The Debate Over Americanism in the 1916 Campaign
A historical reflection on the 1916 presidential race arguing that true Americanism lies in justice to all and international fairness. The piece contrasts Wilson's inclusive stance with Hughes and Roosevelt critics, noting patriotism as prioritizing national duty over narrow nationality. It condemns war as a misreading of Americanism.
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America
Hughes
Washington
John
Wilson
Roosevelt
Mexico
Europe
Cummings Considered for National Democratic Chair and Senate Seat
The article reports that President Wilson favorably regards Homer S. Cummings for national Democratic chairmanship, with Cummings hesitating due to modesty and a potential Senate bid. Connecticut would gain the national chairmanship offer regardless, as leaders seek a calm, capable, and district-wide respected figure.
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Wilson
Homer S. Cummings
Cummings
United States
Connecticut
Overcrowding as Reckless Driving Debate
Secretary Barnes may treat overcrowding on jitneys as reckless driving and revoke licenses if needed. The piece argues for judicial determination, notes overcrowding on rail lines in Connecticut, and describes public acceptance as a belief in the right to pack into vehicles like sardines.
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Barnes
Connecticut
Licensing the Drinker
ANCE THOMPSON, publicist, writes Drink and Be Sober arguing the drink habit harms all users and even temperate drinkers impair brain power. He proposes legislation preventing any person from purchasing an alcoholic beverage.
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Ance Thompson
Mr. Thompson
The Stars and Stripes and Other National Banners
A historical survey of national flags and banners. It traces the origins and meanings of the U S flag from its 13 stripes and stars to the current 48 states, compares it with the Union Jack, and summarizes the flags of France, Russia, Germany, Austria Hungary, and Hungary.
Lord Ruthven Born on June 14 in 1338, Noted Soldier
Lord Ruthven, aged British soldier who joined the war effort at its outset, becomes Provost Marshal of London. Born 1338, he traces lineage to the Ruthven barony created in 1487 and notes a long military career from Crimea to India and Abyssinia. He married the Earl of Arran’s daughter. his heir is the Master of Ruthven, born 1870, with three other sons and a daughter.
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Lord Ruthven
London
Ruthven
Mary
Rifle Brigade
Crimea
India
Abyssinia
London Scottish Rifle Brigade
Earl of
Seamen's Strikes 1797 Mutiny Ends With Parker's Arrest
The first great British area strike began in April 1797 and ended June 14 with the mutiny on the fleet and a floating republic led by Richard Parker. After dissensions, ships deserted him, Parker was executed, others punished, and a royal pardon granted to ordinary sailors. No danger to French sardine supply as herring remains plentiful along the coast.
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Richard Parker
England
None
Republic
Parker
Sandwich
Sheerness
Wisconsin's La Follette Born in Primrose Fifty-Eour Years Ago
The Primrose native, U S Senator Robert Marion La Follette, born June 14 1855, is highlighted as Wisconsin’s famed statesman. The piece notes his life, autobiography, and the controversial war voting proposal he champions, advocating public input before declaring war.
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Primrose
Wisconsin
United States
Robert Marion LaFollette
Badger State
Solon
LaFollette
Ike” Stephenson
Congress
la Follette
Wisconsin Statesman
Pledges of 4000 Made By Teams of Swedish M E Church
The First Swedish Methodist church reaches a $4000 pledge total at its initial meeting of 23 teams with 46 members. The driving campaign began with a plan to visit 1000 merchants and residents, aiming to raise the full $10,000 needed to fund the church building by Monday night.
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M. E. Church
Local jeweler to acquire big Clinton and State apartment house
Tomorrow M J Buechler of Fairfield avenue will take over the 18 unit Clinton avenue and State street apartment house bought yesterday for about 100000. It is the city’s largest building of its kind. Former owners were Hirsch Weise and Bernstein.
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M. J. Buechler
Fairfield Avenue
Clinton Avenue
State Street
Buechler
Messrs. Hirsch, Weise
Bernstein
Bathing Goods and Tennis Gear Ad Preview
An old advertisement notes tennis gear and swimming items. It highlights a tennis player stepping in for value, with bathing suits for men or boys, caps priced 25 cents to 1 dollar, and water wings ranging from 13 to 25 cents.
Tempering Expert Kaup Addresses Remington Foremen
The Remington Arms foremen hosted tempering expert W. J. Kaup of Crucible Steel Co at the Foremen's Club. He lectured on carbon and high speed steel tempering, tool uniformity, and heat treatment effects with a practical focus on tool efficiency and dividends. The session featured a detailed cross examination, tool demonstrations, and a post-lecture dinner with musical entertainment.
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Remington Arms Works
W. J. Kaup
Crucible Steel Co
Kaup
Sheffield
England
Sweden
Foremen’s Club
Messrs. van Slythe
G. Palmer
John Galvin
Hannum
Movie Operators Hear Richardson at Union Banquet
Frederick H. Richardson of New York renowned projection expert spoke at The Stratfield for Local No. 277, Motion Picture Operators. John Connor served as toastmaster, with Martin A. Hearne also addressing about 40 operators and managers in attendance. The event ran from 11 p.m. to 2:30 a.m.
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Frederick H. Richardson
New York
Moving Picture World
Stratfield
Richardson
John Connor
Martin A. Hearne
Summer Apparel Arrives In Friendly Mood This Week
June tempts to regulation summer wear with tailored suits in natural linen and Palm Beach cloth. Silk sports coats in plain and striped options priced $7.50 to $18. Tub skirts gabardines and novelty materials range from $1.00 to $5.95. Second floor.
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Palm Beach
Little Frocks for little Folk Frocks for the littlest girls
Delightfully quaint doll size Dolly Varden and Greenaway Frocks in crepe lawn and madras with fine trimming. High waisted smocked skirts buttoned front. colors include white pink blue and tobacco brown. Suits for boys ages 2 to 5 years priced from $1.50 to $2.00. Children’s Shop, second floor.
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Dolly Varden
Decorator showcase features Read House new decor depart
The Read House displays latest designs in fabrics wall papers rugs and furniture for all rooms. Special papers for each room include tree bird and landscape motifs with hand blocked linens and fringe trims. Leather effects black and white verdure sun parlor designs and nursery motifs are highlighted along with colonial net curtains and Pomladour stripes. Prices from $1.50 to $2.00 and up.
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Read House
Nut and Bonbon Cups New Line of Favors and Candy Cups
A brief note introduces Nut and Bonbon Cups as a new line of party favors and candy cups. It notes selecting appropriate favors for any guest regardless of background or hobby. The Candy Section is followed by the Art Section with continuing instructions in Picture Framing Basketry and Embroidery.
Princeton University Grants Hundred Graduation Honors
The 69th Princeton University commencement awarded honorary and advanced degrees along with 255 diplomas. In Ohio, nurses saved 200 crippled children from Rainbow Cottage after a fire. In New Jersey a jitney bus crash near Westville killed three and injured others. Indiana governor candidate J Frank Hanly said he will not seek the office.
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Princeton University
Ranbow Cottage
South Euclid
Ohio
Westville
New Jersey
J. Frank Hanly
Indiana
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Britain
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