Witte Rise from Obscurity to Russian Statesman
A profile of Serge Witte tracing his ascent from modest origins in Trans-Caucasia to powerful influence as Russia’s finance minister and adviser to the czar. It highlights his early railway work, rise after railway mishaps, role in the Trans-Siberian project, and pivotal leadership at the Portmouth peace conference while facing a turbulent political landscape.
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St Petersburg
Ministry of Finance
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Far East
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St Peterburg
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Salt Lake Tribune
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In Society
A terse quote about status and invisibility in social circles from Town Topics.
Uncle Joe Cannon’s Startling Readiness for Next Congress
Washington letter notes the aging but vigorous 69 year old “Uncle Joe” Cannon already acting as speaker in all but name. He arranges committees and seeks good positions while meeting with members and listening for places on key panels.
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L White Busbey Named Speaker's Secretary And Tactful Advisor
The speaker's right hand man in forming committees is his secretary L White Busbey a tactful longtime journalist with wide public contacts. He grasps all pending public business knows whom to admit and what topics to discuss, and can gently deny audiences when needed. Busbey is an authority on tariff and financial matters and accompanied President McKinley on campaigns.
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McKinley
Clerk of the Speaker's Table And Parliaments Expert
The article profiles Asher C. Hinds the Clerk at the Speaker's Table a master of parliamentary rules and precedents. It notes his move to Washington to serve Speaker Reed and cites Reed crediting Hinds with aiding rapid decisive decisions in parliament. Hinds a native of Maine began his study in the Maine legislature and earned broad recognition.
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Maine
The Secretary and the Tin Can on the Shelf
An elderly lady visits a senator's office and refuses to reveal her business to the secretary. The secretary warns callers to state their needs, sparking a sharp exchange. The woman storms out, vowing not to return.
False Tales of Civil War Punishments Debunked
Corporal Tanner labels a western branding tale a fake and recalls milder penalties used in the 1860s, including wearing a Thief placard and drumming out camp. He notes bucking and gagging, bayonet crosses, and running the gauntlet as now obsolete reminiscences recalled to enliven veterans’ camp fires.
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Grand Army of the Republic
Tanner
Lean Chicken Demand Sparks Abrupt Car Fare Clash
A provision dealer misreads Mrs Newlywed and questions her lean chicken choice. She insists neither she nor Mr Newlywed eat chicken fat and refuses to pay for items they dislike. The exchange continues as they refuse extra charges while a companion taunts them.
Reading and Obeying the Law Lesson Thn
The lesson outlines Nehemiah 8 18 a revival reading the law by Ezra with joy and understanding. It notes the Feast of Tabernacles and the participants the priests levites and leaders guiding the people through the law and prayers.
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Womanly Mannishness and Modern Feminine Pursuits
A satirical look at the fear of women adopting masculine traits yet embracing sports like hockey and pursuing intellectual activities. The piece notes mixed hockey fans and a rise in lectures while contrasting Canton’s spinning maiden festival and a wry line about mistletoe pricing.
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London Exchange
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Wakefield youths win medal for refraining from smoking
J D Sliney and H O Hinckley of Wakefield Massachusetts receive $10 and certificates from the selectmen for not smoking chewing or drinking until age 21. The prize fund was left by Jonathan Nichols for this purpose.
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Wakefield
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The Genius Idea and a Lost Genius Claim
An old man notes that all the boys are doing well except James who idles. He jokes James tries to be one of the incomprehensible geniuses. The quote appears in the Atlanta Constitution. The piece reflects on perception and the idea that true seeing comes from the mind, not the eye, per Success Magazine.
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Serge Wulevitch Witte
New York Times
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Titis
James
Atlanta Constitution
Markets in New York and Cleveland on December 5 1905
A snapshot of regional prices with New York showing steady flour and mixed grain values, cattle and hog ranges, and lambs rising to near 8.25. Cleveland notes softer wheat and corn, firmer butter and cheese, and cattle and hog figures across grades.
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