Stephenson Voted With Trusts In Aldrich Vote Row
The Free Press argues Isaac Stephenson aided railroad and coal trusts by backing the 1908 commodity clause repeal attempt and notes La Follette and Wisconsin Republicans opposed the move. The piece urges voters to back Hatton and oppose Stephenson.
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Hoyt Seeks Democratic Support in La Crosse County
A dated sketch highlights Hoyt as a progressive, faithful advocate of pure government. The piece urges La Crosse county Democrats who back Bryan and his ideals to unite behind Hoyt in the senatorial nomination race.
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Hoyt
la Crosse County
Bryan
Soldier’s merit over age in public office debate
A critic argues that political qualification should be based on capability not age. The author notes that voting support should not be tied to whether a candidate is an old or young soldier, insisting public office remains a matter of proven merit.
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Kirktown
James Kahn
Walter Grindling
Hector McKill
Jacob Romer
Incubus & Co
Babes
Phil Calmont
Phil
Parton
Portogarten
Gelatt’s Tactic Sparks Talk Amid Candidate Support
A smile accompanies Mr. Gelatt’s move to officially back chosen candidates as he notes a title helps when other talking points fail. The exchange hints at strategic framing in local politics and the usefulness of a formal label.
Suggestion of Mulder election to the assembly
The fragment notes that it is suggested Mr. Mulder might be elected to the assembly. It hints at political maneuvering and potential candidacy without detailing dates or confirmations. The text centers on Mulder's prospects and possible impact on local governance.
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Mulder
Rollie Fails to Secure Merch Support for Ward Four Aid
Rollie cannot enlist Merch to aid carrying the Four teenth ward as Mulder seeks renomination two years hence since Merch opposes a second term.
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Merch
Mulder
Honest Hiring Test Pits McConnell Against Milder
A reader weighs two Johns for a key business deal, asking which candidate would best manage a major transaction. The comparison centers on trust, capability, and reliability in handling sensitive affairs.
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John McConnell
John Mulder
The Snake Curve Ball Legend of Homeville
A nostalgic poem recalls a boyhood pitcher famed for a snake curve ball that wowed batters. The narrator describes the spell of the pitch, the crowd’s reactions, and the boy’s claim to mastery, celebrating a legendary trick pitch from a bygone summer.
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Homeville
Judge
Mulder Backing Split Over Open Mind Comment
Critics say support for Mulder rests on him having an open mind rather than currently maintaining one. Some backers insist he did have an open mind in the past, shaping their endorsement.
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Mr. Mulder
Rawlinson Renomination Opposed Over Hidden Motive
The remark suggests critics oppose Charles Rawlinson’s renomination because they believe he harbors an undisclosed plan or agenda. The comment frames the opposition as driven by suspicion rather than stated policy.
A Home Endorsement for Mr Hatton
The New London Republican profiles Mr Hatton as a capable, educated, and approachable businessman with a history of clean success and labor harmony. It asserts he serves both workers and capitalists fairly and urges impartial voters to judge him as a man of the people.
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New London Republican
Mr. Hatton
Umpire from New York Faces Demotion in Hell
Immunity Satan orders more coal as a baseball umpire from New York smiles through attempts to roast him. The stoker reports the doomed figure is from New York and formerly an umpire, provoking Nick to decide submission or removal.
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Old Nick
New York
Bohemian Magazine
Why Does a Duck Explain Why Ducks Swim
A historic quip shows Jonathan Quiz asking why ducks swim and Bill Stout replying with amused lines about diverse motives and outcomes as ducks emerge.
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Bill Stout
Bill
Dinner mishap shows calm host and dairy maid tale
Mrs. Rogers notes a maid drops and breaks a platter at a dinner. The host keeps composure saying such accidents happen daily. He adds the maid was a dairy worker who left udders for cows, a remark from Everybody's Magazine.
Tenant paints house in flag colors wins new lease
A Philadelphia suburban tenant painted the front in red white and blue after a lease clause on exterior painting. Neighbors objected but the tenant argued no color terms existed, prompting the landlord to concede and take on all exterior painting in a new lease.
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Philadelphia
Lippincott’s
The Cockney Sportsman Cartoon Exchange
A comic exchange features a Cockney sportsman and a keeper in a dash of humor. The keeper corrects the speaker by noting Bilk is not a rabbit, delivering a lighthearted rural prank tone.
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