Emma Goldman, labeling her a troublemaker and nuisance. The piece vows to publish critical remarks about anarchists and mocks its own judgment while referencing the Appeal to Reason.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Emma Goldman
Girard
Kansas
Emma
Lincoln Saloons Backed By 300 Vote Margin
Lincoln Nebraska approved saloon policy by a margin of 300. The note questions responsibility to Bryan and refers the matter to Republican allies for comment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lincoln
Nebraska
Bryan
Monumental voyage for Velbjalmr Stefanson to Arctic regions
The Knoxville Express notes Velbjalmr Stefanson plans another expedition to arctic areas where he nearly died on a prior investigation. The report downplays danger, asserting the seasoned explorer is unfazed by the cold and unafraid of the journey.
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The
Knoxville Express
Velbjalmr Stefanson
Velnjalmr
Charley Walsh Draws Hearst Independence League Attention
A Northern editor laments entering Hearst political maneuvers and worries about retaliation for criticizing party figures including George Rinehart Louis Murphy Major Carr and Charley Walsh. The piece recalls past loyalties to Bryan and questions current Democratic alignments while fearing interference from local editors and associates.
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Charley Walsh
Towa
Hearst Independence League
Hearst
George Rinehart
A. W. Maxwell
Major Carr
Democratic Party
The
Democrat
Louis Murphy
Charley
Bryan
Cedar Rapids Gazette Adds Democrat to Exchange List
The Cedar Rapids Gazette lists the Democrat on its exchange page, noting it is a positive move for the Democrat though payment to the Gazette is not expected. The paper is regarded as strong, and Cedar Rapids enjoys two notable local newspapers.
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Democrat
Cedar Rapids
Gazette
Rhinoceros Trade Noted But Local Market Lacks Demand
An exchange notes a live rhinoceros valued at 4000 dollars but no local market presence. Farmers do not raise enough animals to sustain any rhinoceros trade or market activity in the area.
Good Feelers and Gum Chewers in Washington Tales
A reflection on character in Washington life contrasts the undaunted good feeler with a boy who shares his candy with younger siblings. It notes a visiting townwoman who dismisses local manners and etiquette, implying broader social contrasts and evolving norms.
A Town Mob of Moral Musings and Small Town Tales
A fragmentary reflection recounts locals piece by piece musing on Washington, a preacher’s tale of a no tobacco sign, a destitute flour purchase leading to death, and street conversations. It ends with a note on differing kinds of people and the universal faults of all trades.
Arrow Snors and Public Speaking Fascination
A fragmentary verse line about shooting an arrow and its falling unknown where contrasts with musing on public speaking. The text includes a stray name Lonefeloe and a note on fascination with giving speeches as something many wish to try.
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Lonefeloe
Dental Exchange Notes Imperfect Teeth May Aid Look
The remark suggests that when false teeth arrive there may be one or two decayed teeth and another that aches, leading to a less perfect appearance. The speaker notes minor imperfections can occur with dental dentures.
Tobacco use and spending in everyday life
The note contrasts tobacco statistics with spending habits, arguing that avoiding expenditure on tobacco does not prevent spending on other purchases. It suggests a general link between personal budgeting and substance use without detailing data or actions.
Local Taste Debate Weighs Tobacco Chewing vs Gum
A light note in the paper laments chewing tobacco and favors it over chewing gum, humorously weighing city habits and common manners. The casual remark hints at everyday life and readers' preferences without taking a firm stance.
We Do Not Laugh At The Joke
A humorous line reflects on laughter when a teller laughs so hard he struggles to finish. The remark critiques forced amusement and humanizes the speaker through self awareness about humor.
How Many People There Are Without Sense About Home Time
A terse remark questions how many individuals lack awareness of proper homeward timing. The line implies frustration with crowds or parties where attendees ignore curfews or boundaries. It emphasizes collective heedlessness rather than a specific event or group.
Farmer Declares Work Requires Coat Off for Men
A farmer argues that a man cannot be working unless his coat is off, presenting this as a test of labor and productivity. The remark reflects attitudes about labor dress and efficiency in a rural setting.
Card Players Share Common Ground Beyond Rules
A simple truth emerges when people gather for card sessions. Shared focus on strategy, social bonding, and mutual respect creates a common ground that transcends individual game goals.
Desi Claim Debunked Amid Daily Skepticism
A persistent rumor circulates asserting a known truth every day, which observers insist is false. The debate centers on what can be trusted and how such claims affect public discourse.
The Queerest World: Stories From Different Viewpoints
A reflective look at how narratives shift with each narrator in focus. It explores how perspective reshapes events, characters, and meaning, highlighting the instability of truth across viewpoints.
Man's faults cast shadows on children, virtues unseen
A reflecting adage notes that a father's flaws are often blamed for his offspring's failings while his good qualities remain unpraised, highlighting how parental virtue is undervalued compared to correction of faults.
When a lodge inspector comes to town it does not scare us
A brisk line in local humor notes that lodge inspectors visiting town fail to intimidate residents, reflecting calm attitudes toward visiting officials and a steady community tone.
Veterans recall Shiloh ordeal and reunion details
Col. Dave Palmer of the state rail road commission recalls his Shiloh night ordeal 41 years ago with wounds and insect exposure. He attended a Burlington reunion Monday with about 50 Shiloh survivors. the Des Moines Capital notes a disputed political tale about Fred White funding his governor run.
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Dave Palmer
State Railroad Commission
Shiloh
Burlington
Des Moines
Advocate Praises Dr Shall Enberger for Deafness Cure
A reader from Mt. Pleasant Iowa testifies that Dr Shall Enberger of Chicago, a specialist, cured his son’s ear trouble after months of treatment. He endorses the doctor to others and shares the anecdote as a positive medical experience.
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Shallenberger
Chicago
John 8. Nicholson
Mt. Pleasant
Iowa
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J. H. Lathrop
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Ailor
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