Editor Mease praised for Chautauquan work and political stance
The war editor’s criticism lingers as editor Mease’s daily Chautauquan gains esteem. The state board of equalization raised the Western Union assessment by 40000 to 223620. Topeka brimming with talk of the Independents and McKinley bill debates. Hay’s G A R appearance praised as ideal ex-presidential conduct.
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Chautauquan
State Board of Equalization
Westn Union Company
New York death penalty press ban tested by indictments
The constitutionality of the law forbidding publication of execution accounts is to be fully tested as editors of most New York City papers have been indicted. The clause aimed to shield the new method from sensational reports, yet full coverage may undermine its goal and hasten repeal despite potential press rights concerns.
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New York
New York City
Tillman Attacks Petter and Third Party Politics
South Carolina Congressman Tillman labels Senator Petter a back number and chicken thief for backing the third party and sub-treasury plan. He warns of assassins guarding the movement, claiming division within the Caucasian race. In the North the third party is seen as a reform agent, while Kansas leader Kelly gains attention for his move to third partyism and a varied public service record.
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Alliance
Tillman
South Carolina
Petter
Third Party
Hell
Kelly
Kansas
United States Land Office
Topeka
Internal Revenue
Kansas third party and Omaha politics noted in brief
The piece reflects on political shifts with references to a Republican congressman-elect who failed reelection to a Union Labor rival, Nebraska third party demoralization due to scarce offices, and local Kansas party reflections. It also mentions Hon J S Clarkson visiting President Harrison, a North Dakota elevator legislation muddle harming farmers, and Letcher Blade’s tenth anniversary with an expanded paper and strong local business coverage.
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State Board of Charities
Kelly
Kansas
North Dakota
Hand county Independents target state attorney
Rumors from Watertown and Rapid City districts suggest a need for scrutiny of the judiciary. In Hand county Independents are attempting to oust the state's attorney elected last fall, with all three parties embroiled in scandals, leaving no room for political capital to be made from the situation.
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Watertown
Rapid City
Opponents Seek New Restriction Plan Beyond Prohibition
The argument concedes prohibition failing in South Dakota and asks what alternative plan opponents can offer that a broad majority can accept. They insist any substitute must be entirely new, since current restrictions outside prohibition states are not more effective than prohibition itself.
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South Dakota
Prohibition
Major Hendershott Unmasked as Fraud in Detroit Encampment
The figure known as Major Hendershott, famed as the drummer boy for the Rappahannock and veteran of postal routes on the Milwaukee and Northern Pacific lines, was exposed at a Detroit encampment. It was proved he had stolen another man's thunder and drumstick reputation, destroying his previously inflated claims.
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Dakotas
Rappahannock
Milwaukee
Northern Pacific
Detroit
Exodus of thinking men from Republican to Democratic party grows
The St Paul Globe lists fourteen former Republicans now in the Democratic fold including Gov Campbell of Ohio Gov Boses of Iowa Gov Palmer of Illinois Gov Gray of Indiana and notable figures like Josiah Quincy Sherman Hoar and Carl Schurz The piece argues the shift has roots before seven years and questions claims of a late start, noting the continued strength of Republican leaders such as McKinley Reed and Bag.
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Boses
Iowa
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Illinois
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Indiana
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Josiah Quincy
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C F. Adams
Massachusetts
Lyman Trumbull
Carl Schurz
Frank Blair
J. R
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Sherman
Allison
Depew
McKinley
Reed
Manderson
Alger
Hawley
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Walcotts
Spooners
Pettigrews
Watertown editor clashes over tariff theory and facts
A letter criticizes the Argus-Leader editor for mixing revenue and protective tariff arguments. It challenges claims about wire nails pricing under tariffs, notes the McKinley bill’s free list expansion, and argues for true protection while warning against oversimplified economics.
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Watertown News
Argus-Leader
Dakota
A.L
U.S
Farmer's fiat talk sparks Third Party row in Minnesota
In a love feast, W I Farmer of Texas argued that government could stamp 75 cents of silver to 100 cents, drawing sharp fire from critics who call the idea un-American. The piece claims the silver dollar once held 92 cents of silver, warns against fiat standards, and cites Minnesota editors criticizing reformers and praising brisk editorial approach.
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W. I. Farmer
Texas
Echo
South Dakota Divorce Claim Sparks Statewide Debate
Judge Aiken endorses reform, noting fraudulent divorce attempts exploit lax laws. The remark warns against promoting South Dakota as a refuge for unhappy marriages and pledges tighter oversight to curb disreputable advertising.
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South Dakota
Aiken
Minnesota Exposition Opens on 26th. What About Our State Fair
The item notes the Minneapolis Exposition will open on the 26th and questions what measures are being taken for the state fair. It mentions visitor interest from the region and compares the two events in tone, urging timely preparations and local ambition.
Huron Citizens Claim Power Seen in Exhibitions
Huron residents claim to possess the same power as Annie Abbott, noting that if they had known last fall they might have carried whole counties for the capital, suggesting widespread belief in a remarkable ability.
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Annie Abbott
Chicago Fraud Attracts National Savings Scheme
Alfred Downing, N. H. Tollman and three clerks were arrested in Chicago as U S Marshals seized the National Capital Savings Building and Loan association office. Two men remain at large. investigators say the scheme swindled thousands nationwide of $200,000 to $350,000. The operation sold 50 cent shares with $11 monthly payments for 96 months, promising a $3,000 loan. Agents in many states promoted the scam, with activity strongest in Omaha Denver Des Moines Portland Me Galveston Olympia San Francisco and Minneapolis.
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Alfred Downing
N. H. Tollman
National Capital Savings Building and Loan Association of North America
Rookery Building
United States
Hitchcock
Allen
Charles
Milchrist
Downing
Tollman
Payne
Bartholomew
Wadley
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Des Moines
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Galveston
Olympia
San Francisco
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Philadelphia
Bradstreet and Dun
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Ohio
Pennsylvania
New York
Mississippi
Officials Implicated In Denver City Treasurer Fraud
A ten week investigation report to Mayor Rogers reveals Denver was defrauded about $26,148.45 during ex-City Treasurer Place’s administration. The scheme involved raising and altering bills for city supplies, implicating most of the old administration and several business figures. Grand jury action expected. Insurgents in New York express euphoria over possible victory in the South expedition with strong unity among Congressional leaders.
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Treasurer Place
Rogers
Place
Old City
Londoner
Grand Jury
New York
Herald
Iquique
Congressional Party
Boston City Bribery Arrest Of Contractor James A Colpon
Arrest reported after a contractor offered 10 percent of contract values to Carter the Superintendent of Streets for city work. Mayor authorized a warrant for James A Colpon of Charleston on the charge of attempted bribery in Boston Aug 12.
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Boston
Carter
James A. Colpon
Charleston
Grand Duke Alexis Arrives Quietly in Paris
Grand Duke Alexis of Russia lands in Paris with few onlookers, avoiding a formal reception. The Times reports the trip aims to signal to Germany that Russia is not fully committed to a Franco Russian alliance, explaining the delayed arrival before a planned demonstration.
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Paris
London
Grand Duke
Russia
Times
Germany
France
Lumber barge lost in gale near Wikt Island
Red River reports that during a heavy gale at Wikt Island the barge of 175000 feet of lumber aboard the steam tug Loxta Barge from Winnipac was lost. Three men barely escaped with their lives at West Selkirk Friday night.
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Winnipac
Red River
West Selkirk
Wikt Island
Train Wreck Near Briant Siding Claims Two Lives
A Grand Rapids and Indiana passenger train collided with a freight at Briant siding near Fort Wayne Indiana at 12:50 a.m. Engine No 45 overturned. Engineer Daniel Dick died at the scene. Fireman Thomas Brown initially survived but died at 6 a.m. The wreck left the other cars undamaged and passengers unhurt aside from shock.
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Indiana
Fort Wayne
Ind
Briant
Daniel Dick
Thomas Brown
Brown
Dynamite wrecks Kansas City home tied to jealous lover
Richard M Juvenal of Kansas City Kansas sees his residence blown apart by dynamite late at night. His wife, her sister Mrs Ricketts, and three children were inside. Mrs Ricketts suffered a scalp wound. Police suspect Miss Pfaffman, alleged former lover, who has not yet been located, as the motive and person seen entering and leaving the home minutes before the blast.
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Ansan City
Kansas City
Richard M. Juvenal
Kan
Juvenal
Miss Pfaffman
BALFOUR S IDEA Local government in Ireland argued
London Aug 12 Chief Secretary Balfour, in a Plymouth speech, outlined local government ideas to be enshrined in a bill for Ireland. He rejected Morley's small home rule view, citing sentiment and promises as reasons to grant councils control, warning against funding by unrepresented bodies becoming tyranny. He cleared opponents of obstruction motives.
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London
Plymouth
Balfour
Morley
England
Scotland
Mr. Balfour
Von der Ahe seeks ex Minneapolis players for St Louis
Aug 11. President Von der Ahe of the St Louis club telegraphed several players from the disbanded Minneapolis team seeking their services. He says there will likely be two leagues playing ball under the National agreement next season.
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Minneapolis
St. Louis
von der Ale
von der Ahe
Tornado Hit Causes Heavy Losses in Washburn Wis
Washburn Wisconsin August 11 loss totals from the Saturday afternoon tornado include 2000 on Professor Williams circus 3500 on J Froseth building and furniture 18000 on other buildings and 8000 on the Wisconsin Fuel Company coal dock.
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WashBurn
Wis
Professor Williams
J. Froseth
Wisconsin Fuel Company
No. 9 sewing machine boasts grand prize honor
A nineteenth century promotional piece extols Wheeler & Wilson No 9 and No 12 sewing machines. It describes polished oak appeal and universal usage from cabin to mansion. It notes the 1889 Paris Exposition Grand Prize for the No 9 family machine, the Legion of Honor for company president Nathaniel Wheeler, and calls for dealers and agents nationwide.
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France
America
Wheeler & Wilson
Nathaniel Wheeler
Moser Pye
Wheele
Wilson Mfg. CO
Chicago, Ill
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