Progressive revolt reshapes Congress amid Cannon clash
In Washington, Progressives challenge Speaker Cannon and the House Organization. They gain public support as reform bills like postal banking and land withdrawal move closer to passage, signaling a bloodless political revolution led by Poindexter Norris Murdock Lenroot and others.
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Cannon
Flushing
House Organization
Washington
Colonel Mann
John E. Lathrop
Wight
Joe
Sang Froid
Kow
Postal Savings Bank
Miles Poindexter
Norris
Nebraska
Murdock
Kansas
Lenroot
Wisconsin
Progres Sives
Congress
Right About Pack? Jones Wilson Primary Alignment
A discussion questions John N. Wilson stance on the direct primary pledge as Democrats weigh supporting Wilson or Jones in light of past Jones landslide and Wilson’s refusal to be bound if Democrats enter the Republican primary. The piece probes consistency and principle in party loyalty.
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John L. Wilson
Senator Jones
Jones
Senate
John N. Wilson
A. J
Safe and Sane Fourth of July Debate on Courage and Noise
The piece argues Fourth of July celebrations should allow boys to shoot crackers and fire cannons with care, opposing a fully silent, timid nation. It warns against eliminating gunpowder noise as it would erode national resolve and paint men as cowards, urging capable youths to lead with controlled displays.
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Poseille
The
Republic
Doubtful Loyalty to Mr Jones in Republic Editorial
The Republic editor shows no concern about Mr Jones loyalty yet cites a telegram revealing a pledge to Ankeny. The piece argues the editor's prior commitment weakened Jones's cause and hints that without that pledge, Ankeny might have secured support, noting behind the scenes influence by Boss Crocker.
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the Republic
Jones
Mr. Jones
Ankeny
Boss Crocker
Ankeney
Duor of the Republic
Crocker
Ankens
Abolish Secret Service, Hill Opposes Viewpoint
Tomes J. Hill railway magnate criticizes the federal secret service as costly and antiquated. He argues in The Highways of Progress that spending is wasteful and relic-like. The piece notes counterpoints praising the service for curbing fraud and protecting national resources.
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Tomes J. Hill
Federal
Secret Service
Uncle Sam
Alaska
Mr. Hill
Worm Control Urged for Yakima Apple Crop
With danger from frosts past, officials warn worms threaten this season. Last year about forty percent of Yakima valley apples were worm eaten, leaving culls for the mill. W D Ingalls urges thorough frequent spraying to prevent losses and protect the crop.
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Yakima Valley
W. Dpd. Ingalls
Taft Addresses Statehood and Reform in Monday Speech
President Taft spoke on Statehood for Arizona and New Mexico, postal savings banks, anti injunctions, conservation, campaign contribution publicity, and the railroad bill. The topics were hot across the nation and demand a vigorous national address from the chief executive.
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Taft
Arizona
New Mexico
Mother's Day Social Shows Club Spirit at Nob Hill
Mother's Day events fill North Yakima clubs with chairs and chatter. Susie Bogie notes Coterie Club's afternoon at Mrs. Van Slyke's home with mothers and guests, a "Question box" program, and a luncheon. Other society highlights include Tanoheon bridge, Naches Avenue Whist, Pythian Sisters trip, and a 20th wedding anniversary with playful burlesque vows, all reflecting local social life.
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Coterie Club
van Slyke
Nob Hill
Ketchum
Mickelson
Hull
Lub Tanoheon
G. J. Hill
Hier
North Piir Street
Tika Numtux Bridge Club
Tennant
Pickett
Dboxle
Seattle
Naches Avenue
Clib
L. J. Boardway
South Fourth Street
W. Dd. Wrighter
Ellensburg
Miss Inman
Rose
F. E. Nye
Mr. Hessey
Mr. Mitchell
Charles Swain
Fruitvale
C. E. Gibson
Swain
Press Opinions The National Disease and Farm Policy
The secretary of agriculture calls for more farms and educated farming. The article argues mass migration to Canada and the U S consequences, cites Brown on land waste, discusses political patronage, Poindexter, Cannon, Aldrich factions, and payne aldrich tariff in context of Washington state politics. It notes primary election effects on patronage and governance.
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Europe
Portland News
Secretary of Agriculture
United States
Canada
Mervels
Ocunmaat
Brown
New York Central Railroad
York State
Miles Poindexter
Poindexter
Chelan County
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Cannon
Committee On Rules
Washington
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Conessor
Jones
Otha
Haive
Chean Buncomue
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Aldich
Congress
Golden West
Fort George
San Francisco censor to burn two novels for moral effect
A San Francisco literary woman and friends plan to burn copies of The Strength to Yield and Three Weeks, deeming them unfit reading. The Bulletin notes the act aims to purge the literary atmosphere and express scorn for such works. The piece questions publishers' ability to supply replacements.
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San Francisco
San Francisco Bulletin
Poindexter Fights Cannonism and Aldrichism in Congress
The Wenatchee World reports Poindexter opposing the tariff bill, arguing it clashes with Republican principles. Voters are urged to judge by policies, not the old machine faction, as he battles Cannonism and Aldrichism in Congress.
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Poindexter
Aldrichism
Con
Wenatchee World
Yakima County unity urged over county seat fight
Mabton Chronicle argues against division of Yakima County into Granger or Sunnyside counties. The piece calls for unity and consolidation to preserve the county’s progress and unity against outside perception. It condemns conceit and warns that a county seat split would waste years of work and harm the valley’s future.
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Yakima County
Cascade Mountains
Rockies
United States
Maine
Coast
Canada
Gulf
Yakima
Mabton
North Yakima
Granger
Sunnyside
Mabton Chronicle
Edward VII the Peacemaker in History
The article lauds Edward VII as a master diplomat and peacemaker who eased tensions between England and France and fostered ties with Russia and Tingland. It notes his constitutional restraint, influence with Parliament, halving absentee landlordism in Ireland, and his nine-year reign saw progressive measures including old age pensions and education reforms.
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Edward
San Francisco Bulletin
Edward VII of
England
Edward the
Edward of
France
Germany
Russia
Tingland
Treland
Yankee Matador Nears Death in Mexican Bull Fight
Harper B. Lee a Texan and the only American matador in Mexican bull rings is dying in Guadalajara from injuries suffered yesterday after killing the bull and bowing in acknowledgment before collapsing. A college man and soldier of fortune, he learned the toreador craft from northern Mexico to nationwide fame.
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City OF
Mexico
Harper B. Lee
Guadalajara
Lee
Republic
Table Manners of Children Lessons for Everyday Etiquette
This notice teaches daily habits of good table manners for children. It covers upright seating, not resting elbows on the table, proper use of knife and fork, slow quiet chewing, wiping lips before drinking, and placing spoons on the saucer after stirring. It advises small portions and no waste, with knives and forks laid parallel on the plate when finished.
Table Manners for Family Life and Child Conduct
A guide stresses prompt replies about food choices and rules against soiled bonds and unruly attire. It promotes the table as a family social hub and encourages children to share life at school or play while avoiding gossip.
Senate approves probe into tariff defense pamphlet
Just before adjourning the Senate adopted a substitute for the Stone resolution directing an investigation of abuses of the Franking privilege. The substitute authorizes inquiry into the case tied to a pamphlet defending the Payne Aldrich tariff law.
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Washington, B
Senate
Stone
Missouri
Railroad bill stirs Senate with sharp exchanges
In Washington on May 10 the senate debated the railroad rate bill with acrimony and frequent interruptions. Senators Piles Lodgerd Bris tow spoke as regulars, while many quick interruptions made it hard to tell who held the floor throughout the lengthy session.
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Washington
D. C
Senate
Piles
Lodgerd Bristow
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