Insurgents push for soldier compensation conference
A group led by Rep Dick T Morgan of Oklahoma and King Swope of Kentucky circulated petitions for a conference of Republicans to push soldier compensation legislation. The steering committee stalled. insurgents called a party conference, signaling likely action on soldier legislation with little delay.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dick T. Morgan
Oklahoma
King Swope
Kentucky
House
Washington State
Four Dead Mexicans and Our Double Standards
The piece contrasts U S reactions to Mexican deaths in Mexico with four Mexicans killed on Texas soil. It notes delayed reporting and Mexico's request for investigation, and questions U S honesty and national pride. The tone rails at perceived hypocrisy and calls for consistent justice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mexico
State Department
United States
Carransa
Texas
Exile Likely for Wilhelm as Allies Weigh Demands
The passage argues the Allies may press Holland to surrender Count Hohenzollern or push Germany to back extradition. Britain may refrain if Wilhelm is classed as a political refugee, leaving the exiled royal to his chosen home. Public interest appears low.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Holland
America
Wilhelm
Postoffice space-rate ruling sparks rail relief and doubt
An editorial reprint discusses the Interstate Commerce Commission upholding space-based mail rates. It argues the decision favors railroads over the Post Office, noting Mr Burleson’s claim of savings is outweighed by undercompensation for rail services and possible restitution to carriers.
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Providence
R. L
Postoffice Department
Interstate Commerce Commission
Congress
Burleson
The
Commerce Commission
After Dinner Stories and a Fateful Chaucer Quip
James Whitcomb Riley attends a literary dinner in Indianapolis honoring a local novelist. A spirited Chaucer discussion unsettles an earnest hostess who asks who Chaucer is. Riley answers with a calm jab that the dead poet is forever out of society, prompting surprised reactions from the circle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Whitcomb Riley
Indianapolis
Chaucer
Seneca
Riley
Mr. Chaucer
Republican women push for education department head and reform
The piece argues suffrage should focus on concrete reforms. It endorses a federal education secretary, ideally a woman, to advance wage laws child labor protections motherhood support and educational facilities nationwide. It cautions against seeking offices for glory and urges purposeful political action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Department of Education
White House
Labor
Becaus
So Soft Drinks With A Kick In Them
A collage of brief items notes a line about society women and butlers, a sale of all kinds of soft drinks, gasoline at 26 cents a gallon, a hotel carriage opener robbed of 105 dollars, and a card of thanks from Vioa Wisconsin for aid during horse illness and death.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. B
Vioa
Wis
M. R. Griffin
Local Notes From Nelsonville Area On Weekend Visits
A series of short social notes report visits and illnesses in the Nelsonville Chauncey Glouster and Murray City area. Fred Agin spent Sunday at home in Chauncey while Frank Smith visited Glouster Saturday. Marie Smathers visited relatives in Nelsonville last week. Elizabeth Kiff and Wents returned to Cleveland after a weekend with John Kirkendall. Bert Smathers traveled to Nelsonville Saturday. Leafy Rife was in Murray City Sunday evening. Edna Smathers Dayton Freeman and Lizzie Hayden shopped in Nelsonville Saturday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Place
Nelsonville
Fred Agin
Chauncey
Frank Smith
Glouster
Helen Smith
Kate Sayre
Marie Smathers
Charles Hankerson
Elizabeth Kiff
Wents
Cleveland
John Kirkendall
Bert Smathers
Leafy Rife
Murray City
Edna Smathers
Dayton Freeman
Lizzie Hayden
Practical Household Tips From A Historic Newspaper
If rubbers pull off in heavy snow or mud, make two eyelets on the heel and thread a shoestring to secure overshoes. Repair mats from worn bedspreads, bound at edges. Adjust kitchen table height with wooden blocks or leg cuts. Invert a jelly glass over the milk bottle to protect it instead of using a paper cap.
Gretchen Schwarz Birthday Party Attended by Local Children
Mr and Mrs John Schwarz hosted a birthday party Sunday for their daughter Gretchen. Attendees included Marie Shively Margaret Schens Elisabeth Schenz Anna Collins Catherine Collins Pauline Pierce Elizabeth Schwarz Geraldine Gerdes Monica Sheskey. The event lasted from 1:00 to 4:30 PM with games played in the afternoon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Schwarz
Gretchen
Marie Shively
Margaret Schens
Elisabeth Schenz
Anna Collins
Catherine Collins
Pauline Pierce
Elizabeth Schwarz
Geraldine Gerdes
Monica Sheskey
Athens High Set For Friday Night Comeback
Athens High aims for a strong rebound this Friday after a rough stretch. Coach Mackie expects no obstacle to the high quintet as they face the team that beat West Hi, with a bright outlook for the locals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athens High
West Hi
Mackie
High
Team Roster Gathers For Final Plunge
The report notes Conner returns to uniform after absence, Wise remains confined but improving, Collins set to rejoin the squad tonight, and Littler recovering from eye trouble as the team prepares for the decisive game.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Conner
Wise
Collins
Littler
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New York City
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Ohia
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Cecil W
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Brooklyn
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Portugal
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Andrew M Y
London
James J. van Allen
Cecil Bingham
Ceci
France
Caledonian Market
Binghau
Indiana
Dr. Treetment
Indi
Parker
Cline’s Pharmacy
Conner’s Drug Store
Lash’s Drug Store
Mc Drug Co
Owen Management
Owen Tire and Rubber Co
General Sales
Euclid Ave
Bedford, Ohio
Detroit
Chicago
Owen Tire & Rubber Company
Owen Factory
Owen
Owen Preferred
Bedford
Owen Tire
Euclid Avenue
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Reibold Building
Dayton
Buchtel
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