Republican critique of tariff and trust power in 1900s rhetoric
The piece blasts tariff reform as ineffective and accuses Republicans of pork barrel tactics. It cites Standard Oil rebating indictments, Harriman wealth, canned campaigns, and job losses among steel workers, arguing protectionism harms workers and voters should scrutinize both sides before voting.
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Nder
Standard Oil Trust
Rockefeller
Lost Ring Reward Notice in Old Local Paper
Lost One heavy gold wedding ring. Finder please return to Mrs. B. G. Birch and receive reward. Dated 6 18 1f.
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B. G. Birch
Retreats in Republican Platform Spar Over Publicity and Tax
In a long editorial from Wheelock Weekly the piece debates splits within the Republican party over campaign reform and taxation positions. It notes Cooper's minority report backing publicity on campaign funds, contrasts with the majority, and critiques retreats on railroad scrutiny and inheritance tax while urging voters to weigh party protectionist trends against reform. The column cites Taft, Roosevelt, and Burrows, questioning unity ahead of the coming election.
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Wisconsin
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Republican Party
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United States
Republican National Platform
Wheelock Weekly
Republian
Republicans Split On Direct Senate Election Reform
The article discusses a Republican national convention voting down a plank for popular election of U S senators despite widespread support in the House and among states. It questions Roosevelt Republicans and the president's reform spirit, noting party retreat from prior positions and calls to march forward with reform.
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United States
Taft
House of Representatives
Republican Party
Congress
Tariff politics cited in historic panic pattern debate
A critique links 1873, 1892, and 1907 panics to protective tariffs, arguing Republicans used crises to push higher tariffs after recovery. It calls for reform by opponents of the tariff and condemns future increases. An ad fragment for Shoop's Medical Ointment targets piles with a trial offer and retailer note.
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Dr. Shoop
Racine
Doan's Kidney Pills Promoted By Local Reader
Mrs J N Jurgenson of Wahpeton says she suffered a year from a kidney disorder with back pain and weakness. After trying many remedies without relief, Doan's Kidney Pills provided help, restoring kidney function and easing pain, with Foster Milburn Co. as U S sole agents.
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Foster-Milburn Co
New York
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Michigan Ave
Wahpeton
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Doan
Picked a Loser Sparks Parlor Scene in Breckennage
A Breckennage youth courting a girl faced his mother’s stern inquiry about his intentions. He reddened, ready to reply, when the daughter called from upstairs that the man was not the right one, ending the moment with a sharp, humorous clarification.
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Breckennage
DeWitts Kidney and Bladder Pills Sold Here
An ad notes many confuse kidney or bladder trouble with other ailments as weak kidneys affect mood fatigue and body aches. It claims a sharp pain in the back signals kidney or bladder issues and endorses DeWitts Kidney and Bladder Pills as the recommended remedy available through local drug sellers.
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DeWitt
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