City Debt and Investment Wit in Philadelphia 1901
The Philadelphia Times discusses municipal borrowing, arguing that cities should invest in profitable improvements rather than merely reducing costs. It notes low interest rates, rising capital activity in rail and industry, and urges municipal enterprise to avoid being sidelined amid broader economic growth.
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Anti American Alliance feared in sugar tariff dispute
Secretary Gage faces worsening tension as Russian sugar and petroleum reprisals threaten U S trade. The New York Tribune warned of unpatriotic actions, while Vanderlip predicts a coming global trade war and nonrenewal of treaties. Goluchowski remains a pointed foe in Austria amid mounting European disaffection.
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Edmunds Call for Unified Voter Front in Philadelphia
Ex Senator Edmunds urges a united, nonpartisan voter coalition to end city government abuses and public pillage. He warns the machine rule blocks public justice and calls for citizen organization to restore government of the people. The message ties reform to civic awakening and women’s expanding roles in public life.
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Federal policy and European trade threats cited by Gage
The passage urges tempering tariff actions after ours and warns of European hostility to U S trade. It hopes home information will lead to repealing sugar orders and securing reciprocity treaties. It condemns Secretary Gage for provoking foreign reprisals against American farmers and manufacturers.
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United States
Gage
Women as a Moral Force in a Faster Age
Archbishop Ireland urged women to uphold high moral standards amid a fast paced modern life. He argued men neglect ethics under pressure from business and finance, and called women to frown on immorality, imitate maternal elders, and insist on a higher code to steady the nation.
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Great Republic of Letters
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Newport
Philadelphia citizens vow credit will stay strong under reform
The piece argues Philadelphia’s water loan and city bond will remain credible despite political machines. It asserts the taxpayers’ pledge is safe, the public will replace corrupt officials, and reform will curb maladministration while preserving city credit and investments.
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Concord Healers and a New System of Medicine
The piece discusses Concord New Hampshire as a pilgrimage site for Christian Science followers and other faiths. It portrays the movement as a powerful, alluring medical system claiming cures for appendicitis vision problems and paralysis, hinting at broad social impact and clashes with traditional medicine.
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No Compensations Expected for Railways as Telepathic Cure Spreads
The piece argues that widespread telepathic healing would undermine professions and rail travel, consigning doctors nurses and others to altered roles. It cites a Boston clergyman mocking Mrs. Eddy for hiring a dentist, suggesting critics seize any contradiction in her beliefs.
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Foraker Stump Speech Frames June 1901 Republican Policy
Senator Foraker’s Ohio convention speech emphasizes Porto Rico and Philippines policy, defending the Foraker law and its Supreme Court upholding. He argues for free trade with Porto Rico and expansion to Asia, urging repentance from old prejudices and predicting a Republican win in Ohio. The piece frames these as the pivotal issues of the hour.
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Colleges and Politics Shape Public Service
The piece argues colleges supply public life with broad knowledge and judicial temperament. It notes universities have launched diplomatic and consular training programs for future officials. Emphasis is on independent study, adaptability, and weighing property cases in government service.
Learning and politics in the foreign service era
A fragmented discussion notes that training and education matter less than political influence in securing diplomatic posts. It argues campaigns and partisan pull overshadow diplomas, urging reforms to align university work with state department needs.
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A Splendid List Declares Support Across Rothermel
The Philadelphia endorsers cross party lines to back District Attorney Rothermel amid corruption concerns. Pulpit to pew, scholar to laborer, merchant to tenant unite in praise of honesty and duty, pledging support beyond factional divisions.
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Pennsylvania Politics and Buffalo Exposition Cited
The editorial criticizes Senate conformity to state power, notes contentious nominations by Governor Stone, and mentions pension office dynamics with Hanna Sickles and McKinley. It previews the Pan American Exposition at Buffalo, commenting on slow progress, crowd appeal, and expected reform trends. It also jokes about local bosses opposing District Attorney Rothermel and ends with reflections on public marriage in a park.
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Arlington Battle Verse Echoes From Silent Fields
Fragmentary verse recalls fallen regiments near Arlington. Mentions drums and horns silenced, picket lines, and soldiers lost to battle and time. Reflects on glory and sacrifice tied to the Potomac region and national memory.
Philadelphia Letters on Courts and Markets Echo Public Life
A Philadelphia Times opinion tour covers court news usefulness for fiction, trade fears of a coming global tariff war, and the impact of floods and Pennsylvanian investments. It laments slow streetcars, praises European auto speed, and honors Secretary Hay after his son’s death.
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Philadelphia Mayor Faces Scrutiny Over Boulevard Scheme
The Philadelphia Ledger voices strong opposition to Mayor Ashbridge accusing him of dodging public opinion. It warns that tying the boulevard loan to other measures hides a political profit scheme by contractors and jeopardizes sound loan propositions.
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A Formidable Movement for Rothermel Re-Election
Totley reports a strong Philadelphia rally in support of District Attorney Rothermel. In a citywide surge, business and professional leaders back his re election. Voters anger at party bosses who force subservience prompts a revolt to uphold integrity in public service.
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Rothermel
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Machine overthrow nears in Philadelphia corruption fury
In a historic indictment the Philadelphia Record denounces the Ashbridge-Durham machine for rail franchise theft and district attorney removal attempts. It cites growing cross party opposition from merchants, workers, and Young Democracy as a monumental August show of public resolve.
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Rothermel
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Donnelly-Ryan
The Credit of the City
A Philadelphia Inquirer attack claims Wanamakerism drives press bias against city bonds. It argues three percent bonds fail amid crowded credit conditions as newspapers skew public opinion and threaten Philadelphia’s financial standing.
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Detroit Citizens Fund Monuments Hazen Ex Governor
Detroit residents raise several thousand dollars for a monument to the late ex Governor Hazen. Coin Harvey plans to run for Congress in Arkansas Third District. Rev Walter C Clapp to represent Episcopal Church missions in the Philippines. Supreme Court of Tennessee rules women cannot practice law. Marion Griffin applies for license in Memphis. Court holds lawyer plan officer of the court.
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