Konosu Caves and Kwannon Shrine Visit in Japan
The author describes a two hour rail trip to Konosu with a basha ride to caves near a limestone cliff rich in rectangular openings. They discuss cave layouts with south facing chambers, a shrine to Kwannon, and a nearby lime cliff restaurant idea. They also note a Toy Tokugawa collection exhibition, including dolls and kites, at Shiba Park with lectures on ethnology and education.
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Konosu
Basha
Elpes
Europe
Chamberlain
Living Rock
Kwannon
Tin Bern
Japan
Tokugawa
Shiba Park
Wafcadio Hearne
Empire
Women's Normal School
Py W
Chapman
Republican Prosperity Theme Shapes Campaign Stance
The piece argues that the Republican tariff policy has boosted national prosperity and will dominate the upcoming elections. It contrasts Democratic pretenses with protective measures benefiting American labor and industry. It notes higher cotton and grain prices under current tariff regimes and predicts a strong Republican showing in the House.
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Bre'r Rabbit
Sayin’ Low
Sayin
Republican Party
South
West
Lower Tariff Means Lower Wages Says Munsey
The article argues that reducing tariffs would invite cheap foreign goods and force wage cuts in the United States. It cites Frank A. Munsey’s stance from the New York Herald and notes his practical experience with publishing. It asserts that lowering the tariff would lower wages to protect domestic industry.
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Frank A. Munroy
New York Herald
Frank A. Munnsey
Munsey
United States
Wang
Atlantic
Pacific Coast
Great Lakes
Gulf of Mexico
Tabor
Mr. Munsey
Contested Ideas on Natural Resources at Conservation Congress
Senator Beveridge argues for national control of conservation and cooperation among municipality state and nation to guard natural resources while James J Hill and Gifford Pinchot offer opposing views. The audience erupts in cheers for Pinchot as Beveridge defends a unified policy against private wealth plunder.
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Congress
Senator Beveridge
James J. Hill
St. Paul
Minn
The
Conservation Congress
Beveridge
Gifford Pinchot
Forester
Hils
Hale
House of To Friends
The Annual Free Trade Lie on Broom Corn Prices
Pleasanton Observer argues the Kansas City Star overstates tariffs as the cause of high broom prices. It cites a Blar article claiming broom corn shortages pushed costs to 250 dollars per ton and brooms to 45 to 50 cents, while a bumper crop is expected to lower prices to 50 to 100 dollars per ton and brooms to 20 to 20 cents.
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Kansas City
Kansans City
Pleasanton
Kan
Cotton Weaving in Japan and Oriental Cotton Trade
Article notes Japan’s cotton spinning growth since 1900 with 2590000 spindles and 94 million pounds more yarn. It reports 60 percent female workers, and wages of 11 and 22 cents daily for women and men. Warns that rising Japanese textile output could shift the tariff debate as U S. competition wanes.
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Japan
Manuafacturers
Orient
United States
Trade question on Canadian imports and American protection
The piece argues whether Canada should gain reciprocity for natural products and if New England protection for manufacturers justifies broader farm product protection. It notes tariff criticism may be overstated and cites the United States as a leading manufacturing nation and exporter, implying protection benefits.
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West
New England
Giginda
United States
Canada
Troy Times
Biography of James Sherman’s integrity and leadership
The Chicago Evening Post lauds James Sherman for his long service as chairman of the house committee on Indian affairs and his ongoing role as vice president. It asserts his record shows personal devotion to Indian rights and denies any corrupt motive in blocking legislation.
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James
Sherman
House Committee On Indian Affairs
United States
Chicago Evening Post
National and American League Standings Highlight Baseball Clubs
The standings section lists clubs across major leagues with win loss records and key team positions. Notable entries include New York, Brooklyn, Detroit, St Louis, Chicago, and Philadelphia showing varied performance in recent play.
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National
GACH
W. Ha
LTC
Chienpo
Pittsburg
New York
Fia
AKO Cnet
Brooklyn
Tmbonton
Juanta
Boston
Ge New York
Detroit
Witshton
Fevel
Louis
American Association
Mintngeis
Toledo
Solumbia
St. Paul
Denver
Wichita
Dubuque
Davenport
Dunville
No Free Trade Spark in 1912 South Poll Threat
Prominent southerners warn northern Democrats that a pro free trade ticket in 1912 will face strong opposition at the polls. They insist the South needs protection for labor and capital and may back the Republican ticket to secure it, per the Piqua Call.
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Piqua(o
There is never any disgrace in being defeated battling for prosperity
A Kansas City Journal editorial asserts there is no disgrace in defeat when fighting for prosperity, framing perseverance as essential for national progress and economic protection.
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Kansas City Journal
Farmer Says Times Are Best Ever for Pig Farmers
A Ninth district farmer writes to his congressman praising current prices noting that two pigs tall fetch more than a whole hog did in Cleveland's era, as reported by the Brist ol Tenn News.
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Cleveland
Bristol (Tenn
Tariff Claim on Broom Prices Stirs Public Debate
Democratic managers accuse Republicans of exploiting broom tariff to explain rising broom costs. They cite the claim that broom corn tariff is one fifth of a cent while broom prices have climbed by ten cents, arguing the tariff does not determine broom prices.
Cost of Charity in New York Reaches 35 Million
New York reports annual charity costs at about 35 million dollars. Public funds cover roughly 15 million, with private and public relief making up the rest as estimates for Mayor Gaynor's congestion of population commission are prepared.
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New York
New York City
Gaynor
Clty
Hayes Homestead Offered to Ohio by Hayes Heir
Maj Webb C Hayes son of Rutherford B Hayes offered Spiegel Grove estate near Fremont Ohio as a state homestead on Thursday. The offer seeks to place the late president’s home under state ownership for public benefit.
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Hayes
Columbus
Rutherford B. Hayes
Spiegel Grove
Fremont O
Ohio
Maj
Webb C. Hayes
Taft GOP Benefits for Iowa and Western Shippers
The thoughtful voter notes President Taft and the Republican congress provide large benefits. Iowa shippers will gain millions, followed by further millions for shippers across the western region.
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Taft
Republican Congress
Iowa
Great West
Tariff Record Marks First Year Revenue Leader
The tariff system ends its first year as a top revenue producer despite duty cuts on non luxuries. Democratic speakers plan to avoid tariff specifics and debate.
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St. Louis Globe-Democrat
Democrats predict GOP tariff fight will repeat old pattern
The Liverpool Review suggests Democrats expecting to pressure Republicans on tariff schedules will face the same defensive response and the same outcome as before when the campaign intensifies.
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Liverpool
Fires Threaten Two Towns in Washington on Thursday
Forest fires endanger Stearnsville and Alpha as lumbermen and crews battle the blaze. Firefighters ride two Northern Pacific trains from Elma and Hoquiam to the scene.
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Hoquiam
Wash
Stearnsville
Alpha
Northern Pacific
Elma
Hoguiam
Twenty Hurt In Wreck At Mansfield Interurban
Twenty passengers were injured when an interurban car on the Cleveland & Southwestern line jumped the track and toppled on its side in Mansfield Ohio. The accident occurred at 40 miles per hour on a Wednesday.
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Mansfield
Cleveland & Southwestern
Niagara crops to set record in peaches apples and tomatoes
Consul Webster at Niagara Falls Canada says the peach, apple and tomato crops will be the largest in Niagara peninsula history.
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Washington
Niagara Peninsula
Consul Webster
Niagara Falls
Canada
Gone to His Last Fire headline by Bone
A Wichita Beacon reporter Noy Bone wrote a dramatic fire incident headline Gone to His Last Fire. The piece led to his dismissal after the fire department member was killed by a thrown hose cart during a blaze.
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Noy Bone
United States District Attorney
Harry Bone
Wichita Beacon
Bone
Rone
Kaensas City
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Basil Hall Chamberlain
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Knoxville
Pinkham
Clana Franks
R.F.D
Lydia EB. Pinkham
Lydia B. Pinkham
Oklahoma
el Reno
W.J. Finch
V.P. State Guaranty Bank
Alta
Choice Farm
Danbury
New Dottecnon
Alaoan
Abetier Fom
Moody
Ker
Druggiate
Covington
Dia
Goecuin
Ahucah
Nehioodl
Hank
Canadian Pacific Railway
Colonization Dept
Third St
McCook
Qi Cropadgulyarad
Cornotis & Coo
Hanlinga
Red Cross
Cals
National Association For the
Amorican Red Cross
American National Red Cross
Pontum Cereal Co., Ltd
Battle Creek, Mich
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