First of Reforms to End Political Corruption
A call for voters to unite with Democrats to end tariff protected trusts influence. The piece argues corruption stems from corporations funding campaigns and favors, urging tariff reform and strict corporate control to reduce contributions and influence on elections. It cites Harriman and Roosevelt era funds as evidence and urges a revenue based tariff to curb abuses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Taft
Harriman
Roosevelt
New York
Reform cry amid tariff clash and trust critique in Seattle sermon
A long denunciation of tariff trusts dominates the piece, arguing tariffs fund trust profits and raise prices. It notes wage and price fluctuations hurt workers, farm prices and wool profits, and urges retrenchment. Interleaved are satirical quips about religion and a flamboyant Seattle preacher’s weeklong visit with controversial sermons.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wool Trust
Monopoly Fostering Republican Policies Spark Debate
The piece argues that Republican policies have fostered monopoly and that reducing special privileges could curb future dominance. It contends political corruption would lessen if privileges are crushed, forecasting a shift away from cronyism.
Cowboy Preacher Uses Blunt Plain-Speaking Salvation
Samuel S. Bettes known as the Cowboy Preacher preached at the Volunteers of America mission in Seattle. He used forceful language to mock various denominations, boasting he could hog-tie any Methodist and deliver caustic epigrams while a mixed crowd, drawn by signs and uproar, listened to his harsh gospel.
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Seattle
Bettes
Curiogrity Box
Tonger
United States
Texas
Wash
Volunteers of America
Samuel S. Bettes
Presbyterian Church
Defiance Starch Speeds Home Laundry Results
Fatigued expression notes home laundry issues with stiff starch. It claims Defiance Starch provides stronger hold allowing thinner application, keeping fabric appearance and wear quality intact.
Summer Starch and Merry Widow Purchases Highlight Day
Mr Jug eins and Mrs Juceins discuss summer bills for fine white goods. They name Merry Widow items totaling 99.90 and jokes about an old straw. The ad promotes Defiance Starch as safe for fine fabrics and a strong stiffener requiring less product for a perfect finish.
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Mr. Jugeins
Mrs. Juceins
Lottie
Ella
Mamie
Slander and Satire in Butcher Shop Tale at Toledo Blade
The Toledo Blade reports a quip filled item about slander with characters Squazzs Squaggs and Squiges. A dog seen licking chops sparks customers leaving as explanations unfold.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lonsler
Squaggs
Longley
Squiges
Toledo Blade
Smokers Value Lewis' Single Tinder Cigar Grade
An advertisement from Lewis' Factory Peoria MM touts the quality value of Lewis' Single tinder cigar, appealing to smokers seeking a reliable smoke and dealer support from the Peoria based outlet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lewis’ Factory
Peoria
Ill
The Contented Man Defies Social Labels
A terse reflection suggests that a man who is thoroughly contented may be seen as a bore or a tramp by others, implying society’s discomfort with genuine satisfaction and independence in daily life.
Fragmentary ad lines mix humor and remedies from 19th century print
The page presents a collage of ad snippets and quips including amateur dressmaking woes, a teething syrup claim, a caution about wasting time, cigarette branding, a proverb about ill will, a feet aid product, and a druggist note. It reads as an eclectic historical advertisement fragment from a newspaper.
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Tim
Democratic Party
Samuel
Castoria
Astoria
Chas. H. Fletcher
Exptiny A
F. Gerald Blattner
Buffalo, N. Y
Gustave A. Eisengraeber
St. Paul
Minn
J. Dennis
St. Louis
Philadelphia
J. E. Simpson
Chicago
R. CL. Eskildson
Omaha
Neb
L. R. Robinson
Kansas City
Edwin F. Pardee
New York City
N. B. Sizer
Brooklyn
N. Y
Milton
Allen
Zenote Draggist
A.S. Olmsted
le Roy
Stimple
Dodds Kidney
Inis
Guar
Carters
Liberty Music ,Co
St. Louis Avenue
St. Louis, Mo
Thompson
A.N. K
Kali Works
Monadnock Building
New Y York
Nessau Street
Atlanta
Candler Fguilding
DRS
Thornton & Mimnor
Oak ST
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