Free Trade Spirit Denounces McKinley Shielding Protection
A Toledo Bee critique claims misrepresentation of McKinley’s Buffalo speech to favor free trade in installments. It argues reciprocity aligns with protection since duties on noncompetitive goods remain, cites 1890 and 1897 acts, and labels the Bee’s framing as vulgar deceit fueling political vitriol after the president’s shooting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McKinley
Toledo, O
Buffalo
Trusts
Republican Party
Blaine
Dingley
Iowa
The
Bee
Protection and Prices in the Carpet Industry
Fifty years ago ninety percent of carpets in the United States were imported. Now ninety percent are made domestically. Capital in carpets rose from 4 million to 50 million dollars, output from 5 to 75 million dollars, and 415,000 workers are employed. Tariff protection is credited for growth, investment, wages, and lower prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George McNeil
W. & J. Sloane
United States
Grant Finds Friendly Russian Attitude Toward United States
General Grant’s return from Russia reveals a generally amicable stance toward the United States among Russia’s upper and middle classes. He notes no appetite for European tariff alliances against America and expresses hope that a sugar tariff dispute will not sour long standing commercial ties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Russia
Germany
F. D. Grant
Notable Visitor Reflects On Russia Progress Since 1872
A Chicago Journal report notes remarks on material and social progress observed since the last visit to Russia in 1872, reflecting on changes and impressions from the recent visit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Russia
Chicago
Journal
Barley tariff debate cited by free trade advocate
A Philadelphia Press summary defends General Grosvenor’s barley tariff stance. It notes pre 1890 Canada barley imports at over 11 million bushels worth about 7 million dollars, while recent years show under 200 thousand bushels. The piece argues removing the tariff would benefit Canadian farmers and harm U.S. growers, given 1900 exports reached 23.66 million bushels.
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General Grosvenor
Canada
Grosvenor
Babcock
Philadelphia Press
Something Doing Under Dingley Law in Industrial Era
The phrase something doing shifts from slang to a real effect under Dingley law. It means hundreds of thousands of workers retain continuous employment, manufacturers post gains, railroads move more freight, and farmers feed millions of prosperous industrial workers. It contrasts with nothing doing in Wilson era.
Wealthy Ohio shoemaker faces blackmail after prison confession
Robert F. Wolfe of Columbus, a prominent shoemaker and president of Wolfe Brothers Company, revealed his early imprisonment in Indiana to avoid further extortion. Once jailed for assault with intent to kill, he fled, was recaptured, and later rebuilt his life, amassing an estate of about $500,000. The confession ended years of blackmail attempts.
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Robert F. Wolfe
Columbus
Ohio
Indiana
Lfe
Mr. Wolfe
Wolfe Brothers’ Company
Wolfe
Gypsy Queen Myra White Said Wealthy Leader of 5000
In Kenosha Wisconsin Myra White known as the Queen of the Gypsies travels with a contingent of followers. She claims a magnificent Terre Haute home yet lives in a painted wagon during warm months. Her realm reportedly shelters 5000 subjects with guaranteed winter roofs and summer meals.
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Kenosha
Wis
Myra White
Miss White
Terre Haute
Ind
Lake Shore
Worries of a Troubled Treasury Secretary Gage
Discussion notes Secretary Gage faces two economic pressures under different policies. Under Democratic free trade the deficit grows with time, while under Republican protection the surplus swells in the treasury. The piece contrasts these scenarios to emphasize his difficulties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cleveland
Treasury
Campaigns and tariffs hurt American workers in 1892 and now
The speaker recalls the 1892 Democratic pledge to reduce tariffs to let European goods undersell American ones. When implemented, factories closed and hundreds of thousands lost work. He asks what workers think of repeating that remedy today and implies continued risk to jobs.
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Europe
Why Not Credit for Dingley Act in Economic Talk
The author argues that anti tariff opponents blame the Dingley Act for job and money shortages, but contends the act should receive some credit for improving conditions. The piece invites fair assessment of tariffs in today’s economy.
Sugar duty relief and wage scenario for a worker
A hypothetical sees a workman saving 5.70 dollars yearly if raw sugar duties vanished and, through changes in his business, earning 1.75 dollars a day instead of 250. This contrasts modest gains with drastic wage shifts, illustrating hypothetical economic effects.
Rights of Americans Abroad Assertion of Safe Passage
A Nimphia Commercial Appeal piece argues that governments must protect foreigners and fulfill obligations to them. It says an American citizen should be allowed to travel freely in civilized countries, provided they observe local laws, and any attempt to restrict that right should be met with strong rebuke.
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Nimphia
Kate Bere
Lydia FE. Pinkham
Poultry Market Sags As Poor Stock Floods Denver
The Denver Record-Stockman reports a glut of poor quality poultry depressing prices and stalling markets, with buyers wary of inferior stock unsuited for freezing. It notes hopes for East bred long-tongued honey bees to boost Colorado production and quality, plus two stereopticon lectures on bee breeding at the Beekeepers’ convention in Denver.
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Denver
State House
Colorado
Conditions of Corn Crop October Report Summary
The October crop report shows the national average corn condition at 52.1, up from 51.7 last month, and below the ten year October mean of 81.8. Individual states vary with Indiana to Nebraska reporting higher, Ohio higher, Iowa lower, while the South and certain others show declines from September 1. The national October average marks the lowest on record, surpassing the 1894 low of 64.2.
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Indiana
Illinois
Missouri
Kansas
Nebraska
Ohio
Iowa
Texas
South
North Carolina
Louisiana
Mississippi
Arkansas
South Carolina
Georgia
Florida
Alabama
Virginia
Tennessee
Wentucky
Forests and Snow Keep Colorado Streams Even Flowing
Prof. L. G. Carpenter of Colorado Agricultural College reports mountains streams are mainly fed by snow melt in early irrigation. Diurnal flow fluctuations shrink with forest cover, cloudiness reduces variation, and retained forest lowers peak daily swings, aiding headgate regulation and steady ditch flow. loss of forest raises variation, lowers summer and winter flows, and harms irrigated agriculture.
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L. G. Carpenter
Colorado Agricultural College
Colorado
Rearing of Hot-House Lambe Techniques for Early Lamb Rearing
Early lamb raising hinges on careful ewe selection with strong, broad backed ewes and lively movement. Use pure bred bucks and increase grain feeding before and during service. Provide dry sheds and good daytime range, with exercise. assist weak lambs promptly using cow milk and whiskey drops.
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Free Trade Spirit
Panorama
Conundrum
Kate Berg
Knights of Pythias
Commercial Hotel
Minneapolis
Minn
Lydia E. Pinkham
W. L. Douglan
L. Douwlae
Douglan
W. J. Dougines
Gator W. L. Deouzins
Chirao
Dinglan
Chtica
W. L. Douglas
Brockton
Mass
Winchester
Coffer
Libby
Libby's
McHeill & Libby
Chicago, Ills
A.J. Tower CO
Boston
Denver Directory
Muelly
Lanmer
Teavene
Colorado Tent & Awning CO
Robert
Gatahall, Pree
West
Lawrence
Enver
Brown Palace
Ssevzss
Biopean Sean
Xford Hotel
Pacae C. A. Morsa
Depot
E. E. Burlingame 4&4 CO
ASD
Lawrence Se
Denver, Cole
E. J Arnold & Co
Norst Building
St. Louis
McKintey
Excelsior
Ufeincs
Cola
Parcs
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