Political clashes and railroad portage plan dominate
The piece denounces Senator Quay and praises the Senate’s vote against him. It notes the queen’s departure from Ireland and questions her visit, then promotes a portage railway idea to connect Portland ocean traffic with Idaho and Lewiston. It argues cheap transportation will unlock mineral and farm growth, urging rapid Pacific Idaho Northern Railway progress and funding.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ireland
Emerald Isle
St Patrick
Olas
Francis Adams
Union Pacific R. A
Purtland
Dalles
Idaho
Nminor
Columbia River
Portland
Great Northern
Northern Pacific
Canadian Pacific
Sound
Lewinton
Pacific & Idaho Northern Railway
Weiser
Lewiston
Stanp
Columbia
Remembering Admiral Downy and warning against imperialism
The piece honors Admiral Downy for a key victory in Manila Bay and lauds his valor while noting his presidential bid as a mistake. It criticizes Mason for calling U S troops from Cuba and attacks imperialism, the gold standard, and concentrated wealth. It also reports steel mill closures by American Steel and Wire Trust, linking unemployment to market conditions and profits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Downy
Tanita
Manila
Hay
Mason
Quba
George
G. Washington
American Steel & Wire Trust
Great Trust
Policy versus Principle in Boer War Debate
The author argues Germany shifts to favor England in the Boer War, warning American readers that greed guides governments and that US policy betrays liberty. They claim 98 percent of Americans sympathize with African patriots, condemn imperial aims, and criticize the British crown and US administration for prioritizing gold over human rights. The piece contrasts German opinion, British pride, and Irish strife while accusing leaders of diverting from republican principles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
England
South Africa
Fashionable Neckwear from Eastern Fashion Centers
A description of new neckwear for men and women highlighting an extensive, lavishly bought assortment. The buyer gathered a large variety, with emphasis on men’s styles, inviting readers to see and appreciate the latest creations in this merchandise line.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
East
Sea Island Silk Lining Promises Timeless Fabric Fit
The Sea Island Silk Lining is praised for retaining shape, with a waist lined to hold form indefinitely. Tailors widely adopt it, commanding high prices for costumes due to the guaranteed perfect fit it delivers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gilbert
Sea Island
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A. BE. Lockwood
Matt Quay
United States Senate
Senate
Mr. Adams
Britain
Shylock
Treland Button
Trishmen
India
Geisecke
Selz
Schwab
Utz & Duan Concern
Rochester
N. Y
Godman
Clothing Department
M. E. Sommercamp Co
China
Langdon & Batchellers
Thomson
Aden Atyles
Monarch
Cluets, Peabody Co
N. F. Kimball
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