Duncan as Gompers successor eyed in US labor federation
The article notes Herbert Duncan emerging as a leading challenger to Samuel Gompers for the presidency of the federation. It details Duncan’s long trade union involvement since 1878 with Granite Cutters and American Federation activity, plus his international ties and academic affiliations.
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Gompur
Ovat
Tyemly
Fryt
Federation
Waig
Wristol
Magan
Clvle Federation
American Academy of Votitical
Scotland
Duncan Hay
Anwrivan Federation
Wicat
Pyesnat Gompers
New Assistant Postmaster General Named
Joseph Stewart is named second assistant postmaster general marking a shift under Roosevelt policy that officials running for office must resign. McCleary, former Minnesota congressman, loses bid while Stewart’s appointment fills the vacancy after a long postal service career in railway adjustments.
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Joseph Stewart
United States
Roosevelt
Uncle Sam
James ‘Ft. McCleary
Minnesota
W. Hammond
McGleary
Post Office Department
Congress
Ile
Stewart
Mee Vine
Postal Department
Official Who Will Be Probed Bets In New York City
Ulterior charges arise against Vincent A. Bets, New York City controller, amid a state civil service probe. The investigation targets alleged political manipulation in appointments and dismissals, with Bets noted for wealth and long service.
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Uernate A. Bets
Greater
New York
Gotham
America
Ns Alllee
Centralluy
Mote
Kiya
Milting Company
Trionda
Mmyaver
Deloyer
la Pollen
Investlies
Fd Leudons
Elyic
Debtors and Banks Under Oklahoma Law Criticized
An Oklahoma banking critique argues the new law forces risky practices. It cites numerous newly chartered banks with low capital and high deposits, alleging fraud, weak oversight, and profits tied to credit deposits rather than real equity.
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Kana
Cig
Oklahoma
Ayer
State
Okhihota
Taft Defends Record and Attitude in Speech at Cooper Union
The New York World notes Taft delivering vigorous remarks on his judge legacy, labor stance, Philippine policy, and War Department work. The piece stresses a shared economic interest between the wealthiest capitalists and the poorest workers, contrasting with Patt’s remarks at Cooper Union in New York City.
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Taft
Philippines
New York World
Deni
Wmn. H. Patt
Cooper Union
New York City
Win
New York
Cli
Political fundraising plea to Republicans in multiple states
A damaged plea from a Republican assistant treasurer urges readers to donate to the national committee to fund campaigning for Sherman and Tatt. It lists state committee chairs and addresses across Colorado to Illinois, stressing donations by check or money order and promising receipts.
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Mr.Tatt
Sherman
Republican National Committee
Merka
Wester
Path
Republican Na- Conal Committee
JMU Wy Uptlare
Assistint Tenisurer
Colorida
Tone
Newton
Diyever
Idaho
Franki
Buchanan
Oregon
Laurel
Soul Dakota
Phompson
Vermilion
Washington
Tlon
James 1
Hore
Suittie
Red W
Upham
Michigan Avenue
Debate over bank run schemes and deposit guarantees
A fragment discusses a divided plot to form a 1 2 100 bank and flood funds through fake deposits. It warns depositors would bear losses, cites a failed bank with about 1 000 000 dollars, and argues large banks can weather scrutiny while harming honest small bankers.
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Shire Banks of
Oklahoma
Cuder Guisa
Banka An
Remedy Would KI and Labor Reform Not Quick Fixes
The article argues for patient laborious reform over instant panaceas. It stresses the need to protect property, curb abuses, and craft laws with sound judgment. It cites wage policy and anti-trust measures as direct steps, with George Taft and Cooper Union named.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bryan
Hughes
Sioux City
Whi Bote
Nur Dite
Tievel
Political Snapshots from a Turbulent Era
Fragmentary notes recall Abraham Lincoln's leadership era and the Republican party during the Civil War. The text whimsically mixes misquotes and scattered phrases about tariffs affecting trusts and President Roosevelt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Republian
Abraham Lincoln
Kansas City
German Manufacturers Eye U S Market If Bryan Wins
A fragment from the New York Sun cites German manufacturers warning that a Bryan victory could trigger a flood of German goods into America. It argues protective tariffs sustain wages and production at home, while free trade under Bryan would push German products into the U S and threaten American industry and jobs.
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America
Bryan
New York Sun
Bryn
Roosevelt
Gernan
Fogrther
Bate
Political rhetoric and wartime policing from 1912 era
The excerpt cites the Sioux City Journal and The Republican party, quoting James Sherman and Taft on prosperity, party principles, and tariff policy. It references an advance agent of prosperity and critiques a free trade base, set against Missouri and Columbus remarks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beyan
Republican Party
James 8. Sherman
High Prices Press on Farmers in Jewell County
In Jewell County, farmers face higher costs for lumber and feed as corn trades for timber rise in value. Lumber prices soar while corn buys 1,000 feet of cribbing wood, with estimates indicating lumber is only a quarter as light as thirteen years ago.
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Kansas
Tirafier
Dugge
Jewell County
Z. We Terry
Mihayeh
Wheat Holt
Masy Street
Tn Jewell County
Wis Hall
An Neve
Wil
Tle
le Net
The Labor Union Voices Stir in New York City Debate
A fragmentary editorial note cites Ron, Wolf Tuff from Comp Union in New York City praising organized labor for broad beneficence and high employment in the tailoring trade, asserting labor sustains wages across the community.
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Ron
Tuff
Union
New York City
Misattributed Appointments Underscore Presidential Risk
The article notes that appointing the wrong man would reflect poorly on a president, highlighting the danger of misjudgment and the potential political fallout from flawed personnel choices. It stresses the need for careful vetting and reliable leadership selection.
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