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The December 1895 issue of McClure's Magazine, edited by Ida M. Tarbell, features a range of journalistic pieces exploring topics of social, political, and economic importance. Ida M. Tarbell, known for her investigative reporting, played a key role in the publication’s focus on in-depth articles that highlighted social issues, industrial practices, and figures of the time.This particular issue includes pieces reflecting on the lives of influential figures, such as business magnates and politicians, alongside discussions of pressing societal concerns. It provides a glimpse into the transformative power of investigative journalism, illustrating how Tarbell’s work and the magazine contributed to public understanding of industrial America during the Gilded Age. Through compelling stories and factual reporting, the issue offers readers a reflection of the challenges and progress of the era.