Criticism of Public Men in the Lincoln Roosevelt Era
The piece argues public figures face criticism from allies and opponents alike. It contrasts Lincoln with Roosevelt, noting harsh attacks against the latter from enemies and moneyed interests. It defends Roosevelt’s insistence that all should obey the law and links some criticisms to powerful financial schemes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Noman
Lincoln
Roosevelt Sand
Roosevelt
Avanias Club
Wsevell
The Yellow Peril and Asian Labor Shifts
A historical discussion argues that fears of mass immigration from Asia, especially India and China, are overstated. It posits that rising manufacturing and labor shortages will spur development at home, reducing pressures to migrate and suggesting prosperity for workers as conditions improve.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
India
China
Alaska Commissioners Bill At Odds With Justice
A House bill introduced by Mr. Jenkins would add judges for Alaska and lets the governor appoint and remove commissioners in the district with attorney general approval. The measure proposes new offices and shifts control over judicial appointments away from existing structures. The administration of justice in Alaska would not be improved by placing such appointment power in the governor’s hands.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
House of Representatives
Jenkins
District of
Alaska
Honest and Broad Minded Man in Office Control
The article argues for keeping appointive powers with district court judges rather than the governor. It claims judges, who appoint commissioners, are better positioned to oversee duties and ensure fitness, reducing political influence. It cautions governor control could prize ambition over competence, stressing the commissioner role should stay closely linked to the district court judges.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Alas
District Court
Time the Great Healer and Commutation View
Mrs Frank W Steunenberg widow of the ex governor who was murdered by Harry Orchard signed a petition for commutation. She argued there may be good in a man though guilty of crime and that time softens revenge. The piece reflects on punishment, reform, and the hope a criminal can be reshaped.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank W. Steunenberg
Steunenberg
Harry Orchard
Orchard
Steunenbors
The Source of Strength and Earth Connected Power
A symbolic tale contrasts a matched pair of famous wrestlers with one man discovering the foe loses power when lifted from the earth. It argues that human strength and national vigor come from contact with soil, noting how early New England settlers thrived on earth before forests and streams dwindled and urban life weakened bodies and minds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atlantic Coast
New
Fleet sails to ten ports from Pacific battle fleet
The battle fleet under Rear Admiral Evans sails from San Diego toward Santa Barbara and then to ten other ports. The expedition’s officers report an enjoyable tour in Pacific waters, with the final day near as the fleet prepares to depart for additional destinations tomorrow.
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Daily Gateway
Los Angeles
Pacific Waters
Evans
Santa Barbara
Cal
Pacific
San Diego
Inheritance custom of Black Forest peasants named Vortel
The piece explains a unique succession practice where the youngest son inherits peasant holdings for 400 years. Fathers abdicate to end days in the dowe house beside the Hof, avoiding elder sons assuming power. If the younger resigns, the elder may buy the property. the younger may be called Esau in such cases.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Black Forest
France
Benjamin
Cob
Vortel
Esau
Coal Land Withdrawals Limit Development Across West
The article discusses massive coal land withdrawals by presidential order, totaling over 60 million acres across western states and Alaska to curb monopolies. It notes transportation and economic concerns, with lignite deposits in the Dakotas highlighted for potential conversion to gas to power engines, as fuel experts see gas engines replacing steam in large plants. Walter E. Clark comments on lignite viability for gas production.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Contient
al Nation
Western
Alaska
Prairie
Dakotas
Geological Survey
Walter E. Clark
P.I
Evaporated Apple Trade Linked to French Champagne
A U S consul report from Collingwood Ontario notes a firm from Bo napple evaporating apples at Creemore and buying 10 000 barrels delivered to the factory. Output sold at 8 cents a pound and shipped to the Northwest. Waste like cores and remnants is dried and sent to France for champagne production.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Collingwood
Ontario
France
Creemore
Champagn
Jchester
N. Y
Ad Vod
Profit and Loss Magazine Promises Free Sample Copy
A vintage promotional item claims Profit and Loss Magazine teaches mining investing and has growing readership. It invites readers to request a free sample by mailing name to 1715 California St, with assurances of independence and no selling of mining stocks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Profit and Loss Magazine
Call for Democratic Caucus in Seward Tonight
Democrats of Seward meet at Hotel McNeiley on Fourth Avenue at 8 o clock Saturday evening April 5 to elect three delegates to the Territorial Convention in Juneau May 1st and six alternates to the National Convention in Denver July 7 1908 plus nomination of a candidate for delegate to confer. All Democrats are urged to be present.
Land and Mineral Decisions by Woodford D Harlan
Land law notes from Woodford D Harlan Washington DC cover coal lands declaratory statements noting title in US and possession protect title. Contests not dismissed without notice before hearing. Alien entries not void but voidable and records revive land from public domain. Final proof must be published in reputable general circulation paper and proper newspaper. Mineral agricultural townsite conflicts assess mining versus farming value. Mining claim trustees require citizenship proof for entry beneficiaries.
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Woodford D. Harlan
Washington, D. C
United States
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Seward Gateway
Gateway Publishing CO
Seward
Iding
Duluth
Commissioners
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GREAT
Black Forest Customs
Browns
Tawkins
General Merchandise
General Merchant
Alaska Transfer
Chris
Nsen & Laubner
Mai Seward
the Seward Light and Power Company
Fourth Avenue
Adams, Seward, Alaska
California
St. Veaver
Cole
Clayson
Call For Democratic
Frank W. William Company
W. Taylor St
Chicago
Ill
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