Editorial says Courant parries on party loyalties
The Hartford Courant opines that neither Republicans nor Woodrow Wilson deserve full praise in a troubled time. It questions which Republican in the post Lincoln era the public would most like to see as president during such a period.
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Strained GOP Compare Mexico to Austria Serbia Policy
The author rebukes Republican critics who liken U S policy in Mexico to Austria's invasion of Serbia. They argue the comparison is faulty and note Mexican peace owes much to mediation by Argentina Brazil and Chile, while Serbia’s case lacked such mediation.
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Interstate Commerce Commission Reopens Eastern Railroads Case
The Interstate Commerce Commission will reopen hearings on Eastern railroads seeking a five percent freight rate increase. Hearings start in Washington on October 19. The Post had urged fair treatment given wartime traffic declines harming railroad finances.
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The Day of Prophecy in The Paris Figaro
A Paris Figaro translation claims an ancient Latin prophecy by the monk Johannes. It describes a European war aligning with present events and a decisive battle at Essen Westphalia. The piece notes era credulity and cites Mother Shipton’s 1641 vogue and a 1881 end-date prediction.
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England
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Westphalia
Present case highlights prudent course of action
The statement argues that prudence dictates a cautious approach in the current matter, suggesting careful consideration of potential risks and benefits before proceeding. It frames prudence as essential to avoid avoidable harms and to protect broader interests.
Optimism in American Manufacturing Amid World War Strain
The Syracuse Smelting Works letter highlights contrasting reactions to wartime demand. A nervous director urged retrenchment while Muscat urged expansion, showing confidence in American production. The piece argues Europe’s war creates vast opportunities for U S goods and prosperity.
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Syracuse Smelting Works
Europe
Peaceful attitude blamed for Belgian destruction contention
The piece reports Herr Zimmermann blaming the Belgian government for Belgium’s wartime destruction, calling their stance criminally frivolous and urging a peaceful attitude despite Allied violations. It contrasts Belgian calm with British actions at Concord and notes Belgian cities were not burned despite gunfire.
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Luettich
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Slate controversy over Republican slate in Massachusetts primaries
Critics say Boston Republican chairman and party insiders used official influence to push a preferred list of candidates. Hormel claims private citizen action, but the officeholder’s role implies weight with voters. Dissent grows as others on and off the slate protest what they call a violation of primaries spirit.
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Boston
Hormel
Pierce Demands Names to Back Tax Official Attacks
Frederick E. Pierce of Greenfield presses charges that Treasurer Mansfield replaced competent men with Democrats. The piece says he should provide names and dates to back his claims, noting vague accusations are unfair without specifics.
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Mansfield
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Fife From War of 1812 Donated to Detroit Museum
Detroit museum adds a fife used by the American army under General William Henry Harrison in the War of 1812. The donor, Edward Johnson, a major in the Fifty first Pennsylvania Infantry, says the instrument was played by his father who served in the conflict.
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Edward Johnson
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All Sorts by Newton Newkirk
In Youth's Bright Lexicon there is No such a word as fail. The Alleged Humorist laments not getting what he deserves while the Confimed Pessimist offers sly comfort as the coyotes of mischief prowl the scene.
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Newton Newkirk
Slipless Macaroni Boon Promises Big Appetite Win
A self styled inventor touts Slipless Macaroni as the ultimate food boon after two sleepless days in a private lab. He claims to coat macaroni with colored sand to eliminate slips, notes patent filing, limited production cost, and urges readers to ask their grocer or contact him for samples.
Observant Citizen recalls New England relics and local notes
The column surveys regional curios, bids, and memories. It notes $3,100,000 of antiques stuck in Germany, Salem fire relief totals, and a travelling dove in lodge circles. It also recalls poet John Townsend Trowbridge, a Gilbert Stuart portrait, and plans for an elephant palace at Franklin Park.
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Catches same fish after four years in Mountain Creek
Mountain Creek Alabama reports Joel Dennis who four years earlier marked a small trout by tail-cutting a piece and returning it to the stream. Yesterday he caught the same fish one mile downstream weighing five pounds in a reunion of the marked creature.
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Staro a Steamboat and a Boston Romance on the Lakes
The narrative follows Nona Whitridge and Phil Bragdon as they pursue a big city game and a fateful romance. John Mansfield, missing in Colorado, reappears with a protective presence as a South Station elevator incident entwines past relationships with new loyalties. Evelyn Somers seeks her uncle in Boston, aided by Mansfield’s friend Philip Bragdon amid urgent train delays.
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John Mansfield
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Colorado
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Warior
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Evelyn Somers
South Station
Boston
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Pia
Frey
Pioneers of Steam Navigation Honor Moses Rogers of New London
The passage recalls Moses Rogers as a chief early figure in steam navigation. He first commanded the Phoenix in 1808 from New York to Delaware Bay, then captained the Savannah in 1819 sailing from New York to Savannah and onward to Liverpool and St. Petersburg, blending sail and steam to conserve coal and wood.
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Conn
Phoenix
John Stevens
New York
Delaware Bay
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Liverpool
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St. Petersburg
Exile and Mischief Across a Turbulent Pastimes
A fragmented homeward longing poem by Walt dison laments being thought of by family while recounting childhood pranks. It shifts to a prose scene of a chance encounter aboard an elevator, where a couple’s meeting becomes a light moment amid tension and mischief.
Puzzling Romance Notes and Family Requests
A young man writes of a troubled courtship with insults from a girl he loves. He describesVisits to her home and her family reactions including a sister commenting on relations and property. He seeks guidance on whether his feelings are reciprocated and how to proceed.
How to Win a Young Lady’s Affections Truthfully
Advice to a man about courting Beverly and other girls who hide affection. It suggests visiting regularly, abandoning interfering friends, and expressing genuine love to prompt a clear indication of her feelings and a possible engagement.
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Han
Mme
Ferry Conanicut Burns at Jamestown Wharf
The passenger ferry Conanicut burning to water’s edge at its Jamestown wharf. Built in 1886 for $50,000, the vessel may have salvageable engine parts.
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