Roosevelt and party rhetoric stir readers in Boston crowd
The writer mentions Parker listening to the Atkinson supporters in Boston and October providing favorable Republican weather. He denounces Roosevelt, questions Philippine statistics, and notes Tom Watson’s populist push. Penrose cites German Democrats in Tama County showing interest in Roosevelt and Fairbanks.
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E Dudge Parker
Atkinson
Boston
Penrose
Tua
Tama County
Roosevelt
Fairbanka
Dawsons Expected Victory Over Wade Amid Democratic Conceded Edge
A Davenport special notes that Albert F Dawson is favored to defeat Judge Wade with a probable 600 plurality in some Democratic circles. The piece contrasts Mugwump sentiment, Tribune support for Republicans, and the Chronicle’s stance as the era’s leading Chicago paper. It also critiques imperialism as a rallying cry and comments on Bryan, Parker, and voter mood.
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Davenport
Albert F.dawson
Wade
Dawson
Bryan
Judge Parker
Bishop Potter Praised by Saloonkeepers and Brewers
Bishop Potter becomes a popular figure among saloonkeepers and brewers who pass resolutions praising his stance. Critics argue he harmed his reputation by entering the saloon business and question his judgment given his clerical role.
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Bishop Potter
Enduring Hope Amid Russian Japanese War Carnage
The text reflects on the slaughter in the Russian Japanese battles, noting entire companies wiped out and tens of thousands killed or wounded. It argues peace could come from renewed effort and that homes ruined by war cry out for an end to the conflict without dishonor to either side.
Senator Allison Defends Republican Expenditure Policy in South Bend
In a South Bend address Senator Allison rebutted charges of extravagance by Mr. Parker. He argued public spending rises with national needs and that the legislative branch must fund government growth. He noted Cleveland's higher outlays versus Harrison and highlighted party votes for war with Spain and military expansion.
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Indiana
Allison
Parker
Cleveland
Harrison
Congress
Spain
Aristocrat Marries Shop Girl Reflects Social Shift
In Dubuque society a wealthy young man’s marriage to a shop girl sparks talk of changing class norms. The bride’s work ethic is praised as building self reliance and tact, with critics urged to reconsider snobbery. The piece also notes The New York Herald’s forecast that Roosevelt is likely to win.
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Dubuque
Lawrence letter splits county party ranks in Democratic circles
A letter from J. O. Lawrence to the county Democratic chairman refuses to organize his district and urges leaving the party ranks. The piece notes Gold Democrats and others endorse his stance while Parker faces criticism for statements on the Philippines amid mixed local reaction and several town reports follow.
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J. O. Lawrence
Democratic County Central Committee
Mr. Cleveland
Lawrence
Democratic Party
the Express
St. Louis
Bryan Looms Up as Last Hope in Democratic Split
The Chicago Inter Ocean argues the reform wing of the party is collapsing. It warns that unless a miracle occurs in thirty days, November 9 will leave only William J. Bryan as a national Democrat, with the party and country facing a radical drift.
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Mr. Bryan
Chicago Inter Ocean
National Democracy
William J. Bryan
Royal Baking Powder Promo for Home Baking Help
An advertisement extols Royal Baking Powder as a superior aid for home bakers guiding women to make fresher tastier cakes biscuits muffins puddings and cookies at home. The copy promises eco nomic, quick results and contrasts with ready-made items from bake shops and grocers. Royal Baking Powder Co New York.
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Royal
Royal Baking Powder CO
New York
Roosevelt backed by populists and independents
Senator Marion Butler of North Carolina, former national chairman of the People's Party, endorses President Roosevelt. He predicts Roosevelt will win over a large share of the populist and Democratic vote, praised for independence and honesty, and cited by others as a true American with courage and patriotism.
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Marion Butler
North Carolina
People’s Party
Roosevelt
Tipton Coal Venture Faces 1500 Deficit and Hope
From the Burlington Hamkeye the Tipton association stands about 1500 behind in a gold mine venture. They may not quit and hope to recover losses by next season. If they persevere they could earn a sizable profit and gain local respect, an asset convertible into dollars. The world admires pluck as much as ever.
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Burlington Hamkeye
Iowa
Tipton
Bryan Attacks Roosevelt on War Record Contrast
The Chicago Chronicle notes William J. Bryan in Indiana denounces Roosevelt’s belligerent stance while omitting his own military record. It contrasts Roosevelt’s active combat service with Bryan’s later holding a title and remaining safe during the Spanish War.
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Chicago
William J. Bryan
Indiana
Roosevelt
Theodore Roosevelt
Race Entries Spark Trouble Say Mrs Torkins
In a faded newsroom exchange Mrs Torkins warns that Charley's habit of scribbling race entries foreshadows trouble as the race problem lingers. The dialogue hints at crowding stakes and planning that could complicate the event.
New Boarder Sparks Olive to Prune Complexions
A witty exchange notes a new boarder with an olive complexion and imagines a future prune tone after she has stayed a few weeks. The remark contrasts feminine and masculine descriptors in a playful, old timey style.
Conversation Between Chappley and Miss Cutt
A dialogue excerpt shows Chappley boasting of inherited natural wit from his mother while Miss Cutt playfully rebukes him and urges not to speak ill of his mother.
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Chappley
Miss Cutt
Short Sentence Sermons From The Chicago Tribune
The excerpt offers a series of aphoristic maxims on virtue and conduct. It cautions against vanity and isolation while praising service, kindness, and humility. Several lines consider purpose, happiness, faith, and the link between inner character and outward life.
Quotations and sayings from the Philadelphia Press
A collection of aphorisms on romance money and engagement. The notes remark that the sure care for most things is not to have them and that romance is a portion of mediocrity with imagination. It also suggests a boy must charm his mother and discusses finance tied to engagements.
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Philadelphia Press
Ex-Mayor Smith of Davenport Sentenced to Eleven Years
Ex Mayor 5 F Smith of Davenport is jailed for eleven years at Anamosa Penitentiary after pleading guilty to two embezzlement charges and one forgery. Defalcations total 120000 dollars. Miss Maud Zoller of Sand Spring and Mr Bert Lake of Anamosa wed October 12 at the bride’s home.
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5. F. Smith
Davenport
Anamosa
Smith
Maud Zoller
Sand Spring
Bert Lake
Right feeding cures soft bones in children via Scott's Emulsion
Ad promotes Scott's Emulsion as the remedy for rickets in growing children. It claims daily small doses straighten bow legs, strengthen joints, and firm soft heads, attributing cures to proper bone and blood nutrition with a free sample offer and address in New York.
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