Cannon In the Speaker's Chair A Broadminded Leader
The piece praises Mr Cannon as a broadminded, hard working speaker with twenty eight years in Congress. It notes his authority over appropriations and the respect he commands, while acknowledging opposition from rivals. It also discusses tariff debates, sugar industry interests, and Cuba’s desires in a careful, nonpartisan tone.
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Cannon
Henry Clay
James G Blane
Thomas B. Reed
Congress
Tius
Committee On
Hiiness
Joe
Illinois presidential candidate rising from Carmi Democrat
The piece argues James Williams of Carmi could unify Illinois Democrats and possibly gain the nomination, though it cautions the state is politically Republican and unlikely to carry a Democratic ticket. It notes Chicago factions Harrison and Hopkins backing Williams and questions national ticket prospects.
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Pines
Chicago
Harrison
Hopkins
Williams
Illinois
Mississippi
Cuban Reciprocity Treaty Push in President’s Message
The President argues strongly for a Cuban reciprocity treaty, stressing the United States owes Cuba due to past concessions and implied tariff obligations. He asserts clear American responsibility in advancing reciprocity and shaping tariff concessions in Cuba’s favor.
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Cuba
United States
Debate Over Panama Policy Divides Democrats on Attacks
The piece argues Democrats misread public mood on recognizing Panama’s de facto government after the U S Panama treaty. It praises Mr Herr for urging cautious, lawful action and notes calls in Congress to avoid attacks that could cost votes and split the party.
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Compress
Panama
New Republic
Oon
Herr
Sasso
United States
Colombia
Congres
Seon
Tenalle
Feore Noes
Timate
Oman
Lawmakers Brace for Busy Session on Cuban Treaty and New Mexico
The house opened with 700 private and miscellaneous measures on the agenda including pensions and the admission of New Mexico as a state. The record suggests a vigorous session ahead with major figures like Uncle Joe presiding over a packed calendar.
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New Mexico
Joe
Bryan’s Parting Shot Mirrors Party Strife
The article reports Senator Bryan’s sharp rebuke of President Cleveland before his Europe trip. He accuses Cleveland of basing democracy on watered stock and questions the sincerity of his party loyalty. The piece notes rising Democratic tensions ahead of the next election.
Bryan and followers demand free silver as test for democracy
The passage argues that Mr Bryan and his adherents will not back any ticket unless it includes free silver. It claims the people’s cause means Bryan’s principles, and that without them the Democratic national convention will split and threaten Cleveland’s ticket. It says this discord ruins any hope for a Democratic comeback.
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Bryan
Cleveland
Pay Increase Sought for Rural Carriers
Senator Cullom proposes raising rural mail carrier pay to 800 a year with an extra 200 for horse and wagon use. He argues equity with city carriers and calls the measure a matter of justice.
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Cullom
Protest Against Smoot in Senate Seat Challenge
The piece argues Smoot of Utah faces possible ouster over alleged polygamy and ties to a Mormon organization deemed treasonous. It compares risks to those facing anarchists and notes prior naturalization refusals and anti federal sentiment among some church members.
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Smoot
Utah
Senate
United States
Ship Subsidy Urged to Capture South American Trade
The national question of a ship subsidy is framed around expanding U S shipments to South America Asia and Africa. Secretary Shaw notes the United States earns less than ten percent of these regions foreign trade, a $1 billion annual market that could flow to America with proper shipping incentives. The piece argues subsidies could boost Atlantic and Pacific tonnage and trade volumes, noting current foreign and discriminatory freight rates hinder U S exports.
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Asia
Atlantic
Pacific
United States
South America
Europe
Shaw
Africa
Moline
Treasury Department
Subsidies and ships debate touches local workers and mills
The article discusses subsidies across sectors including Pacific railroads and newspapers, and argues a national subsidy for American ships could boost manufacturing towns like Moline. It notes a 9 million annual cap proposal, compares foreign subsidy costs, and cites the need for fair Senate consideration reflecting public petitions and moral questions.
Reciproc ity Debate Across Congress Sparks Tariff Discussion
The article notes a looming reciprocity debate in Congress tied to Blaine’s plan for non-competitive goods, favoring limited tariff cuts that avoid harming U S industry. It warns political timing around a presidential election will delay any changes this session.
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Congress
Blaine
Petitions Against Smoot Prompt Senate Debate
Senators Hoar Du Bois and Hale discuss petitions on Reed Smoot’s seating. Hoar calls petitions improper as judicial interference, Dubois defends rights to petition and cautions careful consideration, Hale argues the Senate reflects public sentiment and life of the people.
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Hoar
Dubois
Hale
Reed Smoot
Utah
Senate
Supreme Court
Mr Bryan’s warning on a divided democracy
The piece endorses Mr Bryan’s view that the Democratic Party cannot win with internal division and mixed national platforms. It argues unity is essential across states, warns of ongoing splits hurting hopes, and imagines a two ticket race as a Republican sideshow while Democrats clash over platforms.
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Bryan
Democratic Party
West
South
Kentucky
Maryland
Ryan
Kansas City
Money of the country grows as west banked up
The article reports E E Morgan’s claim that Oklahoma banks are flush with money, signaling Western farmers and workers now supply liquidity for crops and finance. It notes rapid Western growth, rising Southern taxation values, and expanded mills, with Wall Street facing a stock panic as the West thrives.
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E E Morgan
Oklahoma
Wall Street
West
Oklahomas
Morgan
Uth
Atreet
Esate
Real Money Power Lies With Western and Southern businessmen
Wall Street was astonished to learn that lasting influence did not come from money alone but from the real power held by business men and farmers of the west and south. The passage notes this shift as beneficial for the nation.
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Wall Street
England's Protective Progress and the Tariff Debate
A commentary on England's shift from free trade to potential protective tariffs. It notes six years of tariff operation, rising prosperity, and questions from younger English voices about adopting protection. The piece contrasts past Free Trade triumphs with current global competition and hints England may eventually reimpose duties.
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England
Patriots Above Party Split Senate Over Canal Treaty
Democratic senators debated advancing a Panama canal treaty while some urged a Nicaragua Costa Rica route. Bacon and others signaled support for a treaty if offered, highlighting patriotism over procedural fights and signaling southern support for the canal amid bloc tensions.
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Gorman
Nicaragua
Costa Rica
Bacon
Panama
Senate
Louisiana
Gulf
South
Teller
Dubois
Break in Chicago street railway sympathy strike contract
The engineers and firemen of Chicago street railways sympathetic to conductors and motormen violate a year old agreement not to strike. The action is described as breaking principles of fair play and undermining trust in future labor accords amid ongoing labor tensions.
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Chicago Street Railways
Walons. Ag
Honor of unions cited in anthracite strike article
The piece argues unions must honor their contracts with operators and refrain from sympathy strikes. It states that employers rely on union integrity to uphold agreements and that breaking pledges undermines trust and future negotiations. It notes the need for arbitration only if all parties respect contracts.
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Mitchell
Chronicle critiques and internal party tensions over policy
The Chronicle criticizes the president and notes internal conflicts within the Democratic press. It argues editors should balance attacks with respect for congressional voices and acknowledge the president is not fully wrong on policy.
Fragmentary OCR Note Echoes Anger Over Election
The readable text hints at political tension and anger surrounding an election. Names, dates, and places are unreadable, leaving a vague sense of public grievance and possible protest. The fragment lacks concrete details to identify people or events.
Coal Valley Notes Move From Mine Incident To Local Happenings
Fritz Krapp remains seriously injured from the mine accident that claimed Iva Meredich, while Charles Swanson estimates costs for a granitoid walk from the Nita rest depot to the Peoria depot. A grand ball is planned at the Coal Valley opera house on Thanksgiving Eve, with the Orion orchestra to play.
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Fritz Krapp
Iva Meredich
Charles Swanson
Gust Ed & Sons Contractors
Moliits
Coal Valley
Nita
Peoria
Dave Kuehl
Joe Ziegler
Dave Swadk
Wm Paul
ColSe’ Valley Opera House
Orion
Albert Ed
Oline
Hutchinkop
Segi
Charles A. Swanson
Moline
Nitz
and & Peoria
Roth Island
Bridge Committee
Bridgoss
S Creek
Local real estate sale and community notes from Carbon Cliff
John O'Brien sold his house now occupied by John Hassan to Mr. Nelson who will not move in until March. Mrs. J. Sharp of Rock Island visited Silvis. Silvis notes a large boarding house and several dwellings built for miners. A box social at the schoolhouse netted fifty five dollars for the library. Henry Krumbeck of spent visited Sunday. Phelps works on the canal near Colona as engineer. Moline
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Carbon Cliff
John O’brien
John Hassan
Nelson
Henry Krumbeck
Mr. Phelps
Colona
Mrs Winslow’s Soothing Syrup Ad Promises Relief
A nineteenth century advertisement touts Mrs Winslow’s Soothing Syrup as a remedy for teething pains in children. The copy claims it calms gums, soothes the child, and relieves colic and diarrhea, priced at 25 cents per bottle and sold by druggists worldwide.
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Winslow
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Chronicle
Missouri
Advic
Oport
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