Publisher's Synopsis
""Men and Issues of 1900"" is a historical book written by James P. Boyd. It provides a comprehensive account of the significant events, social issues, and notable figures that shaped the year 1900. The book covers a wide range of topics, including politics, economics, culture, and technology. It delves into the political landscape of the time, discussing the presidential election, the Spanish-American War, and the growing tensions between the United States and China. The book also explores the social issues of the era, such as women's suffrage, labor unrest, and the rise of the Progressive movement. Additionally, it highlights the achievements of influential individuals, such as Theodore Roosevelt, Mark Twain, and Andrew Carnegie. Overall, ""Men and Issues of 1900"" offers a fascinating insight into a pivotal year in American history.1900. The Vital Questions of the Day including Territorial Expansion, The Nicaragua Canal, Coin and Currency, The Porto Rico Problem, The Open Door, Our Philippine Policy, Commercial Extension, Uses and Abuses of Trusts, etc. A Compendium of the views of all parties written by our most distinguished statesmen and leaders, among whom are George F. Hoar, Henry Cabot Lodge, Chauncey Depew, Benjamin R. Tillman, William B. Allison, Joseph B. Foraker, William Lindsay, Wharton Barker, Henry M. Teller, George B. McClellan and many others. Together with The Lives of Candidates for President and Vice President, and the National Platforms. Also a national portrait gallery containing halftone photographs of the great leaders of all parties, with concise biographies of each.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.