Early praise from Senator Harding to Bedford Reformatory inmates
Prisoners at the State Reformatory for Women in Bedford New York were given a letter from Senator Harding thanking them for applauding news of his nomination approval. The superintendent read the letter during a daily lecture, an unusual incident given the reformatory’s ban on newspaper reading. The incident raises questions about whether the inmates celebrated the nomination or reacted to a rule breach.
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Kansas parole labor plan aids harvest in wheat season
The Kansas parole release experiment to fill farm labor shortages proved successful. Governor Allen plans a repeat as harvest nears, with grain prospects strong and an estimated yield of 110 million bushels likely to be surpassed.
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State Penitentiary
Reformatory
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Is the End in Sight for Rising Living Costs
The piece argues that US living costs remain high with food prices showing persistent gains. May records from the Department of Labor indicate a 3 percent increase from April and 7 percent from January, signaling continued inflation in the food sector.
Costly Living Increases Share Boston Relief
The piece notes rising living costs with Boston experiencing smaller increases than Springfield Illinois. It cites a 14 percent rise in average household bills here versus 22 percent there, and details a month long uptick in sugar 26 percent corn meal 14 percent flour 7 percent and potatoes 5 percent.
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Boston
Springfield
Illinois
A Woman for Second Place in San Francisco
A discussion argues for nominating a capable woman as vice president in San Francisco. The column notes Democratic prospects in November are weak and suggests a female running mate could attract women voters. It questions criticisms as potentially self-defeating and calls for merit-based consideration.
Consider Home Ownership Versus Renting In The City
The piece weighs selling a house with garden against keeping it as rents rise and taxes grow. Owners face bankable gains now but may trade independence for dependence on a landlord later. It argues the home offers security and family rewards, urging residents to hold on if possible.
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No Despot Critique in Republican Platform and Judge Stafford Address
The Republican platform at the Chicago convention denounces a despot slur against Woodrow Wilson yet undermines our institutions. The piece highlights Judge Wendell Phillips Stafford of the DC Supreme Court praising Boston University remarks that no despot dangers exist in democracy.
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Chicago
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Woodrow Wilson
Wendell Phillips Stafford
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A Deserved Privilege for West Point Admission
The War Department raises the West Point age limit to 24 for those who have served at least one year in the U S armed forces or allied units in World War I. The change honors patriotic service and promises university level education plus military career preparation.
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Academy
United States
New Prize System For National Guard Selections
A new prize system will award a number of prizes to National Guard members. At selection time the applicant must be an enlisted member of an federally recognized National Guard. The total prize count and state distribution will be announced in a few weeks based on Guard strength. Governors will run preliminary exams and pick recipients. The reform is seen as commendable.
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National Guard
Newt
Jim
Cambridge
Maas
San Francisco
Frederick Tah
Indemnity Plan Shrinks War Reparation to 30 Billion
After long debate the Allies settle on a fixed indemnity estimated at about 30 billion dollars payable in gold. France would receive 55 percent of proceeds, England 25 percent, Serbia 6 percent, with others sharing the remainder. Italy seeks 20 percent while the United States asks nothing beyond a small damage claim and suggests debt cancellation to ease allied relations.
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Lloyd George
Keynes
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England
Serbia
Italy
United States
Notable Women and Leaders Highlight 1917 Era
The piece profiles Nellie Holt Root as Los Angeles chair of a nonpartisan group and notes Marshal Foch’s religious conviction guiding his war strategy. It also features Cape Cod forest fire observer Mrs John Condon, Guatemala's Carlos Herrera, and Yale's newly named first woman professor Catherine Turner Bryce, detailing their roles, backgrounds, and views.
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John Condon
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Yale
Cleveland Public
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Birthday Bio Briefs: The Prince of Wales 1894 Birth
Edward Albert Prince of Wales born June 23 1894 at White Lodge Richmond England heir to the throne of England and the Empire of India. He grew up with a simple democratic style and studied largely with a younger brother. He mixed with troops in war and aided US England relations during a 1919 visit.
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England
Empire of India
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Richmond
London
America
United States
Contented Acting Farm Ad and Odd Maine Clippings
Nation’s letters page parodies ads and news briefs from Maine to New Hampshire. Readers debate a tempting “contented acting” farm for boarders, lost maids at a hotel, oddly described goods, and a Boston dancer’s Devil’s Island note, with playful corrections from N. N. and Dear Newt.
Ancient Roman chariot races drew crowds and huge bets
The article recalls Roman public games where crowds packed the Circus Maximus, sometimes claimed to seat hundreds of thousands. It notes state spending vs elite patronage, free seats to curb discontent, and lavish donor lunches. It highlights famed drivers like Diocles and large prize totals, with horses from Greece, Syria, and Africa.
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Circus Maximus
C. Appuleius Diocles
Calpurnianus
Reds
Whites
Italy
Sicily
Greece
Syria
Cappadocia
Spain
Africa
Victor
Observant Citizen notes on town life and events
The column touts pleasant weather for two weeks and highlights local happenings from Pleasant Island Maine to Boston. It mentions Jacob L. Wiseman as July 4 orator, the Long Island dogs awaiting their former master, near east relief clothing needs, Copeland lectures, Bishop Bury in Boston, school grade choices, and various small town anecdotes.
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Pleasant Island
Maine
Long Island
Charles E. Donlan
John J. Ryan
Dr. Donlan
Oldest Inhabitant Reports Boston Weather Extremes
The oldest resident cites Boston heat and cold records for the 234th day of June with mentions of 96 degrees in 1888 and 94 in 1894 as highs and 47 in 1877 as a low. He notes no rain on this date in the past decade except 1918.
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Aged Reflections on Wealth and Quiet Ends
Walt ison laments aging and frailty while recalling better times. He contrasts saved wealth with those who toil into old age, wishing for rest and dignity. The piece reflects on memory, money, and the desire for peaceful final years.
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Walt Ason
Fashionable Bathing Fads and Tailored Silhouettes
A description of late era beachwear highlights embroidered bathing suits with braids and crogssea fronts, basques with sash extensions, voile tunic dresses with bloused waists, Georgette crepe skirts with hand-pressed worsted borders, and the predominance of straight-line silhouettes in practical dresses.
The Mission of Hangings in Home Decor
A home design essay discusses how window and door hangings shape a room. It contrasts slim modern portieres with old heavy draperies, notes softer fabrics like velour and silk, and suggests color and craft options such as crash burlap embroidery and repurposed Paisley shawls for a personalized, airy interior.
Songs of Sunshine Reflects Seasonal Berries and Nostalgia
A poem titled Songs of Sunshine evokes June berries and rural scenes with memory imagery of hedges fences crickets and cows along a country mile. It recalls past summers when freedom and playful swims washed away stains and hints at a Boston Sunday Post mystery serial next.
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Boston Sunday Post
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