Question For Congressional Candidates
The article discusses why voters should question congressional candidates as the Manufacturers' Record notes rising U S population and government expenses between 1900 and 1911. It highlights salaries pensions and presidential office costs, criticizing campaign literature printed at taxpayer expense through the Congressional Record and urging scrutiny of reelection candidates.
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Congressional Record
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Post Office Department
Wilson Campaigning Shows Governor's Pacing and Gaffe-Free Oratory
The piece argues Governor Wilson can shore up support through careful public speaking over the next two months. It praises his measured, studied approach and contrasts it with impromptu, extemporaneous style, citing Fox and Bryan as less reliable in viva voce debates.
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Exas
Charles James Fox
Bryan
New Jersey
Burke's fall from politics and path to rehabilitation
William J. Burke, a former burglar who served time in Massachusetts, rose to Philadelphia politics as an anti-gang candidate. A prison mate threatened exposure, prompting Burke to confess and resign. He hid in New York before returning to face the music, aided by his wife and stepdaughter, and now seeks to prove his honesty through a fresh start in business and public service.
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William J. Burke
Burke
Massachusetts
Philadelphia
New York
Southern Helps Farmers Through New Improvement Department
The Farm Improvement Department of the Southern Railway was formed in Atlanta by thirty men to aid Southeast farmers. Led by President Finley, agents will advise farmers at no cost, expanding prior boll weevil relief efforts across the Southern system with cooperation from the U S Department of Agriculture and state agricultural bodies.
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S Department
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First time women to be real factors in political scene
The newly reorganized Professional Women's Wilson and All League emerges as a national force this fall. Founded by actress Miss Wilshaw, noted for suffrage work during tours with The Coux Last year George Apeiron wrote the suffrage play Snobs featuring a leading role by a prominent actress.
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Luncheon at Fifth Avenue Fashion Spot Sparks Cost Visit
A luncheon held at a renowned Fifth Avenue fashion restaurant in New York drew attendees seeking discussion on the high cost of living. The gathering focused on financial pressures and potential remedies urged by participants.
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Fifth Avenue
New York
Census Puzzle: 20,473,684 Men of 2e in United States
A fragmented OCR line notes a census figure of 20,473,684 men of 2e in the United States and says among whom colonels it is necessary to mention by.
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United States
The Item Expands Reach Through Mexican Affairs Quotation
The Paris edition of the New York Herald on Sunday August 25 carries a quotation from The Item's editorial columns on Mexican affairs. The clipping shows The Item’s growing circulation and influence under its new ownership and management.
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New York Herald
Leo Brown
Europe
Governor Wilson declines to judge baby show
The governor, known for a single focus, chose not to serve as a judge in a local baby show, signaling a cautious approach to public events and personal involvement.
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Wilson
Bank wrecker J G Robin allegedly earned 1 million in prison
Report cites J G Robin the bank wrecker as having made about 1 000 000 while imprisoned. The note adds that most wreckers seek gains from the business, and separate items mention Colonel Watterson and a bad mint bed. The first day of Delaware shooting season injured thirteen sportsmen.
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J. G. Robin
Delaware
Separation of Texas Taxation Proposed by Frank N. Julian
Frank N. Julian former railroad commissioner suggests complete separation of state and local taxes and ending the old general property tax on public service corporations. He cites California as a model and argues state revenue should come from non property levies while local governments tax real and personal property. Experts study the issue, acknowledging need for reform but undecided on best approach.
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State Board of Assessments
The
Journal
Julian
California
Alabama
Mr. Julian
Montgomery Journal
Deratization Advice From Philadelphia Press
The article explains rat behavior and urges targeted traps and baits using attractive morsels and restricted access. It warns against open poison and emphasizes securing food storage, keeping garbage sealed, and avoiding human odor on traps. It advocates permanent eradication by depriving rats of food and shelter.
The Spur of The Moment
A string of humorous vignettes and dialect poetry sketches about rural life. The narrator lampoons vanity, fate, and social quirks with comic asides and playful verse that mix Southern cadence and old timey observations.
Short Stories and Street Scenes From a Busy Town
A collection of satirical vignettes and stray observations includes Tillman and Jey sharing praise for a pamphlet of a speech, pedestrians on the Brooklyn Bridge and a fussy elderly woman challenging a man, plus a quip by Dr Byles about wind and listing. The vignette links Roosevelt and Becker in a brief world note.
Kiss Code Outlined In Hyde Park Court Case
In Hyde Park a man named Batse faced charges of contributing to the delinquency of a 15 year old girl after kissing Minnie Adducci in Pullman Park. Gabe Adducci cited Italian custom demanding parental consent for kisses and urged stricter punishment, but Batse was discharged.
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East Kensington Street
Ton Bret
Hyde Park
Batse
Add
Political satire and campaign jabs across many papers
A collage of quips and opinions from various papers comments on campaigns governors and candidates including Roosevelt Wilson Madero and Colquitt. Noted lines mock recall of judges and speculate on succession with J Alfredder among other witticisms.
Question of Skirts Signals Subtle Fashion Shift
The New York Sun notes fashion will resume on Fifth Avenue yet hints at a gradual change toward closer fitting garments. Paris and Milan show varied trends while women dress for themselves, not admirers, with shopkeepers set to profit as styles evolve.
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Athens
Place de la Constitution
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National Museum
Trieste
Milan
Piazza del Duomo
Venice
St. Mark’s Square
Paris
Unnecessary Noises in City Life Dialogue
Baltimore readers debate city noise as an everyday nuisance. The piece argues pavements and bells create constant rattle and bang while automotive mufflers spark protest from doctors and citizens. It cites German examples to illustrate tolerances for loud din.
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