Bryan on the Supreme Court Decision
Mr. Bryan reacts to the five to four ruling on Porto Rican cases, stating the court eroded constitutional limits and asserted congress over the constitution. He argues it denies consent of the governed, promotes taxation without representation, and risks imperialism, urging Republicans to heed the ruling’s implications.
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Bryan
Supreme Court
McKinley
Porto Rico
Downes
Congress
Philippines
Fuller
Harlan, Peckam
Brewer
United States
Brown
McSweeney Declines Resignations Amid South Carolina Senate Row
Governor McSweeney refuses to accept Senators Tillman and McLaurin resignations. He calls the move unwise and notes McLaurin may resign again in December to back a Bryan-Tillman candidate. McSweeney hints he would accept another Tillman resignation, though likely unlikely this time, as a heated political exchange unfolds.
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McSweeney
South Carolina
Tillman
McLauren
Mars Lease Plans Ireland Trip
Mars Lease reveals intention to travel to Ireland, outlining dates and anticipated activities. The note confirms departure plans and aims to visit key locations while abroad.
Lindsay prophecy and the republic to monarchy shift
A historical note recalls Dr Thomas Lindsay predicting an effort to change the United States from a republic to a monarchy. The article claims the prophecy neared fulfillment as Supreme Court members hinted at allowing such a change and accuses McKinley and his followers of pushing to crown an emperor in name and fact.
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Thomas Lindsay
Lindsay
Supreme Court of the United States
McKinley
McKinley Favors Lower Tariff Now Says Aide
A recent conversation with President McKinley suggests he is no longer an ultra protectionist. The source notes his shift away from a high tariff wall due to global business expansion, while acknowledging his past support for the McKinley tariff bill and current openness to lowering the tariff.
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McKinley
White House
Southern Py Company Employee Invests and Earns Large Sum
An employee at the Southern Py company invested part of his earnings in the oil district at Beaumont Texas and cleared $209000. Officials responded by ordering employees not to invest earnings and to focus strictly on company business. The piece critiques working people being limited to a mere living.
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Southern Py Company
Beaumont
Texas
Greater Coal Combine Forms Under Hanna Leadership
A mammoth coal combine is being organized with proportions rivaling the high steel trust. Mark Hanna has been selected as its president, signaling a bold consolidation move in the coal industry.
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High Steel Trust
Mark Hanna
President Taylor Leaves State Normal for Millikin University
President Taylor ends his connection with the State Normal at Emporia and moves to Decatur Illinois to assume the presidency of James Millikin University.
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Taylor
State Normal
Emporia
Decatur, Il
James Millikin University
Trusts as Prosperity Stewards Urge Public Ownership
The People urge that owners of the trusts become the chief authorities on prosperity, arguing broad public ownership as the path to shared wealth and flourishing communities.
Crop damage from a severe storm hits parts of the state
A portion of the state experienced heavy hail and rain on Tuesday morning, with sections reporting significant crop damage as the storm moved through the area. Local officials assess the impact while farmers begin preliminary damage surveys.
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Considerale
Tur United States Leads in Steel and Theft of Labor
Industrial freedom advocates claim the United States dominates steel production while capitalists seize workers' output. The statement portrays a clash between national industry leadership and exploitation claims, reflecting labor tensions in the era.
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Tur
United States
Mark Hanna Named Colonel by General Roxstein
Mark Hanna has been appointed a colonel by General Roxstein, commander-in-chief of the G A R. The official act elevates Hanna within the organization as part of current promotions and leadership changes.
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Mark Hanna
Roxstein
Mrs McKinnng in Washington Alcoholic Press?
Mrs McKinnng remains in Washington with no notable improvement and little hope for recovery, as medical authorities weigh next steps in her care.
Syndicate Formed to Buy Redwood Jandy Along Pacific Coast
A syndicate is organized to purchase the redwood Jandy along the Pacific coast. The move aims to consolidate timber assets and control supply, signaling potential shifts in regional logging activity.
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Pacific Coast
Zinc Mine Buyout Shifts Joplin Galena District
Enellisa capitalists acquire all zinc mines and mining lands in the Joplin Galena district consolidating control over the zinc resources and mining operations in the region.
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Enellisa
Joplin- Galena
Turkiowa Indians Seek Injunction Over Settlement Opening
Turkiowa Indians filed for an injunction to block opening their lands to settlement. The report notes there are 43,574 Spanish war pension claims on Gle and the list continues to grow.
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Gle
What About Next Week Confronts McKinley At Labor Rally
The piece cites a California worker’s interrupting question What about next week at a San Francisco Republican meeting with President McKinley present. It critiques administration focus on present prosperity and highlights fears about railroads trusts finance and imperialism. It notes Morgan ships to fly English flag and mentions the Commoner show resignation due to poor health.
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Prom Tegan
McKinley
San Francisco
Thas
California
Chovey
J. Pierpont Morgan
Astor
Harmonious Meeting at Garnett Reports From Topeka Advocate
A garrett gathering on May 21 drew notable Populist figures led by Curran, secretary of the state committee, with County Chairman Walrad. The event, described as among the most significant off year political meetings, showcased renewed resolve to rebuild the People's party in Anderson County despite attacks and past divisions.
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Walrad
Garett
Beaton
Anderson County
Ivan
Garwel
Wilalle
Peter Qeoper
Sek Hiern
Maihersett
Advocate
Alt Bhp
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