Illinois Lawmakers End Session Endorsing Woman Suffrage Move
The Forty-eighth General Assembly closed its work on June 20 with adjournment to June 30 to allow the governor to act on measures. Major actions include large appropriations totaling 38 million dollars and a broad roll of reforms from highways and taxation to labor, mining, and civil service. The substantial push for woman suffrage is highlighted as a key measure, while other items involve education, public health, and municipal powers.
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Solitude Quote From Bacon on Crowds and Love
A concise reflection on solitude contrasting it with crowds. Bacon notes that a crowd is not true company and faces are just pictures while love is absent, highlighting the emptiness of social bustle.
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We Need Ventilation, Ruskin Says Of Our Age
A quotation from Ruskin stresses the imperative for ventilation in body and mind across society. The line claims physical, intellectual, and moral breath is essential to progress in any era.
Merchant and youth haggle over cash and credit
A merchant asserts cash is required while the young man asks for credit. The exchange centers on the idea that cash is “way down,” explaining the favor sought despite the merchant’s rule. The dialogue hints at broader economic strain and personal hardship.
Near Death in Cider Barrel Accident
Albert Euerton stood on a cider barrel to pump juice when the barrel head collapsed sealing him inside. He was pulled from the barrel soaked and nearly drowned before rescuers freed him.
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Albert Euerton
Flying Fish Came First and Their Remarkable Ages
A compact note on flying fish predating birds in ancient seas. It describes flying fishes as a premier eating fish, solid as beef yet tender as a banana, and notes they swarm waters and are even used as manure in Barbados.
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Barbados
Preach by Example Be What You Wish To Become
A succinct aphorism urging personal conduct as the model for others. It emphasizes living by example over preaching words, attributed to Amiel.
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Amiel
Federal Reserve Act Outlined by Owen Glass in Congress
Washington reports that the Owen Glass McAdoo bill to create a federal reserve system is under consideration by both houses with President Wilson's approval. It outlines district division into federal reserve cities, stock requirements for banks, board structure, earnings distribution, and sweeping supervisory powers.
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Wilson urges prompt currency reform to aid business
President Wilson addresses Congress urging swift banking and currency changes to free business from tariff restraints. He calls for elastic credit, public control of banking and issue, and measures to mobilize reserves while preserving initiative and enterprise. The speech stresses duty, policy clarity, and bipartisan action.
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Wet Guessing at an East End Evening Party
A young man at a small East End party wins favor with a college girl, leads her to supper, and proclaims his liking. She asks why, and he replies that she is the only college girl he ever liked because all the others know so much.
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East End
Ups and Downs Remembrance of a Seasick Moment
A brief exchange recalls life’s fluctuations and a memory of seasickness. The dialogue contrasts optimistic and bleak views, highlighting how personal distress can feel overwhelming at times. The remark emphasizes resilience through rough patches.
Springtime verse sparks streetwise budgeting quips
A literary aside contrasts a poet's springtime romance with daily life costs like rent gas and clothes. The speaker jokes that poets are impractical while noting the pressure of living expenses influencing thoughts on love.
Boy Scout assists fainting elder in medical scene
A young Boy Scout steps in as the doctor is called to help an elderly party who falters. He tells the crowd to stand aside and remains calm while the medical aid is administered.
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