Wilson urges swift action on currency reform and tariff balance
President Wilson tells Congress the currency reform bill is simple and elastic, replacing the Aldrich-Vreeland plan with regional reserves under government control. It aims to prevent Wall Street domination, avert a 1907 style panic, and push tariff reform without letting financial interests spoil benefits. The administration expects quick passage after presentation, framing opposition as political death for opponents.
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Wall Street
Aldrich-Vreeland
Congress
Coyote Rivalry with Rabbits in Eastern Oregon Wheat Belt
Pendleton war report from the Oregonian describes jack rabbits overrunning 288 square miles of Umatilla county wheat fields. The army-like infestation advances in skirmish lines, keeping under cover as directed, threatening regional grain supplies.
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Oregon
Pendleton
Oregonian
Umatilla County
Submarine Rabbits Threaten Wheat Belt War Satire
A satirical report claims rabbits threaten the alfalfa region westward and may dynamite Cold Springs dam if needed, while grain buyers fear Umatilla county’s six million wheat crop has vanished. The piece mocks war reporting and cites Eugene Oregonian and East Oregonian remarks about civic plans for an empty city block near the depot.
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Cold Springs
Portland
Umatilla County
E. TL. Smith
A. F. May
Oregonian
Imperator Crosses Ocean Safer Than Titanic In Flame Of Fame
The Imperator, touted as the greatest ship afloat, crosses the ocean safely and stands apart from the Titanic in origin and steadiness, highlighting its superior design and safety reputation.
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Ocean
Theoretical rabbits on winter wheat ranges
A terse note asserts that grazing by theoretical rabbits on winter wheat on sheep ranges causes no significant harm.
New President Speaks Softly Yet Echoes Washington Diction
A newly inaugurated president speaks in measured tones while his remarks travel back to Washington. Observers note careful language and implications for policy, with aides signaling steady communication between the office and capital.
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Washington
Wedding Gifts and Etiquette in Home Weddings
A San Francisco Examiner note explains how gifts are chosen and sent for home weddings. It covers sending gifts to the bride, enclosing a visiting card, initials on wedding favors, display of gifts, and the timing of showing presents, with notes on when guests are invited from distances.
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Frank Learned
San Francisco Examiner
Kansas Musical Prodigy SixYearOld Pianist Baffles Critics
A six year old Kansas boy named Melborn Hosp plays Suwanee River on a plang stepl and wows his mother and visiting musicians. His parents plan to move to Kansas City for musical education, letting him learn by ear with gentle instruction. He is already a crowd favorite at small music events and practices scales with notable natural ability.
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Philadelphia Public Ledger
Kans City
Kans
Suwanee
Lee Hosp
Kansas City
Hosps
Oakland Avenue
Kansas Side
Melborn
Roosevelt Faces Riis After Confessing Mint Juleps
A Chicago Daily News item notes disillusionment with Roosevelt as he is vin fiscated in public view, while speculation remains on how he will square with reformer Jacob Riis after admitting to enjoying occasional mint juleps.
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Jake Riis
Chicago Daily News
Col. Roosevelt
Old Home Week at Sing Sing in New York
From recent events it appears official New York may stage an Old Home Week at Sing Sing. The piece notes a potentially lively reunion or nostalgic gathering at the prison facility reflecting on the state's history and institutions.
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Sing Sing
Philadelphia Inquirer
New York
Turning the Phrase They call him a man of solid sense
A lighthearted note contrasts old ridicules with a praise for steady judgment. A comical image of a fly stuck to paper underlines a theme of perseverance. The remark cites The Washington Star and The Chicago Record-Herald.
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The
Washington Star
Chicago Record-Herald
The Credit System
Gladys Evangeline Evelyn Rose goes shopping and buys many items but cannot pay. She ends up returning the purchases as charged, hoping to avoid payment while the family jokes about the cycle of buying and owing. The verse concludes with a wry judge’s punchline about being glad to have charged items.
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Gladys Evangeline Evelyn Rose
California grape juice beats East juice in taste and price
California grape juice is described as sweet and bland yet nutritious, cheaper to produce, and better when served cold. Eastern juice is said to be sour with a foxy Concord taste. California lags behind in market due to East Coast competition, but cold serving may improve palatability and appeal.
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Bryan
California
East
Meritol Liniment and Meritol Pile Remedy Ad
A Pendleton notice promotes Meritol White Liniment as a versatile pain reliever for muscular and rheumatic pains and endorses Meritol Pile Remedy. It declares Tallman & Company as exclusive local agents and claims strong relief and instant results for eczema.
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Pendleton
Jayne's Tonic Vermifuge for Child Health
Parents are urged to use Jayne's Tonic Vermifuge to support a child's stomach and appetite, improve strength, and combat digestive and blood concerns. The ad claims long history and widespread use, recommending the product as essential and available through druggists.
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Jayne
D. Jayne
Lemon in wine debate cited by Fresno Republican
A Fresno Republican editorial argues that there is no essential superiority in Eastern juice, aside from stronger advertising and public familiarity with grape flavors, noting a persistent taste preference and suggesting a practical, less biased view of regional differences.
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Fresno Republean
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Kansas
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