Speaker of the House by L. White Busbey
The article critiques popular misconceptions of the Speakers power, detailing how letters from scholars, editors, and prominent figures misjudge congressional process. It discusses the endless chain of correspondence over a California forest bill, the role of the Rules Committee, and the Speaker’s duty to respond courteously while respecting parliamentary rules.
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L. White Busbey
Agzmoraaul Park
Elijah
Missouri
Congress
Bowery
Furance
Ohio
Thauight
California
Stuents
Duffieuit
Endles
Tan
Nersonal
Edge
Miaie
Jomet
Enterprise
Thes
Committee On Public Lands
Committee On Rules
University
Committee On
Mani News
Reet
Mae
Joe
Maj. McKinley
Cannon
Committee On Uses
Cline
Busbey
Sunday Post
Odd Crafts of Immigrants in New York Exposition
Special Correspondent describes New York’s vast industrial display with Italian artisans leading in mosaic pavement, copper smithing, and sculpture. It portrays street scenes: coppersmith shops in Mulberry and Center streets, a French quarter studio, and immigrant workers turning craft into daily bread amid a thriving late 19th century urban showcase.
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Washington
New York
Center Street
Washington Square
Mulberry Street
America
Europe
Nick
Shovel
Ellen Terry Greenroom Memories from War Training Era
Reprinted recollections recall Ellen Terry’s childhood impressions of theater greenrooms and members like Carlotta Leclerc, Miss Heath Guterward, Mme Vestris, and Chippendale. The Philadelphia Press note hints at a critic’s book turn as well as Horsford’s Acid Phosphate ad claims.
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Greenroom
Everybody's Magazine
Hilen Terry
the Greenroom
Princess’ Theater
Columbines
Carlotta Leelereq
Heath Guterward
Wilsor Barrett
Ophela
Chippendale
Compton
Philadelphia
Ne Riter
Crittick
Wynne at Consulate Limned as Man of Mastery
A London World profile portrays Robert Wynne, United States consul general, as a poised, capable leader at the embassy door. The piece recalls Wynne’s Irish-Welsh lineage, tradition-minded bent, and rise from humble beginnings to Washington circles, noting his calm demeanor, humor, and strong grip in handling duties at the London consulate.
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United States
Investigaton
Secretary of the Interior
Une
London
Bishopgate Street
United States of America
Inquiry
America
Bureau de Change
Wynne
Robert Wynne
Robert J. Wynne
Holland
Mr. Wynne
Wales
Ireland
Robert
England
Shew
Mr. Wrnne
Roosevelt
A Voyage Worth Taking in the Noahs Afloat Era
A nostalgic appraisal of a Noahs Afloat voyage and the Noahs as symbolizing civilization’s high-water mark, followed by an extended profile of journalist turned statesman Wynne. The piece praises Wynne’s postmaster general tenure, Roosevelt's support, and contrasts American and English traits including work ethic and openness.
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The
Ark
Gridiron Club
Wynne
Roosevelt
Oyes
Ufe
Patriotism in schools and a wagon stunt from Kansas Globe
An American speaker contrasts U S and English patriotism teaching in schools while recalling a chaotic wagon ride in a Santa Fe crowd tale. The piece ends with a note from Atchison Kansas Globe about forcing a dog to howl by tying it up.
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Towser
Atchison Kansa Globe
Windjammer on Wheels Consolation Tale From Virginia
A Washington man and a Kansas City visitor carpool in a wind powered “Gryland navy” wagon tale from 1853. The inventor Thomas showed off a land sailing wagon on the prairie, attracting crowds and a Santa Fe offer, with flying machine dreams and a debate on East travel versus West innovation.
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Thaumas
Thomas
Santa Fe
Santa Fe Nation Company
Washington Man
Kansas Cay
Washington
Virginia
Irom
Kansas City
Alexandria
Kansas
Edison
Santa Fe Navigation Company
Cure Promising Cure With Cuticura In Two Weeks
A testimonial claims Cuticura cured a widespread skin disease in two weeks after years of suffering. The writer describes severe head and body eruptions, using Soap and Ointment with hot baths and noting complete clearance and no marks after treatment. Signed H B Franklin Allegheny Pa.
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H. B. Franklin
Washington St
Allegheny
Corp. Fole
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