Ely inquiry ends as hearings reveal socialist teachings
Madison Wisconsin August hearings into Ely's alleged treasonous writings reveal his stance on public ownership labor unions and government control. Witnesses discuss his books arguments and the impact on workers and politics while the committee weighs charges and power to proceed.
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Madison
Wis
Dh Bleu
Prof. Wells
U. W. Jobes
Euges
Col Bird
Els
Tracy
Tat Boscotts
Ely
Tan
Christ In Social Union
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Boscotts
Bly
Yen
Lelics
Rom
C. Ke Adaws
University of Wisconsin
Brown University
Law
Review of Reviews
Shlunk
Odle
W. A.prucy
Mundigow
Mr. Vreer
Uy Convern
Duim
Christian Social Union
Tracy Company
Social Union
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Peacy
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Insy
Muarghy
Dre Bly
Dee Bly
Hig
Flegio
Wang
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Vrain Ohgnowerd
Trs
Board of Resents
Ds. Ely
Art of conversation praised by critics and scholars
The article discusses conversation as an art, noting that America has many markers but few true conversationalists. It reflects on historical figures like Addison and Steele, contrasts broad knowledge with refined discourse, and cites opinion that great men of the present century focus on specialized work rather than broad conversational skill.
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America
Julinshn
le Wate
Addison
Steele
Palladelphia
Notable suspects held in Dallas in Baldwin murder case
Barton Jonas Lew Wesley and Stolkmer, charged with killing Eli Baldwin in Indian Territory, are in custody in Dallas, Texas. The report notes a coming speaker and family dialogue as context.
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Barton Jonas
Lew Wesley
Stolkmer
Eli Baldwin
Indian Territory
Dallas, Tex
Gorman and the Trust Over Duties in the Sugar Crisis
Fragmentary 19th century account describes the trust’s push to repeal coal and metal duties while raising the sugar tariff. President Cleveland’s stance is mixed, with Senate support seen as crucial to the deal. Critics warn of party dishonor if the measure passes.
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Goruiku
Gorman
United States
Bimaelt
Javalo
Congress
Chctso
Trust
Himhself
Senate
Arliel
Cleveland
Cheveland
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T ‘Vhs
Bi Lt
Heo
Ita
Ibn Dil
Aithunal Screem Jnapt
de Eto
Phe Sen
Sugay Trust
Inauguration Fallout Amid Democratic Tariff Clash
A year and a half after a new administration took power the Democratic Party faces a tariff bill seen as a betrayal by critics. The piece cites labor strife in Congress, party stalemate, and claims the bill burdens consumers while shielding trusts. It notes President Cleveland’s stance and letters from Democratic leaders questioning the measure despite party pressure.
Unclear dialogue on democracy and tariff pressure
Fragmentary speech notes show Mr. Cleveland advising Chalmah that democracy hinges on tariff policy. The speaker warns against abandoning democratic principles under stress whereas House Democrats allegedly yielded to necessity and abandoned principles.
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Cleveland
Chalmah
House
Perils of Labor and Politics in Early Industry Town
Silas Rockwell speaks of hard times in New Boyland. He recalls wage cuts, factory layoffs, and politicking amid a census driven economy. He contrasts past prosperity with present struggles, blaming politicians for bonuses while workers lose $10,000,000 daily.
A Democratic voter laments party failure and prosperity fears
In a candid overheard exchange, a man recalls family ties to New England offices and criticizes the Democrats for failing the nation by not embracing prosperity. He predicts the party will remain out of power for decades, arguing they forget what is good for the country and people.
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Salt
Mer
New
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Nylenbor Gage
Walt
eWell
Oalghuor Jones
Day
Republican rhetoric on reform and national progress
A reader denounces Democrats and praises Republicans, listing figures like Ave fanealu, Charles Sumer, Dick Yates, and G. Jones Blaine Gel G 3 Grant. The letter asserts Republicans drive industry while Democrats ruin laws, claiming Democrats lack reading and writing ability and desire for reform without understanding it.
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Pris
Fanealu
Charles Sumer
Dick Yates
Jones G
Blaine
Gel
Grant
Couse
Tom Seymour
Heinrici Angell
Hogs
Waite
Cas
Lakcor
Republican Party
Democratic
North Star
Black Week in Washington: Scandal Flows Unchecked
A Philadelphia Star correspondent recalls a “black week” in Washington with a flood of scandal. The piece notes President Cleveland’s letter to Wilson calling reform pledges betrayed by Democratic senators, calls for party fidelity, and critiques income tax, tariffs, and business interests linked to syndicate gain. It cites Gorinny’s testimony on a tariff bill, deprecates the income tax, and warns that free coal would enrich a Louisiana syndicate, hurting Pennsylvania industries. It frames the era as a political crisis with claims of corruption, influence, and favoritism affecting national policy and regional economies.
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Sulining
Mckiinley Duw- Times
Dew
Louisiana
Murphy
McPherson and
Smith
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Tripune Repj
Wilson
Philadelphia Star
American Uis
Washington
Donnson
Vongriss
Buvenis
Pennsylvania
Clevesland
Caudal Gilsen
Justice Volt
West
Dudia Islands
Peoucsen Barsely
Silens
Veturn
Pha Wiilsky Trust
Reform and fraud claims in New York election debate
A dated political screed argues that honest elections are blocked by fraud and that only ballot reform can end misgovernment and robberies. The speaker asserts white rule persists and Democratic reform is needed to curb fraud in elections.
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Lanisiday
Carswell
Persot
Gu Illand
Ove Uelshe
Bers
Logislaus
Victims of Smallpox Reported in Milwaukee
Milwaukee health department reports new smallpox cases including Henrich Gaulle age 5, Elsie Galoway 20, Edgar Buckelmueller 5, Charles Krause 4, Lita Kossow, age unknown, Eisie Baelje 16 months, Charles Gauike 18, Martha Kup Vn 9. Deaths listed from isolation hospital include Joseph Savek 6 and Joseny Weisseloustl 3.
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Milwaukee
Health Department
Henrich Gaulle
Richard Berkhols
Elsie Galoway
Edgar Buckelmueller
Charles Krause
Lita Kossow
Eisie Baelje
Charles Gauike
Martha Kup Vn
Joseph Savek
dJoseny Weisseloustl
Smallpox Case Reported in Wausau Victim Named
Wausau Wisconsin August 27 another case of smallpox reported the victim Mrs Robert Ohm whose husband runs a salvage business She is not expected to live
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Wausau
Wis
Robert Ohm
Monster Octopus Attacks Crew Near San Francisco Wharf
A giant octopus tangled the boat of Capt. Collins near Point Reyes harbor. Five men fought for life as the creature wrapped tentacles around the craft, finally dying after a desperate stab near the body with a boat hook. The monster measured about twenty five feet across with massive eyes and lifelike sinews.
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Finharmén’s Wharf
Ghartley Collin
San Francisco
Colling God Bia
Tim
Capt. Collins
Nicholas Ceze
John Zoga
John Colens
Erela Consendine
Point Reyes
Lelog
Jose
Dix
Pctopus
Wwe
Ike
A PESSIMIST. vames are getting better
Plodding Pete and Meanderp Mike banter about improvements in names and education, joking that business will pick up and people will find work, while a pessimist laments changes in pronunciation and perception.
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Pete
Mike
Beiter Considers Wordplay During Village Exchange
In a rustic exchange, Beiter ponders entering business, while Mrs Macphy notes caution about a missing boy. The dialogue hints at care and misfortune, with remarks on a boy's abilities and footing as visitors weigh options in a small community setting.
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