Political leadership and the voice of agitators in democracy
Mark Twain cites a French crowd in Paris to illustrate how leaders follow public sentiment rather than read it. The piece argues that progress often comes from agitators, not established leaders, who foresee change and spur it through sincere zeal for reform. It cites Western rail rate injustice as an example and notes voters shape governance by public opinion.
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Mark Twain
Paris
France
Cass
Dominion Railway
Celebration of a Hundred Years of Peace Across Nations
A Canadian Peace Centenary Association circular outlines four main aims for marking the hundred years since the Treaty of Ghent. Monuments, thanksgiving services, educational propaganda, and festivities are planned with about 100 Canadian celebration centers, exchanges of shields, and Anglo American essay contests. The Dominion Government will fund preliminary organization. Sir Edmund Walker leads the association in Toronto with Major CF Hamilton as honorary secretary in Ottawa.
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United States
Canadian Peace Centenary Association
Canada
British Empire
Ghent
Great Britain
Dominion
R. L. Borden
United Kingdom
Peace Centenary Association
Sir Edmund Walker
Toronto
Major CF. Hamilton
Ottawa
Colors and shapes collection highlights diverse designs
A vibrant assortment of colors and shapes captivates readers with varied hues, patterns, and forms. The piece emphasizes visual appeal, inviting observers to explore the interplay of color contrasts and geometric patterns across multiple items.
Free Wheat Policy Debate Divides Grain Growers and Free Foodists
The piece contrasts free food advocates wanting easier food entry with Grain Growers seeking lower wheat prices through freer export. It notes Minneapolis prices often higher for western farmers only briefly, urging doubt over a windfall from higher export prices. It mentions Canadian and U S grading differences and a Canadian office plan for Edmonton by International Harvester Co.
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Free
Minneapolis
Winnipeg
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Seattle
Tacoma
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St. John
Halifax
Manitoba
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Calgary
Banff
Lake Louise
Field and Glacier
Beautiful Arrow
Kootenay Lakes
Nelson
Crow's Nest
J. A. McDonald
Brandon
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Russell Jewellery Co
Practical Jewellers
Aimar
Astbury
International Harvester Co
North Pattleford
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Edmonton
Norfolk
Money Savers
Oxford
Russell
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