Government ownership urged as only way out for independents
The piece argues the western New York independent telephone companies have fallen to Morgan dominance and urges government ownership of public utilities as the only viable path. It frames Wall Street Morganization as permanent and calls for unity, sacrifice, and action rather than surrender.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Morgan Combine
Rochester
Morgan
Wall St
Morgan-Bell Combine
USA
United States Army
Morgan Et al
Would we go to Arcadia the land of perfect ease
A theatrical piece at the Moore theatre invites readers to imagine Arcadia a place without rents taxes or worry where love ambition and joy are simple and constant. The piece questions whether one would trade pursuit and struggle for such a dream and ends by noting the global decline in sheep numbers as a counterpoint.
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Arcadia
Moore Theatre
Brother
Aleter
Ellers Music and University
Seattle
Youth and Springtime Optimism Claimed in Rallying Call
A printed voice extols youth as hope and renewal, urging belief in youth’s power to overcome maturity. It praises youth’s exuberance and laments aging troubles, ending with a pointed remark about President Taft’s stance on Japan and the treaty.
Observations on Public Figures and Social Trends
A collage of brief notes touches on potential high profile libel suits, camera coverage of Teddy Roosevelt, Los Angeles sunrise courts for early release of petty offenders, Sarah Bernhardt advocating stage access with conditions, a St Louis jury award over coin clipping, Dr Aked’s church plans and a San Francisco move, a suffrage quip and a labor market analogy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Teddy
Los Angeles
Why Not Smile Awhile in Star Dust Cartoon
In a humorous strip, a couple recalls events from three years ago with playful banter about a wedding anniversary and a gift. The dialogue hints at a lighthearted courtroom of memory as a wife and husband discuss the past.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John
Harper's
Outbursts and Bites in a Crazy Nation
A collage of sharp lines and jokes critiques social norms. The piece blends quips on marriage politics Cuba and prohibition with a story about a New York banquet in a dry state and a Kansan quest for a drink. It notes Zion City disorder over oysters and a Colorado man fined for bath humor.
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Simeon Ford
New York
Kansas
Exhibition day at No. 3 and the dullest pupil
On exhibition day at No 3 the teacher quizzes the class while Jack Grady the dullest pupil stares blankly. He misreads a gesture from the teacher and proclaims Charles the First died of cholera, telling the room with sudden confidence.
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No. 3
Jack Grady
Charles the First
England
Ene
Jack
Charles
Flist
Optimist Viewpoints Sparked in Crossfire of Fashion
Public remarks mix social talk and political jabs as critics discuss spring fashion and gender norms. A satirical dig at leaders and intense hints about reform surface in a dense, opinion laden exchange.
How to Raise Chickens Lessons and Rewards
Practical guide on selling eggs and meat with summer timing and market value. Steps include humane killing methods, dry picking, icing, and waterglass preservation for winter eggs. Emphasizes fresh eggs, store quality, and incremental growth to a business after mastering basics.
How I Made My First Dollar
The narrator recalls earning his first dollar while helping with farm chores under a pastor from the First Christian Church. He describes long days of work and lingering fatigue, yet pride in the earned money and the experience. A streetcar conductor’s daughter teases a romantic hope, adding a moment of personal exchange to the tale.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James & Bushee
Medina
Julius Caesar’s Free Amusements Drive Out Scalpers
Julius Caesar kept free amusements for Romans to deter ticket scalpers, a strategy he described as effective. The Chicago Tribune notes this as evidence that such tactics can work.
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Julius Caesar
Chicago Tribune
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Seattle Star
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Star Publishing Co
Wash
Postoffice
Nat Goodwin
Nat
Mr. Taft
Japan
Gallinger
Pinchot
Gifford
Sarah Bernhardt
Sarah
ST. Louis
Christine Spellman
Daniel Small
Aeed
Rockefeller
Aked
Sanrancisco
St. Louis Times
Boston Transcript
Cincinnati Enquirer
Josh Wise
Everett True
Sition
Senator Burton
Mexico
Cuba
Reno
Lote
Chicago Record Herald
Zion City
Colorado
Charlie Schwab
Diaz
Texas
Mr. Burbank
Joe Bailey
Colony Chicken Houses
DR. Garvin
Rev. Jos
L. G
First Christian Church
Eilers Orchestre Piame
Wiener
Miegant
Op Age Am Glam
Eilers Music
Oure
Chickering
America
Bohmer
Lester
Kimball
Decker
Dr.price
Prof. Chandler
Columbia Univ
Kansas State Board of Health
Prines
Sarton Mainees
P.O
P. O
Son Ue
D. S. Johnston CO
Washington
Filers Music
Weually
Ris
Rosa
Pink
Magin
Atthi
Femple
Parke Hydr
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