Five Vital Planks in Three Platforms Compared
Editorial notes present a political platform comparison. Governor Wilson’s remark on platforms as statements of purpose is echoed by the piece. The editorial endorses an adequate navy, prohibition of child labor, a minimum wage for working women, and urges organization of workers. It also pledges equal suffrage for men and women and supports labor protections.
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Taft Aims to Reaffirm Navy Strength in Republican Line
The Republican platform emphasizes support for a strong navy with President Taft pledging that naval power remains adequate. Party delegates reiterate defense as a core priority and pledge continued modernization.
Coal Output Doubles Across Decades In US Census Data
The United States Geological Survey notes coal output per decade roughly doubles, with bituminous rising steadily and anthracite constrained by limited fields and domestic sizing. Historical totals through 1905 show a rising trend, reaching 5.97 billion short tons mined since records began, amid rapid growth from 1896 to 1905 and a 63 percent jump from 1906 to 1911.
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