Republican Ticket In State Race Named In Lotta Slate
The ticket lists Taft for President with Sherman as Vice President and Hadley for Governor. Other officials include GMELICH as Lieutenant Governor, Swanger for Secretary of State, Tolerton as State Auditor, Maring as State Treasurer, Fulkerson as Attorney General, Wilder as Railroad and Warehouse Commissioner, Cox on the Supreme Court, Reynolds on the Court of Appeals, Politte Elvin as Congress candidate, Rhodes for Representative, Paul and Seabourne as County Judges, Nipper as Prosecuting Attorney, Casey as Sheriff, Smith as Assessor, Robinson as Treasurer, Hawkins as Surveyor, and McFradden as Coroner.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William H. Taft
James 8. Sherman
Herbert 8
Hadley Governorship Promises End to Indian Rule in Missouri
Statement from a Missouri vantage declares that Hadley as governor will halt any Indian rule within the state. The claim frames the political outcome as a definitive break with tribal influence under his administration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hadley
Missouri
Missouri Democracy Hinges on Bryan and Indians
The Missouri democracy relies on Bryan and the Indians to carry it through the next November, with emphasis on the Indians' role.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Missouri Democracy
Bryan
Economy mood tied to fall election gains
The passage suggests that Democratic success in the coming fall election would contrast with the prior year's industrial gloom, implying sharper prosperity if the party wins. It frames political outcomes as a driver of economic sentiment and forecasts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Democratic Party
Tariff Tinkering Follows Old Wage Rule
A fragmented line of text asserts tariff adjustments mirror established wage rules, claiming the practice has never failed and will continue to hold in the future, reflecting a belief in stable economic policy.
Ironton Register Questions Democratic Election Fraud Tales
The Ironton Register dismisses fraud claims from the defeated faction and questions the idea that beneficiaries of shady deals would expose themselves, implying skepticism toward alleged election irregularities. The piece hints at political cheating and defender biases in a small community.
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Ironton Register
Old Guard battle shapes Missouri politics ahead of elections
The passage suggests the Old Guard is maneuvering to secure an advantage over Republicans in Missouri. It notes Democrats worry about their position without such tactics, indicating a pivotal political contest and party strategy influencing upcoming landings or outcomes.
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Old Guard
Missouri
Roosevelt Roasting Boosts Bryan in Newspapers
The New York World and St. Louis Post-Dispatch roast Roosevelt and his policies as they back Bryan. Bryan, however, presents himself as the genuine heir to the Roosevelt administration and its policies.
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Roosevelt
New York World
St. Louis Post-Dispatch
Bryan
Representation of Hon. R. C. Kerens in Republican notices
The piece notes Republican exchanges printing likenesses and complimentary notices for Hon. R. C. Kerens as a candidate for the Republican nomination for United States senator. It suggests press bureau activity and hints at other potential candidates who may be comparable or superior in appeal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. C. Kerens
United States
Uncle Dick
Bryan on Socialism in Democratic ranks
Mr Bryan argues that labeling the Democratic party as Socialist is unfair and urges that the party lacks foresight to embrace the rising public sentiment toward social reform. He contends the party seeks to halt progress and revert to older conditions despite claims of radical drift.
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Mr. Bryan
Democratic Party
Bryan
Tariff talk on lead prices and mining impact
The piece argues tariff policy shifts raise lead prices from under 2.50 to above 4.00 and could force mines to close while miners suffer rock-bottom wages. It contrasts Wilson Gorman and Dingley tariffs, noting lead peaked near 6.00 with demand. It warns that removing protective props would let foreign competition set prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Democratic Party
St. Francois County
Defeat of Ball blamed on fraud tactics in Missouri primaries
Friends of David A. Ball allege his loss stemmed from fraud tactics in St. Louis and Kansas City. Ed Butler admits turning on the “spigot” that he says helped Cowherd gain at least 10,000 votes. The issue now rests on Ball’s supporters choosing party loyalty over conscience, with good government in Missouri at stake.
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David A. Ball
St. Louis
Kansas City
Ball
Ed Butler
Bryan Attacks Republicans With Old and New Indictments
The piece argues that while Mr. Bryan is sincere and forceful, his current criticisms of the Republican party lack new proof. It recalls his past campaigns on free silver and imperialism, noting voters previously rejected his charges as unfounded. It suggests his present indictment of GOP ties to trusts lacks truth and will meet the same electoral verdict.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bryan
Free Silverites
Republican Party
Mr. Bryan
Political Crusade Against Ballot Fraud In St Louis
A heavy task tests Mr Folk as he seeks boodler methods in St Louis beginning after a campaign. Mr Sager faces a disadvantage starting his crusade amid active politics focused on harmony and vote getting.
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Folk
St. Louis
Mr. Sager
Sager Faces Limited Support in Crusade Against Voting Bosses
The St. Louis Times says Mr. Sager will get little cooperation from politicians who claim support but will fail when needed. He must rely on the Governor, the police, Mr. Hadley's offices, and the people backing him in the fight. If the crusade fails, St Louis residents fear a hard time until bosses are overthrown.
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Sager
Hadley
St. Louis
Taft versus Bryan judged better for national welfare
The article, citing the Baltimore Sun and Globe-Democrat, argues Taft would better safeguard workers and uphold law compared to Bryan. It condemns Bryan’s banking approach as unsafe, notes Oklahoma fund issues, and warns panic would stall bank guarantees, echoing historical wildcat banking failures.
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San
United States
Taft
Bryan
Mr. Roosevelt
Club
Mr. Taft
White House
Baltimore Sun
Wildcat Banking and Bryan's New Scheme Tested
The article critiques William Jennings Bryan's deposit guarantee plan as tested at an Oklahoma experiment station. It notes national banks resisting the idea, some surrendering charters, and warns the pooling of deposits could punish prudent bankers while inviting speculators and grafters into banking under Bryan law.
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Bryan
Experiment Station
Oklahoma
Pilot Knob Memorial Assn Holds Civil War Reunion
The Fifth Annual Reunion of the Pilot Knob Memorial Association is planned for September 26 27 and 28 1908 at Fort Davidson Pilot Knob Missouri marking the 44th anniversary of the battle. Survivors are urged to travel to Pilot Knob with rail tickets to Fronton Missouri. A regimental reunion of the 3d MS M Cavalry is called with a grand rally at Pilot Road Missouri on the same dates. A satirical poem about political candidates is included, followed by a public letter from Missouri officials defending text book laws and warning about violations by a Washington County board member.
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Pilot Knob
3D M. S. M. Cavalry
David Murray
C. A. Peterson
Sec'y
3D M.S. M. Cav
Pilot Road
Potosi
B. Fox
Washington County Text Book Commission
Department of Education
State Supt. of Public Schools
Goss
Hadley
M. E. Roopes
What Might Have Heer
Jim argues about his wife’s finances after his former employer asks for Mrs Jim. He claims she is reckless with money and always asks for dollars or fifty cents. He admits he has never given her any money.
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Jim
Bse
Opinion on Section 13 Inadvertent Use of Within Word
A judge explains that inserting the word within in section 13 would not void a five year contract with the commission. The provision targets prosecutions of teachers or directors who permit unadopted books and could be enforced unless a higher court overturns. A commission member voting for an unlawful change before contract expiry would face a misdemeanor.
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State of Missouri
Department of Education
Howard A. Gass
City of Jefferson
M. E. Rhodes
Potosi
Missouri
Washington County Text-Book Commission
County Text-Book Commission
County
County Board of Education
County Terxtbook Commission
Washington County
A. Gass
Ilgr Bert S. Hapvey
The Berliners Drinks Consumption Study
A German physician Dr Ilischfield reports Berliners consumed annually 438,988,062 liters beer 94,704,523 liters brandy and 19,956,063 liters wine. With a population of 610 inhabitants per shop and 12,692 shops overall consumption averages 2364 liters per person each year at about 100 marks for 4 marks per 1.
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Ilischfield
Berlin
Berliner Income Spends On Drinks Thirteenth Part Noted
The London Globe reports that the average Berliner’s income, 688 marks, leads to a claim that about a seventh of earnings, including women and children, is spent on intoxicating drinks. The remark reflects on consumption patterns in Berlin.
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London Globe
Cure for Kidney Aches Promoted by Local Resident
A Potosi citizen narrates kidney discomfort from frequent urination and pains. He describes relief after using Dean's Kidney Pills from City Drug Store, endorsing them as meritorious. Sold by dealers nationwide for 50 cents. Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo NY, U.S. core agents. Remember the name Duans.
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Bright
Potosi
Hiram W. Cook
Dean
Foster-Milburn Co
Buffalo
New York
United States
Duans
Porpoises In New York Harbor Capture Public Fancy
A school of porpoises up to a hundred strong swam into New York Harbor led by a deep water chammel. The odd visitation, tied to a foretold tidal wave, sparked local speculation but watermen deemed it a sign of good sea weather.
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New York Harbor
Manhattan
Amenities of Journalism in a Broadsheet Tale
A playful column fragment from a weekly features two reporters amid a brazen newsroom culture. Dudish and Tramp reporters trade clothes to cope with ruined outfits while chasing scenes and incidents for a tour covering sham journalism.
The Ways of the Palates Mark Twain Dinner Remark
Mark Twain at a New York dinner jokes about housekeepers during painting season. He quips that when a painter moves furniture, props up ladders, and stacks paint cans, he is ready to paint outside shutters and the back fence.
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Mark Twain
Mew
York
Editor Among Cannibals from Fort Francis Times
J A Osborne of the Fort Francis Times recalls rare experience in Labrador and reports stories of wholesale murder and cannibalism among Indians driven by famine. He claims cannibalism is practiced by half breed and full-blooded Indians alike.
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J. A. Osborne
Fort Francis
Man
A and Labrador
Osborne
Language and national pride in Brazil
The text notes Spanish knowledge is unnecessary in Brazil where people value Portuguese customs and language. It warns that Brazilians may view outsiders who ignore the distinction between their Baron and Spain with disfavor, highlighting national pride and linguistic differences.
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Breall
South America
Brasil
Epaniah
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Taft and Bryan
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Polk
Buchanan
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Wildcat Banking
Alma
Alibon Journal
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C. D. Smith
E. M. Bust
I. B. Headlee
B. B. Smith
Aaern
D. Smith
White
P. G. Higginbotham
L. W. Casey
Casey & Guyton
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WM. M. Chapman
Steelville, Mo
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