Underwood Tariff Talk Called Cheap Wraptrap by Critics
The editorial denounces Representative Underwood's tariff claims as distorted and misleading. It argues tariffs tax imports rather than domestic goods, guarding American wages and prices, and asserts protection keeps markets from flood with cheaper imports. It labels the Democratic argument as worn and ineffective.
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Underwood
House of Representatives
America
Fairness Toward Negroes in Taft Administration Fight
A editorial attacks Attorney General Wickersham for opposing southern prejudice and for backing equal rights for African Americans. It supports Taft and Lincoln’s ideals, condemning the bar association’s revocation of three colored members and urging repudiation by lawyers nationwide. It frames the issue as a test of constitutional equality and justice.
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Taft
Wickersham
American Bar Association
Massachusetts
Apa
Roosevelt
The
Bar Association
United States
Lewis
Lincoln
Wilson Fall Frost Prompted by Vermont Vote
The Free Trade Evening Post presents figures claiming if all states voted like Vermont in November Taft would win the entire electoral college. It notes Bryan and Parker won in August but faced heavy ballot totals in November as Wilson trails behind.
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Free Trade Evening Post
Vermont
Free Trade Evening ‘Post
Taft
Bryan
Parker
Wilson
Wilson explains repeal of all protective tariff laws
In 1882 Woodrow Wilson argues for a revenue only tariff, condemning protective duties as bounties that harm employment and commerce. He says protection builds local industries at the expense of broader trade and favors free interstate and international exchange. He notes logical fairness in restricting goods across states if abroad duties exist.
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Woodrow Wilson
Tariff Board
England
Garland
Wilson appears changed from pre convention persona
An editorial critiques Dr. Wilson, noting a shift from a scholarly, frank figure to a partisan candidate. It warns that his speeches soften truth for political gain and contrasts his pre Baltimore image with his post nomination rhetoric, calling the change sad and troubling.
Lincoln Lyceum warning on dangerous ambition
The excerpt cites Mr. Lincoln's Springfield speech warning that a gifted but ambitious individual could seek distinction and undermine government. It warns the public must be united and loyal to laws to thwart such a figure, deeming the scenario highly dangerous.
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Lincoln
Young Men’s Lyceum
Springfield
Taft Signaled Support for Pension Bill Despite Opposition Rumors
John McElroy and John R. King defend President Taft against claims he opposed the May 11 pension bill. They note widespread public demand, support from 27 state legislatures, and Taft’s prompt signing after returning to Washington. Eye-witness details recount the final minutes before midnight.
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Morgan
Grand Army of the Republic
William H. Taft
Congress
Senate
Capitol
Invalid Pensions Committee
House
John R. King
Slaybaugh
Potomac
E. S. Godfrey
Arizona
Granville C. Fiske
Massachusetts
N.H. Kingman
South Dakota
N. P. Kingsley
Pennsylvania
Crane
McCumber
Curtis
Smoot
Burnham
Princeton
N. J
Washington
White House
John M’elroy
National Tribune
Speak Out for Wilson Foretells Rough Road to 1912 Nomination
The New York World presses for a strong direct statement from Woodrow Wilson on major issues. It criticizes his vague campaign rhetoric and suggests voters want a decisive man, not platitudes, as 1912 draws near. The piece notes Wilson’s past harsh views on immigration and politics, arguing he may be afraid to speak out on navy and tariff questions. The public seeks a clear leader, not empty talk.
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New York World
Woodrow Wilson
Alton B. Parker
Metropolitan Opera
World Office
Wilson
Marshall
Europe
Congress
United States
Poland
Hungary
Italy
White House
Playing the Game Taft Criticism Beyond Political Fans
A historical note on the phrase playing the game used to critique President Taft. The line is often voiced by professional politicians and echoed by those who rely on estimates of political maneuvering.
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Taft
New York Factory Under Fire Over Night Work For Women
State factory investigating committee finds harsh conditions at Auburn mill owned by International Harvester. Women, many young, work all night amid oil dust in dark rooms with heavy hemp loads and no relief for hours. George W. Perkins defends policy blaming government for business burdens.
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New York State
The
International Harvester Company
Committee
New York
Osborne Twine Company
Auburn
N. Y
George W. Perkins
Theodore Roosevelt
Republican Party
Mille
New York Times
Mark Twain
George W. Per Idna
Taft and Roosevelt debated as public service versus game playing
The author contrasts Taft with political gamesmanship and questions funding sources for Theodore Roosevelt amid Republican scrutiny. It argues Taft’s approach is serious public service while others treat politics as sport and warns about undisclosed wealth backing Roosevelt’s campaign.
Wilson viewed as free trader by labor in 19th century critique
The Trenton Gazette critiques Woodrow Wilson as aloof from ordinary workers, noting his Scotland sock purchases and a life shaped by education and literature. It argues his tariff views harm American industry and wages, citing past free trade periods and urging self preservation against his policies.
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Wilson
Scotland
Woodrow Wilson
Trenton Gazette
Durbin Seen as Patriot and Progressive Fighter in Indiana
The piece extols Winfield T. Durbin as a patriot and progressive for Indiana, highlighting his Civil War service as a youth, Spanish American War leadership as a colonel, and governorship where he vetoed a costly railway consolidation bill. It condemns demagoguery and credits him with deeds over words, portraying him as a trusted public servant aligned with reforms backed by the people.
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Peru
Madison County
Joss
Indiana
Winfield Tourhitn
Republic
Winfield T. Durbin
Marion
TAIRA
TMT
Nuehin
Winfield Durbin
Morgan
Evansville
Minority support evident in Michigan primary analysis
The Republican State Committee argues that the proportion of voters backing the movement is a small minority and that Michigan primary results would largely substantiate this view if a vote were held.
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Michigan
Republican State Committee
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