How to Get Good Roads and Market Turmoil Reflections
A Washington Post front shows debate on using convict labor for road building as a practical yet controversial public works idea. It contrasts with strong market commentary noting stock swings, investor fear, and calls for prudence amid looming economic signals.
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Lawson
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Reform Demands in Philadelphia and City Government
A critical look at Philadelphia politics argues reform is hampered by the Republican organization’s grip on city government. The Philadelphia Press notes the mayor and officials are viewed as subordinates to the party machine, undermining genuine accountability and reform efforts amid chronic crime and governance concerns.
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Philidiphia
Philadelphia Evening Bulletin
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John Weaver
Wutters Good & Mavor
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Shannon
West Taint
West Virginity
Not Gather Grapes From Thorny Pushes and City Conflicts
A mosaic of opinions on Mayor Weaver’s Philadelphia tenure, editorials on press independence in Chicago, and debates over state militia efficiency, with notes on Massachusetts staff selections, national figures, and political maneuvering across cities. References to Roosevelt, Bank’s legacy, and various editorial stances frame a broad political landscape.
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John Weaver
Philadelphia
Scotch Marriage Law Sustained in London Court ruling
In London probate court Sir Francis Jeune upheld Scots marriage law in a case where a son claimed a fortune based on living together as man and wife without ceremony. The ruling contrasted with the Yelverton case, detailing prior Irish and Edinburgh actions and a long legal saga involving May Yelverton, Miss Longworth, and Mrs Forbes.
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Russell
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Whititehead
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Seotland
Capitol Chat and Capitol Curiosities Amid Senate Scenes
Senator Beveridge hosted a Indiana member elect Ananias Baker at the Capitol sharing biblical lore about Ananias and light banter. The Jefferson Bible issue spurs mass requests while Bartlett’s quorum gambit triggers a stampede of lawmakers. a chaplain’s bound prayers volume and a palmist tale add to a mosaic of late-session quirks and wit.
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Mahogins
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Cather
Witty Bits and Reflections From Old Newspapers
A collage of short quips and observations from Chicago Louisville and Kansas City papers. Snappy lines comment on economics voting gender roles marriage and public life with a jaunty tone from era newspapers.
Civil Service Reform and the Spoils System Debate
A long critique by Savoyfard on civil service reform and the careers of Hepburn and Grosvenor. It argues reform will persist despite opposition, condemns patronage, and advocates selecting less-experienced applicants who perform well, while warning against a return to spoils politics. The piece references Goebelism, Addicksism, and political derision across states.
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Democratic Party
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Committee On Appropriations
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Civil Service of
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Universal Brotherhood of Mankind
Prominent guests and political talk at major hotels
The Raleigh and the New Willard host notable figures including Virginia Governor Montague, Hawaiian leaders Alexander Young and Pual Peck, and local magnates. Discussions cover governance, education, Hawaii finances, sugar interests, railroad plans, and Electoral integrity amid calls for reform and public accountability.
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Memoirs of President Harrison Spark Controversy and Delay
Private papers allegedly by James G. Harrison include a complete history of Harrison’s administration with frank discussion of political incidents. The note suggests publication may be delayed, but urges release within a century for future historians. Separate fragments on London street names and social satire appear.
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