Disposition to meet canal questions and political musings
A collage of 1901 Notes includes England’s openness to canal compromise, North West overcoats versus linen dusters, Dr. F H Keer foot’s death, a fireproof New York hotel debated as man proof, and Kansas politics on fusion with populists. It comments on Philippine governance and Southern beef production.
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New York
The
Atlanta Journal
Democratic State Committee of
Kansas
Great West
Democratic Party
Territories Seek Statehood Amid Population Surplus
The passage notes three territories seeking admission with populations over 60,000. It compares Oklahoma’s 398,331 residents to several states as listed: Vermont 343,641. North Dakota 219,146. Utah 276,749. Montana 243,329. Delaware 184,735. Idaho 161,772. Wyoming 92,531. Nevada 42,335.
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Hood
Oklahoma
Mont
North Dakota
Utah
Montana
Delaware
Idaho
Wyoming
Nevada
Charities chiefs blame cooking for wives abandonment
Superintendent Bicknell of the Chicago Bureau of Charities and Superintendent Hanson of the Kansas City Department of Charities say women are abandoned due to bad cooking. They claim the pies and battercake once common would upset digestion and provoke men to rash acts, a claim tied to domestic diet.
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Bicknell
Chicago
Porto Rico Ponders Status After Supreme Court Ruling
The San Juan News reports Porto Rico remains unsettled about its constitutional status after a recent Supreme Court decision. The paper quotes confusion over sovereignty and citizenship, noting disputes about U S money and whether tariff laws apply, with references to constitutional limits and exceptions.
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Porto Rico
Supreme Court
San Juan
United States
United. ‘States
Judge Emory Speer Receives Broad Commendation
In Athens and Baltimore remarks praise Judge Emory Speer for his life stance and impartiality. The speaker notes his motives are beyond political favors and that his opinions rest on honest convictions.
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Emory Speer
Athens
Baltimore
Dem
Vagrancy and crime spark editorial fire in Atlanta scene
The Atlanta Constitution editorial condemns vagrancy as a driver of crime. It cites Jim Erwin, accused in the DeBary murder, and argues for strict enforcement, police expansion, and road work punishment to purge idle loiterers and end theft. It calls for raiding idle resorts and placing vagrants on public works.
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Jim Erwin
Policeman DeBary
Atlanta
Erwin
Lesshance
County Road Working Brigade
Navy medal designs approved by Secretary Long
Washington dispatch reports Acting on the Naval Board of Awards recommendation Secretary Long approves two medals for the Spanish American War West Indies campaign. The battle medal bears Sampson's head, and the meritorious service medal honors the West Indian squadron commander. A mule head will appear on the obverse side, while the Yorkville market notes shredded cornstalks fetching 750 to 15 dollars per top, a potential profit for farmers.
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Naval Board of Awards
Long
Congress
United States Navy
West ‘Indies
Board
Sampson
Seliley
Chicago Chronicle Editorial Calls Capital Growth for Youth
A Chicago Chronicle editorial contemplates capital growth for youth, reflecting on funding or opportunities and how it should proceed. The piece engages with the Chattanooga Times reply in a terse exchange about policy direction.
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Chicago
Chronicle
Chattanooga Tines
Who Will Succeed Pope Brown as State Agricultural Leader
The State Agricultural Society may replace Pope Brown who will not seek re election as president at the August Thomasville meeting. Possible successors include Major Garland M. Ryals Dudley F. Hughes R F Crittenden Harvey Jordan and Captain James Barrett. Savannah should prepare for a large representation and proper accommodations.
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Valdosta
Savannah
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Chatham
Dudley F. Hughes
Twiggs
R. F. Crittenden
Randolph
Harvey Jordan
James Barrett
Richmond
Savannah Press
Delegates tout Southern resources to northern capitalists
The Philadelphia industrial convention delegates presented the South’s resources to northern and eastern capitalists, arguing they could increase fortunes by investing there, according to the Columbus Enquirer-Sun.
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Philadelphia
Columbus Enquirer-Sun
Hanna Nominated by Republicans for President Bid
Bryan seeks Hanna nomination for the presidency while recalling Hanna’s 1900 push. The motive cited is to beat Bryan, who is viewed as a weaker opponent. The piece frames political maneuvering and past alliances in a speculative tone.
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Bryan
Hanna
Russian Finance Minister Questions U S Revenue Views
A Russian minister hints that Secretary Gage may misread U S revenue data. The remark suggests strain in fiscal policy understanding between Moscow and Washington.
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Gage
Lawe
New York Women Smoke More As Days Grow Shorter
A scrambled clipping notes that 100 000 women in New York smoke cigarettes as days grow shorter, suggesting a social trend though the wording is unclear. The fragment references changing daylight and smoking habits without clear dates or figures.
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New ‘York
Fleming Open Letter to Congress on Tariff and South
An open letter from Congressman Fleming defends Democratic views on tariff policy. It argues the Democratic South opposes abominations, condemns Republican protectionism as sectional, and asserts tariffs hurt southern interests by raising costs and limiting exports. The piece references the Dingley tariff and calls for revision to parity southern wares with northern products.
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Savannah Press
Fleming
South
North
Spread of New Religions and Mormon Outreach
The Morning News notes that two wealthy New York women joined the Mormon church and questions why Mormon missionaries gain converts near Christian churches. It argues Christian vigilance is needed, cites Mormon zeal and polygamy history, and calls for stronger anti Mormon action.
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New York
Mormon Church
The
Morning News
China
Weather complaints and college trouble in old papers
The Americas Times-Recorder notes critics of publishing choices while The Augusta Chronicle mocks weather fussing. An old man recounts John’s return from college as a mule misreads his Greek cussing and Latin gestures, a light local anecdote from Stauton.
Judge Speer Speech Sparks Mixed Banquet Response
A university banquet centered on Judge Speer with brief thanks from Mr Jobin Temple Graves. The judge’s remarks drew a tepid reception and were described as not well received.
The Steady Subscriber Who Pays in Advance
A nostalgic verse praising the loyal reader who subscribes yearly and supports the paper. The speaker thanks the subscriber for paying in advance, ensuring paper delivery for the family and the household as a real need.
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Scriber
Ad‘vance
Mosquito control idea using kerosene solution
A kerosene preventive may help individuals at low cost. Experiments suggest pouring oil on breeding water spots stops mosquito propagation. A pint costs a nickel and can treat ponds or multiple rain barrels. apply three or four times seasonally to keep a thin oil layer.
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Winchester
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