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Uncle Joe Censor Spars in House Debate
In a House debate Representative Cannon suggested the President should forget for a month or two that he is a candidate. The piece lauds Uncle Joe as a partisan yet patriotic figure and questions the license to accuse the President of log rolling for re election. It argues Wilson will work for the public without regard to ballots.
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Wilson
Barrett Wendell
Special Aid Society For American Preparedness
Boston
Tiarry
King
Bedford
Exeter
Warwick
Talbot
Salisbury
Gloucester
Crispin Crispian
England
The American House Closes After Century of Hotel Use
The American House, long a hotel on a site with over a century of tavern use, will be closed and likely torn down. The building remains prosperous, but owners seek a more profitable use for the site, ending the house's era.
No Jurisdiction Over Canal Treaty Sparks Central American Debate
The United States signed a Nicaragua canal treaty granting exclusive rights, but the Central American Court of Justice ruled Nicaragua could not grant this without Costa Rica consent. The court, formed to settle regional issues, has no jurisdiction over a bilateral treaty, complicating the canal plan. Costa Rica claims joint rights and potential compensation, while the U S remains poised for exclusive access.
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United States
Nicaragua
Central American Court of Justice
Costa Rica
Treaty Ratified and In Effect According to State Department
The United States confirms the treaty has been ratified and the State Department regards it as in effect and binding, signaling full legal force and international obligation.
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United States
State Department
U.S. must not block German U freighter Deutschland status
The piece argues the United States should declare the Deutschland a merchant vessel and cannot interfere with private trade agreements. It notes the government is not party to nickel or other commodity contracts purchased in Canada and cannot prohibit their export. The State Department previously declined to interfere in export trade by American citizens or act for allies in such schemes.
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United States
Canada
Germany
State Department
Asquith Signals Home Rule Plan For Ireland
Prime Minister Asquith told Parliament that a bill to establish a government for Ireland will be introduced next week. He said broad agreement exists between Nationalists and Unionists and urged acceptance, calling the arrangement a rare opportunity. He pledged shared responsibility and urged a reasonable, satisfactory adjustment.
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Ireland
Asquith
All Settle? Colonels Army Plans For Mexican Service
The article notes rapid organization of a colonel's volunteer force for Mexico with named officers and provisional troop acceptance from many states. Plans exist for quick concentration and training while formalities like army acceptance and officer commissions are not pursued. The piece questions whether essential steps are being overlooked and warns of potential overreach.
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Mexico
United States
What Change Do Hughes supporters promise in 1916
The author questions the claim that the country wants a change and argues the nation is prosperous and content under Wilson. It notes improved foreign relations and a peaceful Mexican policy, asking what Mr Hughes would offer that Americans do not already have.
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Mr. Hughes
Wilson
Jumps From French Trenches to Border Hero Returns
Pittsfield July 12 Second Lieutenant Harry Adamson of F Company Second Massachusetts Infantry arrived home from Verdun where he served with the American ambulance unit His commission was held open and he will rejoin his company at Columbus New Mexico La Touraine brought back two other militiamen who had served with the ambulance corps
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la Touraine
Oldest Inhabitant Recollects July Heat in Boston
The oldest local resident recalls temperatures peaking at 97 degrees in Boston on this date, the highest since records began. The next warmest 96 occurred in 1876, with the coolest July 13th readings of 66 in 1874 and 1888. Rain has occurred on this date in recent years only.
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Witty Classifieds Lampoon Public Ads in Old Paper
A ragbag of clipped ads from a Boston wool job to a New Hampshire brewery guide are mocked by an All Sortier. The notes lampoon lofty salaries, fresh chauffeurs, and a cow ad, ending with a reader’s playful return about bringing a tin pail and capacity.
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Observant Citizen notes in Boston heat records and readers
A long column of observations and letters from the Observant Citizen discusses official heat records in Boston, noting multiple 100 degree days and comparing private thermometers. It includes anecdotes of weather anecdotes, citizen measures, and local notes from Massachusetts towns and civic figures, plus light local society items.
Henry V echoes in wartime courage and mercy in verse
A commentary on Shakespeare's Henry V aligning the St Crispin's Day courage with modern trench warfare. It highlights Henry V's leadership, the brave captains Fluellen and Jamy, and the dangers of cowards. The piece praises restraint toward civilians and condemns cruelty, urging unity and honor at Agincourt as a timeless ideal.
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Macmorris
Jamy
Bates
Court
Williams
Falstaff
London
Pistol
Bardolph
Nym
U-Boat Problems and the Atlantic Question
George Pearl Webster of Haverhill argues the possibility of German merchant U boats carrying passengers, risking the loss of American lives, and questions whether allied warships can always restrain themselves. He notes the Post editorial on what will happen and the impracticality of warning shots at submarines.
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George Pearl Webster
Haverhill
Post Letter Box War Start Dates and U S Manufacturing
A reader asks when World War I began in Europe outlining competing start dates from June 28 1914 July 28 1914 and August 1 1914 noting most choose the August date. The letter then inquires about the five principal U S manufactured goods by annual value.
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Sir
Europe
E. C
Archduke Ferdinand
Duchess of
Campaign Talk Uncle Walt Sates Campaign Mischief
A 1916 verse from Walt Mason mocks campaign chatter and political rhetoric. He notes the temptation to talk about Wilson and Hughes, then recalls quelling the habit while repairing fences on his farm. The piece contrasts public discourse with household duties and rural life.
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Wilson
Hughes
Creation
Jim Bickle
Jim
Ysobel
Walt Mason
Adama Newspaper Service
Distilled Liquor and Autos Rank in A Nationwide Summary
A compiled estimate shows slaugh tering and packing 1 370 568 000 dollars foundries and machine shops 1 223 475 000 dollars lumber and timber 1 156 129 000 dollars iron and steel 983 723 000 dollars flour and grist mills 883 584 000 dollars autos rank 22d and distilled liquor rank 26th. A Sojourner in the Hub explains the sacred cod and sacred grasshopper symbols at state institutions.
Hank's Second-Hand Elephant Wows Readers Next Sunday
A humorous feature titled Hank's second-hand self-starting elephant promises a comic highlight in the upcoming Sunday Post. The piece showcases quirky antics and a playful take on a peculiar elephant that steals the show.
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Hank
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