Statehood Drive Highlighted by Marcus A. Smith Speech
Editorial notes Marcus A. Smith urging Arizona statehood and outlines a Senate compromise. It argues Democrats guard Arizona’s interests while Republicans push Oklahoma and New Mexico, urging Colonel Wilson’s election as a patriotic duty to keep statehood alive.
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Mr. Smith
Arizona
Senate
Oklahoma
New Mexico
Democrats
Council of States
Smith
Charles H. Grosvenor
Republican Party
House of Representatives
McKinley
Grosvenor
House
Ohio
Northwest Territory
Senate of the United Te
United States
Knox
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Mark Smith
Wilson
Great Goal Strike and Mine Workers Stand
The editorial condemns coal operators for signaling an offer through the press to John Mitchell during the strike’s 23rd week. It lauds miners and leaders for patience, patriotism, and restraint while urging lawful conduct and acceptance of public sentiment, noting future economic shifts may alter outcomes.
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United States
Mitchell
Miners urged to exercise restraint during crisis
The article calls for cool heads and sound judgment in the industrial crisis, urging President Mitchell and strike leaders to pursue orderly methods. It warns against arousing public hostility and stresses the need for restraint, obedience to law, and willingness to accept arbitration to preserve public sympathy.
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Mitchell
History of a Panic Blaming the 1890s Legislation
The article argues the Panic of 1893 stemmed from 1890 Congressional actions, including the Sherman silver bill and a large pension bill, rather than the Wilson tariff of 1894. It contends Republican policies under Harrison drained the treasury, undermined gold parity, and triggered public alarm, with blame shifted to the later tariff debate.
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Congress
Treasury
Tanner
Cleveland
Cruel cattle cruelty suspected in Pinal County
An informant reports dead and dying cattle from baling wire tied around their noses, harming livestock likely tied to ongoing cattle versus farming conflicts. Stockmen urge restraint and propose conferences and legal avenues rather than cruelty to resolve tensions with farmers.
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Pinal County
Welcome Home Mark Smith Loyal Arizona Public Servant
The article honors Mark Smith for faithful service to Arizona. He is praised for duty, loyalty, and fighting a good fight to carry the flag to victory. The piece frames his return as a rightful recognition of his service to his people.
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Mark Smith
Arizona
Tucson Welcomes Mark Smith in Reserved Demonstration
In a quiet, orderly show of thanks, Tucson gathered to honor Mark Smith, Arizona's ambassador to the federal government. The city, known for its conservatism, gave a warm, cordial reception that reflected statewide approval of his efforts.
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Tucson
Arizona
United States
Mark Smith
Unquiet Spirit Haunts Cape Noir Bay Tale
A Cape Noir Bay legend recounts a ghostly fire and meteor light at Maria Point linked to a French treasure mission during the Canadian war. Thirteen sailors buried with a gold chest sworn to watch, killed if not relieved, and said to haunt the shore. the light supposedly fades as the treasure is found.
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Cape Noir
Maria
Canada
Treatment for Corns From St Louis Republic Advice
The article outlines home remedies for corns advising barefoot prevention, cold linen dressings overnight to swell the corn, allowing removal with a dull knife after several days, and alternatives using bread crust vinegar or onion with vinegar. It cautions against blood poisoning and promotes free, nonmedical methods.
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St. Louis Republic
Beliefs About the Earth and Society Workers
Sir Isaac Newton suggested the earth would dry out in time though no reason is given. Other scholars like De Verne and Hamilton share the dry earth view. The piece notes ongoing adherence amid modern debate and a humorous club anecdote about membership eligibility creating work.
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Newton
Sir Isaac
de Verne
A. L. Hamilton
Lysander
Salt Cools Coffee Trick Taught By Old Man
In a New York Mail and Express item a young clerk fears lateness for work and, over his hot coffee, learns a salt based cooling trick from an elderly diner. The saltcellar is used to lower the drink’s temperature so he can sip without scalding. The man departs quickly, crediting the tip.
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Mexico
Resaurant
New York Mail and Express
Refractive Power of the Ruby and The German Wife's Vacation
The article notes the ruby's eight sided primitive form and compares its hardness to sapphire, with mentions of colour called pigeon's blood and their strong reflection. It also describes Berlin wives holidaying at seaside while husbands travel, enjoying meals and entertainments.
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Berlin
London Express
Age Defying Looks Claim By The Record
A playful exchange notes how well a woman appears to match her stated age with witty banter about aging. The dialogue reflects local newspaper shorthand style and light social commentary.
Fruits and Flowers Garden Guidance
The article emphasizes sun and air for fruit trees, warns against weed seeds in manure, and stresses open canopies. It praises dahlias in all forms, notes quince cuttings best in fall, warns against mixing sweet peas with other cut flowers, and advises on Myosotis shading and yellow flowers for sunny spots. It links vigorous growth to fibrous root development.
Bankers and bargains in a tense exchange over exchange rates
A bank cashier recalls a customer pressing for a lower rate on a bill of exchange, arguing he could get an eighth from Farmers' bank. The customer leaves satisfied after being labeled a valued client. A Georgia justice reportedly married a runaway couple at his home during a carriage ceremony, the groom revealing only thirty six cents saved for the honeymoon.
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Farmers’ Bank
Georgia
Atlanta Constitution
VPI
Her Opportunity and the Neighborly Talk on Happiness
A neighbor comments on a woman's happiness, noting she can buy clothes that make other women envious. The exchange suggests social pressure and personal dissatisfaction as observed by a Chicago Post reader.
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Chicago Post
Paper Angers Over Marriage Notice
Doris Olde reacts to Chicago News report of her marriage to Mr Yale. The article notes Yale as a well known collector of antiques, prompting questions about age and propriety in the notice.
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Doris
Helen
Miss Olde
Mr. Yale
Chicago News
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