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Philippines and Pacific fate loom in 1907 editorial
A 1907 review discusses possible Japan United States war over the Philippines, arguing the islands must be retained and returned if captured. It warns protecting the Pacific coast would be harder and counsels American resolve, with a satirical Punch reference. Local context mentions Stanley county farming, the Fort Pierre creamery, and Governor Ordway's death.
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Japan
United States
Philippines
Dewey
Spain
Horn
Pacific
Uncle Sam