Demand for Reform in Senatorial Elections by Popular Vote
The Chicago News argues that senate action on a joint resolution for popular election of senators signals strong public demand, yet constitutional amendment remains hard, needing two-thirds approval or a national convention and ratification by three-fourths of states. The piece notes state legislatures must weigh sovereignty versus reform, urging public clarity if senators oppose submitting the question. It also cites declines in prices since 1897 and condemns the paper trust monopoly harming newspapers nationwide.
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The
Chicago News
Senate
House
Paper Trust
United States
Indianapolis Sentinel
Populist Message Urges Minnesota Stand Aloof in Party Strife
State Chairman Victor B Lawson warns that Populist forecasts have come true and argues that Populists should stay apart from Democratic factional fights. He says Bryan wing dominates in some states while gold trust Democracy weakens Populist power and urges noninvolvement to avoid entanglement.
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Victor B. Lawson
Minnesota
Bergen
Bryan
Democratic Party
Community of Interest Phrase Defined by Financier
A New York financier on Wednesday offered a stark definition of community of interests as “a number of men who own property to do what they lie with.” The remark underscored the coal mine and railroad owners’ insistence on broad property rights free from government or public interference, a provocative stance on property control.
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New York
Wages Remain Stationary Amid Rising Living Costs
The cost of living climbs with high prices for butter eggs milk potatoes vegetables and fuel. Wages have rarely risen in step, hurting households on small incomes as Dun's Review reports March 1 commodity price index climbing from 99 576 to 101 98, a multi year high.
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Dun's
Referendum debated by Chicago Record Herald editorial
The Chicago Record Herald in its February 24 issue discusses whether the referendum could curb democracy’s evils such as corrupt legislation and boss rule. It notes growing public belief in the referendum as a remedy and questions if even Republican organs are shifting toward Populist ideas.
Burning the Money and Hanna Subsidy Debate
A heated exchange over the Hanna ship subsidy bill ends with the advocate declaring the opponent would burn money. The confrontation highlights concerns about public funds and subsidy expenditure among Republican readers.
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Caesar
Making an I Hart Impression
President Roosevelt earns sharp criticism as he seeks to maneuver the Sampson Schley dispute and push a military centralization bill. Critics deem the tactics showy and dangerous, reflecting overreach and a lack of conservatism. General Miles’ congressional testimony is cited as proof of the president’s narrow vision.
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I Hart
Roosevelt
Congress
Miles
A Change Widely Favored In Public Mood
Senator Hoar ridiculed the house action on a constitutional amendment for changing senate elections calling it half a joke. He suggested popular support stemmed from a few men. Yet over the last dozen years intelligent leaders have increasingly favored the reform, with many who once opposed it now supporting the change.
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Hoar
House of Representatives
Taxpayers Being Ridden to Death
A harsh critique of the fifty-seventh Congress accusing lawmakers of excessive spending. The piece warns that a $2,000,000,000 expenditure and nearly $200,000,000 in subsidies to ship owners will drain public funds for private gain, urging taxpayers to demand change.
One Term Presidents Best for Right and Justice
The author argues that a single term presidency prevents pandering to a biased or corrupt Congress and fear of public opinion. A one term leader with Jacksonian backbone can implement true policy without chasing re election.
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Congress
Trattore in the Country Changes Among Notables
A historic discussion mentions many trattori and notes that figures such as Wayne MacVeagh Senator Edmunds George Bentwell and leaders from universities inventors lawyers clergy and statesmen across states would be affected by its changes.
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Trattore
Funston
Wayne MacVeagh
Edmunds
George 8. Bentwell
Universition
Union
Congressional bill seeks harsher horse theft penalties in Indian Territory
Attorney General Knox urges remedial action and Curtis introduces a House bill. It proposes a maximum five year prison term and a $1000 fine for stealing any horse or falsely marking cattle, pigs, hogs, sheep or goats in the Indian Territory, or related offenses. The measure aims to address excessive leniency under prior laws and align with US and Arkansas statutes when applicable.
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Tablen
Territory
Washington
Knox
Cut
Kansas
Department of Justice
Indian Territory
Curtis
Arkansas
United States
Enya “Tt
Curts
Missouri Back in the Bill As Senate Panel Boosts River Funds
The senate commerce committee finalized the river and harbor bill, boosting appropriations to 70,297,439 with 4,601,385 direct funds and the rest for contracts. Key items include Brazos channel Texas 400.01, Galveston harbor Texas 200,000 contract 400,000, Oakland harbor California 858,203, Tacoma harbor Washington 226,000 contract 250,000, Guam harbor 150,000 contract 250,000, Trinity River Texas 25,000 contract 160,000, Upper White River Arkansas 200,000, and Missouri River 320,000. Substantial no declines from the house bill.
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Kenate
Washington, D. C
Senate Committee On Commerce
Brazos Channel
Texas
Galvestonnnér Harbor
Oakland Harbor
California
Tacoma Harbor
Washington
Guam
Trinity River
Upper White River
Arkansas
Mississippi
Ohio
Missouri
Mikeissippi
Missouri River
Stockton
Mormon
Columbia River
Dalles
Oregon
Kansas Wins in Supreme Court Over Arkansas River Water
The U S supreme court overruled Colorado demurrer in Kansas v Colorado on Arkansas river water rights for irrigation. Chief Justice Fuller stated jurisdiction exists and full proof on Kansas damages is needed before a final ruling. Also notes Root's reply to Miles Philippines visit proposal and a Senate resolution delay on Danish West Indies proclamation.
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Sfvmrra
Washington
United States Supreme Court
Inman
Fuller
Colorado
Kansas
Arkansas River
Root
House
Department
Miles
Philippines
Seston
Senate
Bacon
Georgia
Danish West Indies
Denmark
House of Representatives
San Francisco Collector Values Rare Stamps at 20000
Henry Grocker, a San Francisco capitalist, holds 100 rare stamps valued at 20000 dollars with 11 pieces described as rare related to the 20-cent label issue. The item references 1846 stamps from the St. Louis post, noting pre regular United States stamp issues.
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Henry Grocker
San Francisco
St. Louis Post
United States
Peruna claims and patient testimonials from era letters
A compilation of testimonials praising Peruna remedy for catarrhal trouble and colds. F Wilber of bus Y praises cure and endorses Peruna, Edward Laws of Crown Point and Edward Lawn of LA report relief, Julian Velsalita from Buffalo relays dramatic voice recovery after Peruna use. Dr Hartman invites inquiries for further guidance.
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Suscox
N. B
Vivo Provident of
Edward Laws
Crown Point
Ind
Wells
Euward
New York City
Julian Velsalita
Hartman
Addrew Dr. Hartman
Thy-Bartwan Banitarium
Columbus, O
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