Kansas Agitator Notes a Patchwork World
A brisk collage of global jabs and domestic quips runs through the Kansas Agitator. Mentions Mont Pelée, Chile Argentina peace, Krupp’s faith, Russell Sage, King Alfonso, Jonu, and Yale’s $100,000 lab, with anecdotes on ping pong, rubber substitutes, Mont Pelée photos, and a New Hampshire memory lapse. Photographers and coronations, a Utah senator candidate Reed Smoot, Bertie’s ambassador miss, Carnegie’s million, and Great Salt Lake drought fears all appear.
Truth about Philippines covers up army conduct provokes Senate clash
Editorial argues administration senators block full inquiry into Philippines abuses led by Major Gardner and Gen Miles. It cites suppression of reports, demands for a complete inquiry, and the president’s court martial orders as signs of censorship and a push to discredit the army. A Republican congressman’s harsher statements prompt calls for corroboration.
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Enator
Philippines
Senate
Miles
Gardner
Binith
Democrats
Senate Committee
Hechtis
Smith
United States
Preas
Jnlands
Major Gardner
Luzon
Funston
Thessland
Senator Hoar on Philippine question speech excerpt
A passage argues that a civilized Christian nation should declare its course to the Philippine people, questioning whether the U S ever waged war without telling the subjected whether they would gain independence, urging clarity on long term aims. The speaker condemns secrecy and insists on candor about independence.
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Hoar
Friction Over Demands in Ultimatum Dialogue
A fragment quotes a dispute where one side demands clarity on purpose and use of military force, while the other refuses to specify goals beyond surrender and blocks the other from stating their own requests. The exchange centers on coercive posturing and elusive terms.
Roosevelt and Jackson on trust prosecutions and Morgan
A near-legendary Washington correspondent claims no war on the coal constrict amid possible Sherman act actions. The Attorney General Knox is quoted as saying no complaint if no evidence appears, while the writer questions Roosevelt’s sincerity and asserts Pierpont Morgan backs coal and rail interests. The piece contrasts Jackson boldness with Roosevelt’s cautious stance, urging Roosevelt to emulate Jackson’s fearless stand against monopolies.
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Roosevelt
Jackson
Washington
Knox
Pierpont Morgan
Coal Trust
Eo Powerful & Man
Plerpont Morgan
Nicholas Biddie
Moorpont Morgan
United States Bank
Biddle
Morgan
Andrew Jackson
Biddles
Uriel
Special Embassies Reflect Diplomatic Courtesy
The text discusses the proliferation of special embassies for coronations and inaugurations as a model for reciprocal courtesy among nations. It argues against discrimination in diplomatic exchanges and notes plans to host multiple special representatives in Washington each March 4, signaling a broader practice of ceremonial diplomacy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Not Lost on the People in Philippine Bill Debate
The piece argues Republicans will align with Hoar only with difficulty and notes Senator Hale of Maine as a possible exception. It cites Senator Scott of Virginia and predicts the New England statesmen will carry the argument into the upcoming campaign, with Massachusetts Republicans unlikely to miss the point.
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Hale
Maine
Hoar
Scott
Virginia
New England
Massachusetts
Where the Responsibility Rests
The Johnstown Democrat argues Roosevelt must confront army abuses, condemning officials who shield violators and push to punish offenders, warning that false denials after crimes are worse than the crimes themselves.
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Theodore Roosevelt
Johnstown Democrat
Truth and War Talk From Col Baldwin Endorses Campaign
Col Baldwin of the Fourth Infantry declares there will be no peace in the Lake Lane district until the defiant element is wiped out. This blunt stance exposes a harsh approach to clearing regions and invites public scrutiny of wartime tactics and policy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Col. Baldwin
Fourth Infantry
Lake Lane
President Roosevelts speech prompts inquiry into southern lynching
The memorial day address signals how Senator Gallinger drew inspiration for a congressional inquiry into southern lynching. The president condemns barbarities in Samar and advocates measures against racial violence and mob brutality.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roosevels
Gallinger
White House Repaints and Repapering Noted
The White House undergoes costly repairs in a major maintenance project. President Roosevelt, regarded for refined taste, is linked to the repapering work as part of preserving the historic residence.
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White House
Mr. Roosevelt
Sneaked swims and childhood oaths recalled in reminiscence
A middle aged man recounts sneaked swims as a boy, the lure of forbidden fun by the river, and the lessons from failed lies and a strict mother. He recalls whipped memories of family oversight, summer days, and a wish to keep promises to a widowed mother.
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Ming
Eifele
Ben
Clgar
Washington Star
Quat z Arts Ball of Paris Sparks Bohemian Spectacle
A vivid portrait of the Quat z Arts ball organized by Beaux Arts students in Paris. The piece describes lavish floats, nude tableaux, and a mix of art world figures, noted bribes, and festive decadence at Moulin Rouge and Bulller Ball venues, celebrating art and excess in the Latin Quarter.
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Pari
National Art School of the
Beaux Arts
Aspasina
Parviz
Valu
Curland Teles
Quesuch
True Philanthropy in New York: James Reilly’s Generous Plan
In downtown New York, James Reilly, a noted figure akin to Gen Grant, plans to buy three hearses for free funerals of the poor. He cites outrage at undertakers taking the last penny from widows for burial costs and vows practical charity.
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New York
James Reilly
Gen Grant
A Good Definition of Parental and Fixed Olé
Ernest Ingersoll explains the difference between parental and fixed olé when his daughter asks which class the skunk’s odor belongs to. He replies it belongs to both as the skunk and fixate on the man illustrate the point.
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Ernest Ingersoll
Representative Babcock Shaves Beard Aids House Entry
Representative Babcock of Wisconsin shaved his beard to gain access to the floor as doorkeepers refused entry until his identity was confirmed. It marks the first time in fifteen years he appeared without the facial mark and members struggled to recognize him as he walked toward the aisle.
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Babcock
Wisconsin
Too Much Deference Gauls Roosevelt Paces During Talks
A fragment recalls President Roosevelt’s nervous manner during a delegation audience. He sits briefly then paces the floor, asking the visitors to be seated, only to rise again as the group stands and resumes the exchange. The scene repeats as fatigue affects his behavior.
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Preadent Roosevelt
Presient
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Kansas
Sarnett
Mont Pelee Han
Chile
Argentina
Russia
Herr Krupp
Ruesell Sage
Alfonso
Anonymoane
Yale
Reddol
Isles
Amon J. Cummings
St. Louis
EL Luis
Mont Peleo
Emperor William
Raitnen
New Hampshire
Chicago
Atlantic Steamship Trust
Great Britain
Rose Budd
Marion, Kan
London
Edward
Morton
Reed Smoot
United States Senate
Utah
Russell Sage
Pnce
Bertle Amassador
Mr. Herbert
Bertle
Andrew Carnegie
W. J. McGee
Government Geological Survey
Great Salt Lake of
Omaha
Gan. Miles
Jman
Gayeties OF
Paris
Amun
Hotel Dieu Hospital
Aortwitt
Gavarni
Louis Philippe
Lim
France
Opera Halle
Gararni
Sarah Brown
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