Poindexter and the Tariff Debate From Progressive Lens
The piece argues Poindexter’s opposition to the Payne Aldrich tariff and his 1910 Senate victory, framing his later vote for a Democratic tariff bill as faithful to progressivism. It notes tensions within the progressive faction and mocks police tactics with a jab at jiu jitsu lore amid suffrage events.
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Progressive Party
Miles Poindexter
House
Aldrich
Poindexter
Payne-Aldrich
Senate
Only a misdemeanor when crime preys on youth
The piece condemns a law stance in which a millionaire faces a misdemeanor for alleged blackmail of young girls, contrasting with harsher penalties for property theft. It cites insurgency against lenient treatment and notes London’s yearly transit ridership at 1.9 billion trips by tram, bus, and train.
The Awakening of the Orient
A column discusses Japanese exclusive coal concessions in China and the potential rise of Chinese industry. It argues China’s awakening could surpass rivals in fuel iron steel and oil, noting cheap labor and global stakes. The piece also mentions a local note on eye health and flirtatious fashion harmful to the eyes.
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China
Christendom
La Follette On Tariff Conference Slate Revisits Old Feuds
The speech references Bob La Follette once shut out during the Payne Aldrich tariff fight now placed on a tariff conference slate. Critics recall past clashes with Morgan and progressive factions. The shift sparks reactions among Lodge and Smoot as editors hope for a stronger tariff bill.
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Bob” LaFollette
Bob
Morgan
Lodge
Smoot
Breakup of Solid Electoral Blocs
Opinion armored with partisan rhetoric argues that reducing duties on sugar and cotton disrupts the solid Democratic South while noting the Republican North was broken up last year. It asserts that stencil like political bigotry keeps outsiders from progress and mocks the notion of factional solidity.
Papes Diapepsin Promises Quick Stomach Relief
An advertisement touts Pope’s Diapepsin as a fast and harmless cure for indigestion dyspepsia gas sour stomach and gastritis. It claims rapid relief within minutes and urges keeping a fifty cent box at home for meals that disagree with readers.
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Pape
Pope
Enduring Parody Melts into Theatre Gossip
A fragmentary diary style piece shows a lively cross examination moment and a satire on magazine covers. It contrasts a judge and a dramatic actress Public intrigue surfaces as readers glimpse bustling backstage talk and a remarked aging public persona.
Gold Coin Shipment From Sub Treasury To Canada
Wall Street Journal notes a million dollars in gold coins withdrawn from the sub treasury for shipment to Canada. The text then shifts to a dramatic dialogue with characters Jerome, Gladys, and Gwendolyn, mentioning freedom and a playful exchange about romantic drama and moving pictures.
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Wall Street Journal
Canada
Jerome
Gladys
Gwendolyn
Pat Misplaces Dimes For Cheese And Biscuits
A humorous exchange shows Pat and an Irish porter trying to buy cheese and biscuits with two dimes. Pat struggles to distinguish which dime pays for cheese and which pays for biscuits, returning in evident distress with coins confused.
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Pat
Fragmented dialogue unfolds in a tense domestic scene
A heated exchange reveals conflict over infidelity and childcare. A physician interrupts to take the next patient as a tailor recalls delivering clothes and kissing the woman, exposing strain in a strained home.
Man Who's Going to Govern 650000 Savages in Philippines
Francis Burton Harrison named new governor general of the Philippine Islands sails to his post with a vast burden. He will govern 2000 islands and over 7 million people, including 650000 described as savages, under U S authority and diplomacy. His family accompanies him on the voyage.
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The
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Harrison
Frances Fairfax
Barbara
Virginia
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Pacific Ocean
Maine
New Hampshire
Island
Connecticut
Massachusetts
Vermont
New York
Jersey
Uncle Sam
Larrison
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Adam
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Bits and Bites at Em Eugene Zimmerman and Other Snippets
A column of quirky items includes Eugene Zimmerman of Cincinnati blamed by friends of the duke of Manchester over debts and a suggestion he hire out as a bell-hop. A lightning strike in Sharpaville, Pa fries 150 chickens and 15 bags of corn into Johnny bread. A New York style in photographs shows women posing tired and languid while Seattle private theatricals feature dramatic cries.
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Cincinnati
Duke
Manchester
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Pa Zimmerman
Sharpaville
Why Old Backs Ache in Midlife
A vintage health ad notes many middle aged people suffer back and kidney problems. It claims kidney weakness causes discomforts and warns against neglect. Dean's Kidney Pills are advertised to restore strength and ease urinary troubles with a Seattle example.
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Dean
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