Bryan’s Chance to Carry New York Shapes Election
In this analysis the writer argues Bryan could win the presidency even without New York, listing combinations of southern and western states that could deliver victory. Indiana and Ohio are highlighted as pivotal while New York’s outcome remains uncertain and crucial to the race. The piece critiques Taft supporters and Teases trading votes, urging Democrats to mobilize and vote against Taft while attacking Mormon church and religious factions.
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Bryan
New York
Taft
West Virginia
Oklahoma
Ohio
Indiana
Nevada
Colorado
Nebraska
Kansas
Texas
Cleveland
Walter Wellman
Chandler
Hughes
Tammany
Hawk-Eye criticized for old fashioned partisan bias
The Burlington Hawk-Eye is painted as rigidly partisan, condemning Democrats while harshly judging Republicans who show independence. It mocks past rivals for partisan excess and highlights the paper’s long standing, one sided editorial stance in Iowa politics.
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Joe Cannon
Victor Murdock
Wichita
Kansas
Uncle Joe
Bro. Waite
Bryan
Bell Wether
Burlington
Taft
Will Bro. Waite
Bob Ingersoll
Illinois
Bro. Hawk-Eye
Iowa
West
Wes Moines Register
New York Tribune
Brick Pomery
Cummins
Des Moines papers in a lighthearted circulation feud
The piece quips about a death struggle between Des Moines newspapers over circulation while noting both papers boast strong lists and profits. It recalls Lafe Young’s worldwide trips and argues the dispute won’t settle truth or public trust, ending with a humorous withdrawal from giving advice.
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Des Moines
Register-Leader
Heron
Lafe Young
Taft
Lafe Young Jr
Europe
Register- Leader
Walter Wellman sparks partisan chatter over sanity
The piece notes Republican papers accusing Walter Wellman of being crazy and recalls a past exchange where Wellman labeled critics as nutty. It hints at heated correspondence and political friction without detailing further developments.
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Walter Wellman
Walter the sharpest political prognosticator of today
The passage extols Walter as perhaps the world's smartest political prognosticator, noting he is not strong on airships but advances ahead of any in political forecasting, portraying him as a keen, ahead-of-the-curve prophet in politics.
Wellman and the Taft Bryan bet on political secrets
The piece mocks claims that Walter Wellman betrayed Missouri political secrets in 1904 and argues the Republicans once praised him. It questions campaign committee communications, notes Wellman’s opinions influence managers, and predicts Wellman’s timing on Bryan’s election outcome. The tone dismisses opponents and defends Wellman’s credibility.
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Walter Wellman
Missouri
Republican Campaign Committee
Wellman
Mane
Bryan
Taft
Ottinger the paragrapher and the Washington Post
A reader laments the absence of Ottinger the paragrapher at the Washington Post and suggests the paper has lost some distinctive wit without his bright impertinent squibs.
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Ottinger
Washington Post
the Post
Senator Jamieson Seeks Eight District Congress Seat
Senator Old Bill Jamieson campaigns against Pete Hepburn in the eighth district. The writer expresses support and notes the paper would improve if Jamieson wins, criticizing The World’s recent quality.
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Old Bill Jamieson
Pete Hepburn
Congress
Tracy clarity on stump proves his stance on issues
The piece notes George Tracy speaks plainly and clearly about his beliefs on the stump. It contrasts that clarity with uncertainty about Kennedy and Oscar, asking what each stands for.
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George Tracy
Kennedy
Oscar
Bailey Blasts Opponent On Wealth At Republican Rally
Marsh Will Bailey denounces George Tracy for wealth seen as political attack. He says the charge echoes Populist rhetoric and questions if wealth should disqualify a candidate.
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Marsh Will Bailey
George Tracy
Free speech clash as heckler hissed from Boone meeting
At Boone a man was hissed and driven from a hall after he called Roosevelt a damned fool. The incident prompts questions about interfering with free speech during the meeting.
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Boone
Roosevelt
Human Nature In Washington Seeks Moral Lessons
A columnist recounts tales from town life about a preacher’s wife denied a discount on dry goods, a debate over English usage with one woman praising and another criticizing speech, and a guest described as a frenzied financier after two meals with a stingy family. The piece teases further anecdotes about a young man in town.
A Narrow Roosh Sparks Wide Fashion Love
A tale from a bygone era describes a girl admiring a broad roosh worn by another woman and one-upping it with an even wider version. The joke ends with a humorous note that love means going to doors sideways.
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Roosh
Christopher Columbus
Roosn
Bookish Dreams End in a Loud Household Lesson
A town girl returns from a college town determined to read and converse on books. She borrows Barriers Burned Away by E F Roe to study aloud, while her mother struggles with heart trouble as the daughter’s vocal lessons become a noisy, alarming affair for neighbors.
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E. F. Roe
Stamp Speakers Politely Stand Out In Town Affairs
A light tongue captures readers on stamp speakers who get hoarse with their chat and on others who act odd in politics. The note mentions stamp voices, theater crowds with be ribboned dogs, and aging men who keep shirt cuffs attached.
Old Friends Grow Older in Quiet Observations
A reflective note on how people claim to uncover hidden truths and the tension of pleasing others. It muses on aging among friends and the quiet shifts in relationships as time passes.
Saturday Night Haircut Scowl Report
A man receives a haircut on a Saturday night while the crowd scowls in public view. The scene captures a tense atmosphere as onlookers react to the barbering in progress. The excerpt notes social pressure and community judgment surrounding the grooming event.
Subscriptions Slip as Magazines Sit Unsold
A number of households do not receive Good Housekeeping despite subscribing. The piece notes that magazines seem uninteresting unless an automobile speeds by, implying a wider issue of engagement and distribution.
Dirtier Housekeepers Cited In Ongoing Investigation
Observers note a large number of dirty housekeepers as authorities scrutinize domestic upkeep practices. The situation underscores concerns about cleanliness standards and potential health risks in current housing settings.
No clear event headline from the text
The fragment expresses a common feeling about tiredness from interactions with people but lacks concrete facts, entities, or a reportable incident to summarize into a news item.
Noisy Jabs at Showbiz Snares Quiet Public Gripes
A playful critique notes how some folks boast of effort while dodging real work, contrasting confidence with idle hustle and keeping a light satirical tone about social behavior.
When a family gives a boy a fancy name
A wry saying notes that distinct names invite nicknames once a boy enters school. Neighborhoods joke that formal naming meets playful shortening as children start classes and peers react with informal labels.
Half the public doubting your schemes prompts no effort
The remark suggests a cynical view of public belief in plans. It critiques pursuing schemes when skepticism from half the audience is inevitable.
Detachable caffe purchase signals aging trend
A concise old age sign notes a man quitting detachable caffe purchases, reflecting changing consumer habits as age advances.
Fat people and eating expectations challenged
A concise critique notes that stereotypes about fat individuals as big eaters fail to hold true, highlighting bias and mistaken assumptions about appetite and body size. The piece calls for reassessing such generalized views and recognizing diverse eating habits.
Would you rather be laughed at for being fat or lean
The question compares social penalties for body shape, pitting ridicule of excess weight against mockery of extreme thinness and invites reflection on personal resilience and cultural beauty norms.
Healthful Pills and Oil Promote Wellbeing
A Rural Maine family praises Dr King’s New Life Pills for three years of good health. They cleanse and tone the system and are sold for 25 cents at Cook and Sherman drug store. Also cited is Dr Thomas’ Eclectric Oil for quick pain relief from cuts burns or bruises.
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Dr. King
L. A. Bartlet
Gouilford
Maine
Cook & Sherman
Thomas
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