Miscellany of oddities and remarks from Kansas to Havana
A collage of witty notes and brief items from various places. It mentions topics from a Gainesville to Chicago clergymen and a proposed New Jersey arms design to Oregon figure Mary MacLane receiving marriage offers. It cites political, social, and cultural quips with dates and personages, including Thomas Lipton, Mary MacLane, Carrie Nation, and Havana corruption chatter. The tone is brisk miscellany with sharp asides and scattered reportage.
Is It A Trust Plan Debating a Twenty Year Strong Presidency
A Wisconsin speech by Senator Spooner is cited arguing for electing Theodore Roosevelt as a strong president and a strong Republican Senate and House for twenty years, warning such a plan would create imperial rule and despotism backed by trusts. The piece questions Spooner’s motive, ties him to railroad magnates, and cautions against a perpetual Republican oligarchy that could subjugate labor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John
Spooner
Wisconsin
United States
Senate
Roosevelt
Republic of the United States
Lancaster
Wis
Theodore Roosevelt
House
Ike Theodore Roosevelt
Republic
Congress
Spoon
Sta
Bpooner
Foraker
Beveridge
Sponer
Wall Street
How the Tariff Was Arranged
The McKinley and Dingley schedules were shaped mainly by private individuals with incidental government revenue. Political leaders did not grant taxing power without receiving some consideration, and suspicion grows that liberal campaign contributions influenced the concession.
Equally Deserving of Help Dictator Shaw’s Plea Raises Questions
Secretary Shaw complains about requests for $4 from the treasury on a tip from a humorist. He wonders why the generous impulse to relieve the hard-up should not extend to the unlucky man who backed the wrong horse or weak poker hand.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shaw
Treasury
Mr. Shaw
Demand for Tariff Reform Highlighted by Herald
The Boston Herald remarks that tariff reform has become increasingly evident, signaling a shift in policy debate. The article emphasizes growing support and attention from lawmakers and the public as discussions advance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston Herald
Public Sentiment Shapes Change Amid Republican Convictions
Amid broad public favor for change, Republican congressmen nationwide express convictions that two years ago would have led to immediate party ejection. The remarks reflect a shifting political mood and pressure within the party.
Public Opinion Defund Subsidy Debate in Indiana
The Sentinel reports powerful subsidy interests overshadow public opinion as Senator Fairbanks supported a ship subsidy of 180 million under Mark Hanna's influence. Beveridge is named, while Indiana sentiment is described as overwhelmingly against the plan. Both Republican papers in the state denounce it with few, if any, supporting voices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Starist Trust
Indianapolls Sentinel
Fairbanks
Senate
Mark Hanna
Beveridge
Indiana
An Erroneous Alignment in Tariff Debate
Senator Hanna in an Ohio campaign speech misstates tariff revision as a Democratic plan to wreck prosperity. If all tariff reform advocates of the last three years were Democrats, Republicans would face a net loss across states as millions might cross party lines.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hanna
Ohio
Makas
Who Has the Profit in Public Fuel Prices
The piece questions who profits from high fuel prices, noting consumers have paid dearly while producers and dealers claim losses. it argues a general desire to identify the profiteer behind essential public fuels and suggests someone has profited.
Senator Allison Downplays Duties on Trust Goods
The article reports Senator Allison arguing that removing duties on trust-made articles would aid trusts, citing the tobacco trust as proof. It counters, noting no proposal to remove tobacco duties and urging focus on steel and coal rather than tobacco to gain credibility.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allison
Tobacco Trust
Anti Tariff Sentiment Across Regions Emerges
The East and West show rising opposition to tariff revision, alarming trusts as South remains solid for revenue tariffs. The outlook hints at a shift toward lower protectionist measures, while the North and South reflect divergent views ahead of congressional elections.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South
Sec
Atlanta Journal
Why Cuba Is Drifting Away Again from the U S
A Washington report says Cuba is drifting away and offers diplomatic explanations. The writer argues that U S bans on Cuban sugar and tobacco fuel the drift, noting local belief centers on trade barriers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cuba
Washington
Tariff Politics From McKinley Speech Inspiration
The passage notes McKinley’s last speech criticizing the Dingley tariff in favor of reciprocity and labels it a Republican text. It contrasts Secretary Shawn’s positions opposing McKinley policy, while suggesting tariff reform debates and tariff commissions may not remove tariff politics from policy discourse.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McKinley
Shawn
Protectionists Demand Money From American Protective League
The American Protective League has issued a distress cry asking about 900 members, all tariff beneficiaries, for immediate funds citing large demands in doubtful districts. The circular requests support to meet financial needs amid a shaky political climate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Protective League
League
One of the Seven Wonders of the Sherman Act
Secretary Shaw praises the Sherman Act as a marvel yet notes no one has found a way to enforce it. He claims the law is sound, but enforcement remains elusive despite many statesmen attempting reforms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shaw
What the Strike Has Shown on Coal War
The coal strike has wasted wealth that cannot be recovered and revealed the claim that anthracite coal merits protection. It shows how protectionists slipped the duty in during the construction of the Dingley tariff bill.
West Eyes Sectional Strife Over Eastern Monopolies
The West grows weary of Eastern states fostering monopolies that prey on national trade. A concerted move toward a remedy is expected to emerge eventually.
Mike Sabot Hero of Mercy Dies in Selfless Rescue
In a perilous scene a drowning victim is saved by Mike Sabot who plunges into the pit to drag him to safety. Despite exhaustion and multiple moments of danger, Sabot remains steadfast, sacrificing his life as he is pulled from the jaws of death. His fearless act is hailed as heroic, earning him immortal fame and a lasting place in memory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mike
Mission of Mercy
Angela
Mike Sabot
Women Strikers Stand Firm in Chicago Trades
Organizer Fitzpatrick of the Chicago Federation of Labor notes women in folding and square tax trades strike for gains. Employers grant 15 to 20 percent raises, yet 3600 of 4000 workers stay out to support 600 striking men. Women’s resolve cited as decisive in pressuring concessions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fitzpatrick
Chicago Federation of Labor
Mr. Fitzpatrick
Against Incorporation of Labor Unions
A discussion argues unions should remain unincorporated to protect funds from lawsuits by employers. It contends legal personality invites endless claims, risking treasuries, and that courts may skew toward capital against labor, threatening workers, and undermining union relief funds for the poor, ill, and unemployed.
Census reveals child labor in shirt trade and rail growth
Census shows 6364 children under sixteen employed in shirt making nationwide with over 3000 in factories. US rail employment reached 1,067,169, averaging 648 workers per 100 miles, up 19 percent. Marine engineers on ferries gain wages and hours, while Uhler warns to avoid Pacific coast strike zones.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ratironda
United States
Engineers’ Union No. 3
Chicago
America
New York City
Jersey City
Uhler
Marine Engineers' Association
Pacific Coast
Nebraska Labor Men Endorse Old Age Pension Plan at State Convention
The Nebraska Society of Labor and Industry held its state convention in South Omaha on October 9 and 10 with under eighty delegates despite many credentials. A key action endorsed a Federal Labor Union proposal for an old age pension requiring at least twenty five years residence in the United States. If approved by the AFL in New Orleans, a bill will be drafted in Omaha and sent to Congress with nationwide petitions. The next text convention is set for Lincoln on October 3, 1908. Some get in victories too often and some too seldom.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Society of Labor and Industry of
State of
Nebraska
South Omaha
Labor Union
No. TU
United States
National Convention
American Federation of Labor
New Orleans
Omaha
Congress of the
Lincoln
Neb
Fix Engineers Wages for Lakes Steamers 1903
Annual Detroit meeting of the Marine Engineers' Beneficial Association set the wage scale for chain of lakes for 1903. The classification remains, with first class steamers over 1,500 tons carrying two engineers and at least one oiler, and freight steamers over 1,500 tons with two engineers and two oilers, under 1,600 tons to engineers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Officers of the Marine Engineers’ Beneficial Association
Detroit
Chain of Lakes
Lake Seamen to Meet in Milwau kee December Convention
The International Seamen's Union plans a Milwaukee convention on December 1. Topics include amalgamation of marine occupations, an international mouthpiece, a union pennant, a Gulf of Mexico district review, and the creation of an office for the union. The gathering aims to unite deep water and lake seamen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Great Lakes
International Seamen's Union
Milwaukee
Gulf of Mexico
Almost a Miracle Kidney Cure Promoted by Mrs Isted
Mrs M Isted of Galveston Texas claims kidney pills cured her long kidney pain and weakness after doctors urged operation. She says after using Dusa Kidney Pills her back pain and urinary trouble disappeared, appetite and weight returned, and she recovered from near death. Free trials offered by Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY. price 60 cents per box.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. Lated
Strand Street
Galveston
Tex
Mo« Gound
Dusa
Honn
Lake View
United States
Foster-Milburn Co
Buffalo
N. C
English railway chief visits to study American systems
Col. H. A. Yorke, chief inspecting officer of English railways, arrives in the United States to observe and learn how the major American railway systems are operated and managed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
Col. H. A. Yorke
oMcer
Kansan City Gateway Fast Night Train to St. Louis
Travelers bound for St. Louis and points east should use the Chicago and Alton route via Kansas City to secure a fast night train leaving Kansas City at 9 p.m. and arriving in St. Louis at 7:08 a.m. Compartment sleeping cars available and rates quoted by L. D. Cooper, Traveling Passenger Agent. A social remark about a woman’s temper closes the note.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Louie
Kansan City
Chicago & Alton
St. Louis
Alton
L. D. Cooper
Chicago & Alton Railway
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Kansas Agitator
Garnett
Kansas
Ike Mr. Wu
Ching
Castro
Montana
Sir Thomas Lipton
Women's Federation
Toledo
New Jersey
Mary MacLane
East
Mary
Col. Taylor
Germany
Thei T
Spain
Wiiot
Harvard
Canadian
Hall Caine
Mexico
California
Syracuse
O'Connor
Main Street
Carrie Nation
Houston
Texas
Post
Hisex County
Mascagni
Benjamin de Costa
New York
Newport
Atterson
Havana
P, BH
Hogehead
Staunton
Virginia
Tank
Senator Spooner
Serta
Cambria
Anus
Atayed
J. J. Fitzpatrick
Akers
Prado
Manchester
Lake Seamen
Drese
Husband
Barly Frost
Fast ST. Louie
Hamlin's Wizard Oil
von Solinte
Montgobeny Ward
Kansas City
NO. AM
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