Topeka State Journal and Chicago editorials on urban governance
Editorials discuss the metropolitan system and local control in Kansas and Chicago. They argue against centralized metropolitan authority, urge cities to govern themselves, and condemn corruption, monopolies, and city leadership failures while calling for reform and responsible citizenship.
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Kersae
Sourral
Oreaniza Hone
Teipeks
Leavenworth
Bume Mide
Cun- Stadt
Alsanti
Cith Missionbrs
Lowery Citi Ie Capibie
Wolling
Polles
Liehle
Tole
Wien
Agaist
Leeds
Romeyarnce
Sicmreston
Elie Hood
Indicontiin
Uearnet Leedy
Orde
Leedy
City’s unrest and reform calls mark troubled Chicago
A Chicago Record article voices concern over rising anarchy and capital flight, blaming monopolies and organized labor for factory distress. It cites Dr Hulls and civic leaders urging prudent reform amid a corrupt city council and ruined municipal government.
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Chicago Record
Sertin
Central Munic
Surias Ajorminie
Tooth
Ira
Hulls
Wifhcal
Bete
Downfall of Greece War Ends With Allied Pressure
The Greek conflict with Turkey winds down as Greek conduct is praised by some while enduring European pressure shapes the peace. Greece faced superior forces and internal strife, forced to retreat from Turkish advances and accept terms dictated by the powers, highlighting a shift away from war under external leadership.
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Greece
Turkey
Grek
Strielenski
Mirear
Europe
George
Trexecery
Prayer and the Divine Will in Modern Thought
A reflective essay by Rev James M Whiten discusses petitionary prayer and divine will. It contrasts pagan modes of thought with Christian belief, arguing prayer clarifies and aligns human will with God’s universal purpose. The piece emphasizes patient spiritual discipline over coercive requests and the need for moral progression toward divine ends.
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James M. Whiten
Malward Caird
Jeana Las
New York Rent Estate Tax by Wealthy Few Dominates City
Article from the New York Herald lists twenty individuals and estates owning about 98 percent of the city’s rentier wealth, with roughly 150 others holding the remaining share. It names major owners including Waldorf Astor and Astor heirs, Eno and Ogden Goelet, and others, noting the real estate concentration on Manhattan and the impact on the broader economy amid a tense money market.
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New York
Prom
New York Herald
City of
Aviltim
Waldorf Astor
John “Jacob Astor
Robert and Ogden Goelst
Amos Ro Eno
Roe Ie
Arnpid
Constable Estates
Town Noo
Potter Estate
Elbridge Band L
Gerry
Jagat Wendel
Alfred Corundy Clark
Tanner MeOrets Cece
Willan Rhirehinder
Luneden
George Ehret Bush
DO. Mills
Solomon Lowk
Stokes Whate
Purniss
Roosevelt
Prekent Rity
Manhattan Island
Avery
Pernong
Gliese
New England Influences in Canada and the Union Debate
The article discusses French Canadian views on possible Canadian union with the United States, noting New England influence and the attraction of the U S. It mentions Quebec’s loyalty to England, imperial federation opposition, and political currents pushing toward reunion with the United States, tempered by natural forces and historical anxieties.
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Edward Farrer
United States
Queber
Eouth
Prince Pemalnr
Habitant
Imperial Federation
Chun Hertain
Imperial Zoliverein
Pouke
Perhane
New England
Ing Jand
Talteit
Venezuela
United Statim Id
Actie
Huture
Reunion
Globe Lights Promine atense on job Why are you afraid
Fragmented OCR text presents a mix of provocative phrases and stray observations. It references fear in darkness, loyalty of friends shaping reputations, and various domestic and social vignettes. The garbled prose resembles a miscellaneous page with editorial asides and quips rather than a coherent report.
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Promine Atense
Syndicate Features in Sunday Newspapers
The Philadelphia Call notes how syndicate staff are supplied by allied correspondents and how sensational ads promise exclusive rights to famous novels. The piece argues readers misread this as bold enterprise, while insiders see the same deals as routine growth in journalism.
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Philadelphia Call
Utey
Atl
Syndicated Stories and the News Paper Market
A fragmented piece discusses how papers may pay authors directly for short stories, noting benefits for writers gaining a wider clientele and for newspapers accessing fresh material. It emphasizes the appeal of syndication and the potential reach of established authors.
Remarkable Student's Ear for Nature Earns Recognition
A teacher praises a student for keen powers of observation as he analyzes general topics and then describes insects and the woods. The mentor guides him toward science, leading to a career path in natural history and entomology with roles in Washington and Paris.
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Wayman Bancroft
el Astow
Ube
Ste
Marine
Atta Iiy Leipale
Natural Conservatory
Influence of an intoxicating house on political minds
A Washington Star excerpt describes a hall's strange atmosphere transforming attendees into ardent reformers, then abruptly breaking the spell as they reenter daylight. The piece depicts how intoxication and suggestion sway members of the house, turning them into bold revolutionaries before returning to their usual stance.
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The
Washington Star
Nak Soo
Gefane
Tideen
Women and cigarettes rise in a changing society
A Broadway tobacconist with over twenty years on the uptown stand argues that women’s smoking has increased, noting two classes of women smokers and praising potential health benefits while admitting social limits. Jewelers report rising demand for women’s cigarette cases and bespoke fittings, reflecting fashion-driven consumption.
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Mittsburg
Bradley Martins There Attend Opening of Grau London Opera Season
London May 11 The opening of Mr Grau’s London opera season at Covent Garden drew aristocratic attention led by Mr Bradley Martin and notable figures including the Duke and Duchess of Fife Earl and Countess of Londonderry and Lady Randolph Churchill Faust featuring Euphemia Eames as Marguerite received praise.
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Bradley Martins
Mr. Grau
London
Covent Garden
Grau
Sipporte
Augustus Harris
Tandon
Duke
Fife
FOR THE GOVERNOR S EYE Bonaparte and a Kansas quote
Poem by Sidney Platt railing at a powerful leader who would dismiss laws at will. It questions governance by decree over mothers and wives, condemning a self serving, drinkroom friendly ruler and his followers in a provocative political verse.
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Kansas
Sidney Platt
Silver Certificates Stir Public Action And Bank Concerns
Citizens write to secretary of the treasury urging withdrawal of silver certificates amid fears of counterfeits. Bank officials say the notes are easily counterfeited due to their intricate design and claim banks avoid holding counterfeit silver notes. The public and banks alike push for recall and removal from circulation to prevent losses.
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van Ectlers
Lytton J. Gage
Wie Treasry
Bank Tellard
Treasury Department
Ciry
Teltic
Natlorial Bank of the Republic
Frank E. Brown
Pitet National Bank
Chicago Parents Rally Over Water Shortage In Schools
Chicago parents denounce the board of education for failing to provide drinking water in schools. With 216,000 pupils enrolled and only a few buildings having water, heat has worsened distress. President Halle urges action, citing $90,000 yearly to install filters as a life-saving investment, but the board has not reached an agreement.
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Chicago
Board of Education
Mantha
Uberan
Greviey, Marshall and Nettsthorst
John Quincy Adams
Phere
Kinin Buldings
Halle
Vanderbilt Heads Abroad Aboard Lucania From New York
The Cunard Line ship Lucania sails for Liverpool with noted passengers including Cornelius Vanderbilt Mrs Vanderbilt and Miss Gladys Vanderbilt. Dr Chauncey M Depew waves farewell from the pier as Bishop Henry C Potter and his niece Miss Bertha Potter also travel. Depew links Vanderbilt's abroad stay to health and enjoyment.
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New York
Lucania
McKay
Liverpool
Cornelius Vanderbilt
Gladys M. Vander
Vanderbilt
Chauncey M. Depew
Depew
Cold storage plans outlined for Atlantic steamship trade
At Ottawa a select committee on agriculture heard Prof. Robertson announce cold storage will be provided on 17 Montreal steamers this summer with shipments from Quebec City Halifax and daily monthly routes from Charlottetown by rail. A government inspector will oversee cold storage and two staff will monitor English market practices in Britain. A cough remedy ad follows.
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Montreal
Ottawa
Robertson
Dominion Dairy
Quelec
St. Jont
England
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Burlington Independent
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Bishop Potter
G. W. Stans
Prescott & Co
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Sapolio
Western Foundry
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Acme
Toneks — & Machine Works
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N. K. Fairbank Company
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