The Way Of The Boss In Cincinnati Politics
Saturday hearings before the state senate investigation committee revealed the methods of George B. Cox, a dominant Cincinnati boss who could shape local and state politics. Judges testified Cox pressured them to reverse a case for hundreds of thousands, underscoring his autocratic power and fear that his retirement would not curb a successor as powerful. The piece argues for political emancipation from such tyranny.
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George B. Cox
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La Crosse Businessmen's Association forms strong leadership
Officers drive a vigorous start with swift committee appointments aimed at a unified push for progress. The group balances youth, experience, and capital to create a capable, smoothly functioning organization. The Mahoney plan adjustments may gain early acceptance as the first annual meeting approaches.
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Mahoney
Plans unfold as talks spark future policy debates
The forthcoming events are seen as the occasion for detailed plans and will likely prompt interesting discussions on future policies among participants and observers.
The Poor Insurance Agent Faces Demise Under New Laws
The St Paul News laments life insurance agents as proposed New York legislation would cut their fees and threaten the industry. It cites Armstrong data showing 1904 first year expenses of over 50 million dollars paid largely to agents, arguing lower costs require lower agent compensation.
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St. Paul News
Just Life and Civic Quips From A Tin Pan Era
A string of satirical notes and political jabs covers topics from campaign fundraising to theater, railroads, and high society. The piece lampoons figures like Rockefeller and J. P. Morgan while mocking public influence and local affairs, ending with a blunt note about a coal strike.
No Hope for Reconciliation with Castellanes
Paris March 13 The preliminary hearing in the Countess Boni de Castellane and her husband’s separation suit likely to be postponed as lawyers redraft the case to seek an absolute divorce rather than a separation. A new bill of complaint would be required and aims for faster legal and financial settlement.
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Paris
Boni de Castellane
Nelson McGovern Fight Card Promises Action Wednesday Night
The Empire notes a Nelson vs McGovern bout scheduled for Wednesday night with round by round coverage promised. The piece also mentions first rate music and an open invitation to all attendees.
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the Empire
J. P. Cushner
Prussian Knights Were Smaller Men
Emperor William hosted sculptors Schott Wolff Bruell Haverkamp and Bonke at the palace to review plaster models of the Orange princes for statues on the castle terrace. He emphasized historical armor accuracy and noted that modern men are larger than those of the armor wearing era.
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William
Schott, Wolff, Bruell, Haverkamp
Bonke
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