Pulitzer the Man Behind Scathing Press War
James A. Edgerton profiles Joseph Pulitzer editor of the New York World as a contentious figure who drew denunciations from both major parties yet built a vast circulation. The piece notes Pulitzer's influence, alleged policies, and suspected ties to railroad interests as investigations loom in New York and the District of Columbia.
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James A. Edgerton
United States
Joseph Pulitzer
New York World
William J. Bryan
Pulitzer
America
New York
World Fine&83
St. Louis Post-Dispatch
Ular
Theodore Roosevelt
Panama
Ralph
Vanderbilt
Panama Canal
District of Columbia
Pulitzer and his World judged for sensational journalism
The piece rails at Joseph Pulitzer editor of the World and condemns sensational reporting tied to Panama canal editorials. It cites President Roosevelt and Lincoln centennial references, noting Pulitzer’s claimed withdrawal from active work and vows of free speech even if jailed. The author defends press freedom against government meddling.
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New Journalism
New York World
St. Louis Post- Dispatch
Joseph Pulitzer
Panama Canal
Pulitzer
Panama
Joseph Pulitzer the man behind modern yellow journalism
The public generally regrets attacks on campaign stories about Roosevelt and Pulitzer. The piece outlines Pulitzer’s life from Budapest born 1847 to his U S careers, wars, political shifts, and the rise of the modern yellow press, noting his wealth, loss of sight, and philanthropy.
Cincinnati Five-Man Team Breaks Bowling Record in Ohio
The Krollman five man team from Cincinnati set a new world tourney score record at the Ohio state bowling tournament in Columbus with 2 991 total. They beat the Bonds five man team of Columbus by four points, a record set in Cincinnati last year.
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Columbus
Krollman
Cincinnati
Bonds
Dreamy German musician and foster son die in pact to kill each other
Henry Aman of Chicago and his twelve year old foster son Walter Knobel planned to die together. Aman stabbed Walter through the heart and then tried to kill himself but was stopped. A child's letter asked to bury them together in one grave. The tale evokes Isaac and historical echoes of sacrifice, questioning human nature and the soul’s immortality.
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Henry KR. Aman
Chicago
Walter Knobel
Aman
Walter
Abraham
Isaac
Walker Knobel
Carmack Case Judge Defines Inebriation
In Nashville jury deliberations over the Carmack slaying case Judge Hart defines drunkenness for jurors in the trial of Colonel Duncan Cooper Robin Cooper and John Sharp. Witnesses testifying on Leigh say he is an habitual drunkard while defense witnesses argue he was not drunk under the judge’s definition.
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Nashville
Tenn
Duncan Cooper
Robin Cooper
John Sharp
E. W. Carmack
Hart
Leigh
Carmack
McCann
Whitworth
Jackson
Pin Knights in Match Today
Four of the nation’s top pin and ball players meet in Cleveland to decide whether Chicago or Cleveland yields better bowlers. Louis Frang and Charles Gilbert face Will Flenner and Gus Steel in seven games this afternoon and seven tonight, with a return match January 3 in Chicago.
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Chicago
Cleveland
Louis Frang
Charles Gilbert
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Woman Health Advertises Dr Pierce Prescription
An advertisement promotes Dr Pierce's Favorite Prescription as a solution for womanly health, claiming it has helped thousands for over 40 years in private homes. It invites sick women to write for free confidential advice from the World’s Dispensary Medical Association in Buffalo New York and offers a medical book sent free with stamps.
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World
Dispensary Medical Association
R. V. Pierce
M. D
Buffalo
N. Y
Preace
People’s
Common Sense
Contestants Post $500 Purse for Today’s Opponents
The participants have announced a purse of 500 dollars for today’s competition against their opponents.
Surgeons Marvel at Case in Philadelphia
In Philadelphia on January 28 surgeons report the recovery of Mrs Lawrence A Ramsey after a Caesarian operation. The newborn girl weighed four pounds at birth and is living. Doctors note the survival of mother and child is rare in such operations. Mrs Ramsey stands just forty seven inches tall and is part of a Lilliputian vaudeville act.
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Philadelphia
Lawrence A. Ramsey
Ramsey
Yonkers Boys Save Playmate From Ice Floes
Two 14 year olds Raymond Rose and John Gebbard of Yonkers risked their lives among Hudson River ice floes to rescue playmate William Zimtle of Herriot Street. They are candidates for Carnegie hero medals.
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New York
Yonkers
Raymond Rose
Riverdale Avenue
John Gebbard
Hudson River
William Zimtle
Herriot Street
The Love of Fine Linen In German Households
During the French wars under Napoleon families fled with their linen chests to save valuable homespun fabrics. After peace returned the linen remained prized above treasures as a symbol of comfort and security amid past horrors.
Buchanan Courage Rally Declares Fearless Walk to Cannon
A Miss Buchanan cheers as an officer questions Mr Harry about walking to a cannon's mouth without fear. He replies he can do it, and he does, proving fearless resolve in a dramatic moment.
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Buchanan
Mr. Harry
Hall's Catarrh Cure Works Across Disease Stages
The advertisement claims Hall's Catarrh Cure cures catarrh as a constitutional disease by acting on blood and mucous surfaces. It offers a $100 reward for any case it fails to cure and invites testimonials, with sales through druggists at 75 cents.
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F. J. Cheney & CO
Toledo
Local notices and travels from several Iowa towns
Fairfield Journal reports Charles King in the city for business while Mrs. F M Smith visits Havre and Mrs. Joseph Davis and daughters shop with a Cotter home trip. Etta Arnold arrives from Brighton to stay about a week with Mrs. T C Kyle. Elsie and Ida Snyder travel home from Washington. Otto Warren and spouse head back to Davenport after funeral services for Mrs. John Andre. Mathers arrives from Corpus Christi en route to Haskins to visit Mrs. George Brown. Foley's Orino Laxative ad promotes cure for constipation and liver issues. G G Blodgett predicts a small peach crop due to warm spells and freezes.
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Joseph Davis
Clara
Margaret
Cotter
Etta Arnold
Brighton
T. C. Kyle
Elsie
Ida Snyder
Kalona
Washington
Muscatine
Otto Warren
Davenport
John Andre
Warren
Mr. Mathers
J. C. Mathers
Corpus Christi
Texas
Haskins
George Brown
Foley
Lemmon
Lemmon's Pharmacy Promotes Foley’s Honey and Tar Cure
An advertisement claims no cough or cold leads to pneumonia after using Foley’s Honey and Tar. It asserts the remedy cures deep seated coughs and colds and promotes Lemmon's Pharmacy as a source.
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Foley
Lemmon
Bethlehem Commandery to Meet for Red Cross Work
A called meeting of Bethlehem commandery No. 45 Knights Templar is set for Friday evening January 29 at 7 30 for work in the order of the Red Cross. Sir Knights are urged to attend promptly. Wilber Miller E. ?
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Knights Templar
Order of the Red Cross
Wilber Miller
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