The Democratic Opportunity and tariff critique in 1904
A long editorial argues the Democratic party should champion broad American business interests against tariff favors for protected trusts. It cites Russian trade losses, sugar and petroleum trusts, then links to Ohio and national political dynamics, urging a people’s platform against extortion and unjust taxation amid a shifting party landscape.
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Democratic Party
White House
Custom House
Republican Party
Atlanta Constitution
Gage
Chicago Statesman
West
Wich
Russia
Efe
Treasury Department
Attire for Evening Aces New Notions in Fabrics in Vogue
A fashion feature describes summer evening gowns in blue, white, and cream, emphasizing sheer fabrics, lace, embroidery, and velvet trims. It highlights pale blue accents, all-lace designs, crepe de chine, muslin, organdie, and satin details, with examples of gowns, belts, collars, and accessories. The piece notes white dominating recent styles and outlines dress silhouettes, detailing trims, sleeves, and decorative elements.
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Bhear Fabrice
UMMER
Reska
Home Made Milk Cooler and Farm Implements Notice
A compilation of agricultural notes describes a home made milk cooler with adjustable ice and water boxes, plus an overflow hose directing melt into a trough. It also covers a grasshopper destroyer called the hopper dozer and notes on using plaster to control Colorado beetles. Other items include alfalfa hay’s benefits for horses and experiences with feeding regimes on large farms.
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Mit
Colorado
New York
Cor
Walla
Harper's Bagur
Reports of Brutalities in South African Refuge Camps
A British official account and a protest by Lady Hobhouse describe abuses in South African refuge camps. The text accuses authorities of burning homes, pillaging, and severe deprivation of women and children, detailing harsh conditions and brutal treatment.
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South Africa
Ffumors
Mies Hobhouse
Engisnnd
Sue
Hopper hoarding and rapid silage filling debates in agriculture
A historical agricultural column discusses methods for preserving fodder via silage. It contrasts rapid stacking with phased filling, noting that efficient, staged filling can yield similar results to full immediate compression. Moisture considerations and aeration are explored, referencing expert opinions and farm practice.
Chicks on Range Feed for Early Growth and Laying
Guidance advises turning young chicks onto the range when sturdy enough to roam. For layers slated for fall and winter, a daily regrapfed intake is suggested, while meat chicks ready for market should have cracked corn and wheat in a trough every other day. Exercise on the range balances intake. the brains named and what chicks pick up contribute to a balanced ration.
Evolution of the Apple and Farm Notes Reflect Early 20th Century Horticulture
The piece surveys apple history from wild crab apples to cultivated varieties and notes farm tips. It covers grafting, spraying with arsenic Bordeaux mixtures for cankerworm, sweet potato ridges, irrigation, and meal logistics for harvest travel, reflecting practical rural life and evolving fruit culture. The tone mirrors early agricultural columns with scattered typographical quirks.
Canning Time Tips and Home Preserves
Instructions for canning blackberries pears currants and vegetables with precise weights and steps. Includes making pear conserve with ginger and lemons, spiced currants, general home canning methods, enamel cloth kitchen idea, and recipes for cream of asparagus and chicken legs deviled. Also covers gooseberry jam preparation and boiling times for vegetables.
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London Daily News
War Administration
Ohio
Ohio Democracy
Columbus
James Kilbourne
Tom L. Johnson
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Democrats of Olio
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Golden Ryle Jones
Toledo
Baltimore Sun
George Washington
Major Andre
Benedict Arnold
McKinley
George III
Philippines
United States
Ifty
Bashneas
Olcero
Artiat
Appligne
Beng
Indianapolis News
New England
Java
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