Constitution on sale at multiple newsstands and offices
The Washington Bureau address appears on No 1727 Street N W with John Corrigan as correspondent in charge. The Constitution is sold by 3 p.m. the day after issue at several newsstands including Hoteling's, Times Building, Broad Street, Forty-second Street and Broadway, and Thirty-eighth Street and Broadway. The paper disclaims responsibility for advance payments to out of town dealers or agents.
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Washington
N. W
Alr
John Corrigan
Siesta
Hotaling
Broad
Forty-second
Times
Thirty-eighth Street
Broadway
A Year’s Peak and the Wilson Era Outlook
A historical review notes 1918 opened with uncertainty over tariff and currency but closed with renewed optimism. It credits Wilson’s policies, financial reform, and a stable outlook for a prosperous year, highlighting Georgia’s strong year and southern economic revival as part of a national trajectory toward calmer, fruitful times.
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Wilson
Europe
Mexico
Congress
South
Georgia
Catton
Reforms Promise Railroads Loosen Trade Channel Funds
Rehabilitation pledges disappearance of old financial abuses in railroads. Evidence of swearing off past practices, with revenues redirected to improving areas rather than profits. Interstate Commerce Commission endorses conservative action, unlocking a rebuilding fund. The past year defied pessimists, benefiting the nation and the South. the coming year should yield richer material achievement.
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Aieas
Interstate Commerce Commission
Humphrey lauded for fiscal deftness in Atlanta
In a year of tight finances, W. G. Humphrey, chairman of Atlanta's council finance committee, earns praise for skillful, prudent management. The piece credits him and the administration for keeping city finances stable amid strain, noting his diplomacy, fiscal genius, and dedication. It calls his record a high-water mark for the city.
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W. G. Humphrey
Council
Atlanta
Humphrey
The Colonel Strikes Fire In Latin America Debate
A balanced column reviews Roosevelt versus Dr Martinez over the Monroe doctrine. It argues the dispute stems from past Latin American fears of U S superiority, notes lingering prejudice, and concludes the clash is more playful than pivotal. Roosevelt’s vigor and Martinez’s stance frame an ongoing transnational exchange.
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Roosevelt
South America
Egypt
Marcial Martinez
Chile
Martinez
United States
Root
Latin America
Uncle Sam
Taft
Wilson
Hera
Thera
Santiago de Chill
Women push for dress reform amid split skirt debate
The Springfield Mass Republican notes women in Cleveland and nearby regions rally for reform of feminine attire. It argues the change is a legitimate movement and that women should lead the effort, mocking male debates over the split skirt and other fashions as inappropriate for men to decide.
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Springfield
Mass
Cleveland
Ita
Women to regulate fashion reform without male intrusion
The author argues the public is revolted by male censorship of women’s attire and urges women to take charge of fashion matters. If styles oppress them they should emanciate with dignity, resisting unwritten annual dress changes. The piece mocks male reformers and notches toward female autonomy.
The Truth About Santa Articulates Santa Clause Belief
Dr B F Rea of Lafayette Ala defends keeping Santa Claus in Christmas teaching. He argues joy and enchantment matter, and that truth need not erase wonder. He warns a world without Santa would be barren and bleak.
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B. F. Rea
Lafayette Ala
Holman Holtzclaw
Santa Claus
Travail
Another British Specter Forces Indian Rising Fear Across Empire
The piece warns of a renewed native uprising risk in India tied to African labor disputes in Natal and South Africa. It notes violence and deaths from strikes, Hindu Muslim unity in protests, and potential spillover effects into India amid immigration restrictions, Anglo Japanese talks, and anti Oriental sentiment across Pacific nations.
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India
Natalland
British South Africa
Great Britain
Africa
England
Associated
Pacific
Japan
America
Ian
Anti Santa Claus Debate Then and Now in Lafayette
Dr BFREA of Lafayette Alabama argues for truth and science over myths and the Santa Claus myth. He contends gifts without the myth can bring equal joy and calls for focusing resources on disease prevention and public health.
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Hollaclaw
Santa Claus
M. D. Lafayette
Ala
Subconscious Happiness by George Matthew Adamb
A trimmed summary of Subconscious Happiness discusses inner happiness as a driving force shaping actions and worthwhileness. It argues happiness arises within, radiates through life, and fuels service and growth without needing outward smiles. It links deep purpose to lasting contentment and unseen influence on work.
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George Matthew Adamb
Favorite Southern Eggnog Recipe From Distinguished Women
A 1913 column presents a traditional southern eggnog recipe by MRE Thomas J. Shinn. It details eggs, rum, brandy, sugar, cream, and nutmeg with notes on whisking, folding, and adjusting strength by altering spirits and milk to preferred thickness.
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MRE
Thomas J. Shinn
Commander Seam
Municipal Christmas Tree A National Institution
Leila Austell Thornton argues that municipal Christmas trees symbolize growing civic spirit in New York and Port Jang and urge Atlanta to start a similar campaign. She emphasizes how such trees bring merit and cheer to the poor and promote cooperation in spiritual civic work.
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Waller
New York
Port Jang
Atlanta
Leila Austell Thornton
Portland
Maine
Was Lore Bentinck murdered a widely debated mystery
The article recalls Lord William Cavendish Bentinck's death in 1848 amid turf disaster and personal heartbreak. It notes his health, a walk to Thoresby, the coroner's verdict of a heart spasm, and later theories suggesting foul play or familial involvement, framing it as an unsolved historic mystery with enduring speculation.
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William George Frederick Cavendish Bentinck
Duke of Portland
Teresias
Amun
Sulplice
Lord George
Lord Benconflela
Lord George Bentine
Thoresby
Taillen
Corn Vatet
Welbeck
Goa
Sad Case of a Fact Made Law
A Wisconsin law requiring medical examination before marriage faces fierce medical opposition. Doctors say the bill demands exhaustive tests and months of analysis costing far more than the fee, making enforcement essentially impossible and likely to become a dead letter. The piece argues the reform is misguided and shows the folly of hastily framed statutes.
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Wisconsin
Milwaukee
Horace W. Brown
Noguchi
Chia
Railroads appeal to ICC for 5 percent rate rise
An appeal by U S railroads to the Interstate Commerce Commission seeks a 5 percent freight rate increase. The Manufacturers Record argues higher rates are needed to fund expansion and prevent government ownership, urging prompt ICC action to revive railroad investment and activity.
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Interstate Commerce Commission
Wireless From Train Delays and Clarifies a Death Arrives
A passenger on the Delaware Lackawanna and Western train No 4 from New York to Scranton was met by a friend after a wireless relay from Cresco. A morgue wagon was summoned but not needed as the man, who collapsed, was resuscitated. The telegraph, telephone, and wireless links carried on a continuous exchange during the 12 mile 16 minute segment through Tobyhanna and Nay Aug tunnel.
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Anton
Philadelphia Pubic Ledger
Delaware, Lackawanne and Western
New York
Scranton
Cresco
Lackawanna
Tobyhanna
Nay Aug Tunnel
Italians seek release of Mona Lisa thief, a bold act debated
Italians call for the release of the man who stole the Mona Lisa, arguing the act may warrant leniency. Some suggest the Carnegie fund or others may recognize him as an international hero.
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Philadelphia
Winds to power Alaska mission lights in polar night
Right Rev P T Rowe authorizes University of Pennsylvania engineers to design windmill powered electricity for the Episcopal mission at Point Hope Alaska. In a polar night lasting months the wind averages 25 mph and winter temps drop to 35 to 55 below. The plan aims to light homes and churches, heat houses, and demonstrate adaptation of nature to human needs. Rev A R Hoare leads the effort, seen as a bold step toward living in harmony with long night conditions.
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Bram the
Worcester’ Telegram
Alaska
P. T. Rowe
Diocese of
University of Pennsylvabia
Episcopal Mission
Point Hope
Arctic Circle
Nature
A. R. Hoare
Newaryland
Winimis
North Pole
Indifference to Reform in Republican Ranks
From The New Bedford Standard, a commentary on proposed rearrangements and reform for the Republican party. It argues for vigorous, clean-cut reorganization while noting leaders and rank and file show indifference and disdain toward mechanics of organization and the idea of a reconstituted national convention.
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New Bedford Standard
Republican Party
The Human Factor in Railroad Safety
The piece argues that faking thought or neglecting safety rules causes accidents. It cites the Interstate Commerce Commission and calls the Inman factor central to accidents. It stresses habitual rule violations by workers and the need for constant vigilance and punishment for disobedience to improve safety.
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Interstate Commerce Commission
Inman
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