Political turmoil over bond issue and executive power in 1904
Friday November 23 1904 reports rising Democratic opposition to President Cleveland over a bond issue and perceived overreach. Debates center on Treasury Secretary Carlisle's statements and whether Congress should authorize or consult on the financial move. Critics argue diplomacy toward China and Japan risks war and U.S. policy shifts undermine congressional authority.
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Congress
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Carlisle
Representative Hooker
Miss
Bern
Treasury Department
Treasury
Glavelands
China
Japan
Cleveland Park Vii
Senate
Il Fg
Gresh Critain Lucuyse
Russia
John Tull
Serenity Grestans
Mr. Cleve- Janes
Tate
Chiveland
Brian Inudle
New Quarter Master General Named in Wisconsin
The Wisconsin governor elect Upham appoints Oscar B Zwietusch Maj Fourth Regiment as quartermaster general. A praised choice with strong military record and wide business ties, he becomes the youngest ever to hold the post at age 20. The adjutant general and Zwietusch are described as on friendly terms with broad support from National Guard members and leading business figures. Mrs Loase travels to Start 1 News paper in Kansas as part of unrelated note.
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Mie
Upham
Oscar B. Zwietusch
Wisconsin
Maj
Zwietusch
National Guard
Tse
Lake Superior Ship Canal survey progress report
A White Birch dispatch in the Evening Wisconsin says Maj Sears engineers have nearly finished a preliminary survey for a proposed 22 mile waterway from Lake Superior through White Birch to the Mississippi River. The project, funded by Congress at 10,000 dollars, would raise water levels and add locks, with total cost potentially exceeding 60 million.
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White Birch
Wisconsin
Maj
Sears
Congress
Divide
Gulf of Mexico
Tower of Taal Superior
St. Crum
St. Croix Lake
Chang Hbil
Prescott
Bad Effect of Bonds Noted in Madison Democrat
The Madison Democrat argues that government bonds drain money from productive industries, arguing bonds fail to revive business and drive capital into safer government issues rather than profitable investments. It warns reckless labor agitation and political demagogues push buyers to government bonds despite insecurity and poor return.
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Smpu
Tabor
Madison Democrat
Bikes And Wheels Market Rumors Reported In Kaukauna
A Kaukauna Times item outlines rumors of rent reductions and new bicycle wheel models. It notes price points around $50 to $100 for top wheels, claims future wheels will surpass current models, and emphasizes durability and lightness as key goals for upcoming designs.
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Dieyele
Regal
St Son
Picus
Externos
Dan
J. Ubas
President Cleveland Injured in Ankle Incident
Fragmented report notes President Cleveland suffered a sprained ankle after stepping on a stone near Woodley Street. The account mentions Provident Cleveland and city streets, with unclear references to health and timing but confirms the injury occurred during a walk or routine outing.
Mayer Upham Victory Margin Estimated at Wy leash
Early estimates place Mayer Upham with a broad majority, around 39,000 votes, over all rivals. Analysts anticipate a substantial plurality near this mark, with early returns suggesting a decisive lead over Peok.
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Tis
Mayer Upham
Peok
Income Tax Debate from 1798 Britain Sparks Unequal Burden
The text discusses Britain's first proposed income tax on November 20, 1798, as described by historian Allison. It argues the tax would be the most unequal burden, hitting landed proprietors, merchants, professionals, and the young and old differently, eroding capital accumulation and savings while advantaging capitalists and large landowners.
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Great Britain
Allison
Hever
A Little War of Tariffs Echoes in Trade Debates
The Minneapolis Tribune notes a tariff dispute between the United States and Germany. It cites Pie Wilson-Gordon law as drawing the U S into tactics with Germany,, highlighting export gains and discriminatory duties. It mentions Olney opposing Germany with new duties affecting German commerce and American cattle and meats.
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United States
Germany
Harrison
Olney
Iran
Minneapolis Tribune
How The New Tariff Works at Meh C Foster Lumber Co
Meh C Foster Lumber Co of Pairchild, owner of a large buckwheat mill in Wisconsin, has paid 80 cents per bushel through Nov 1. A Candian firm telegraphed that under the new law buckwheat can be delivered at 60 cents per bushel. They ordered five carloads, with 20,000 more planned if satisfactory, and have hay prices from the same firm lower than domestic costs.
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Meh. C. Foster Lumber Company
Pairchild
Wisconsin
Wilich
York State campaign expenses reveal large sums in New York politics
The NY law requires candidates to file campaign expense statements. Senator Hill reports four thousand dollars to the Democratic State Committee for general campaign costs plus smaller amounts for transportation typewriter use and personal expenses. Hugh J. Grant files for mayoral campaign expenditures totaling about seventeen thousand one hundred fifteen dollars and twenty six cents. Levi P. Marion responds.
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New York
Hill
Democratic State Committee
Hugh J. Grant
Tatamany
Levi P. Marion
Monument to Gen Jeremiah Rusk Erected at Viroqua Cemetery
A Vermont granite monument rising 42 feet with a 64 by 64 foot base and weighing 17 tons stands over Gen Jeremiah M. Rusk’s grave in Viroqua. The inscription notes his birth June 17, 1890, death, Civil War service with the 36th Wisconsin Infantry, brevet rank of colonel, later brigadier general, and roles as Wisconsin comptroller, congressman, governor, and U.S. Secretary of Agriculture.
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Jeremiah M. Rusk
Viroqua
Vermont
Jeremiah Mlaen Ruse
U.S
U.S. Vol. A Jgly. 1862, Ay Madi of the Sath Wis. Infantry
Salierechi
S.C
U.S. Wels
Wisconsin
Burrows and Houser Seek Assembly Roles in Madison
The Madison district elect Ceo Burrows overcame a Democratic majority to become a candidate for speaker of the assembly. Walter Houser of Mondovi would be a strong choice for chief clerk, with the Advocate praising his qualifications and urging support.
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B. Burrows
Madison
Assembly
Mer. Burrows
Meture
Walter Hotser
Mondovi Merald
Houserig
Cuarberioud
Dr Price’s Cream Baking Powder World Fair Medal
Fragmented notices describe awards and promotions including a World’s Fair medal for Dr Price’s Cream Baking Powder. Also listed are scattered advertisements and notices about tours, tobacco cessation claims, lost and found items, land notices, and personal notices from Wis. containing names, dates, and locations. The text is a collage of early 20th century ad copy and classifieds with multiple entities including places and person names.
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Dr. Price
Sister of Gov Upham elected Colorado state officer
Mrs. A J Peevey, sister of Gov elect W B Upham, has been chosen Colorado state superintendent of public instruction. The Denver Republican praises her as the first woman elected to a Colorado state office and notes her husband died in the army while Upham is a Republican.
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W. B. Upham
A. J. Peevey
Colorado
Airs
Peavey
Ile Maj. Upham
Denver Republican
Peeve
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