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Newspaper
Anniston Evening Star
Location
Anniston, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1916
Page
6
A jumbled collection of quips and musings on manners ships and politics. It references Davy Jones Prittania Uncle Sam and Theodore Roosevelt with playful criticism of monopolies and public institutions.
The article notes English people average eight matches per person daily. It claims few cigarette smokers there and contrasts gastroenterological types, stating men are equal yet stomachs differ widely. Dinnertime divides gastronic reactions between the gypsyptic and eupeptic.
A joking bank employee circulated a petition among Anniston’s leading citizens demanding that every preacher in the city be hanged. The stunt aimed to show how easily petitions persuade without scrutiny and to warn that a name on paper carries weight.
The piece notes rising wartime suffering across Belgium Poland Serbia and Armenia and cites Armenians starving in Turkey Persia and Syria. It laments declining foreign relief contributions as millions are earned from war munitions while urging Americans not to ignore suffering abroad.
The piece questions whether it is right or ethical for a lawyer to defend someone known to be guilty. It argues this defense challenges law enforcement and hinges on prosecution strength, asserting the law should ensure punishment regardless of loopholes or juries. The ultimate responsibility lies with the legal profession.
The Boy Scouts of Anniston receive praise for their conduct during the Chautauqua week. The piece lauds the Scouts for industry, self reliance, and dependable service, calling the organization a great citizen-building movement and a source of honest pride for boys and families.
The Anniston Star argues for continuity with Woodrow Wilson, praising his peacekeeping stance and neutrality amid global conflicts. It cautions against changing leadership before war drums grow louder, urging voters to consider national interests over self.
The article argues civilization moves westward from Mesopotamia to Europe and beyond, then forecasts a future backward swing. It likens Pauls vision guiding westward expansion to a spiritual call urging Europe to receive aid, and suggests immigration will shift eastward as Europe rebuilds after war.
A long discussion on telephone manners notes Anniston exchange operators display rising courtesy and prompt replies. An accompanying Nashville Banner editorial examines polite phrasing like Who is this versus Is this Smith and Jones, arguing clearer, contexted introductions are better in phone conversations.
L. L. Scarborough announces candidacy for mayor of Anniston Alabama. J. L. Wikle seeks re election as mayor subject to the Democratic primary. Both emphasize fiscal restraint justice in Recorder's Court and city unity.
The national committee plans a Monday resolution toward a conference of Progressives and Republicans. The move marks the first definite step toward forming a coalition between the two parties as convention talks continue in Chicago. Reserved language hints at a broader merger strategy.
A candidate for re-election to the Anniston City Council presidency declares his bid subject to the city executive committee action. The statement frames the forthcoming campaign as an official candidacy and signals party or committee oversight.
A series of declarations show several candidates for Fifth Ward councilman under the City Democratic executive committee action. Names include T H Cockerell Pp C Wigley Chas C Kennedy and A Arnold as contenders awaiting primary action.
Several candidates announce bids for Councilman from Anniston Ward One including Hollingsworth Mallory Jesse Evans and John Boozer. They pledge service to all citizens and note candidates will run subject to city executive committee actions.
The notice lists candidates for Councilman from Ward 2 in Anniston Alabama. TOM CARTER announces under the Democratic primary. M. F. Snider and W. E. Parker also seek Ward 2 seats subject to the City Democratic Executive Committee action. A. (Tobe) Hamilton is mentioned as a candidate.
The Friends of J A Durgess known as Uncle Jack announce his candidacy for councilman from the Third Ward in the Democratic primary pending city executive committee action. A separate notice names a candidate for Fourth Ward councilman under Democratic party action. Support requested.
Anpiston announces candidacy for cousei iman representing the Fourth Ward. The announcement highlights community service goals and plans to address ward concerns.
Washington sources report James for Permanent Chat and Senator Stone for platform work are near agreement with Wilson and Senator Pomerene of Ohio. The plan is under consideration for the chairmanship, and James is expected to go down.
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