Man Who Stood for the Pure and True Lanham
Obituary tribute to S. T. Lanham recounts his rise from modest beginnings to a lengthy public career. It notes his service in Congress and as governor of Texas, his honesty and duty, and the death of his wife after he fell ill. The piece honors his character and faith as he passed into death.
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Samuel Lanham
Sam Lanham
Texas
Congress
South Carolina
Lee
Becaues
Bryan's Chance to Win Amid Party Defections
The piece argues Bryan can still win despite Socialist, Populist, Prohibitionist, Debs, Watson, and Hearst defections. It credits Roosevelt with broadening Bryanism and claims Taft represents vested interests. It contends Roosevelt voters may shift to Bryan, while Taft lacks Roosevelt and Bryan's broad coalition. Knowledge and wisdom distinctions close the excerpt.
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Bryan
Eugene Debs
Tom Watson
Hearst
Democratic
Mr. Bryan
Roosevelt
Mr. Roosevelt
Mr. Taft
Taft
Manger
Bryanism
Wall Street
Debs
Watson
St. Louis Mirror
Three Notions of Knowledge Wisdom and Learning
Fragmentary quote reflects three intertwined concepts learning wisdom and knowledge. The text contrasts traditional beliefs about their distinct roles with the modern view that they converge in practical understanding.
Old Proverbs on Courage, Trust, and Social Cues
A quirky collection of aphorisms and sayings about friendship, repayment, deception, and gendered social expectations. It contrasts caution with bravado and warns against boastful behavior, urging restraint, politeness, and prudent conduct in relationships and financial dealings.
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