Labor as foundation of civilization and virtue
A reflective essay extols labor as essential and honorable, arguing productive work underpins all wealth and progress. It contrasts meaningful labor with mere hoarding and discusses how greed, misused power, and encroachment threaten peace, urging that those who earn plenty should use it wisely.
First American labor parliament organized in Washington
The United States government expands labor welfare through the bureau of labor and immigration service. Labor leaders meet with White House officials for policy discussions. A government funded emergency first aid hospital opens at the government printing office for injured workers.
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Labor Day Tribute to Honest Work and Rights
The passage celebrates labor in America, noting a gradual victory of organization and greater justice. It argues for an equitable division of labor’s fruits, peaceful cooperation between labor and capital, and honors the rights of workers on the national holiday.
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Wisconsin and Taft tariff stance provoke Tory challenge
The Milwaukee Journal and Harper's Weekly praise tariff legislation while attacking Wisconsin special interests. Isaac Stephenson is accused of false pretenses in a bid for the long Senate term, voting with the coal trust and opposing La Follette, with critics saying a Tory victory would worsen the state’s national representation.
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Wisconsin
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Taft
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Public call to action against big money in state politics
A columnist urges widespread public outrage against the influence of Big Money in a steamy Wisconsin primary campaign. They condemnStephenson and warn voters must confront corruption, pledging that the state legislative committee should prosecute all wrongdoers to the full extent of the law.
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United States Senate
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Beach Visitor Seeks Savvy Young Millionaire
A Kansas City Journal item notes a summer girl at the beach seeking a young man with $200 saved up. She recalls meeting a millionaire last season who did not buy her ice cream, and asks for an introduction to someone similar.
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Kansas City Journal
Woman Seeks Truth in Dress and Destiny
A woman learns a gown fits only when another woman declares it so. A young girl pursues prominence through marriage, seeking status and recognition.
Cook Tourist Claims North Pole Discovery
The song mockingly questions Captain Cook’s claim to have found the North Pole, noting he must prove it and that locals doubt any land at the pole. A St Paul Dispatch piece cites a Sedalia Missouri native’s skeptical stance and hints at audience participation with the chorus.
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Missouri
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Comet Driver Flies Belt as Speed Lists Up West Branch
Art Henry takes P. Mulqueen for a ride in the Comet beyond Mansion House. Henry engages the high speed clutch on macadam as they head toward the West Branch, Mal alarms at the reckless start, while Mulqueen expects a calm spin.
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Mansion House
P. Mulqueen
Henry
Joy ride ends as passenger walks home after cap prank
Henry stops the car when Mulqueen shouts he lost his cap. Mulqueen retrieves it from under his coat and waves it, then declares he will walk home, leaving Henry to douse the joy ride and regret abandoning his horse.
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Mal
Bradford Star
Aerial Bird Symbol Sparks Varied Reactions Across Birds
An airship soars while a chain of birds comments from dawn to night. The eagle calls it a wonderful bird and a symbol of battle, the dove sees peace, the owl praises science, and the hen doubts the creature can lay eggs.
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Washington Post
Trial Conduct Echoes Through Jury Deliberations
A Washington Herald quips on courtroom behavior with a jab at the ultra swell defendant. The exchange toys with how a lawyer’s demeanor might sway jurors during the trial.
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Washington Herald
Harveys Abroad Trip Ends With Toothbrush Forgetfulness
Harvey Worthington Loomis traveled to study music in France but grew homesick after two weeks. He booked a return voyage and came back to America. On arrival in Brooklyn his sister greeted him and he explained he had forgotten his toothbrush prompting the amused reaction.
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Harvey Worthington Loomis
France
America
Brooklyn
Harvey
Success Magazine
Actress Keeps Spin Despite Diamond Loss
The St. Louis Star notes an actress misplaced diamonds yet remains unfazed, as she still holds spades to play in life and career, a sign of fortunate resilience rather than misfortune.
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St. Louis
Little Lola's Ark Question From Grandpa
A child asks grandpa, in quirky phonetic dialogue, who was in the ark and why Noah was not invited. The anecdote appears in Lippincott's style.
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Lola
Ark
Lippincott
Thrilling tale from Santiago wallet of escapes
An Anskers recounts a dramatic escape as wolves close in during a perilous journey in Santiago. The narrator describes the chase, the fear of being overtaken, and his companion's anxious reaction as the pack nears, with a remark about the wolves’ close muzzles.
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Quip on Names and Marriage from Boston Transcript
In a brief exchange, Drake Watson jokes about love and identity. The dialogue twists with a misnaming refrain and a fateful rejection, ending with a wry remark about everyone knowing him.
Hidden Guest and Tense Night at Innes Hall
In a secluded house Rachel Innes confronts a wall hole mystery while a new cook arrives and suspicions rise about Halsey and a missing driver. Louise frantically searches for Halsey as a night of unseen dangers looms and detectives arrive to pursue answers.
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Mary Anne
Rosie
Matthew Geist
Miss Innes
Rachel Innes
Liddy
Halsey
Louise
Gertrude
Mr. Jamieson
Alex
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