War on modern weaponry and its aims
An editorial discusses the advancing power of naval and land warfare, noting repeating firearms, Gatling, and machine engines as causes of greater destruction and expense. It cites Mehomelal In and British naval opinion on battleships, submarines, and air bombs, questioning whether new weapons will end war or drive it underground.
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Italy
Chicago
Ueland Walla
Eaern
New York
Seping Seto and
Beervaton
Peter Waahingion
Exprese
Tedagnealt
Dowsing
Washington
Expres
Stel Drawlogrom
Lepoo Part
Socefeets Beinn
Miners in Butte Claim Union Disputes Kept Hidden
The article argues disturbances among Butte miners are mainly driven by grievances against the Butte Miners' Union. Miners contend they were denied an accounting and hearing, and that union funds and records were damaged to force a collapse of the old union. It states the fight is by miners for miners, not a socialist or religious clash, with local companies seeking peace and the community hoping for calm.
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Butte
Butte Miners’ Union
Senate faces long session over anti trust bills
The Standard's Washington correspondent reports the Senate cannot adjourn before mid August as President demands the trust program move forward. The timing hinges on passing the Sherman act changes and reconciling House and Senate versions, with conference reports on other major bills also due. The session is expected to stretch beyond August 15.
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Standard
Washington
Senate
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Dreadnoughts Questioned by Sir Percy Scott
Sir Percy Scott of the British navy says dreadnought battleships and air power have made submarines practically valueless. He notes debate among officers as the U S government plans to invest in two or three costly dreadnoughts, potentially wasting funds on a dead horse.
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Percy Scott
Percy
Sam
Greece and Turkey Seek Warships Amid Postwar Tensions
Secretary Daniels pushes sale of two obsolete dreadnoughts to Greece at cost as both nations eye naval expansion. Turkey plans to bolster the Ottoman fleet from abroad, signaling prep for conflict over Aegean island disputes. The powers’ failure to enforce decrees fuels Greek and Turkish brinkmanship.
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America
Congress
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Aegean Islands
Asia
The New FeBoats and Lifeboat Shortfalls on Aquitania
Report discusses new Fe boats with wireless gear and automatic lowering systems amidships on the Aquitania and notes the Titanic lessons. It highlights lifeboat reliability failures on entering service and calls for thorough investigations and improved capacity and readiness in emergency gear.
Pinchot family eyes key spots in progressive squabble
The Pinchot family dominates area spotlight as Amos Pinchot campaigns against George W. Perkins in the progressive party. The New York Evening Post notes a circular was sent last month to national committee members and leaders, revealing internal conflict over finance links and welfare of the party.
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Progressive Party
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George W. Perkins
Angel
New York Evening Post
National Committee
War chest row colors Bull Moose rift and Pinchot
The piece notes a leak marked personal not for publication and indicates no action yet. It cites Mr. Roosevelt and Chairman Dixon facing opposition from Pinchot allies and predicts a schism. It outlines Perkins as a trust magnate accused of anti trust suppression and labor hostility, while Gifford’s costly Pennsylvania senate bid tests the movement’s unity.
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Gifford
Pennsylvania
Mr. Perkins
Press gossip from varied papers on Huerta and US politics
A collage of quotes from multiple newspapers discusses Huerta's credibility, U.S. political concerns, and Mexico from Pittsburg Dispatch to York American. It notes doubts about promises to quit and loyalty shifts, with comments on Washington and the canal question.
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Vilaratty
Mexico
Pittsburg
Intellectual Cocktails On Life And Rhythm In Society
Fragmentary quotes explore rhythm in nature and society from Herbert Spencer to daily life. The piece muses on seasons, winds, passions, vacations for spouses, and the paradox of constant virtue, ending with a saint's paradoxical search for God.
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Herbert Spencer
Aleo Paregis
Oh the Greens and Garden Pleasures in Walt Mason Song
A humorous verse by Walt Mason extols summer produce and hearty eating. It playfully lists greens beans peas onions and beets, contrasts light meals with rich fare, and champions simple garden foods as healthful temptations amid culinary whimsy.
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Arden
Boo Maras
Prohibition Era Humorous Fragments From The Washington Star
A garbled humor snippet shows misread lines about busy talk, information, and a quirky exchange with a Boston transcript. It includes a comic note on a father and mermaids, plus a jumbled remark about wading near a “ter rierican mancot-war” without stepping on broken bottles.
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Washington Star
Boston ‘Transcript
Neptune
Iris
Umuat
Untitled Column On Attitudes And Time In The Nation
An old Cincinnati Enquirer fragment questions public ethics and time perception. It riffs on public figures and ordinary men, noting shifting blame from the ills of the era to modern excuses. The piece mentions Rockefeller and a satirical view of a boy with warts from a quixotic payment method.
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Ette
Ling
Clxt
Rockefeller
Taleon
Not Air Mufflers and Modern Odds and Ends
A fragment from a satirical column mocks modern contrivances and social habits. It jokes about counterfeiting, divorce, women’s attire and cosmetics, husbands and wives, and consumer vanity. The tone is ironic and observational, reflecting early 20th century humor about everyday objects and etiquette.
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