One Big Union Versus Loose Federation Divides Labor Leaders
A Federation of Labor convention debate pits the radical push for a single nationwide union against Samuel Gompers and conservative leaders who defend a looser, trade-based structure. Proponents warn a centralized union could trigger mass strikes, while critics say expansion risks forcing workers to support others' demands.
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Federation of Labor
West
Canada
Samuel Gompers
Gompers
American Federation of Labor
Women as House Planners in England New Housing Project
England launches a large scale housing program aimed at housing millions of workers. Women are invited to design the homes to fit daily domestic needs noting men often err with stove placement doors and storage. The article argues women developers bring practical insight for better living spaces.
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England
London
Village Wedding Sparks Show of Teary Joy
In a crowded church Flossie Flatfeet wed William Giles and both cried as the ring was placed on, while a nearby wedding aide and a Swiss train berth tale added light relief. A Montreal Grand Trunk humor line ends with a wheel-tapping worker’s joke.
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Flossie Flatfeet
William Giles
Flossie
Giles
Opinions Ireprinted: Tribune on soldiers death and humanity
The Chicago Tribune argues that soldiers die for their own country and humanity not for distant causes. It notes the distinction between sacrifice for homeland and idealized aims, countering Mr. Wilson’s view of soldiers dying for humanity.
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The
Chicago Tribune
Wilson
Armenia
Fiume
Europe
America
Lost Poems And Prose In The Reader Finds
A Ruth Cameron column invites readers to help identify authors of old poems and hymns. Requests include locating the source of a songable poem about love and awakening, a hymn-like verse beginning No foot of land do I possess, and the missing stanza of A Soul's Soliloquy. Readers are urged to supply authors and locations.
The Long Road of Life and Laughter
A reflective verse describes life's long journey filled with hardships yet tempered by humor and fellowship. The speaker contrasts youth’s bright days with later trials, noting how shared merriment and companionship help travelers endure toward the final inn.
Corn Beef and Peanut Salad Recipes for Today
Household hints offer recipes for today including Corn Beef to simmer then press in a bread pan with fat separated. Also Peanut Salad with chopped peanuts and celery marinated in French dressing served on lettuce with garnishes. Baked Strawberry and Rhubarb combines rhubarb and berries with sugar and slow baking.
Household tips from a bygone era
Practical hacks cover liquid preservation, cleaning and maintenance. Tips include preserving canned milk by diluting with water, whitening and cleaning methods for fabrics, waxing screws with soap, polishing wet leather with paraffin, flavoring desserts with lemon peels and cherry leaves, and adjusting loose doors by nailing casing for a snug fit.
Athens social notes and visits across the week
Residents and visitors across Athens and nearby towns are listed, including Mr. and Mrs. R. H. Bean and Mrs. E. W. Cunningham in Athens, the Brindy family of Scio visiting W A Shott, and Edith Bretz spending a week with Delno Bretz at New Marshfield. The Minear Chapter of The Eastern Star was inspected and Rexa and Marguerette Rice were installed.
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R. H. Bean
E.W. Cunningham
Athens
George Brindy
Scio
W A Shott
Charles Inman
Edith Bretz
Delno Bretz
New Marshfield
Jesse Watkins
Shade
John Post
W. L
Geneva Frey
Elizabeth Mann
Mary Elizabeth Wiseman
J. (. Stewart
Henry Geisenderfer
C. C. Cray
Orley Cray
Rexa
Marguerette Rice
Gray
St. Louis
Gaily Cottrell
Webb
A. E. Lawrence
R. W. Finsterwald
Pomeroy
C. H. Copland
Hamden
Mary Bartlett
Nelsonville
L. B. Finsterwald
War talk at Coolville church by Lt. Creesy
Lieut. Clyde K. Creesy will deliver a war talk next Friday evening at the M E Church. Ice cream will be served on the church lawn by the Ladies Aid Society of the M E Church.
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Clyde K. Creesy
M. FE
Ladies Aid Society
M. E. Church
Severe storm damages Mill Co roof and barn stock
A severe electrical and wind storm swept through the area last Saturday evening causing extensive damage. The Mill Co. roof was damaged and a barn owned by Ed Malone was struck by lightning killing some stock. The rest of the text lists local residents and visitors across Milford Center, Wilsonburg, Cincinnati, and nearby towns, detailing visits, travels, and family connections.
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Mill Co
Ed. Malone
G. R. Gunder
J. H. F. Parkins
Milford Center
J. H. Humphrey
Wilsonburg
W. Va
Humphrey
Mary Neaman
Cincinnati
Anna
Mabel Walden
Homer Smith
Columbus
Smith
G. W. Dean
Annie
Christs Hospital
J. S. Walden
A. O. Frame
Parkersburg
Ward A. Frame
Francis Tidd
D. H. Russell
Allbany
O. F. Larson
Chillicothe
Francis Green
Marietta
F.C. Taylor
E. E. Withey
Kansas
Local News Highlights and Social Roundup
The community hosts visits from Thelma Underwood and relatives while planning July Fourth events. Carl Yagala returns to Washington Pa after a stay with family. A W McBride buys an auto truck for depot freight. The Davis, Cowdry, Taylor, Green, Roberts, Walden, and Creesy households share gatherings and dinners as summer plans unfold.
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A. C. Davis
Thelma Underwood
Torch
C. A. Cowdry
Murray City
Carl Yagala
Washington, Pa
A. W. McBride
F. C. Taylor
Marietta
Drink Hot Water For Rosy Complexion Inside Bath Promise
An old health column touts a morning drink of hot water with limestone phosphate to flush toxins from the stomach liver kidneys and bowels. It claims clearer skin, fewer headaches and bilious spells within one or two weeks, arguing internal sanitation is vital for beauty and health.
Peanut Politics in Washington Senate Funds $12 000 for Grower Market Study
Washington action allocates 12000 dollars in Senate appropriations to gather market data for peanut growers. The move aims to inform prices and demand trends affecting producers and traders.
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Washington
Senate
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Mr. Warman
Grand Trunk
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Ruth Cameron
By Walt Mason
We Guysville
Coolville
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