False Reasoning on Nation Power and Economics Debate
The speech attacks the view that economic prowess justifies crushing weaker nations. It contrasts destructive mercantilist logic with a prosperity view: a nation prospers when others prosper, not by militarized restraint or secrecy. It condemns colonial and naval expansion profits as harmful and urges transparent investigation within the Post Office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lodge
Greenfield
Mass
Jean
Buckle
Adam Smith
Mr. Lodge
America
Étadliatimentia
Postoffice Scandal and the President's Oversight Role
The President now directs the Post Office investigation and cleansing effort. He must ensure all executive departments stay in line and hold cabinet officers accountable. Relying on internal probes alone risks bias and cover ups. a central leadership stance is required to expose wrongdoings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Post Office Department
Bia
Mr. Payne
Mr. Knox
Postponement Advised On Opium Monopoly Sale
Publicity surrounding the Philly pine rice deal and comments on Col Helstand and hemp operations prompt Mr. Root to defer setting the opium monopoly for now. If tensions ease, the transaction could likely proceed without excessive notice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Col. Helstand
Mr. Root
Iowa Idea in Retirement and Political Skirmishes
A provocative column notes John A T Hull of Town argues against tariff revision before the next presidential election. It cites Cummins’ meekness, laments Depew’s prosperity boasts, and recalls historic electoral tallies to critique posturing in early 20th century political theater.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa
John A. T. Hull
Cummins
Dave Henderson
Government lands in Montana to be opened to settlers
From Washington comes news that lands seized by the cattle trust in Montana will be reclaimed and opened to homesteaders. If soon means the same as in Nebraska, aspiring settlers need not hurry to buy tickets for the promised land. Any time during the next several years will be plenty soon enough.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Montana
Cattle’ Trust
Nebraska
Atty
Unclear Post Office Turbulence Provokes Hot Zephyr
A fragment describes chaotic activity around postal officials and prominent figures, with a vivid metaphor of a warm zephyr blowing toward a county seat and a U S Senator residence. It references Congressman Tulloch and Mr Payne in a dramatic, comedic tone.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Payne
Tulloch
United States
Chamberlain tariff stance sparks torchlight parade talk
The article hints that Mr. Chamberlain’s tariff stance may trigger public demonstrations. It imagines a beefy Britisher marching in torchlight parades to the tune of No No No Free Trade as political excitement rises among Americans in similar times.
These Days of Prosperity in a Business Spin
A critical note on Mr Morgan packing his valise to return home while waving Mr Schwab and his ship-building combine. The writer hopes Morgan’s concern for a friend does not neglect his own ventures needing support and visibility these prosperous days.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Morgan
Mr. Schwab
Statement Easily Believed
Washington reports progress by the new department of commerce praised by the administration. The early work has focused on appointing Republican patriots to good jobs, and the statement is fully credited.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Department of Commerce
Prices Rise Amid Booming Beef Trade
The beef barons reluctantly announce another price boost due to the flood in St Louis. They warn that earthquakes in South America or cyclones in central Africa could force even higher figures, making a further rise imperative.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St Louis
South America
Central Africa
There May Be Others In The Postumoos Bureau
A fragmented remark laments the state of a government bureau described as a hot air department. The note questions whether other bureaus face similar issues, suggesting widespread concern about inefficiency and mismanagement without providing concrete facts or sources.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Postumoos
Preservation of Hagiland's Inn Historic Rye Landmark
Special Correspondence notes that the Hagiland's Inn in Rye Westchester County a Revolutionary era tavern where Washington Lafayette and John Adams stayed is to be preserved. Purchased by the Parsons Whittemore group for 15000 dollars to serve as a local historical museum housing relics from Rye's colonial and Revolutionary era with plans to display artifacts and records dating to 1660 and earlier.
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Westchester
New York
Westchester County
Rye
Washington
Lafayette
John Adams
Hye
Boston
Hagiland’s Inn
Great Britain
Heathcote
Jay
Parsons
Wainwright
Haviland
Park
Peter Brown
Rya
Belle
Sons of the Daughters of the Revolution
Rochambeau
Thureaday
Wager Easily Won On Wedding Trip Payed By Friend
A former assistant secretary of the treasury plans a wedding tour funded by a friend under an old agreement that the couple marry and travel at the donor’s expense.
Mr Thompkins Teaches a Mission Class in Turbulent Session
In a rough classroom scene Mr Thompkins volunteers to teach a mission class at a school. He faces heckling boys and a resistant group led by a strong pupil who mocks his authority. A scuffle breaks out, the class erupts, and Mrs Thompkins later reappears as order is restored.
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Chauncey
Mr. Depew
Roosevelt
Washington
Monroe
New York
Bixneas
Wrere
Gate Club
Mr. Thompking
Minaton
Big Boy
Mr. Thompkins
United States
Jim Jeffries
Mission ‘School
Mouse War Veteran Advocates Cat Over Trap Cruelty
A householder recalls his shift from mouse traps to a cat after witnessing cruelty in trapping. He details trapping deaths, free releases, and the peace cats bring, arguing that removing traps and keeping cats prevents cruelty, disease, and child hardness.
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Householder
Robert Burns
Phin
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Senator Lodge
Massachusetts
Save Historic Inn
Stamford
Webb
John E
William H. Parsons
J. H. Whittemore
William Raymond
Harrison
Newnham Davie
Pall Mall Magazine
Halles
Prunier’s
Old Chew Mansion
Mr?Thompkins
Lion
Riverside Park
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