Madero's Message Angers El Paso Over Juarez Battle Claims
A Mexican president's note to the Mexican congress critiquing American indemnity demands after Juarez fighting prompts El Paso readers to defend their right to view the battle. The piece argues citizens may lawfully observe and stand where they wish within city limits and that Mexican shelling of El Paso was improper. The argument suggests some American claims against Mexico are questionable but left to courts to decide.
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Liber
Madero
Mexican Congress
Juarez
Mexico
el Paso
Dent Madero
Douglas
Cummins backs Roosevelt while denouncing the progressive party
Iowa Senator A. B. Cummins endorses Theodore Roosevelt for president and opposes the so called progressive party. He cites Taft’s renomination as opposed by a majority of Republicans and criticizes the convention’s representation. The piece also mocks Dr. Ciamician on fashion changing colors and argues such ideas belong to women.
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A. B. Cummins
Iowa
Theodore Roosevelt
Cummins
Taft
Roosevelt
Senator Cummins
Progressive Party
Disturbances in Several States Spark Debate on End of Rebellion
President Ma dero noted rebels in Sonora and bandits in Morelos Guerrero and Mexico states with disturbances in others. The remark, read differently by critics, suggests large parts of the republic are in upheaval.
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Madero
Sonora
Morelos
Guerrero
Mexico
Bologna's Ciami cian Honored as Noted Chemist
Bologna, Italy, renowned for its sausages, praises Giacomo Ciami cian a chemist of evident ability. He has received several national honors in recognition of his work and contributions to science.
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Bologna
Italy
America
Blony
Giacomo Ciamician
Becker case delays threaten New York City
The text warns that Justice Goff's delay will harm New York City as Becker’s business agent and gang loom. It predicts Becker will sue the city within six months for reinstatement, back pay and damages, and vows the gang cannot be attacked with impunity.
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Goff
New York City
Becker
Hilles mocked Woodrow Wilson as "the professor"
The speaker ridicules Hilles for calling Wilson a professor at Princeton, arguing his rise from a school of correction was not a dignified ascent. The critique cites Hilles' lack of humor and questions the supposed elevation in his career.
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Hilles
Woodrow- Wilson
School of Correction
Princeton
Miss Addams Criticizes Bull Moose Reform Approach
Miss Jane Addams argues that supporting the Bull Moose platform harmed her appeal to the reform element essential for economic justice for women. She contends radicalism never improves outcomes and urges education of society as the path to real progress rather than political action.
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Jane Addams
Miss Addams
Dora's Bohemian pursuit ends in stage struggle and reunion
Dora moves into a cramped garret with Rosaline Mayhew to pursue an artistic career at Todds Empyrean theatre. Bobbing between poverty and ambition, she fails a rehearsal until Vernon Milroy rescues her, revealing Jack Dawlish is actually the author.
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Francis Russell Gilbert
Dora
Yorkshire
Charlton Towers
Jack Dawlish
Jack
Foreign Office
John Todds
Rosaline Mayhew
Rosaline
Measure’s
Empyrean
Miss Mayhew
Mrs. Crann
Nelson Monument
Todds
Vernon Milroy
Empyrean Theater
Bert Dean
Dean
Tedds
Becaus
Milroy
Profits From Mint Highlight Government Gains From Coinage
The National City bank circular notes that seigniorage from coinage over 40 years totals about 205 million dollars, with silver profits at 157 million through 1909 and rising in 1910s. It cites costs for copper 18 cents per pound and nickels at 3.85 dollars per pound, and records gold in treasury vaults at 1.221 billion with substantial bullion and note redemptions.
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United States
National City Bank
Panama Canal
Treasury Department
Treasury
Perkins and Munsey Use Cash in Progressive Fund Drive
The Philadelphia Record reports that Perkins and Munsey contribute cash while several other affluent progressives rely on credit in a fundraising push. The piece notes a broad base of wealthy supporters backing the effort.
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Perkins
Munsey
Philadelphia Record
Vermont Election Clarifies Bull Moose as Third Party
The New York World notes that one result of Vermont voting is a clearer designation of the Bull Moose as a distinct third party in the political landscape.
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Vermont
Bull Moose
New York World
The Worship of Military Glory by Garrett P Serviss
The photograph shows General Lyautey of France at the Legion of Honor ceremony. The essay contrasts European reverence for medals with American restraint and notes the influence of military decoration on soldiers and public perception.
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America
Legion of Honor
Napoleon
Brulard
Europe
To Be or Not to Be A Toad Advocate
A Detroit Free Press piece extols toads noting their misperceptions from myths about poisons and curses. It credits U S Department of Agriculture scientists with debunking threats and valuing toads at 19.44 dollars yearly for pest control, urging protection and garden promotion.
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Detroit Free Press
United States Agricultural Department
Governor proposes odd punishment for tax evasion magnates
The editorial rails against Governor Marshall’s idea to shave the heads of trust magnates who violate the law, saying the penalty would not frighten figures like John D. Rockefeller or Archbold and comparing them to fictional or controversial figures from other papers.
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Marshall
John D. Rockefeller
Mr. Archbold
Bill Nye
Kansas City Star
Certainly Is a Smart Man Praises Opponents to Win Votes
Woodrow Wilson sometimes astonishes politicians by praising praiseworthy acts in rival parties but will not lose votes due to his method. The Boston Advertiser notes his strategic cross party compliments as a political tactic.
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Woodrow Wilson
Boston Advertiser
Knox to Japan and back for possible presidency
The Chicago Record Herald notes Philander Knox has gone to Japan and will return in time to assume the presidency if needed, ensuring readiness should the office be turned over to him.
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Take
Keer Yerself
Phil
Philander Knox
Japan
Chicago Record Herald
Roosevelt Rails Against Flawed Oratory In Campaign
The New York World notes Roosevelt accuses speakers of offering only academic talk when they avoid calling opponents crooks or liars. The remark frames political rhetoric as evasive and insulting.
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Roosevelt
New York World
Taft Fears People Will Add An O To Gout
In a Baltimore Supe r feature Taft comments on spelling reforms fearing the public may insert another O into gout. the remark reflects language reform debates of the era.
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Taft
Baltimore
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San Antonio
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Diehl
Harrison Lb. Beach
Cree
New York
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Tribune
Chicago
the &. C. Special Agency
Ciamician
the Light's Daily Story
Hullo
Jan Honor
Garrett P Serviss
General Lyautey
Morocco
France
Evening Journal
Lyautey
Bonaparte
Egypt
Brudard
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