Trade policy and copper trusts in the 19th century debate
A dense discussion argues that tariffs and export power shape domestic prices. It cites copper and leather industries, noting export prices often match or exceed home prices, while some textiles report higher abroad. Data from multiple establishments illustrate export-driven pricing and policy implications for labor and manufacturing.
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United ‘States
Wien
Watterson Shifts Stance on Philippine Policy
The Grand Rapids Herald notes Henry Watterson's changing position from supporting McKinley’s policy to urging withdrawal from the Philippines. It contrasts his early advocacy for American civilization with a now expedient call to find a way out, alongside figures like Edward Atkinson and Brother Bryan.
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Watterson
Henry Watterson
Edward Atkinson
Bryan
Philippines
McKinley
Kiney
Grand Rapite Herald
Unclear OCR fragment on trade policy and prices
Fragmentary text discusses goods sold abroad versus at home, export impacts, and price dynamics. Mentions industrial reform and a Democratic committee with references to United States prices and foreign purchases. Limited readable details prevent a full event narrative.
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Avorree
United States
New York
Reform of the tariff by the friends of reform
The text laments tariff reform and party politics, arguing that protection is needed in national business and criticizing reform plans. It implies the Democratic party will be called upon for protection, warning against what it calls dishonest reform rhetoric.
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United State
Despcratic Party
Tie Ee Wiles
Southern Democrats' voting habits and prejudices described
A reader from Valiny Mille Texas argues Southern Democrats vote their prejudices rather than convictions. He notes many will vote against Republicans but some will not vote, hoping the Republican presidential candidate is not elected, reflecting party loyalties and preconceptions.
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Thin Paper
Uchet
Valiny Mille
Tex
Are They Getting Tired Politicians Free Trade Debate
A fragmented sentence hints at voters tiring of prosperity and politics over free trade. The text mentions a Pad Republican and general public weariness with economic policy. The source is incomplete and lacks concrete events or names.
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Tinneela
Two Love Stories as Society Sags and Hearts Seek Work
In a social tale of romance and disillusion a wealthy young man pleads for love over a glittering life. My Lady leaves high society for a western farm where she observes sturdy pioneer life and a budding romance between John and Mary amid hardship and mortgage strain.
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Joseph Gregory
Daily Stary Tye. Co
Percy
Margery
Buret
Balla
Aisners
John
Mary
Uoder
Abe
Modern Jacob and Rachael In Blue Ridge Echoes
The dialogue follows John and Mary as they argue and confess feelings amid tension. John pleads forgiveness and promises patience while Mary urges caution due to time and growing distance. She later sends a telegram reading Coma to Percy Van Slack, ending a strained scene.
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Jacob
Rachael
Percy van Slack
Last Words of Webster Cited in Arlington Tale
A New York man recalls a Washington neighbor’s tale about Daniel Webster’s death. He describes Webster’s drinking, the physician’s plea for restraint, and Webster’s last words I still live uttered as he sought one final drink before dying within an hour.
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A. IH. McRae
New York
Webster
Indy
Websters
Washington
Min
Sam Jones admonishes reporters on misquoting sermons
A Baltimore physician recalls Sam Jones at Emory Grove camp criticizing newspaper reports of his sermons. He says reporters pick quotes, string them, and misrepresent the Bible. He cites verses about Judas and the command to “do likewise,” warning such treatment is unfair.
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Sam Jones
Baltimore
Baltimore Sun
Georgia
Jones
Emory Grove Camp
Judas
A Sailor's Summons Amid White Mist and Waves
A fragmentary verse recalls a sailor's summons as white mist or rain swirls about Tar Heel, with a birdlike call and the sea's heavy swell. The speaker imagines a beacon and a guiding ship's stem, seeking a path through dark waters toward a beloved scene.
Country School Visit Yields Simple Farm Lesson
A rural teacher guides a group of visitors through a small country school scene. Young Thomas, challenged about farm animals, names cats dogs and women, prompting amused disbelief and a gentle correction from the party.
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Maine
Thomas
Dave
Senator Beveridge and Allison clash over Errors Chain dispute
A heated exchange in a restaurant pits Senator Beveridge against Senator Allison over the book Errors Chain. Beveridge, once a book agent, recalls pushing the religious work as a tool to influence families and school choices, while Allison accuses him of circulating the pamphlet. Beveridge concedes, joking about a private, hall conversation to avoid public uproar.
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Allison
Beveridge
Tis
Dew Moines
Alilson
Alilson Interrupted Him and In Tie Fatherly Way Asked: “Heyorilgy
Towat
Indiana
Tiger in the Tiger Cage Irish Prank Ends in Fear
Natives of the Emerald Isle stage a comic ruse with Patsy Flannigan dressing as a tiger via a lion skin. The tiger fears him, Patsy prays in Irish, and the keeper threatens harm as the crowd witnesses the bizarre scene.
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Emerald Isle
Patay Flannigan
Flavalgan
Patsy
Olrish
Abe Gruger’s Constituent Tricks Vet with Ten Dollar Loan
A constituent of Abe Gruger sought a ten dollar loan with a promise of work in sight. He soon returned, despondent, needing another ten after swallowing the first ten in a comic twist. Gruger lent a quartet of dollars and advised a remedy as he watched the man head downstairs.
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Gruger
New York Times
Frock Coat Fiasco Jolts Touring Queensland Play
A touring theatrical company in Queensland faced a comic disaster when only one frock coat was available for both the doctor and the villain. The moment demanded bandentts from the royal police station, which failed to fit the scene as the coat remained locked on the villain. The doctor improvises explaining he arrived in rain and left his coat outside to dry.
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Queensland
Inn
Royal Police Station
Wakting
Fragmented Verse Notes From a Turbulent Page
The text presents distorted poetic fragments naming trees, glens, and a figure called Pilgrima. Vague phrases evoke a haunted landscape with wooden forms and murmured sighs, suggesting a mood rather than a clear narrative or event.
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