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The Idea; A Sign of the Times, Vol. 4: January 1, 1910 (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Adon A. Yoder

 
9780484550598: The Idea; A Sign of the Times, Vol. 4: January 1, 1910 (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

A historic 1910 weekly from The Idea, a bold Richmond publication that challenges public corruption and fights for law and morality.

This edition gathers sharp editorials, outrage over official misconduct, and confrontational commentary on local politics and business interests.

You’ll encounter a candid, opinionated voice that questions how laws are enforced and who enforces them. The material offers a window into early 20th‑century civic activism, Prohibition era debates, and the press’s role in shaping public opinion.
  • Contemporary editorials on law, governance, and accountability in Virginia towns
  • Profiles and case notes on local figures and public servants
  • Debates over liquor laws, morality, and church involvement in politics
  • A snapshot of a periodical economy, controversy, and newspaper culture
Ideal for readers of historical journalism, political history, and turn‑of‑the‑century reform movements.

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