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Newspaper
Benson Signal
Location
Benson, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Jan 27, 1917
Page
3
President Wilson urged a World League to enforce peace and prevent a future war. He argued for a peace without victory, equal rights for nations, and free seas, calling for a universal covenant and limits on armaments to secure lasting global stability.
Washington reports a new economy drive in the post office department. Workers are assigned to unravel and tie ends of stray twine to form reusable balls. Clerks must limit twine to that needed, with guidance to send excess twine to central offices due to rising jute prices.
President Wilson is described as reading and writing in shorthand with high accuracy and speed. The article notes he drafts speeches and state papers in shorthand before typing, uses pads at hand in the White House, and often passes notes to a stenographer. It cites Tumulty, his secretary, and recalls James Madison’s early use of shorthand 150 years earlier.
Discussion on a legislative task to create a permanent government for the Danish West Indies after treaty ratification and transfer. Congress awaits a state department note, funds may be included in the deficiency bill, while a temporary administration and contracts are arranged. Senators cite Porto Rico as a precedent, from military rule to the Foraker act.
The Congressional Union marks its first anniversary in Cameron House at 21 Madison Place opposite Lafayette Park, now the national headquarters for the Susan B Anthony amendment enfranchisement movement. The residence has hosted many historic figures since 1828, shaping Washingtons political tradition.
Richmond Indiana woman Mrs M O Johnston describes severe illness and fatigue for two years. She credits Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound with restoring strength enabling her to move into a new home, perform construction tasks, and raise hundreds of chickens and ducks. She urges publication for other women.
A Cincinnati authority promotes Freezone as a painless method to lift corns or calluses with a few drops. The drug dries instantly, avoids irritation, and costs little at drug stores. If unavailable, pharmacists can source it from wholesalers. A separate item notes a building trades council organized in Clarksburg, West Virginia.
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