Commercialism in Politics and Municipal Government
A paper read at the National Municipal League meeting in Milwaukee discusses how industrial and commercial interests influence city governance. It cites Ingalls on government service, warns of patronage and dishonest politics, and argues for honest, businesslike government free from special favor to capital. The talk urges citizens to act, adopt a sound political platform, and restore public spirit to politics.
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Milwaukee
Charles 3
Bonaparte
Battlemore
George E. Hocker
Hull Houns
Chicago
James B. Cahoon
Syracuse
Coler
Polisa 4
Means
John J. Ingalls
Harrison for Otten Road Debate Sparks Political Grid
A muddled meeting on road policy led to two proposed political directives as the society debated road maintenance. Mr Morrison closed by inviting inquiries, while the division head outlined plans for a new road overseer role and funding districts. The episode showcased a shift from practical grid road concerns to partisan maneuvering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eens
Trarriann
Paar
Liseit
Dhtc
Morrivson
Portland's Prosperity Forecast Amid Heavy Pour Shipments
Port shipments to Siberia, Japan and China look set to remain strong in coming months despite unsettled conditions. The report notes substantial freight expected as trade routes maintain activity through a period of regional disturbance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Siberia
Japan
China
Flood Ravages Fort Worth As River Rises Rapidly
Floods inundate the Trinity River bottom after a rain, driving hundreds of families from their homes in Fort Worth Texas. The river has surged about 20 feet since last night and continues to threaten low-lying areas as relief workers assist residents to safety.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fort Worth
Tex
Trinity River
North Topeka society notes and local arrivals
In North Topeka a busy notices column lists visits from Kansas City friends and Kansas City relatives, openings at Kane Co and Mrs Courtney, and local house plans in Santa Fe addition. Grain business and rail freight update North Topeka figures with Union Pacific and Santa Fe movements and personnel changes at the depot.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kane & Co
Costley &Men's Soc
Coatley & Post
John Holliday Bas
Rompasar Art Wialt
Muncie
Ind
C. J. Nelson
Kansas City
Cane
Courtney
Santa Me
John Jenee
S14
Jackson
Soulshire
Ls Jcis
Hamilton
Logan Street
Union Pacific
Kaw Valley
Ee Santa Fe
Rock Island
Texas Points
Capitol
Chicago
New York
Topeka
Clarence Wright
Cross
Hive
Barbrans
Tancein Post
Mamie Pete
Bir
Arthur 5. Kane
F. G. Wettling
Santa Fe
Santa Sepot
Gants Fe Company
Sradhey-Norris
Feos
Draven
John Brad
Deen
Salta
Jointists Fined For Assault After Testimony
A judge ruled that two defendants followed witness Steffey to intimidate him. Gragg grappled a man, Buford took the gun and struck Brettey. The men were fined fifty dollars and the cases appealed with bonds posted. Titan Success cites Gavitt's Pain Extractor claims for burns and neuralgia.
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Gulny
Potee
Kansas Avenue
Fourth Street
Fourth
Finth
Dimasee
Firth
Titan
Gavitt
Agents Wanted For Hazy Publishing Schemes
Ad fragment promising “Galveston” book and two cent commissions prompts inquiry into dubious solicitations. Claims suggested byline Murat Halstead and oddly formatted pitches push readers toward questionable literary offers and branded novelty campaigns.
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Galveston
Murat Halstead
Imen
North Star Grocer Ad Brags Coffee Varieties
W F Hogaboom lists The North Star Grocer offerings including Five Japan Young Hyson Imperial Early Breakfast and Good Rio Coffee. Ad notes high prices paid for butter and eggs with mention of 11 percent “BULE COFFEER” and Santos coffee varieties.
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Japan
Young Hyson
Imperial
Santos
Rio
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Furman’s Shoe House
New Fall Goods
T. J. Coughlin
Ball Excurions
Wichita
Tieckens
Mporta
Lreturn
Peto St
Penn
Bird 8
Color of
National Municipal League
Ingalls
Hutchinson
Welles
Harrison
Portland
FT. Worth
North Topeka
Kear
Istephane
State Journal
Ewing
Wilower
Wetall Tantry
East Fifth
Graddrens
CE Ees
Care State Journal
American Employment Co
Kanese Avenue
W. M. ‘Ross
Santa Fe Depot
Booss
Bea Gued
Senail Fars- Oy
Mre. Mercer, Crosby Bros
Wanrko
Waneruta
Tyler St
Address Journal
Saratoga Chips
Quincy
Madison Etrest
W. Laurent Bt
Kimball
West Sixth
Scott & Scott
Filmorest
Onsen Chey
Dolog Ood
W. D. Gy Care Journal
Karinas Avenue
Oraine
Odin Wee
Ion
Sca
Sharp
Geo
Ie Taylor Wi
Faye Ve Wien
Tao Mines
Bear
Ana Plunket
Roc
Bowman & Co. Columbian
Merghatta
J. P
Kansas
Taylor
Chandler
Fenian
T'Re
Pimno
Slairvoyant
Madame Russell
End Palmist
Bariurs
Physicians and Surgeons
Tearus Eve “Pheos
Gee
Ith Street
L. A. Ryde
Pio Sen
Bea Eardisg
E.T A
Hague
Successan Te ‘Groves
Kansas Ave
Bayar Lot West Biguid
TERT
O. Darling
Rabber Stampa Co
P Low
Denver
Gamesde
Buffet
Eesti
Sia Carte
Fenech Light
F & Lewis
EW Crawford Theater
Pee
Carter
Ruveraide & Hospital
Mater- Poke
Cly
Tel
Aires
ITS
Sla Rosen
Ya Fie En Ees Tench Anak
West
James Toe
Ulerelin
Sehriey
Rae Eee
Culdeu Rule
Keseas
Deene Mineeinnee
Eves
Cotimnban Tiding
Feew Trestmienia
Mra Hatue van Vieck
Guiron
Haysen
Nares
Studie Paling
B. D. Shepard & Co., Bankers
Nameau Ot
New York City
W. F. Hogaboom
The
North Star Grocer
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