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Newspaper
Lewiston Daily Teller
Location
Lewiston, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Mar 07, 1901
Page
4
The Lewiston Teller edited by G. A. Forxsman lists weekly subscription rates for six months three months and one year pricing. It indicates delivery by mail and that the newspaper is entered at the Lewiston Postoffice as second class mail matter.
A critical yet nonpartisan view of McKinley’s inauguration praises the peaceful transfer of power and the will of the people as the essence of democracy. It notes his unique presidency, nonpartisan ceremony, and the symbolism of the moment while criticizing the Idaho speaker Glenn P McKinlay and referencing suffrage debates, immigration, and a Kansas dry spell inspired alfalfa liquor.
Glenn P. McKinlay, the bay speaker of the Idaho legislature, faces strong criticism for poor parliamentary knowledge and attempts to overrule established house rules. The critique labels him unworthy of the honor and highlights repeated disregard for procedural norms.
The Senate demands on Cuba are praised as aligning with the Cuban need for order and the Monroe doctrine. Gen Gomez supports longer American troop presence, while a conservative Cuban press favors continued American guidance to prevent chaos. The Globe Democrat notes educated Cubans will likely back the guarantees for safety and mutual interests.
The piece argues that Americans and Europeans aiding the enemy in the Philippines compromise protection for commerce and persons. It notes British actions in Afghanistan and Indian arms supplied by post traders, framing both as dangerous precedents in civilized versus savage conflict. The author criticizes complicity despite U.S. shelter.
The passage condemns violence and treachery by Europeans and Americans alike, urging severe punishment for proven offenders. It notes a Manila merchant who betrayed the flag and questions political partisanship, while describing the planned naval station at Subic Bay north of Manila with deeper harbor for docking and repairs.
Discussion notes how direct election of senators could curb minority control, cites cotton export values, Civil War documents cost, and references to Carrie Nation’s saloon closures in Kansas. Mentions Ex-Senator Gorman and Maryland governor's extra session aimed at reelecting him, portraying partisan maneuvers in Washington and Annapolis.
Idaho critics condemn fusion politics as surrendering democracy to populism after McKinlay's appointment as speaker. Daily displays of incapacity fuel sober citizens' open condemnation and heighten concerns over high honors and the fusion coalition.
A woman who could not swim fell from a pier while her friend boasted of skill. Five men leaped in to rescue her, spending the day reviving her as the bystanders and swimmer watched. The tale ends with the moral that distress proves the value of skill.
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