Southern Opinion Endorses Republican Shift In Politics
The article praises the Tites-Democrat of New Orleans as a leading Southern voice and criticizes Democratic and Republican camps. It profiles Joseph W. Folk of St. Louis, highlighting his anti corruption record, election prosecutions, street railway arbitration, and refusal of a gift house, while noting renewed efforts by Missouri boodlers and political bosses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph W. Folk
Brownville
Tenn
Vanderbilt University
St. Louis
Folk
Clicuit
Jefferson City
Mexico
Missouri
Senate
Ofice
Bryan says newspapers lack accountability over editorial power
In an interview Bryan criticizes self described democratic papers for backing Republican policy when aligned with financiers. He urges disclosure of actual editors behind papers like the New York Times and questions how ownership shapes trust and democratic guidance. The Times defends its independence and counters the owner question.
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Bryan
New York Times
the Times
Sryan
Wall Street
The
Times
John D. Rockefeller
National City Bank
President Roosevelt Receives Betsy Ross Flag Facsimile
In Keo kek Virginia President Roosevelt was presented with a miniature fac simile of Betsy Ross's first American flag by a descendant of the flag's maker. The dispatches omit whether the donor noted the flag's departure from a European colonial system, a change attributed to a Republican administration.
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Roosevelt
Keokek
Betsey Ross
Mr Hanna’s Bold March Up and Down a Historic Route
A report notes Mr Hanna achieving a notable march up the KIN and a return march, marking another entry in a long line of remarkable political feats. The account frames the episode as part of ongoing historic political performance.
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Mr. Hanna
Gage and Fowler Clash Over Bank Security Standards
Secretary Gage in Chicago argues against requiring full security for every note, likening it to an insurer setting aside full security for risks. Mr Fowler fights for a bank currency that is all fiat, while opposing silver dollars as half fiat. The piece frames Fowler and the Republican stance as a continuation of familiar financial rhetoric.
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Ecretary Gage
Chicago
Fowler
John S Robinson Ex-Congressman Dies After Illness
Democrats and populists of Nebraska mourn the untimely death of ex-Congressman John S Robinson who recently died from appendicitis. He served two terms in Congress and was noted as a model representative, upright and diligent. He leaves a widow and children a lasting legacy beyond money.
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Johns. Robinson
Nebraska
John S. Robinson
Robinson
Congress
Democracy defined by William O. McDowell lecture
Mr. William O. McDowell of New York, president of the Cuban-American league, declares democracy as an aspirational, religious creed protecting equal human rights. He says democracy derives from the Greek rule of the people and rests on the Declaration of Independence, needing vigilance to guard against aristocracy and plutocracy.
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William O. McDowell
New York
Prosecution of Boodlers Highlighted by Folk Aid
A sketch submitted by a friend of Hon. Joseph W. Folk, St. Louis city attorney, underscores Folk’s tireless pursuit of boodlers and his persistent prosecution approach.
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Joseph W. Folk
St. Louis
Anthracite King Baer Admits Price Fixing Before ICC
Mr Baer testified before the Interstate Commerce Commission that he fixed anthracite coal prices and that coal railroads conspired not to undersell. The amount gained from the violation is large, sparing jail. The Chicago Chronicle condemns Pennsylvania anti libel law.
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Baer
Interstate Commerce Commission
Chicago Chronicle
Pennsylvania
President’s pugilistic spirit and power obsession noted
The writer laments the president’s strong love of power, claiming no prior presidents showed such infatuation with authority. It argues that acting on conviction brings no regret, while actions from improper motives lead to remorse as outcomes often diverge from plans.
Injunction Dissolved. Wabash Strike Settlement Follows
The temporary injunction restraining the Wabash employer from striking was dissolved after a full hearing found the petition unproven. Once dissolved, the company settled with its employees, illustrating railroad reliance on injunctions to coerce workers.
Mr Hannahs White House Bed Unused for Weeks Indications
Indications show Mr Hannah has not slept in the White House bed for several consecutive weeks. The report notes the unused state of a notable room as part of a broader update.
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Mr. Hannah
White House
Republican convention indorses all bearing the name Republican
The Pennsylvania Republican state convention endorses any item bearing the party label while criticizing Pennypacker's libel law. The remark cites a corrupt political machine and civic virtue of citizens under pressure. Governor Taft says he found a health resort in Luzon aiding renewed activity by Mr Hull.
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Pennsylvania
Pennypacker
Taft
Luzon
Hull
Iowa
House Committee On
Three Questions on Bank Notes and Silver
A reader asks about retirement of national bank notes after bond redemption. If bonds mature a bank can swap in new ones, retiring notes tied to redeemed bonds. State banks may issue notes but face a 10 percent tax, intended prohibitory. Banks likely would not boycott silver as they depend on the government and would not oppose the ruling party.
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the Times
Wall Street
President reopens settled money question on currency laws
The president declares currency law modification is needed as business interests seek a clear path for blame if issues arise. The statement marks a shift in financial policy and raises questions about the administration’s stance on monetary reform.
Cleveland’s Role in Race Question Politics
The author argues that while some papers credit Cleveland for attempting to settle the race issue, it was the deception of the Cleveland democrats that enabled McKinley’s two terms and Roosevelt to insert the race question into national politics.
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South
Mr. Cleveland
Mr. McKinley
Roosevelt
Harmony ideals miscast in 1896 political stance
The remark contends that those who reformers claim to seek unity in 1896 would have prevented current difficulties if their stated aim matched actions. It suggests a contrast between proclaimed harmony and actual partisan governance.
Nebraska Legislature Boosts Tax Roll and Railroad Assessment
The Nebraska legislature raised the assessment roll from 150 million to 300 million and the state board of equalization increased railroad assessments by just under two percent. Farmers and small homeowners are warned to prepare for a significant tax rise and to gather funds to pay the higher bills.
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Nebraska
State Board of Equalization
Jefferson Expansion Precedent Compared With Philippines
Readers are urged to compare two treaties to see if the expansion under Jefferson set the precedent for the expansion practiced in the Philippines. The article invites careful reading of the treaties to assess the claim.
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Jefferson
Philippines
Plunder by Trusts Theme in Public Debate
Opinion piece condemns the Salt trust and Standard Oil fines as unjust burdens on the people. It cites Minneapolis and Kansas City cases, argues prices rise to cover penalties, and urges Americans to resist what it calls desperado statecraft and to prefer honest self government and peaceful policy.
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Federal
California Salt Trust
United States District Court
San Francisco
California
Minneapolis
Standard Oil Trust
Kansas City
Lacey Iowa idea and Henry Clay protection stance
The piece critiques Congressman Lacey of Iowa for praising Henry Clay as the original protectionist while omitting past flaws. It argues Clay supported protection only briefly for defense and industry, and contrasts that with forty years of protection that harmed U.S. manufacturers against European rivals.
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Lacey
Iowa
Congressman Lacey
Washington
Des Moines
Henry Clay
McKinley
Clay
Humphrey Marshall
Mr. Lacey
England
Desperado Statesmanship and the Navy Policy
The text recalls Theodore Roosevelt speeches urging a strong naval policy during a Taft era swing through Tacoma. It highlights repeated calls for building and manning warships as the main pillar of foreign policy and national strength.
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Desperado
Mr. Roosevelt
Tacoma
Go to the Bottom of It and Post Office Irregularities
The public demands thorough investigation of charges against a Washington post office cashier and wider defects in the post office department. Officials admit organizational flaws due to rapid growth and call for full exposure and proper remedies to be applied.
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Washington Post Office
General Postofice
Post Office Department
Would the steel and glass trusts survive tariff repeal
The text questions whether the steel trust and the window glass trust could stay viable if duties were repealed. It notes steel sells 100 million dollars abroad and glass prices doubled by high protection. It also cites manufacturers exporting 400 million dollars yearly in open markets and asks if protection beyond historic levels is needed.
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Steel Trust
Window Glass Trust
Open Door Policy Confusion Over Manchuria Policy
The piece notes pressure from New York capitalists urging the State Department to act to keep the door open in Manchuria, contrasting it with Secretary Hay’s statement that the door is open, and commenting on anomalies under the current administration.
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Hay
New York
State Department
Manchuria
Providence
Four Wives Versus Forty
The Chicago Chronicle cites an inequity claim about Mr Mills jailed for having four wives while Hadji Mohammed Wolo mol Kiram of Sulu is paid 188.88 Mexican per month by the government and enjoys luxury, illustrating unequal treatment.
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Mr. Mills
Hadji Mohammed Wolomol Kiram
Sulu
Chicago Chronicle
Has the Record as a Talker
Mr. Roosevelt, head of a great state, has smashed all records in oratorical achievement. He stands with past rulers in the class of great talkers, a phase of his administration both unanticipated and doubly interesting. He is incontestably the one man from Washington to today who can claim the title of the talking president.
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Roosevelt
Washington
Paternalism in Manila Riots Praises Rioters
Twenty Americans disrupted a Manila stage ending a sedition tied to a Katipunan emblem and calls for freedom. Despite the raucous display, authorities praised the rioters and pledged tighter censorship of so called semi sedition plays as paternalism escalates.
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Manila
Tariff and Trusts Drive High Prices, Says Critic
The tariff is blamed for enabling overcapitalized combinations to fix high prices for products. Without such trusts, competition would regulate prices by production costs, benefiting the public and promoting lasting prosperity.
The Candidate for 1904
The candidate for 1904 must command the confidence of sober business men and wage earners. He must be a champion of the people without pandering to follies and ready to protect the country’s property while curbing its arrogance.
Too Much Water Floods Ship Building Trust Reorganization
Report notes the ship building trust is being reorganized after discovering excessive water content in its vessels. Estimates suggest water levels reached two to three hundred percent of capacity, hindering buoyancy and raising concerns about feasibility.
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Ship Building Trust
King foresees being eaten by foreign sauces
The King of Siam jokes about diplomatic plans in a remark about benevolent assimilation. He quips that he expects to be eaten someday with English or French sauce, preferring the English sauce mixed with Japanese spice over the French.
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Siam
A Royal Coal Stoker
The Duke of Connaught on a voyage home from India aboard the Renown descended into the boiler room to stoke coal with a proper kit and shovel. After about half an hour he admitted naval stokers have no easy time and surrendered the shovel.
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Duke of Connaught
India
Defiance Stared Offers Superior Quality in New Process
The item claims it is best due to a distinct production method. It asserts Defiance Stared outperforms rivals, offering greater value with 10 couta for a larger result.
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Couta
Ancient gold medal found in spring plowing
George W. Rovera of Adama New York uncovered a gold medal during spring plowing last week. The piece measures about the size of a quarter and bears the date 1516. One side features Sir Isaac Brock the Hero of Upper Canada and the other proclaims Success to Commerce and Peace to the World with a central monument.
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George W. Rovera
Adama
N. Y
Isaac Brock
Upper Canada
Oldest American Naval Veteran Celebrates Sixth Birthday
William Mackates, oldest living American naval veteran, to mark his sixth birthday at the naval home in Philadelphia. Born in Baltimore in 1802, he joined the Constitution as an apprentice in the early days of the Navy and served nearly continuously before his later years in retirement.
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Philadelphia
William Mackates
Baltimore
Constitution
Navy
Naval
Cum for Consumption Patent Mentioned in Trial
A fragment notes Piso's Cum for Consumption allegedly linked to coughs and colds with mention of Jons Borges of Trinity Springs Inc dated February 16. The text is unclear but references a medical patent claim and a corporate party.
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Jons Borges
Trinity Springs, Inc
Tolstoi Aids Jewish Relief With Large Donation
Count Tolstoi gave 7500 rubles for the persecuted Jews of Kishineff, a major Russian contribution. Although not Jewish and critical of Jewish theology at times, he denounced the Russian government and people for their treatment of the race.
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Tolstoi
Count Tolstois
Kishineff
Russia
Tolsttoi
Celebrating Victory Prompted Firecracker Anecdote
President Jacob Gould Leethurman of Cornell, born in Nova Scotia, recalls a Fourth of July tale when his son spent all firecrackers. The boy, born in New York, explains they celebrate the day they defeated his father’s side, sparking a generous cash gift on the spot.
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Jacob Gould Leethurman
Cornell University
Nova Scotia
Ueed
New York State
Historic Billiard Table with Gargoyle Pockets on Show
A London exhibit in Soho Square displays a two century old billiard table once owned by Louis XIV and Napoleon I. The oak body weighs 10,000 pounds and is clad in electric blue cloth. Bronze gargoyle pockets drop their jaws to reveal the ball in the mouth, a clever antique mechanism.
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London
Louis XIV
Napoleon J
Messrs. Orme & Sons
Soho Square
They All Saved the Seeds Party Prank at Hanna Banquet
A Ohio banquet hosted by Mark Hanna for fifty farmers featured twenty five Georgia watermelons. The melons were doctored with champagne, and after the dinner each farmer received half a melon. Farmers discreetly pocketed the seeds, signaling the prank's success.
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Mark Hanna
Ohio
Georgia
Hanna
Mellon
Grape-Nuts Proclaimed Vital Aid After Illness
A testimonial extols Grape-Nuts and cream as vital nourishment during convalescence from typhoid fever. The writer credits rapid strength return and full recovery after starting the cereal, with a note on the product from Postum Co. and a recipe book included in each package.
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Postum Co
Battle Creek
Mich
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Aine
WEN
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