Monopoly and political power in Talmage sermon critique
The sermon quotes Rev. T DeWitt Talmage denouncing monopoly and its hold on politics and business. It cites how monopolies influence legislation, railroads, telegraphs, and elections, urging anti monopoly leagues and a Populist wave to curb elites and party control. The piece notes reactions in newspapers like the Globe Democrat and calls for unified action across states.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. DeWitt Talmage
Talmage
Pludocracy
St. Louis Globe-Desccrat
The
Globe-Democrat
Clymbatian's Weak Spots and Labor Tales in Honolulu
A socialist paper in Austrian Polat describes how Clymbatian and forty others were sold into royal slavery under U S Senate sanctioned labor laws. German agents allegedly sold them to the Austrian consul in Honolulu. they were imprisoned, starved, housed with horses, beaten, and forced back to work. The men seek rescue. London Clarion notes Lawrence Kane was attacked. a horse collar factory owner resisted a trust bid and closed after supplies halted. The piece cites the National Harness Review on tanning human skins for belts and other goods, warning of capitalist gains from suffering.
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Clymbatian
Honolulu
Weltes
Polat
U. S. Senate
Tremén
London Clarion
Lawrence
Kane
Trust
Spice
National Harness Review of
Chicago
England
Amubaldo
Pueblo
Warming the Farmers in Wall Street News May Day
The May 1 issue attacks Wall Street figures on farming costs in Nebraska claiming farmers are kept near starvation by railroad and elevator charges. It argues producers receive little for capital invested while financiers reap interest, accusing capitalists of exploiting farmers to force more slave products next year.
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Wall Street
Burlington
Nebraska
The Wrong Pzay the Bar
The statesman and the exploiter debate unemployment in a surreal exchange. They pace corridors of time as the exploiter asks what to do with the unemployed. The statesman responds with a bitter laugh and a sharp retort about who holds power.
The New English Policy and American Bridge Contract
The British government grants a major bridge contract to an American firm for a southern project. The piece argues Britain aims to reduce reliance on English builders and promote Americas role as the world’s workshop, criticizing the shift as damaging to England and praising American industry.
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Soudon
America
England
Petting In
Words of the Wise and the Modern Mob
A fragmentary text cites Alfred Russel Wallace and Debs on law, justice, and social reform. It discusses wealth as a gift, Providence, democracy, and the critique of private property as a basis for order, with references to Richard Wagner and modern civilization.
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Rockefeller
Debs
Richard Wagner
Press excerpts show pacification, trade, and distrust in Arizona
The selection critiques pacifying the Philippine islanders while praising growth in Pacific trade. It notes exports and gold to the Philippines dwarfing imports, and warns of trusts expanding public utilities before vanishing. It also mocks Arizona governance, accusing vetoes by a paternal governor and portraying the people as naive.
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Philippines
Sprigfeld
Arizona
Hanna
Kinga
Direct Legislation Is the People’s Salvation in Nebraska
Direct legislation is the only salvation from corporate grasp and electoral middlemen. It argues that voters should dictate laws, end middlemen senators and representatives, and own essential franchises through majority will, enabling taxpayers to obtain fair services and erase monopolies.
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Kearney
Neb
Ino Corporation
Inne and Authority Debate in Oakland Inquirer
The Oakland Enquirer questions whether people can respect the institution they built. It cites King Charles and asks why society cannot govern itself, criticizes teaching that denies individuals power to take from others, and references Melbourne Beacon.
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Oakland Enquirer
Charles
Academy of Sciences
Enquirer
Henry George
Melbourne
Greater America Exposition at Omaha Promises Novel Shows
A cautious overview explains the Omaha Greater America Exposition opening July 1 for four months. It highlights colonial exhibits, government support, dramatic fireworks, and international displays, including Manila siege replays and naval opera projections.
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Omaha
Chimio
the Pain Fireworks Company
Chicago
Manila
Corvern
Fish Or an Father Caught in Old Virginia Tale
An Old story retold with Howe modern touches as Colson and a native fisherman recall past fishing days on a pond. The tale shifts from casual chat to a grandiose fish tale, including nine-pounders and grandfathers with revolvers, reflecting rural memory and bravado. The speaker, Colson, rows away after a final bow.
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Howe
Colvon
Vellen
Lewinton
Ian Oxford Bear
Colson
Utkin
Eranddad
Malay Character Traits Among Thilippiam Islanders
A historical account contrasts the Malay race as impassive and reserved with moments of bloodthirsty reputation. It notes slow speech, caution in finances, and strong etiquette, while highlighting cruelty, poor intellect, and limited interest in knowledge. It also compares Malay behavior to Papuan and European influences, detailing class politeness and fear of offense.
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Whem Qione
Afl
Botth
la Reckoss
No Cause for Doubt Knight Theme
A young knight fears the voyage ahead and voices doubt while an optimistic mentor reassures him. The mentor jokes about the lance and the journey, sounding confident despite the knight’s anxiety.
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Fan Ko
Not Much Warmth. A Quote From Pittsburgh Chronicle Telegraph
An OCR fragment records a shabby exchange with a rich man who is asked to help. The tone suggests awkward reception and a lack of warmth in the response, reflecting a period voice and dialogue style from the Pittsburgh Chronicle Telegraph.
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Maele Ty
McSchlligen
Pittaburg Chronicle-Telegraph
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Leutenant
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Union
Ireland
Arch of God
Herod
Globo- Hemocrat
Jguch Populletio
Gov
Pingree
Jonoa
Toledo
Heyan Wa
Words OF
Alfred Russel Wallace
Herron
Providence
Richard Rumbald
Spain
Pittsburg Kansan
Greater America
Allen Chester Silk Company
iPatterson
N.J
McKinley
Hobart
the Midway
Ines
Lagoon Ane Fine Arts Building
East End
Grand Cort
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