Assails Mkinley over Philippine policy at Ann Arbor
Former President Harrison attacks McKinley’s Philippine and Porto Rico policies from Ann Arbor Michigan arguing Congress lacks power to levy tariffs or strip islanders of citizenship. He urges constitutional limits apply to territories with full rights, warning against imperial overreach and federal sovereignty.
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Washington
Benjamin Hartieah
McKinley
Ann Arbor
Mich
Harrison
Supreme Court
Har‘Fipon
aerrEas
Congress
Porto Riso
Philines
Patio Rico
United States
May
Hawaii
Porto Rico
Debating Territorial Policy and Constitutional Authority
The discourse questions whether the United States should govern newly acquired territories under a single constitutional framework or through benevolence. It cites President Harrison and opponents, arguing for uniform laws and rights for territories like Porto Rico and the Philippines, and warns against treating colonized regions as subordinate. The speech denounces expansion without constitutional backing and asserts all three branches must uphold a single national sovereignty.
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Congress
United States
York Oops
Tor Ae
Pat Pate
Porto Rico
Hase
Ian Sh
President Harrison on Porto Rico and annexed territories
In Ann Arbor Harrison argued that Porto Rico and the Philippines are part of the United States and that the constitution extends to them despite treaties. He warned against unequal taxation and urged a popular discussion of the status of annexed peoples before about 3,000 listeners.
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Gen. Harrison
Ann Arbor
Mich
Benjamin Harrison
Mulinley
United States
Porto Rios
Philippine Islands
Unse
Porto Hico
Dewey
Manila
Gans
Washington
Harrison
Leeture Association
Unt
Michigan
Porto Fico
Philippines
Alaska
Insular
Tropics
Philip Pines
Spain
International Board of Arbitration
Farris
Mr. Harrison
Expert blasts nonaligned duties as menace and cries danger
He argued executive and congressional duties not in the constitution threaten the nation. He warned against benevolent acts by any administration and said permanent measures alone justify annexation. He claimed annexation would not bind Ports Rico to the constitution, calling strong government overreach dangerous and likening it to Hitler.
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Hiro
Tie
Ports
Rico
Hitler
Disputed Territory May Trigger France U S Clash Over 100000 Acres
A long disputed region south of French Guiana near Para New York reports that France and the United States may clash over 100000 square miles in a long contested area. The Swiss tribunal once ruled the land outside French borders and arbitration was sought by France to assert ownership.
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France
United States
Para
New York
Washington, D. C
Krasil
Brazil
Bea
Ife
State Department
Wettiaue
Fiat
See
Cor
Switzerland
Cribunal
Prench Gulami
Shooting at trains rocks Kentucky rich youth in jail
Da Ville Kentucky December 17 James Stout a wealthy young man is jailed charged with shooting into passenger trains on the Queen & Crescent line between here and Junction City. He fired from a hill two miles out as trains passed. Several passengers escaped injury though bullets struck windows near actor Stuart Robson and his company aboard one car.
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Kentucky
da Ville
James Stout
Queen & Crescent
Here
Junction City
Stout
Stuart Boteson
Robson
HERE MR NELSON Do You Want to Destroy State Uniformity
A political query raises concerns over the impact of state uniform rules, questioning their effect on governance and local autonomy. The discussion centers on constitutional interpretations and potential shifts in regulatory consistency across jurisdictions.
Governor’s Letter on Textbook Law Change Sparks Fight
A governor’s letter outlines opposition to a proposed amendment allowing the state superintendent and county superintendents to direct textbook changes. Critics warn it would erode state uniformity and place patrons at the mercy of book companies. Teachers and educators argue the plan benefits publishers over students and could raise costs while returning to the old system.
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Nelson
Nelsoes
Kabsus
Tus Welt
Stanley
Advanci
Citer Booker
Ghooin
State
Mrr
Aenasin
Book Companions
Sini Oflvers
Maby
Friday Evening Temperance Meetings Calendar
Temperance workers plan Friday evening meetings at various churches and the Auditorium. Speakers include city officials and local leaders to urge temperance reform and civic involvement, with emphasis on a coordinated rally and ongoing monthly gatherings for public awareness.
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Elxing
Eibariah
Wien
Mnetiner
Eriday Cvenue
Chine
Poller FM
Stahl
James A Trvaitmar
Othirs
Erriaion
Learning to Talk At Fay Hall Meeting
A fragment notes a Boston event where a deaf blind and previously mute individual addressed a class as president, delivering a short address. The account mentions Helen, who has become able to mimic speech and be understood by listeners, with details cut mid sentence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston
Reien Neuer
Fay Hall
Helen
Public figure monologue and misunderstood speech emerge
A fragmentary account describes a public figure speaking in veiled tones, with readers noting hesitations and unsteady delivery. The scene references a hall event, audience applause, and a progression from confusion to partial comprehension as the speaker’s words improve.
Misworded Fare Dates Mark River State Journal Notice
Fragmentary OCR text references a fare or toll dates and a final entry in January. Mentions the State Journal and a list of numbers, suggesting a public notice or schedule fragment about fares. Details are unclear due to corrupted source text.
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Chas. Wolff Packing Co
Clearfield Farm
Topeka
ARS
M’kinley
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Indian Territory
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Phillippines
Air Warrison
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Gen
Executive
Presbyterian Church
San Juan
Ponce
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Goa
Siadow
Colgate & Co
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Lundborg
Reiger
Palo Alto
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Pinaud
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Wright's
Dabrook’s
Roger & Gallett
B. D. Baldwin & Co
Swift & Holliday Drug CO
Kansas Averse
Kansas, Be
Wlies
Thavye
Hampden and Waltham Movement
Deuber
E. W. Hughes
Kansas Ave
Furniture and Carpet House
MR. Nelson
Helen Keller
Ayre
Dintier
Clatren
Constans
Lew Atudenia
Hall
Watt
Tor Angela
Cal
Dew
Tieketa
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