Stanford Ends Reconstruction After 1906 earthquake
In 1906 Stanford University faced major quake damage and began a steady rebuilding under a civilian commission. By spring the outer quadrangle buildings were restored with fireproof roofing, while new engineering and woodworking facilities rose nearby to support continued campus growth.
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Stanford University
Memorial Arch
St. Gaudens
America
Leland Stanford, Jr
University
Jordan
Stanford
Thomas Welton
Sdditional
Sun’s Power Revealed Through Timeless Observations
Readers are reminded of the sun’s immense energy as a guiding force in nature and daily life, inviting contemplation of its influence on weather, growth, and timekeeping. The piece reflects on humanity’s enduring search to understand the star’s vital role.
Two Doctors Certify Contrasting Health for Leave
A government clerk describes filing two medical certificates, one health for a life-insurance firm and one illness for two weeks’ leave. He admits mixing them in the mail, sending the health certificate to the insurer and the certificate of illness to his chief.
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It Was Very Long Ago How a Woodcutter Got a New Ax
A man asks the forest trees for an ax handle and they provide a young ash tree. After shaping it, he uses the new handle to felled the forest’s giants. An old oak laments that surrendering rights led to the loss of privileges for all the trees.
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Aesop
Will Clear the Air on Tariff Debate and Party Attitudes
A political column argues the tariff fight should end the old rhetoric and reveal true Democratic and Republican stances. It cites Mr Underwood and other leaders noting few free traders in the Democratic party, while warning against protectionist and revenue only lines. The piece suggests clearer lines will aid future discussions and fairness.
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Underwood
Democratic Party
Republican Party
Gorman
House
Local tariff debate mirrors national question, states unite
The tariff is shown as a local issue across states like Louisiana sugar, South Carolina rice, Alabama coal, Tennessee ore, the west hides, Texas wool, and New England finished goods. The argument links local needs to national strength, seeking a revenue and protection measure fair to producers and consumers amid a looming two month congressional debate.
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Louisiana
South Carolina
Alabama
Tennessee
West
Texas
New England
Charley
Congress
Growth of Protection Sentiment Across Regions
The passage argues protection extends beyond one industry and benefits the broader economy. It notes protection speeds development, multiplies outputs, and now appeals to diverse sectors including cotton. The metaphor of pocket nerves and grass growing suggests widespread, nonpartisan support for protective policy.
Labor Opposes Tariff Plan Faces Steel Wage Clash
Opinion crystallizes on tariff bill proposals with opposition forming around steel and iron cuts. Labor leaders warn drastic reductions threaten American artisans and wages while free hides gain likely acceptance. The piece notes impact on boots leather goods and other sectors as figures await clarification.
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Buffington
Illinois Steel Company
Charles M. Schwab
Amalgamated Steel and Iron Workers
Few Striking Novelties in Payne Tariff Bill
The Payne tariff bill largely preserves existing schedules with limited dramatic changes. Notable shifts occur in iron and steel, timber, wood pulp and paper, and certain foods such as tea cocoa and lemons. Hides join the free list with iron ore, and wood pulp benefits if produced by countries with no export tax. Metals see mostly downward adjustments, viewed as not redefining industry or harming major American interests.
Quick Action Seen Likely on Tariff Schedules
Business leaders press for prompt tariff schedules so commerce and industry know their position. The White House leans toward swift action in both houses as lawmakers, eager to depart Washington for the long winter session, rush to compromise and pass tariff bills quickly.
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White House
Congress
Washington
Income Tax Plan Held in Abeyance
The article notes the income tax proposal will be held in abeyance while Congress tests the new tariff law. If experience shows for more revenue next winter, Congress will be asked to raise funds in that quarter. A nine month discussion is anticipated with expected party differences.
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Congress
Generous Declines Dance Offer in Sharp Exchange
A brief dialogue shows Clarence Dubb asking Miss Sharply for a dance. Miss Sharply firmly declines saying she does not want it. The exchange captures a witty social moment with a crisp back and forth.
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Clarence Dubb
Miss Sharply
A Humorous Legal Exchange About Arson
A joke recounts a lawyer questioning a prisoner about arson and a witness replying that the accusation was a burning shame, highlighting a quip about heat and justice.
Mrs Pray Credits Remedy For Throat Catarrh Relief
Afflicted two years with catarrh of the throat, Mrs. W. Pray of 260 Twelfth Street Brooklyn reports marked improvement after following directions. One bottle used, now on second, throat and head cleared, continues spring tonic dose with no further issues.
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Mrs. W. Pray
Twelfth St
Brooklyn
N. Y
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