Porto Rican Tariff Debate Shapes 1898 Editorial Voice
Editorial notes strong Republican opposition to the Porto Rican tariff as unrigal. It cites figures like Senator Edmunds and President Harrison, argues for free trade with Porto Rico, and warns of a Democratic victory’s impact on Congress. The piece frames taxation, justice, and national allegiance amid wartime policy debates.
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Chicago Times
MTF
Republican Party
Congress
Boone
She Howe
MeKcilley
Washington
Senate
Stin
Uncle SI
Chicago Times-Herald
Fragmented 19th century political snarl referenced in a paper
The piece reflects on political figures like Queen Victoria, McKinley, and Hay amid unrest over Africa and labor trouble at Coeur d'Alene. It notes Standard Oil ties to mine stock, Puerto Rico tariff fights, and delayed action in Washington as famine and poverty press for relief.
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House Committee
Standard Oil Company
New York
Standard Oil Bank
McKinley
Standard Oil
Secretary of War
Briz
Merriam
Agath Helps Revereh Shifts in South African Tensions
The report notes rising agitation between Russia and France over how Britain and the United States managed the reerat South African situation, signaling a shift in external powers' influence and reactions during the era.
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Hay Agath
Revereh
Russa
France
Great Britain
United States
Tee M. Deleasse
Diplomatic meddling helps shape South Africa peace bid
The article notes European powers hoped for concerted action to halt the Transvaal war but United States Secretary of State John Hay and British policy upset a unified plan. It cites Germany’s displeasure at Hay Salisbury tactics and describes U S resolve to protect orient interests, avoiding further mediation. It also covers Dr. Sheldon’s Topeka Capital venture and its mixed reception.
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South Africa
John Hay
Kruger
Pretoria
Transvaal
Russia
France
Belgium
Holland
Germany
Hay
Washington
Great Britain
Lord Pauncefote
Lord Salisbury
State Department
House of Lords
Kruger and
Steyn
United States
Orange Free State
Salisbury
London
Sheldon Emfort
Topeka
Dr. Sheldon
Jesus
Sheldon
Sheldon News
Permet
Yopeka
Trst
Trainkill
Anon
Met
Poly- Helans
Moral Power of the Press and Pulpit in Reform
A magazine style critique argues the press, as a force for good, must publish honestly and cover crime fully, while editors bear greater responsibility than preachers. It warns against mutilating history for views, insists news should reflect current events, and urges high moral standards in journalism coexisting with faithful pulpit work.
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Frank P. MacLennen
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Sheldon
Trina
Orbiie
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