Charles Warren Fairbanks Interv 1907 Portrait and Path to Politics
Charles Warren Fairbanks discusses his Ohio upbringing, wagonmaker father, and farm life. He recalls early work, schooling, and self reliance, then details his journey to law, journalism stints, and rise to politics. He reflects on McKinley era ties, his Methodist faith, and temperament shaping his career.
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James B
Morrow
Washington
Charles Warren Fairbanks
Ilinois
Fairbanks
Loriston Manros Fairbanks
Fayerbatche
England
Boston
Jonathan
Massachusetts
Dedham
Ohio
New Emgland
Matrade
Ohio Wesleyan University
Delaware
Colege
Gresham
Polluies
Senate
Steaight
Insomnia Cured by ADA LUR IEM Formula Claims
An advertisement touts ADA LUR IEM as a universal cure for insomnia and nervous disorders for men and women. It markets eye brightening effects and a clear mind, claims safety, and cites use for shaken palsy and locomotor ataxia. Price 1 dollar per box, several New York and local retailers listed for purchase.
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Theowela
Mallee
Ada-Lur-Iem Medicine Co
Sixth Ave
New York
Wy Evans
Lu's Pharmacies
Pw. Nee
St & Ny
Stevens’ Pharmacy
Ogram's Drug Store
Sozodont Tooth Cleaner Promises Strong Teeth
Being an Alkaline Liquid Den tifrice, Sozodont penetrates all the little crevices of the teeth, neutralizes dangerous mouth acids, and purifies the whole tooth structure, making the teeth strong and well. Stand by Sozodont, and your teeth will stand by you.
Butler's Old Clothes: Roosevelt and Bryan Wear Butler's Clothes
The essay argues that Roosevelt and Bryan share Ben Butler's 1870s reformist platform, denouncing monopolies and backing government action. It claims Butler’s populist stance and Madison Square Garden speech influence shape both leaders’ current positions, as they metaphorically wear his old clothes. It notes Butler’s rise, his governance, and clashes with Boston aristocracy, framing him as a model for Roosevelt and Bryan.
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Tom Watson
Roosevelt
Bryan
Watson
New York Corporsions
Grover Cleveland
Benjamin Butler
Massachusetts
Charleston
Andrew Jackson
Plecea
Grant
Ben Butler
Boston
Jefferson
Jackson
Gen. Butler
Reston
Butler
China
Teutler
Wendell Philips
Ben
Wich
Bryantes
Theodore Roosevelt
B. I’. Butler
New York
Young
Bryan Jnlia
Jacksonville
Madison Square. Garden
Gongreas
A Changed Commonwealth From Collier's Weekly
In this excerpt from Collier's Weekly the author notes the desire for strong articles and the difficulty of obtaining them through diplomatic proprieties. It discusses the American Commonwealth and quotes on American statesmanship and federal oversight, including a reference to occasions a citizen recalls the federal government only at elections and customs duties. The piece reflects on the extensive reach of state functions and the role of diplomacy in sourcing thoughtful commentary.
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Hil Horse
Indianapolis
Miss Cole
Indiana
Ohio
Cornelia Cole
Cowarice
Commonwealth
Collier’s Weekly
Alminute
England
Queson
ABC
Post-Office
New York
Europe
Bryce's view of federal power as foreign affairs department
The text discusses Mr Bryce calling the Federal government an American foreign affairs department. It notes shifts from state sanctions to broader federal activities and references promises, regulation in Washington, bankruptcy, and the author Hoot. It reflects a critical analysis of government expansion and power.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bryce
Hoot
A Democrat in Kansas and a Southern Traveler Tale
A Washington hotel traveler relates a Kansas town funeral rumor about a North Carolina Democrat. The half-mast town hall, closed stores, and early dinner hint at local reverence for John Brown era loyalties. The visitor recalls a Southern man joining Union forces, initially as substitute, then combatant, amid wartime tension.
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John Brown
La-Ar Bahsas
Washington
Bredistast
North’ Carolina
Jkansag
Mort
Monument to honor fallen soldiers sparks town pledge
A town plans a soldiers monument after discussions about honoring the memory of local men who served and died. A citizen suggested funding, but leaders opted to raise funds locally with flowers from Kansas soil for the dedication. A dog saved a Colorado bridge fire earlier, prompting praise for canine alertness and a costly repair.
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Gemption
Kansas
Tara
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McKinley
Canton
Ndt
Methodist Church
Hanna
Cantm
Vim
Ben Davis
Ti Butler
United States
Impecunioeux
Aty
Carpenter Worl
Lfe
Pittsburg
Associated Press
Pennsylvania
Cleveland
Manhattan
Marysville
Goethe
Dryden
Lamartine
Chaucer
Wordsworth
Coleridge
Bryant
Q. Gresham
United
Republican Party
Ufe
James
Ciinedinst
Copyright
Charles W. Fairbanks
Keatabils
Peter Grogan
Bet. H and I
Robert Wallace
Marshall
Colo ‘Radg
Mia
Wallace
Prom Puck
Indy
Philadelphia
Priss
Nell
Redligs
Prue
Daniel Coit Gilman
Harry Thurston
Charles W
Fea
Glen Pire
Sim
Cutlom
Mead & Co
DODD
Fifth Avenue
Fhoha
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