Republican chaff and Maine Vermont politics bicker
In a Challis mail notice era column, the piece mocks Republican chatter about Taggart of Indiana and Sheehan of New York arguing. It notes Taggart and Sheehan work well together, with Taggart lively and Sheehan cautious, each performing their roles. The piece critiques election rhetoric and signals no real quarrel between the two.
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Taggart
Indiana
Mr. Sheehan
New York
Sheehan
Mr. Taggart
Taft’s language policy mocked as failed colonial tool
The speaker argues Secretary Taft erred in demanding English for Filipinos noting no nation ever imposed a language by force or schooling. Spain’s centuries-long Spanish effort left the archipelago largely vernacular, including Manila, and stripping natives of their tongue is deemed madness as a vernacular persists.
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Taft
Spain
Manila
Chinese Americans face change as Bow-Wong Woy clan grows
The Bow-Wong Woy clan, with about 10,000 members, operates among Chin ese in America. The group practices cutting the sacred queue and wearing hair short, signaling progress and aiming to shield Chinese in the United States from discrimination.
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Bow-Wong Woy Clan
America
Judge Parker Alters Acceptance Speech On Independence
Judge Parker revises his speech replacing self government with independence for the Filipinos. The change places him clearly with anti imperialist factions and aligns his stance with their demand for national sovereignty.
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Parker
Tribune Lists New York Millionaires Behind Judge Parker
A New York Tribune note questions the completeness of its rich men list backing Judge Parker, saying the compiled names are only a fraction of the newspaper's own rich New York supporters. The item hints at broader backing among the city’s wealthy.
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New York Tribune
New York
Judge Parker
the Tribune
Amador protests Roosevelt on Panama treaty interpretation
President Amador of Panama organizes a mass meeting to protest indignantly against President Roosevelt’s view of the Panama treaty. The interpretation anchors the canal strip as U S property for postal and customs services and other financial relations, raising questions about the reach of international eminent domain.
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Amador
Panama
Roosevelt
Panama Canal Strip
United States
Judge Bronson Sees Narrow Losses Ahead in Governor Race
The report notes that four years after McKinley carried Connecticut against Bryan by 28,570, Judge Bronson was defeated for governor by 14,402. It argues that if Bronson is nominated again this year, he has a strong chance to win.
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McKinley
Connecticut
Bryan
Judge Bronson
Campaign timing hints at October showdown
The article notes the Republican campaign has started while the Democratic contest is postponed to October. Judge Parker aims for a brief, sharp fight after the September elections, hoping for fruitful results. President may face defeat for his sake. St Louis hosts included lavish receptions for Miss Alice and her brothers.
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St. Louis
St. Petersburg
Vienna
Alice
Cabinet Speech Expert Likely to Be Called Off
A note notes a single expert in the President's cabinet, described as noble and accomplished, with the likelihood that they will be called off after the first round.
Political row highlights odd ballot age and rank ideas
The piece contrasts Senator Fairbanks clinging to office after a vice presidential nomination with Judge Parker resigning a life post and vowing no second term if elected. It urges an anti-race death bill and outlines Georgia type policies: poll tax ban for fathers, ranks by children, and ex officio governor staff for large families.
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Fairbanks
Parker
Georgia
Diamonds left in London hotel prompt bemused question
A Boston woman reportedly stored a quart of diamonds in a London hotel and wired the proprietor to keep them until she visits next summer. The anecdote evokes a satirical remark on American affluence and perceptions of wealth abroad.
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Boston
London
Secretary Hay and Neutrality Amid Japanese Invasion
A critical assessment questions Secretary Hay on how his neutrality policy holds as Japan invades Chinese ports, effectively eroding the proclaimed stance. The piece portrays his efforts as faltering and suggests neutrality is collapsing under current events.
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Hay
Japan
Critique of newspapers opposing Democratic party platform
The Coeur d'Alene Press calls certain Idaho papers loyal to none, accusing them of opposing Democratic convention tickets and platform while chasing patronage. It singles out The Evening Capital News of Boise as never having supported Democratic tickets or principles since its founding as an evening daily.
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Coeur d'Alene
Democratic Party
Evening Capital News
Boise
Mugwump newspapers and gold demonetization fears
The piece attacks a state paper as a mugwump, criticizing its abuse of Democratic nominees and platforms. It warns bankers in the East may demonetize gold and foresees public unrest if gold is limited. It discusses silver’s fallback, government money, and the power of a majority to shape monetary policy and public utilities, questioning future political outcomes.
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Democratic Party
East
Congress
Goodwin's Weekly
David B Hill to retire from politics after January 1
Former governor and senator David B Hill announces he will retire from politics after January 1 next year. Hill, long active in public life, signals stepping back from elected office and public service roles.
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David B. Hill
Heitfeld Anticipated To Win North State Wide
Henry Heitfeld seeks the governorship on the democratic ticket with strong northern support. Custer county is expected to deliver a big majority for Heitfeld. Cattle and horse growers wary of Gooding s two mile limit law may vote Heitfeld. Labor groups backing Heitfeld view Gooding as weak and not carrying his party locally.
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Henry Heitfeld
Idaho
Custer County
Heitfeld
Gooding
Organized
McGee placer claim labor notice in Idaho 1904
Notice of labor and improvements expended to hold the McGee placer claim in Yankee Fork Mining District Custer County Idaho. It states $100 in 1904 labor and improvements, and warns co owners must contribute within ninety days or their share becomes the property of the subscribing co owner. Dated 1904 with first publication Sept 6.
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Camille Richard
Aanheus
Witone
McGor Pinewr Calia
Jontan Creek
Croek
Bixmarek
Estos Mougatatos
Yankee Fork
Custer County
Dee
Notice of Attachment in Blaine County Court case
District Court in Idaho Blaine county issues attachments against J J Hastings Lyttleton Price Wayne Darlington and A Reed in Vanlley Creek Mine matter. Publication date August 2 1904. further notice August 20 1904. Also an employment ad seeks a trustworthy lady manager for a Chicago house with salary and expenses.
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District Court of the
Fourth Judiciale
Idaho
Maine
A. L. Benner
Hiram Meacham
Coartners
Rm Hue
Kenner & Meachim
Pinintius
Hastings
Lyttleton Price
Wayne Darlington
A.L. Reed
Partners
Vanlley Creek
Fourth Judicial District
Ilabo
Blaine County
J. J. Hastings
Heed
Sind
House of Sell
Notice to Creditors in Wood Estate Idaho
In the Probate Court of Caster county Idaho the estate of Benjamine Franklin Wood deceased is publishing a notice by the executrix Sarah F Wood. Creditors and claimants must exhibit claims with vouchers within four months after first publication dated Sept 6 1904 to the executrix at Clayton Idaho the place for business of the estate.
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Caster County
Idaho
Benjamine Franklin Wood
Clayton
Wuld
Divorce Suit Seeks Custody and Matrimonial Decree
The Idaho District Court in Custer County issues a summons in a divorce action brought by the plaintiff seeking dissolution of marriage, custody of the child, and other relief. The defendant is required to appear and answer within specified days. failure will lead to default judgment. First publication August 16, 1904.
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Sixth Judicial District
State of
Idaho
Custer
Dininti
Plata
Platatist
Guster
Geo
Keyes
Henley
Plainum
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Messender
M. M. Sweet, Proprietor
Challis
Park
Henry G. Daves
Vermont
Bishop Potter
Fou
Reptempter
Noth
Department of the Interior
Lad Omioe
Halley
Tdi
Pettler
L. H. Johnston
U. S
aMce
William G, Short
NW Nwy
Nwsw
Michael McGovern
Ida
William J. Hammond
Simon P. Jones
Sis
George A. Bills
N. J. Sharp
Register
Sarah F. Wood
District Court of the Sixth Judicial District
State of Idaho
Ella B. Seager
Maintitt
Seager
Dotendant
RN. Hout
R.N. Hull
General Merchant
Custercounes
William Buster
Prop
Rchie
General Nerchandis
Crockery, Hardwat Challis, Idaho
J. W. Crossy
Custer, Idaho
General Merchandise
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