A GOOD CHANCE FOR THOMPSON IN ILLINOIS SENATE Bid to run on war critique sparks GOP prospect
William Hale Thompson seeks Republican nomination for U S Senate in Illinois arguing the Democratic party led the nation into war. He faces Senator James Hamilton Lewis who defends the government and prosecutes the contest, ready to challenge Thompson on endorsement dynamics.
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William Hale Thompson
Chicago
United States
Illinois
Washington
Thompson
James Hamilton Lewis
Fine Horses Parade On Decoration Day Impress Crowds
The Boston Workhorse Parade on Decoration Day drew praise for the horses despite a smaller line. Officials noted better condition and grooming, with few lameness penalties. Gasoline carts are shrinking city and rural workhorse ranks, yet national horse production remains steady.
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Boston
Agawam Launch Demonstrates Standardized Fabrication
The Agawam, first completed Emergency Fleet Corporation vessel under Charles M. Schwab, sails from Newark Bay signaling a new navy approach. It showcases standardized fabrication with parts from mills nationwide and precise fittings. Twenty seven similar cargo ships are under construction in the same yard using the same serialized parts system.
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Newark Bay
Emergency Fleet Corporation
Charles M. Schwab
Agawam
Quote from Schwab at launch emphasizes enthusiasm and confidence
In his congratulatory speech Director-General Schwab urged steady optimism, saying the nation should embrace its great resources rather than seek short term excitement during the launch event.
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Ple
Schwab
Passenger rail fare increases urged as wartime measure
A survey finds broad, reluctant acceptance of McAdoo's rail fare increases. Commuters pay 10 percent more on average, long trips at three cents per mile, and Pullman passengers face higher rates. Net revenue supports government needs, not railroad profits, with some protest expected.
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McAdoo
What the Sphinx Says Quote Reflection
The saying advises not to settle if the desired goal is unreachable. It urges sticking to one’s exact aims rather than accepting a lesser alternative. It emphasizes steadfast pursuit and the value of clear, uncompromising aims.
Observant Citizen shares tales of a cave dwelling hobo and town bath
In Ravenna Ohio a visitor named Bill lived in a cave where townsfolk teased and then scrubbed him clean with soap and sand paper. The piece praises soap as a civic boon and notes Nap time jokes about weddings and German music.
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Ohio
Ravenna
William Jones
Bill
Citiens
Board of Health
Boston
Emeline Wilson Thomas
Thayer Place
Brookline
Army
Navy
Marines
New York Enforces Anti Loafing Law Soon
Governor Whitman declares the anti loafing statute goes into force and the state will compel idle citizens to work. The Industrial Commission will work with sheriffs and state police to locate the unemployed and assign them to jobs, narrowing summer vacations for many.
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New York
Whitman
Industrial Commission
Wisconsin's Redemption and Loyal Revival Seen
The piece notes Wisconsin's shift toward loyalty after elections and strong support in Liberty Loan subscriptions and Red Cross quotas. It cites the Milwaukee Journal praising Wisconsin’s progress and volunteer enlistments, framing it as a genuine renascence that other states might envy.
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Wisconsin
Red Cross
Milwaukee Journal
East
Yale seniors joke over 11 Kaiser votes in class poll
The Yale senior class vote sparked laughter when 11 ballots named the Kaiser as The Man of the Hour. President Hadley called it a joke by loyal young men in a facetious mood. The incident prompted discussion on patriotism amid reports of disloyal reactions nationwide.
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New Haven
Hadley
Yale
Boston Weather Anecdotes from Oldest Inhabitant
The oldest resident recalls Boston's weather on June 1. Official records show 44 and 45 degrees as coldest on this date in 1876 and 1878, and 46 degrees as warmest in a cited year. He notes rain on this date occurred in only one of the past ten years, 1911.
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Erastus Gordon
Everett Veteran Firemen's Association
Boston
Mr. Gordon
The Story of Gasolene And the Submarine Power
An overview traces how petroleum and its fuel oils powered submarine propulsion from early attempts with oar driven craft to modern diesel engines. It credits Holland and Lake as key American pioneers and notes gasolene's role alongside heavier oils in enabling ocean crossing and battery charging.
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Alexander the Great
Aristotle
Greenland
United States
Germany
David Bushnell
Eagle
Robert Fulton
Napoleon
J. P. Holland
Simon Lake
A Romance in Khaki Blossoms Under Starry Stripes
Julia Roberts descends the balcony to unfurl a new silk flag as Rod Taylor returns from a military camp and reveals a mock marriage and broken trust. A chance encounter ends in reunion aboard the shadow of the Stars and Stripes.
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Alice Davis
Julia
Jule
Rod Taylor
Jimmie
The Woods Full of Loyal Gents and Eager Patriots
A 1918 verse by Walt Mason urges unity and sacrifice during wartime. It uses woods and people as symbols of civic duty, praising loyal individuals, delegates, and soldiers while warning against treason and petty greed.
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Podunk
United States
Walt Mason
George Matthew Adams
Two Minute Talks On The War Loyally To Win The War
The piece urges total loyalty to the U S government during wartime, equating country and government and warning against dissent. It uses a German analogy and a parable of a stable boy to stress belief and action aligned with war aims, urging citizens to ignore distractions and focus on aiding victory.
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Germany
America
Flo
Star Bright Promise In Julia’s Love Moment
Rod slid a ring onto Julia’s third finger as a single star glowed brighter than the rest. The moon and stars surfaced above, but her eyes held the true light guiding their new happiness.
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Julia
Rod
Fashion Notes Velvet Waistcoats and Colorful Skirts
Velvet waistcoats in brilliant colors paired with white or black skirts dominate the look. Tricotine replaces pile fabric due to cost. One piece frocks mainly navy blue with coral red banana or French blue finishes. Peasant silk handkerchiefs serve as aprons on black voile de soie dresses. A chemise dress features a straight loose back panel.
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