Foraker Opposes Roosevelt Rail Rate Policy in Ohio Rally
The Ohio convention endorsed Roosevelt while praising Senator Foraker for leading the Senate opposition to the railroad rate measure. Foraker delivered a lengthy, vehement speech against the bill, facing pressure from party allies and facing opposition to statehood for Arizona and New Mexico. The piece also recalls Cuba reciprocity debates and party dynamics in Congress.
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Congress
Ohio
Theodore Roosevelt
Joseph Benson Foraker
Senate
United States
Senator Foraker
Roosevelt
Washington
Foraker
Alleghany Mountains
Mark Twain
Arizona
New Mexico
Ohio State Convention
Cuba
Spain
Earth
Senate of
State Department
House of Representatives
House
Ways and Means
Senate Battles Over Cuban Reciprocity Bill And Army Reading
The piece details Senate fights over the Cuban reciprocity bill after House passage, with Cullom and Aldrich contending for control. It notes House spending debates on army reading material, defending military libraries and a slip about Wilkie Collins. It closes with Dixie residents nominated for confirmation in the Senate.
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House of Representatives
House
Navy
Treasury
Indiana
Hull
Iowa
House Committee On
War Department
Wilkie Collins
Hoosier
Dismuke
Dink Botts
Senate
Dixie
Tilman Bunch
Lovick Pinkston
Epaminondas Bigler
Reform of Central Reserve aims to meet national currency needs
The president endorses a proposed Central Reserve system as a means to unify currency reform. He notes pivotal shifts since 1907, with broader support developing for a central agency to mobilize credits, ensure safety and elasticity, and improve bank reserves. The plan distributes shares, caps holdings, and avoids political or NY banking dominance while inviting bankers, business men and officials to govern.
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New York State Bankers' Association
National Currency Commission
New York
Central Reserve Association
Tea-Caddy as Practical Antiques for Daily Use
Collectors prize tea-caddies as relics of the past that still serve today. Smaller caddies become cigar and cigarette boxes, while larger ones make fine work boxes, card boxes, or containers for string and odds ends. Some even serve as jewel boxes or holders for love letters.
The Irony of Fate Recurring in Debt Tales
A cheerful debtor recalls a Chicago episode where a money order for 25 dollars could only be identified by a man to whom he owed 30 dollars. This anecdote, cited by Youth's Companion, frames fate as ironical amid lingering debts and old creditors.
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Chicago
Birds of a Feather Bring Together Oriole and Cardinal
A brief note describes two birds, the oriole and the cardinal, meeting together in a late gathering, illustrating a proverb about kinship and companionship. The scene emphasizes natural patterns and social harmony among birds.
Playing Politics in Taft Tariff Session
The New York Sun criticizes the extra session called by President Taft to pass the Canadian reciprocity bill. It argues Democrats rushed bills without senate backing, compares free list and wool bills, and says there was no serious tariff reform and no real opposition from new members.
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Taft
Senate
New York Sun
Hint From the President on Tariff Board Wording
The note urges Democrats in Congress to amend tariff schedules to match national wishes. If they heed the hint, they act in the country’s interest. if not, they risk self-conviction for political maneuvering. The warning implies danger in passing a fake tariff bill to pursue the presidency.
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Congress
Tariff Board
Tariff Working Well Says Treasury Surplus Rising
The article notes the Payne tariff operates satisfactorily and that the treasury surplus increases. It cites a favorable trade balance expected to reach 500 million dollars for the fiscal year ending June 30, 1911, despite Democratic claims of a deficit.
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Treasury
No Lowering of Standard in Wage Compare
An investigator notes French girls earn 25 to 35 cents daily for work while American girls receive 1 to 1.50 dollars. He warns that moving toward European wage levels through reciprocity or other means would strike a hard blow to the American standard of living.
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France
Readjusting Wool Duties Garners Caution From Industry
With millions of dollars and vast operatives in wool manufacturing, industry leaders urge caution in any duty readjustment. They warn radical legislation could damage a crucial economic sector and call for careful, measured policy.
Treasury surplus climbs as exports surge amid tariff abuse
The treasury reports a surplus above 11 million dollars at week’s end excluding canal costs as exports reach new highs. Officials face sharp criticism over tariffs tied to these gains and the public dispute over tax policy intensifies.
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Treasury
Republican doctrine on protection for all industries
A political summary quotes the St. Louis Globe-Democrat calling the Republican creed inclusive of every industry and locality, arguing protection should be adequate for all important sectors without sectional or vocational bias.
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St. Louis Globe-Democrat
Misplaced tariffs sharpen farmers memory in Missouri
Missouri farmers, warned by a past Democratic tariff, confront renewed tariff talk that would shape prices and ownership. The piece notes that prior policy left many sheep and sheep-related holdings undervalued, urging recollection of previous market impacts.
Democrats Push Anti Imperialism Aimed at 1920 Philippine Grant
The Indianapolis Star notes Democratic lawmakers in Congress raise anti imperialist rhetoric to win support for a 1920 deadline on Philippine independence. It argues independence for colonies is incompatible with a union and cites Canada Australia Texas Hawaii Alaska and Porto Rico to mock the claim.
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Congress
Philippine Islands
Cline
Canada
Australia
Texas
Hawaii
Alaska
Porto Rico
Indianapolis Star
Regulation of the Trusts and future trust prosecutions
The article argues the government will likely pursue more anti trust cases against major interstate corporations. Public exposure of trust methods could push Congress to regulate and potentially revoke federal charters. Trusts face a choice between fair conduct or destruction as reform via publicity and court action continues.
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Steel Trust
Courts of Law
Congress
Could Not Survive Free Trade
The Tiffin Tribune contends free trade would devastate most U S industries. Even if a few large firms endure, the majority and smaller businesses would struggle against foreign cheap labor, proving protection essential to prevent a prolonged economic downturn.
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Grant
No Reckless Tariff Revision
The author argues against hasty tariff changes and urges gradual, reasoned reductions. He contends that both Republicans and Democrats will revise only with care to avoid hurting essential industries, and that duties should be adjusted where no longer needed without disrupting business.
Colonel Bryan Presses Democrats for Lincoln Area Candidates
The article notes Colonel Bryan remains active in endorsing Democratic presidential hopefuls. It suggests some observers believe he would only back a candidate from near Lincoln Nebraska, reflecting his high scrutiny.
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Bryan
Lincoln
Neb
Hearst weighs Taft or Democratic run for president
The article notes that Mr Hearst has not yet decided whether to back Taft or seek the Democratic nomination himself and suggests a horoscope read might influence him.
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Hearst
Taft
Rope in Tariff Rippling Session Invoked by Opposing Party
In a sharp editorial line the St. Louis Globe-Democrat criticizes an ineffective party maneuver on tariff policy predicting it will backfire and push the legislation into an extra session even if brief.
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St. Louis Globe-Democrat
Democrats' Only Concern Exposed by National Wrecking
The Democratic majority in the House is accused of caring only for cheap foreign products, ignoring American producers workers and industry. It argues consumers sit at the center while labor and capital must earn purchasing power.
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House of Representatives
Clark men in congress push southern free list
The Buffalo News notes that all items on the free list proposed by the Clark group in Congress pertain to the South. It argues this aligns with southern majorities in the House who seek to advance their regional interests.
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Buffalo News
Bryan Declines 1912 Candidacy Shocks Democrats
William Jennings Bryan declares he will not seek the 1912 nomination. The move unsettles old Democrats who have clung to the party since 1896 and let their whiskers grow in anticipation.
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William Jennings Bryan
Pretty summer house garments for the thrifty home seamstress
The article outlines simple, cool summer styles for women’s wear and how to sew or buy dainty garments. It highlights a bedroom kimono, discreet day gowns, and dainty sacques, with material ideas from inexpensive curtain muslins to bold silkolines.
French Knots Return as Beading Alternative
The article notes French knots replacing beads in voile blouses and marquee patterns. It gives step by step instructions: thread the needle, twist the silk two or three times with the left hand, reinsert near the entry point, tighten to secure the knot.
Materials that are Used in Tailored Suits
Combinations of materials dominate tailored suits showing petticoats under tunic skirts. Jackets and tunics use one material while collars cuffs and reverses use a second. Black velvet facings on light suits and blue serge with black satin are highlighted.
Sling Sleeve Fashion Revives Medieval Top Coats
The satin or crepe de chine top coat features a wide sling sleeve and wide cuff. Reversible cloth with bold color contrasts shows both sides of the satin. The style echoes medieval garments while remaining modern in scale and material.
Pretty Ribbon Bedroom Slippers Offer Fancy Craft
The article explains making ribbon bedroom slippers from wool or felt wadded satin soles, with four inch ribbon, an elastic instep, and a rosette. It advises strong ribbon, silk or satin lining, and matching lining to sole color, noting a narrow hat elastic for the instep and tailored stitches throughout.
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