Gompers outlines plan to question candidates on labor issues
Samuel Gompers issues a letter to city central bodies and local unions outlining a system to question legislative candidates. The aim is to push national anti injunction, eight hour, and initiative rights. Unions are urged to distribute question sets to candidates and report progress.
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Samuel Gompers
Weshington
Deat Sirs and Brothers
A. F. of L
Congress
Legislative Committee
American Federation of Labor
Strike Reignites as Packers Refuse Rehiring
Strike action resumes as beef packers refuse to rehire many strikers, prompting a broader walkout. Allied trades threaten solidarity as both sides brace for a prolonged battle in the industry.
Just Watch My Smoke Garnett Growth Hopes
The Chanute Tribune notes Garnett has found lead and zinc in paying quantities and plans smelters. It predicts growth with gas, brick and cement plants and other facilities, aiming to become one of eastern Kansas’ top towns as it expands.
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Garnett
Chanute Tribune
Kansas
Bryan's loyalty to party over principles questioned
Tur Independence Times criticizes Bryan for backing the Cleveland Parker ticket and defending Watson's choice to stay on. It labels Bryan as prioritizing party success over long-held principles, arguing the backing amounts to traitorous behavior and refutes bribery claims.
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Tur
Independence Times
Bryan
Tom Watson
Watson
Bill to Legalize Traffic Pooling in Rail Freight
The St. Louis Republic reports Congress will be asked to pass a national traffic pooling bill. Railroads plan a united push, seeking support from small shippers led by John S. Carpenter to balance competition and cut costs. J. W. Midgley of the Western Freight Association supports a law saving hundreds of millions and leveling the field for all shippers.
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St. Louis Republic
Congress
John S. Carpenter
Chicago Board of Trade
Carrie
J. W. Midgley
The
Western Freight Association
Money question remains a live issue despite a gold standard stance
The Oskaloosa Times notes the government operates on a de facto gold standard due to Senate makeup, predicting no change for four years. It argues Parker’s telegram and the platform’s impracticality render the money issue moot in this campaign, while tariff trusts imperialists and other questions stay unsettled until properly resolved.
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Senate
Trusts
Parker
Railroad chief admits term changes aid party control
The chief political attorney of a Kansas railroad admits in my hearing that changing state senate terms from two to four years and sessions from annual to biennial was demanded by his company to reduce expenses and help control senate majorities. He stated the motive clearly in the Independence Times.
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Kansas Railroad Corporation
W. H. T. Wakefield
Independence Times
Question About Bryan Watson Presidential Nomination
The dialogue asks if Mr. Bryan knows Tom Watson is a presidential nominee and whether Watson’s platform aligns more with Bryan’s teachings than Bryan’s party platform. It presents a political comparison framed as a query.
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Mr. Bryan
Tom Watson
Bryan
Davis Sides With Which Founding Figure Jefferson or Hamilton
In a candid inquiry Tax Lawrence World asks whether Henry Gasaway Davis aligned with Jefferson or Hamilton in early republic times. Meanwhile Jossex Folk secured the Missouri governorship nomination despite the Democratic machine, and Cyrus P. Walbride was nominated by Republicans this week as campaigns move forward.
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Lawrence World
Henry Gasaway Davis
Jefferson
Hamilton
Republic
Jossex Folk
Missouri
Cyrus P. Walbride
Bryan fails to impress in printing note from editor
The text contrasts BryanisM teaching it for eight years with later critique that Mr Bryan shows limitations. It asserts a claim about Wr do Jos Printinc being the best, noting the author’s opinion on quality and capability in printing.
Jack and the Skunk at Lovers Lane
A village tale reports Vaughn man Jack dealing with chickens on Lovers Lane. After months of misfortune he borrows a neighbor’s weapon, fires at a skunk mistaken for a rat, and accidentally fires both directions causing injury. The community reflects on loaded guns and misfortune.
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Vaughn
Jack
Selah
Packers Strike Won’t Doom Meat Prices A City Abattoir Seen
The Lawrence World argues meat prices would rise only if packer control persists urging a common abbatoir in Lawrence. It notes prior self sufficiency and questions dependence on packers claiming a local facility could thrive, with a license option if prices drop municipal authority.
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Lawrence
Lawrence World
Maxwell pledges to bolt ticket amid St Louis vote
A. W. Maxwell, who ran the Hearst campaign in Town, signs a statement repudiating the Democratic national convention action at St Louis. He resigns from the Democratic state committee and relinquishes all claim to the chairmanship. Nebraska Independent says Maxwell intends to bolt the ticket.
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A. W. Maxwell
Hearst
St. Louis
Mr. Maxwell
Democratic State Committee
Nebraska
Funeral of Golden Rule Jones Draws 100000 in Toledo
More than 100000 people attended the mayor of Toledo Golden Rule Jones funeral. Many wept at his bier and offered prayer. The Nebraska Independent called the crowd a record to be desired beyond holding office.
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Golden Rule Jones
Toledo
Nebraska Independent
Assassination of Taz Interior Minister in St Petersburg
The Russian interior minister, Taz, was killed by a bomb while traveling in his carriage in St. Petersburg yesterday. The attack marks a fatal strike on the government as authorities investigate suspects and secure the capital.
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Taz
St. Petersburg
Tux two Toms are all right Thos. E. Watson and Thos. Tibbles
Two individuals named Thos. E. Watson and Thos. Tibbles are confirmed as in good standing or approved in the notice. The brief item notes their acceptance or clearance without additional context or details.
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Tux
Thos
E. Watson
Stupendous Ten Day Sale Draws Crowds in Garnett Kansas
Crowds pour into Coxson & Reno’s in Garnett Kansas for a ten day sale of men’s and boys clothing. Offers include suits from 4.08 to 9.98, overcoats 2.08 to 9.98, boys’ knee pants at 7 cents, shirts up to 30 cents, and hundreds of additional bargains, with prices advertised as well below regular value.
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Cannon & Reed's
Garnett
Kansas
Cheviott
Seateh
Canaimere
Rockford
Coxsox & Reno
Socialist speaker to address Garnett crowds this weekend
Mrs Luclla R. Kraybill, socialist organizer, will speak on Garnett streets this evening and tomorrow. She is described as an earnest worker and fluent speaker. Citizens are urged not to miss hearing her.
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Luclla R. Kraybill
Socviatist
Garnett
Greeley Items From the Graphic
Mr. Chris Prank and baby arrived from Le Roy to visit Albert Kelsey and wife. Floods last year nearly ruined Chris crop. high waters hurt crops again this year. Corley & Woastefeld firm dissolved. Mr Corley exits, Mr Wastefield continues at the off stand. Arnett and Duncan of Fala arranged for a local telephone exchange, contracted Charley Lyon for central office building, poles arrived, work set to begin, line to be connected in thirty days if encouraged.
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the Graphic
Chris Prank
Baby
le Roy
Albert Kelsey
Chris
Corley & Woastefeld
Corley
Wastefield
Arnett
Carets Promote Digestive Health Amid Busy Lifestyles
Fragmentary message urges readers to keep bowels and liver active to avoid illness. Mentions CasCarets and pina celina style phrases urging widespread use for digestive comfort and general health.
Goon Jab Printing Prices Right
The note references Goon Jab Printing with emphasis on favorable prices. It appears to be an informal advertisement or endorsement highlighting value and affordability for printing services. No additional details or context are provided in the fragment.
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