Wisconsin Idea editor warns of distrust against reform supporters
The Free Press editorial attacks efforts to undermine the progressive reform movement in Wisconsin. It highlights Senator Isaac Stephenson as an early ally of reform, notes Roosevelt’s confidence and Taft’s alignment, and mentions a hired columnist praising Stephenson while noting potential opposing votes.
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Ike” Stephenson
Wisconsin
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Taft
Stephenson
Roosevelt
Ike
Wisconsin Debate Focuses on Stephenson Candidacy
Editorial writers condemn the waning influence of a veteran politician in Wisconsin politics. They warn a split party could nominate Stephenson, whose ties to past reform battles are cited as a threat to La Follette's progressive agenda. The piece urges a decisive primary choice on September 1 and dismisses Stephenson as unfit for the Senate.
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la Follette
Reform
Wisconsin
Aldrich
Strength of Municipal League and reform phases
From the Ottumwa Courier Thomas N Strong notes that reform evolves through stages starting with idealist proponents, moving to destructive clearing, then constructive work. He observes shifts in who leads reform from idealists to practical politicians and cites anti slavery activists as early drivers and later reconstructors.
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National Municipal League
Multnomah Bar Association
Portland
Ore
Thomas N. Strong
League For Better Government
Strong
League
Phillips
Garrison
John Brown
Lincoln Grant type and reformer roosevelt role
The piece contrasts Lincoln and Grant as types, notes Roosevelt as a destroyer and reconstructive reformer, and credits the National Municipal League with educational and reconstructive reform, arguing its work removes evils without direct city battles, while stressing theory and practice in municipal reform.
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Roosevelt
National Municipal League
Mulder Favored By Stalwarts In First Assembly Race
The article argues John Mulder is the favored stalwart candidate in La Crosse First Assembly, with some railroad influence backing yet doubts about securing full stalwart support. It predicts Mulder may finish second behind a ex-treasurer, and warns the progressive public will ride the Steam Roller of opinion to outpace reactionary rivals.
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John Mulder
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Northwestern Railroad
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Ninth Ward
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Mac
Judge Taft Denial On Wages Lacks Conviction
In the absence of convincing proof to the contrary Judge Taft's denial that he said 1 to 1.25 a day is enough for any workman was unnecessary. Fair people will credit the candidate for humanity and common sense noting such sentiments by him are impossible.
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Taft
Independence Party Ticket Draws Hearst Papers
Mr Bryan questions the Independence party nomination while Hearst papers forecast about a million votes for that ticket with roughly 85 percent expected to come from Democratic voters.
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Bryan
Independence Party
Hearst
Morning paper backs Mulder while evening associate favors McConnell
A morning newspaper endorses Mulder and its evening partner paper backs McConnell, both owned by a single proprietor. The editorial divide shows cross ownership influence in local politics.
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Mulder
McConnell
Gould Hints at Harriman Link to Octopus Claims
The passage suggests Mr. Gould may uncover evidence in Harriman's records that could validate the view that the so-called octopus is more than mere talk. The statement hints at continuing investigation and possible substantiation of anti monopoly concerns surrounding Harriman.
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Gould
Harriman
Nan Patterson Stirred Pittsburg By Too Coarse Disruptions
The actor Nan Patterson faced criticism in Pittsburg for her disruptive behavior toward families, with local observers labeling her work as too coarse. The remarks reflect a broader backlash against her stage conduct and public persona.
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Nan” Patterson
Pittsburg
London Court Rules Jew Cannot Be Blackmailed
A London court rules that a Jewish person cannot be blackmailed under the law, asserting robust protections against coercion. The decision emphasizes that religious identity does not reduce a claimant’s vulnerability to extortion and reinforces safeguards for minority rights.
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London
The Spider and the Fly in a War of Infestation
The piece describes a long battle between spiders and flies, noting that housewives aid the flies while spiders are destroyed. It argues spiders harm no people and keep flies down, presenting a defense of the arachnids despite their ugly webs.
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Philadelphia Press
The Yankee Stain in Virginia Hotel Room
Supreme Justice Harlan travels in Virginia stops at a country hotel where a tobacco stain on the wall near the head of the bed prompts a quip about a Yankee culprit. The Kentuckian notes the canny clue as fine cut tobacco.
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Harlan
Virginia
South
Washington Star
Bachelor Plans to Wed Widow After Half a Show
A witty remark notes it is simple for a bachelor to wed a young widow by offering only half a show, reflecting social attitudes on courtship and marriage. The quip underscores theatrical humor about romance and the era's views.
The Foolkiller Seeks Peace Amid Gun Worries
A reflective piece notes that the foolkiller cannot enjoy a vacation while regretting not bringing a gun. It contrasts desire for safety with the costs of arming oneself, hinting at deeper cautionary themes.
Sphinx Teases Guess of Teddy's Successor
In a playful verse the Sphinx in Far-Off Egypt laughs at readers seeking the next leader after Teddy. She hints at a name, then refuses to reveal who will rise, suggesting readers guess whether the successor is Tagt or Bryan, per Lippincott's.
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Sphinx
Teddy
Bryan
Confession of a Turkey Theft Aboard the Sherman
Captain Bruguiere relates a Thanksgiving turkey theft aboard the Sherman en route home. A fireman, recalling their San Juan days, jokes about chicken roasts, then pleads privacy. The skipper buys the soldiers another turkey to end the incident.
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Sherman
Uncle Sam
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San Juan
Capt. Bruguiere
San Francisco
Here lie our Robins one week old and an egg
The two granddaughters of Dr S Weir Mitchell show a hidden grave behind a hedge where a tiny white board marks the burial site of their birds. The inscription reads Here lie our Robins, one a week old, one only an egg.
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S. Weir Mitchell
Lippincott’s
Know More Than the Dog Says a Lot in a Lesson
A Canadian doctor in eastern Ontario observes a village crowd cheering a trick dog. He asks Sandy how he trains the animal and Sandy replies that one must know more than the dog to teach him anything.
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Ontario
Docor
Sandy
Doc
Argonaut
FIERY CASTRO AND THE PLACID DUTCH
Hague dispatches show the Netherlands will not act hastily against Castro. A Dutch cruiser will merely protect Dutch interests as they examine De Reus dismissal and quarantine disputes with Curacao. Holland aims to pressure Castro without provoking fear, while upholding international law. The outcome remains uncertain and closely watched.
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Netherlands
Castro
Holland
Venezuelan
de Reus
Caracas
Venezuela
Curacao
Vic Morris House Offer Shrouded in Kirk Town Ties
Vic Morris faces option to lodge with Rev John Fowler after Incubus & Co. faints. Fowler offers hospitality amid church tensions as Kirk on the Hill and Free Valley Kirk consider futures. Vic weighs Spain Rio Tinto prospect against staying to influence local works and lives of Vida Bryan and Jacob Romer.
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Incubus & Co
Glebe End
Vida
Incubus
Vic Morris
Kirktown
Dick Finnan
James Kahn
Pit No. 2
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Phil Calmont
Glebe End Cottage
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Kim
Wood Side
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John Fowler
Free Valley Kirk
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Trongray
Rio Tinto
Spain
Hector McKill
McKill
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