Ignorance of the Tariff a Washington Anecdote
A Washington anecdote recalls Senator Nelson Aldrich of Rhode Island during the tariff fight. Aldrich quips that Neill knew nothing about the tariff, then praises the idea of spending a morning with a man who claims to know nothing. The tale underscores the tariff bill confusion and Aldrich's wit.
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California’s single tax debate on alien land ownership
The Public argues for sweeping land control to curb monopolies by aliens and citizens alike. It contends proposed laws do not go far enough to prevent ownership by nonresidents and foreign interests in California.
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California
Calife
Thany
Citi
Land Ownership and Alien Land Laws Debate in California
The piece argues that land ownership by aliens prompts a shift toward home ownership and warns that alien ownership measures may abolish ownership altogether. It frames the issue as a Hobson's choice and links land questions to race politics, comparing to Lloyd George's question on birthright.
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Caliia
Hobson
California
Lloyd George
Great Britain
American Motor Cars Gain Ground in Australian Market
The British commissioner in Australia notes strong competition from American made motor cars across price ranges up to 2400 dollars. U S exports of motor cars and parts rose from 950 thousand dollars in 1902 to 25.7 million in 1912 while UK and French exports fluctuated, with France rising early then declining and England increasing imports of US cars, including higher priced models.
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Australia
England
United Kingdom
France
United States
Fashionable women wear suspenders on skirts
The article notes that fashionable women are adopting suspenders on skirts. it questions whether their husbands will have time to sew on the required buttons.
New York Golfer Accused Of Ethics Violation
A New York golfer faces ethics scrutiny after authorities allege he posed with both feet on the ground for a photograph, violating the sport’s code of conduct.
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New York
Hair Haul Linked to Seminary Fund in Cellar Find
New York authorities uncovered hair valued at $100000 stored in a cellar. The discovery is tied to funds for a female seminary, raising questions about origin and purpose.
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New York
Pie blamed for ruining lives by Boston psychologist
A Boston psychologist argues that pie has ruined thousands of lives, a claim framed as a humorous soundbite about appetite rather than politics or maternal baking. The remark toys with metaphor to critique dietary culture.
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Boston
Mother
Quips and Cranks and Wanton Wiles
An eclectic clipping mixes political satire with a humorous travelogue piece. It lampoons democratic congressmen and office seekers, then shifts to a quip about a Sacramento club steward hiring a Maryland cook for humor and regional cuisine. The brief ends with a dated Popular Magazine quotation.
Justice With a Vengeance
A broker recalls J. Pierpont Morgan amid a money trust probe. He says the investigation harmed him and compares it to a street jury trial where a mob dictates a verdict, concluding with a mock hanging tally.
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J. Pierpont Morgan
Money Trust
Quick wit saves sight in sight gag with Wilson
In a lively talk Woodrow Wilson kept his glasses perched near his nose. A man teased that the spectacles were almost on his mouth. Wilson replied that it was deliberate so he could see what he was talking about.
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Woodrow Wilson
Mr. Wilson
China’s Wu Ting-Fang Answers About China’s Role
Wu Ting-Fang, noted former Chinese ambassador, wrote to a Washington lady about China’s stance if great powers clash. He used a fable of six dogs fighting over a bone to illustrate that the bone itself does not fight, suggesting China would stay out of power struggles unless directly involved.
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Wu Ting-Fang
Washington
Chinese Republic
China
China Plans Aircraft Fleet to Normalize Population
An article argues China will develop a large aero plane fleet aiming to adjust population levels toward normal proportions over time.
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China
New York Lawmaker Proposes City Cut Tax
A New York legislator suggests taxing all city cuts. If every cut is taxed, no other taxes would be needed.
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New York
Taft Eludes Focus In Quiet Golf Scoring Day
Mr Taft posted steady scores as attention on his play remained light with modest results noted in local coverage.
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Mr. Taft
Bran dies and Moscowitz to speak on The Preferential Union Shop
Boston May 2 Louis D Bran dies and Henry Moscowitz will speak before the Boston City club tonight on The Preferential Union Shop.
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Boston
Louis D. Brandies
Henry Moscowitz
Boston City Club
Blood Disease Cures Promised by S S S Remedy
A Swift Specific Co brochure touts S S S as a revolutionary vegetable blood purifier. It claims to curb diseases caused by germs from public places and offers free mail order information from 137 Swift Building Atlanta Georgia.
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Swift
Swift Specific Co
Atlanta
SS. S
Delegates Named for International Suffrage Congress Budapest
The National American Woman Suffrage Association announced delegates to the International Suffrage Alliance Congress in Budapest June 15 to 20. Named are Dr Anna Howard Shaw, Jane Addams, Mrs J T Bowden, Mrs Stanley McCormack, Mrs Henry Villard, Mrs O H P Belmont, Miss Runtz Rees, Mrs Crystal Hastman Benedict, Mrs Emma B Sweet, Mrs William Tod Helmuth, Mrs Frederick Nathan, and Miss Anna Maxwell Jones. Also noted is Spokane activist Elizabeth D Christian’s itemized lobbying expense bill of 170 dollars at the Washington state capitol, highlighting concerns about expense accounting practices by lobbyists.
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International Suffrage Alliance
Budapest
Anna Howard Shaw
Penn
Jane Addams
J. T. Bowden
Illinois
Stanley McCormack
Massachusetts
Henry Villard
O. H. P. Belmont
New York
Runtz Rees
Connecticut
Crystal Hastman Benedict
Wisconsin
Emma B. Sweet
William Tod Helmuth
Frederick Nathan
Anna Maxwell Jones
Texas
Elizabeth D. Christian
Spokane
Washington State Capitol
Women’s Democratic Club
On the High Iron Bridge a deadly meet with Joe Montgomery
Marshall Langham confronts Joe Montgomery on the High Iron Bridge after weeks of fear over the North case and General Herbert. Langham realizes his safety hinges on the momentary appearance of Herbert while Montgomery keeps vigil, threatening Langham's tenuous control and future vengeance.
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Gilmore
Herberts
Columbus
Thompson
Langham
Elizabeth
Tlangham
Iron Bridge
Joe Montgomery
Mr. Montgomery
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Joe
Doctor Advises and Home Remedies Column
Readers submit medical questions with Dr. Lewis Baker offering general guidance. Cough relief, indigestion, nervous fatigue, obesity care, constipation cures and an old remedy for bed-wetting are proposed, with specifics on dosage and preparation for each condition.
Alfred Noyes Seeks Understanding Of His Poetic Life
The New York Tribune reports Alfred Noyes explains his poetry provides a modest competence not Carnegie or Rockefeller class. Mrs Blanco questions a daughter about paying attention to a starving poet as the girl defends him as not ordinary, writing poetic advertisements.
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Alfred Noyes
New York
Carnegie
Rockefeller
New York Tribune
Springtime Story Prompted Al bany Talk on Retaliation
Gov. Suizer spoke in Albany about a political move described as a shrewd act of retaliation. The remark compared a neighbor who refused to lend a Blackstone library book to a lawyer who would not lend a hose, illustrating guarded resources and local power dynamics.
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New York Tribune
Amiel Diary Reflections on Three Points of View
A brief excerpt discusses three perspectives on existence. The second view is described as improbable and horrible, the first appeals to stoic calm, and the third alone offers joy according to Amiel.
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Amiel
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