County Officials and Attitudes in 1894 Political Commentary
A compiled list of county officials led by John S Benham and colleagues is followed by a series of editorial quotes. The items critique U S politics including proposals on the presidency and the League of Nations. Sources cited include St Louis Times Long Beach Telegram Detroit Free Press Philadelphia Press Du buque Times Journal Nashua Telegraph.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wheeling
W. Va
Long Beach
Cal. Telegram
Switzerland
League of Nations
Detroit Free Press
Wilson administration gas spending cited in campaign critique
The piece accuses the Wilson administration of spending 116 million dollars on poison gas during the war with none reaching front lines. It claims Governor Cox uses leftover material in his campaign and denounces Creel and his group for suppressing news. It asserts Creel spent 5.85 million dollars, violating open covenants.
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Wilson
Cox
Congress
France
United States
George Creel
Creel
Pretender Roosevelt Covers Democratic Essence
A clipped report notes a figure labeled Pretender Roosevelt discussing the Democratic party as the core of political life. The piece hints at internal debates and the party’s perceived direction without detailing specific policies or events.
League of Nations Under Fire by Cox and Roosevelt
The Monroe Doctrine is praised as the league’s essence by Cox with sharp satire on the League’s purpose. Roosevelt’s stance gains some support among critics who see the body as a blend of Democratic Party, British influence, and Wilsonian aims. Critics warn the League harms American peace and prosperity and urge interment of the concept.
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League of Nations
Tammany Cox
Young Roosevelt
Democratic Party
Wilson
Engineer Statesman Questions Fireman Campaign Money
In Boise City Idaho the engineer-statesman defends conservative fundraising figures while noting Roosevelt set $32,000,000 as a campaign benchmark. He urges higher totals to demonstrate broad public support and pressuring Cox to reveal larger figures despite internal splits.
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Boise City
Idaho
Engineer-Statesman
Cox
Maine
Franklin D
Franklin D. Roosevelt
Roosevelt
Mr. Cox
Sun
New York Herald
Sheriff Harper Answers Cap Henry Attack Incident
Versailles Indiana September 20 1920 in response to an article in the Osgood Journal the sheriff describes meeting soldiers at the jail yard on September 14 the men watered horses from the cistern on the north but the sheriff offered water from the south for stock and spoke with the soldiers before an attack by Capt Henry's bull dog interrupted the conversation
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Versailles
Ind
Osgood Journal
Henry
Harper
Court House
Village Oracle on Timely Topics and War
The Village Oracle speaks on daily topics and war with sweeping claims of knowledge. He hints at a cousin who married a man named Gunn, adding a personal twist to his broad commentary.
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Gunn
Sheriff Candidate Alleges Captain Henry Harassed Him Over Dog Fight
Thomas Harper of Ripley County recounts an incident in Versailles where Captain Henry and his company camped on county property. Harper claims verbal abuse and a dog attack, asserts the event was used to smear his sheriff bid, and defends soldier respect while urging fair treatment by voters.
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Buster
Henry
Germany
France
Captain Henry
Versailles
Capt. Henry
Ripley County
Thomas Harper
Recommend Candidate Amid Fire Committee Controversy
Batesville Herald questions the ethics of a fire committee with two members linked to the auto business and suggests William F. Pohlar, a Democratic candidate for county commissioner, would favor an auto truck for personal gain. The piece urges voters to scrutinize self interest in county leadership.
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Batesville Herald
William F. Pohlar
Herald
Pohlar
Public Sale of 100 Acre Farm and Livestock at State Read
Beginning at 10 a.m. Monday September 27 I will sell at public auction at my farm on State Read near Clinton Schoolhouse my 100 acre farm including livestock farming implements corn oats and many other articles Rowland Robinson proprietor J J Westrick auctioneer
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State Read
Clinton
Rowland Robinson
J. J. Westrick
Spaan and Watson Clash Over League of Nations
The article debates the League of Nations with Sen Watson's misinterpretations and Spaan's claims. It cites Article 10 and warns that US Congress could cede war power, criticizing Poland's wartime status and the League's effectiveness amid British and German politics.
League Prevent War Remarks At Democratic Rally
Spaan argues the League makes war impossible and questions why the United States should enter war. He cites U S soldiers and money as leverage while criticizing Democrats on Poland policy and the league’s role in preventing conflict.
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British Empire
Watson
League
Osgood
Assembly
Jim Watson
Spaan
Germany
United States
England
France
Belgium
Herald
Mr. Spaan
America
Congress
Cox
Wilson
Poland
Lloyd George
Campaign Pictures Supply for Next President
The Tribune offers harding pictures to any reader who wants a copy, while supplies last.
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The
Tribune
Harding
Gasoline Offered By Foerster Company
Motorists urged to buy gasoline with the Foerster Company advertising drums at 33 cents per gallon and smaller amounts at 35 6 cents.
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A. C. Foerster & CO
Apple Pickers Wanted for October Start
Help wanted notice seeking men women boys and girls to begin apple picking on October 1. Signed by Walter H. Fitch Spades Ind. English paper mentions Mr Cartwright described as considerably aged with a single gray hair.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walter H. Fitch
Spades
Ind
Mr. Cartwright
Daily Thought: Sin Has Many Tools
A compact maxim notes that sin uses many tools, yet a single “He” remains the handle that fits them all, reflecting a spiritual proverb on restraint and moral discipline.
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Daily
Sin
Holmea
Paraffin Polish for Dull Furniture
A household tip recommends using paraffin on a rag to rub furniture until oiliness is removed. Wipe with a clean duster to achieve a nice polish and satisfactory shine.
New Ladder Design Uses Slipping Foot Slots
A novel ladder concept features two steps on each side that slide in vertical slots. No rounds exist. ascent uses alternating foot drag as ratchets lock the pressed positions.
Wind speeds and historical hurricane records
The text notes that winds at ninety miles per hour create a hurricane and mentions tropical storms with speeds estimated over 600 miles an hour. It contrasts typical hurricane thresholds with historical extreme wind reports from tropical regions.
Ancient Ethiopian Princess In Egyptian Chariot Umbrella Sketch
Sir Gardiner Wilkinson engraves a depiction of an Ethiopian princess riding in a chariot through upper Egypt. The scene shows the princess shielding herself with a large umbrella.
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Gardiner Wilkinson
Upper
Egypt
Mystery Solved in Moving Picture Interrogation
A titled moving picture titled Whom am I proves an engaging puzzle as Cyril Boston transcripts reveal clues. The piece frames a playful mystery with a clever solution session. The tone mirrors a light entertainment segment from a vintage newspaper page.
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Cyril
Boston Transcript
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W. G. Oliver
Ora J. Davies
A. 8. Lesh
L. N. Hines
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Louis B. Ewbank
Julius C. Travis
Ira C, Batman
E. A. Dausman
John S. Benham
John W. Johnston
Charles S. Royce
Chris H. Kassendick
William B. Goyert
Daily E. McCoy
Horace A. Martin
Otto W. Pegee
Henry H. Gookins
Robert G. Schulenborgc
Blathershite
St. Louis
Philadelphia Press
Dubuque
Nashua N. H. Telegraph
J. H. Wilker & Co
First National Bank
the Bank OF Service
Coolidge
Esident
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