Political Turmoil and Party Conflicts in Earlier Era
Long excerpted column notes political factionalism amid the Supreme Court decisions on railroad cases, Hearst reforms, tariff disputes, and Roosevelts Justice stance. It cites Aldrich currency bill, coal miners strike, and party infighting. Mentions Cannon, Taft, Pinchot, Hanna, and territorial statehood debates shaping political mood.
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California
Wyoming
Clifford Pinchot
Bureau of Forestry
Roosevelt
Department of Justice
Coal Trust
May 6 in History highlights and events
On May 6 historical figures are noted including the death of Father Xavier de Lavalle Montmorenci first Catholic bishop of Canada born 1623 and the birth of Andre Massena Napoleon’s marshal born 1758 died 1817. Also Bret Harte and General Oku are mentioned with dates and a note of astronomical events including a sunset and moon conjunction with Jupiter occurring after 9 p m.
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Xavier de Lavalle Montmorenci
Canada
Andre Massena
Napoleon
von Humboldt
Bret Harte
F. Bret Harte
Oku
Linotung
Penfinsula
Port Arthur
Political tensions fuel reform push amid Roosevelt era critique
The piece asserts seven years of Roosevelt and ten years of Republican rule bred trusts and financial panic. It notes John Sharp Williams as Democratic leader filibustering until reform bills reach committees. It accuses Republicans of backing the Aldrich currency bill and stifling reform, with mention of Rose Cox of Cincinnati allegedly pressuring for a Taft delegation.
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Roosevelt
John Sharp Willams
Dozens of styles range in price ten cents to four dollars
A brief catalog note lists dozens of item styles with prices from ten cents up to four dollars, indicating a diverse selection and affordable options for shoppers.
A Powerful Navy a Guarantee of Peace
A 1908 Chicago letter argues unpreparedness harms defense, urging a strong fleet as national security. It warns coast defenses alone fail and cites Japan as a hypothetical invader, emphasizing wealth and power temptations and the need for a formidable naval force.
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Chicago
Alk
Japan
Pacific
Rocky Mountains
Nation defense urged to match growing navies
A letter from the National Farmers' Association urging Theodore Roosevelt to expand the U S Navy cites recent global power shifts and Monroe Doctrine poles, arguing a strengthened fleet is essential for national protection and hemispheric security amid rising naval capabilities. It reflects agricultural leadership backing a robust defense program.
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Amin
Ritesit
China
Patriotc
Cuba
Shain
United Jtaten
Cube
Panama Canal
Hemisphere
Congress
National Farmers’ Association
Theodore Roosevelt
Preaklent
Washington, D. C
HH. Carr
Pres
Treas
Militia Called In Darbyville After Shooting Threats
The report notes militia involvement as authorities seek to deter further violence. Devaney, previously jailed, is identified as a violent figure by locals. Darbyville residents report warnings to guards guarding Tiedwecht against potential attacks amid the unrest.
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Devaney
Darbyville
Dar- Vinton
John Hancock
Mins Devaney Hyew
Denver Debates Arrangements for Democratic National Convention
Denver plans $100000 from Hoover for convention entertainments as delegates and visitors prepare for the Democratic National Con vention in May. The city touts elaborate festivities and a Civic League backed effort to make Denver the hub for major U.S. political gatherings, listing national committee members and local supporters.
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Denver
Colo
Democratic National Committee
Thome Tagart
Indiana
Urey Woodson
Kentucky
Alabama
H. C
Clayton
Alaska
Arthur &. Dalany
Arizona
Hen M. Urawsont
Arkanen
Williavn J. Martin
California
MF. Tarpey
Colorado
Johan
Mullins
Cuimings
Delaware
RK R. Kennies
District of Columbia
James
Ie Norris
Florida
Jefferson B. Keowne
Georgia
Clark Howell
Hawaii
Palmer
Woods
Idaho
Simon P. Donnelly
Ilinois
Roger C, Sullivan
Indian Territory
R. J. Williams
Lowe
Charles A
Waleh Koning
John 11
Atwood
Lote Jana
Noc
Noc, Manefords Maryland, 4 V. Baughman; Massachusetts, Wiliam A. Gaston
Michigan
Campau
Minnesota
Sony Mimantpps
A. Williams
Missouri
Willian A. Rothwell
Montana
Death from scratching a pimple reported in Zanesville
Zanesville May 26 Clarence Haik inson 20 of New Lexington died at Good Samaritan hospital yesterday from blood poisoning after scratching a facial pimple with a fingernail.
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Zanesville
Clarence Haikinson
New Lexington
Good Samaritan
Dhy
Eloper Recounts Abuse After Elopement In Margeville
Merle, a 14 year old daughter, eloped with a neighbor from Margeville. Her letter to her father alleges mistreatment and urges return. Willem Sea man left Illinois to retrieve Merle following the dispute and age considerations.
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Margeville
Willemh Seaman
Ilnois
Nia
Merle
Denver urged as next meeting place for national conventions
The article extols Denver as the likely site for the Democratic National Convention and other major gatherings, claiming four years of effort to capture the convention circuit. It praises Colorado scenery, the Continental Divide views, and Denver’s climate, asserting experts predict it will host the next big meeting with significant regional appeal.
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United States
Denver
Affort
Matterhorn
Alps
Colorado
Tts
Canvan
Iearth
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A. D. Holland
Béditor
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Foraker
Supreme Court
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North Carolina
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Mr. Hearst
Uncle Sam
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Uncle Joe
Taft
United
Mmi Holf
Kaiser
Todd
the Kaiser
Tarif
Repubican Party
Hanna
T. Smith
Miles Longshore
W. C. Wottring
W. 8. Spencer
Curtis Morrow
RE. F. Tittelbaugh
U. S. Justice
George W. Dwyer
Or Sherif, John G. Stark
Henry Seltor
Bamuel Creasap
A. H. Trout
Por Infirmary
Charles Freeman
Bamuel Bader
Georged Weldemaler
W. H. Hinkllin
Packers’ Combine
Rose Cox
Cincinnati
Ohio
POST
G. Wiant
Democrat
Lina
Berlin
Fedal
Joseph W. Folk
Petur
National Committee
Mexico
H. B. Ferguson
New York
N. EB. Mack
Josephus Daniels
North Dakota
H. D. Allert
Obie
John R. Mclean
Oklahonm
Ro A. Billups
Vennsylvania
J. M. Guey
Rhode Island
GW. Greene
South Carolina
TR. Milman
South Dakota
W. 8. Johnson
Tenneswee
Re E. Mountcastle
Texas
Ro M. Johnson
Dion
D. H. Peery
Vermont
B. B. Smalley
Virignia
J. Taylor Ellyson
Washington
John YY
Terry
West Virginia
John T. McGraw
Wisconsin
Ryan
Osborne
Royal
Eloper
McClain
J. ©. Dahlman
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John H. Nennis
New Hampshire
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Dorris
New Jersey
W. B. Gourley
Marion and
Esther Cleveland
Cleveland
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Panama
Copenhagen
D.B. Goodsell
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