Wind From Malta and the Nation's Hopeful Spirit
Nation faces renewed resolve as Malne’s wind stirs pride amid defeat, calling men to dreams revived by pine and river, while political critiques race through interviews and editorials about Wilson, Hughes, and the new era in naval policy. Letters note Lincoln, Woodrow Wilson, and campaign slogans as public discourse sharpens.
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Editor tampered speech in Wilson handbook sparks outcry
The Democratic campaign book editor is accused of altering a sample of Woodrow Wilson's Wit and Wisdom by omitting the phrase too proud to fight. Critics call the omission a grave misstep and accuse the compiler of lacking respect for the source.
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Mexican Disgrace Shapes Hughes Campaign Dialect
The piece portrays Charles Evans Hughes making Mexican disgrace a central issue of his presidential campaign. It describes his indignation at U S policy toward Mexico, cites his rejection of Mexican disgrace charges, and notes his Western support and reception from Maine to California. It emphasizes his stance on nationalism and the West’s alignment with his warnings about the Administration’s actions along and across the Rio Grande.
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Hughes or Wilson Roosevelt's Answer
A fragmented political snippet questions whether Hughes or Wilson aligns with Roosevelt. The text references Wilson's grace and elocution contrasted with deeds, hinting at a critique of words versus actions in the campaign. The garbled OCR lines show a debate on credibility and policy before an election.
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Labor support fails in Maine district election
In Lewiston Maine the Second Congressional District shows labor strength not translating into votes for McGillicuddy. After a hard campaign to save his seat, McGillicuddy loses by about 400, a shift from previous pluarities of 1,389 and 1,281, reflecting a broader lesson on labor in politics.
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Not an eight hour law says congressman Gardner
The speaker insists the so called eight hour law does not shorten railroad workers day or change their hours, arguing it merely fixes pay for eight hours while overtime remains. He contends President Wilson failed to display seriousness to end the strike and disputes union leaders’ actions. He cites A P Gardner's statement.
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Irvin 8 Cobb to Tour West for Democratic Campaigns
Humorist Irvin S. Cobb will travel west to deliver campaign speeches for the Democratic Party. The writer is noted for his distinctive humor and sharp subject handling, promising persuasive, entertaining presentations for the audience.
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Former Progressive A Former Progressive
In this brief dispatch from Harbor Me Maine the editor replies to Wilson’s eight hour claim while noting a former Progressive figure weighs in on the issue. The piece signals local political debate and incites further discussion.
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President Wilson and suffrage stance debated in reform note
An editorial critique questions President Wilson's commitment to suffrage if he truly supported women’s voting rights. It argues he would push the measure with the same urgency he used to back the wage increase and railroad legislation, urging clearer action.
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Me of the Brave Speech at Plattsburg
In a speech at Plattsburg New York Hughes laments the future of freedom in America warning that the land of the free may cease to stand if current policies endure. He urges stronger defense and national unity to preserve liberty for citizens.
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Unclear Candidate Statements Highlight Voters' Dilemmas
Fragmentary letters discuss support for Mr Hughes and opposition to Mr Wilson WROWG. The text mentions Gifford Progressive and a claim of honesty, with scattered phrases about reasons for defeat and preference, but lacks coherent facts or identifiable places, dates, or organizations.
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Contest of Character Not Words in 1900 Campaign
A fragmentary note on the presidential race pitting Woodrow Wilson against Charles Evans Hughes. It contrasts character with words, praising Wilson’s studied approach to policy and diction while implying Hughes’ reliance on action. The passage hints at a voter judgment based on deeds over political rhetoric.
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