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  • Topic is exactly "Government and Politics"

November 21, 1908

The Planet is “woefully disappointed” with the government and claims that it is becoming an oligarchy of men who fail to terminate disfranchisement in the South.

March 17, 1894

A plea from a newspaper asking for Virginians to question the passing of the Watson Bill as it is voted in the House of Delegates.

March 3, 1906

An anonymous letter to the editor defends President Hayes after a “damaging article” was published about a complex lawsuit.

June 13, 1896

A reader submitted letter endorses a candidate in an upcoming election.

July 20, 1907

The Planet believes that Senator Foraker has been sincere in his support of the black troops discharged, and state his potential presidential opponent has taken a different stance.

November 12, 1904

President Theodore Roosevelt receives an endorsation by the citizens of the United States which is a “tribute to sterling integrity and endorsation of merit” and his ability to “observe great principles rather than tolerate petty prejudices.”

March 28, 1903

The Planet discourages its readers from supporting President Roosevelt due to his racist behavior.

October 26, 1907

A subscriber writes about how “Jim Crow” laws are written in a way that will stir controversy and not benefit either party, black or white.

July 21, 1894

An article from Hampton, VA reveals the sectional strife against the North, which hoped that the Northern economy will collapse while the Southern economy blooms.

January 18, 1896

An editorial against the segregated rail car bill introduced in the Virginia state legislature.
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