Independence debate in Porto Rico and new US governor
The article discusses Puerto Rico moving toward independence debates while President Harding appoints H Mont Kelly as governor, succeeding Arthur Yager. Felix Cordova Davila urges Congress to consider Dr. Albert Shaw’s article, arguing for measured autonomy and continued US partnership, with a focus on development, education, and economic reform in Porto Rico.
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Orto*rico
Philippines
Harding
H. Mont. Kelly
Kansas City
Arthur Yager
United States
Felix Cordova Davila
Congressional Record
Albert Shaw
Porto Rico
Congress
Speaker
Congress of the
Shaw
Washington
Ireland
Canada
Australia
New Zealand
South Africa
Massachusetts
Virginia
Unionist Party
Republican
Socialist Party
Porto
Rico
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Shington
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Gompers Again Heads A. F. of L After Convention
Samuel Gompers was reelected president of the American Federation of Labor defeating John L. Lewis 25,022 to 13,824 in Denver. He pledged boldness, said Hearst cannot control the union, and stressed unity, progress, and militant stance for labor's future. Tobin reelected treasurer Morrison secretary.
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Denver
Colo
Samuel Gompers
American Federation of Labor
John L. Lewis
United Mine Workers
Gompers
Lewis
Labor Movement
Hearst
Labor
Daniel J. Tobin
Indianapolis
Frank Morrison
Chicago
Hearsts
Garys
Germany Frees All American Property Held by Berlin
Berlin announces immediate release of all American property held by the German government. Much has already been returned but some credits and securities remain due to uncertainty over whether the United States will adopt Versailles style accounting. Germany says returning property carries risk of double payments, yet decides to hand over all American property now to ease owners’ trouble and resume German American trade.
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Washington
Porto Rico
Sam
United States
New York
San Juan
Caribbean Sea
Caribbean
Stars and Stripes
America
Denmark
St. Thomas
Virgin Islands
West Indies
Panama
Panama Canal
Western Hemisphere
Tonalye
Ameri Log Ag
Akg
Berlin
Foreign Office
Germany
Ship Fitzroy sinks off Cape Hawkey with 27 dead
The coasting steamer Fitzroy foundered off Cape Hawkey near Sydney. Thirty people were aboard and only three survivors are known. The finder reports the disaster occurred near Australian waters on June 28.
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Fitzroy Founders
Cape Hawkey
Sydney
Australia
Fitzroy
Greeks Recapture Ismid and De Valera Likely to Attend Peace Conference
Greek forces retook Semid on the Marmora Sea as their warships bombarded the Turkish evacuation. In London, assurances from Ireland indicate Eamonn De Valera will accept Lloyd George's invitation to a peace conference.
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Ismid
Constantinople
Semid
Sea of Marmora
Farmer Tells Tanlac Restored His Health Near Ashland City
A. J. Livingston of near Ashland City Tennessee describes stomach and kidney trouble with back and side pain. After using Tanlac he reports full recovery, renewed strength and appetite, sleeping well, and plans to tell others. The advertisement promotes Tanlac as a tonic and digestive aid sold by leading druggists.
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A. J. Livingston
Ashland City
Tenn
Nashville
Tanlac
No Backbone Golf Spin Declared By Doctors
A satirical quip from the Detroit Free Press notes doctors’ complaint about “golf spine” as an occupational issue, claiming that golf has always been spineless and that the notion is unlikely to develop into a real condition.
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Detroit Free Press
Aspirin warning and Bayer identification on packaging
An advertisement urges purchasers to verify Bayer branding on aspirin tablets to ensure genuine aspirin prescribed by physicians. It touts Bayer as the trusted source for treating colds headaches neuralgia rheumatism toothache and more with small tin boxes and larger packages available through druggists.
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Bayer
Too Much Optimism Cited By Jed Tunkins
Jed Tunkins criticizes optimism rooted in childish belief that a fairy will grant three wishes, arguing against clinging to such幻想.
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Jed Tunkins
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Ladies Learn Kidney Health With Swamp Root Remedy
Thousands of women suffer back pain headaches and nervousness from unseen kidney trouble. Dr Kilmer Swamp Root claims to restore kidney health and drive away illness. Request a ten cent sample by mail or buy larger bottles at drug stores.
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Kilmer
Looker-On Quote From Calcutta Reflects Struggle in Marriage
A fragment from the Looker-On in Calcutta presents a man recalling a difficult early marriage. He admits he was not a carefree youth and acknowledges hard efforts to support his wife, noting an inescapable struggle. No further context is provided.
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Calcutta
Cuticura Talcum Featured in Popular Trio Line
Ad endorses Cuticura talcum as part of the monthly trio with Soap and Ointment. Praises its delicate fragrance for face skin baby and dusting use and notes the trio costs 25 cents each and is sold widely.
Encouraging Symptom or Not Johnny Well Yet
Fragmentary dialogue notes concern a child named Johnny and his mother. The text references a morning scolding and a broader remark on dependence on modern conveniences, especially the telephone. The tone resembles a brief social observation from a historical newspaper page.
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Johnny
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