The Trust Remedy and Free Trade Debate
The piece argues that removing tariffs would not weaken powerful trusts like Standard Oil or Sugar and would instead aid them, while harming smaller firms. It questions free trader claims, notes steel and sugar interests, and cites Republican policy as proven and safe. It cites Minnesota Free Press and Knoxville Tribune perspectives from the era.
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Standard Oil Trust
Truat
Sugar Trust
Great Trust
Suzar ‘Trust
Federal Treasury
United States
Federal
Treasury
Trist
Steel Trust
Babcock
Babsock
Mankato
Minn
Free Press
The Tariff Reform Party and Democratic Tariff Politics
An article criticizes Democratic editors for nibbling at tariff reform as a campaign issue for 1904. It argues the party has a long history of failed tariff manipulation and shows little faith in future constructive action.
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Democratic Party
Berer
The Old Man Calls Upon Death for Release
An exhausted elder traveler lays down a heavy bundle of sticks and pleads for death to end his misery. Death arrives promptly and asks what he seeks, prompting a brief exchange that highlights his longing for release.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Death
Real Republican Reciprocity Support Frames Trade Policy
A Philadelphia Press excerpt discusses reciprocity under McKinley defining open markets as benefits from imports not harming workers. It asserts Kepwinean party support, Roosevelt Senate harmony, and no pending war on trade. The piece praises past policy success and suggests continued Republican backing for tariffs and free trade balances.
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McKinley
Roosevelt
Senate
House
Republican Party
BS Stroas New
Eetinains
Philadelphia Press
Right Sort of Tax a Publicity Tariff For Prosperity
Pendleton Record argues that tariffs resemble a tax but can boost prosperity, likening them to advertising expenses that fuel vast profits for modern businesses. The piece suggests critics overstate waste, while profitable enterprise hinges on continued promotion and scale.
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United States
Uimense
Pendleton
Principle of Reciprocity in U S Trade Policy
The Michigan Farmer argues that U S industries faced strong foreign opposition and grew under protective tariffs until they could stand alone. It urges careful reciprocity treaties that shield home industry from disruption and protect employment while avoiding damaging blows to domestic jobs.
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United States
Michigan
Policy clash over Crusta tariff risks prosperity
An Indiana editorial warns that any policy affecting Crusta and the tariff could jeopardize capital invested in industries and the welfare of millions of workers. It argues harm to either side undermines public prosperity and urges caution against measures that could wreck the two great interests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elkhart
Ind
Would Be an Act of Party Textile Record Quote
A Textile Record editorial denounces reciprocity plans allowing foreigners to enter the United States to harm American industry. It argues such measures defy welfare preservation instincts and contradict established experience, warning against partisan approaches that damage domestic jobs.
St Jacobs Oil praised for sprain relief in Wales
A Cardiff Times piece features Mrs. G. Thomas of Pontypridd endorsing St Jacobs Oil after severe sprained ankles left her unable to stand for months. She reports immediate improvement and eventual cure, while the article notes the oil's long history, medals, and medical endorsements.
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St Jacobs
Cardiff Times
St. Jacob's Ot
G. Thomas
Alexandra Road
Gelll
Yebrod
Pontypridd
South Wales
St. Jacobs
Pay of German Professors in a German University
A correspondence notes tutor pay of 25 or 30 dollars monthly and professors at 100 dollars, with some earning only 300 to 400 dollars a year depending on ability and popularity as student numbers determine fees.
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Chicago
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Defiance
Cornhill Magazine
Disney
Perehe
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Phosedis
Burns Mice Ysdrd
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Adl
Sullivan, Mer
Hallg Ruckel
Lykoe Moreshburton
WSR Leer
Jedieatune Eiaire
Thompson’s
Winchester
Omaha, Neb
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