Editorial calls Stone and Kitchin to resign chairmanships
The editorial urges Senator Stone of Missouri and Representative Kitchin of North Carolina to resign as chairs of Foreign Affairs and Ways and Means. It argues their opposition to the President's war policy betrays the public trust and that leaders must reflect their constituents rather than personal conscience to uphold democracy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senator Stone
Missouri
Representative Kitchin
North Carolina
Congress
War Declarations Unite Cuban Congress and Panama Proclamation
Both houses of the Cuban Congress passed a war on Germany bill unanimously and with enthusiasm. The president of Panama issued a proclamation pledging full support to the United States in defense of the canal, underscoring intertwined prosperity and obligations with the United States.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
Republic of Panama
Panama
United States
Canal
Wartime Enlistment Echoes From 1890s Span Any War
In the days of enlistments during the Spanish American War President McKinley called for 125000 men and 800000 lined up the next day. The conflict lasted about 100 days and a similar outcome is contemplated for Germany if war comes this year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spain
McKinley
Germany
War Taxes Encourage Citizen Support in Sacrifice Days
A wartime appeal urges all to pay the war taxes without grumbling to back the efforts of servicemen fighting for the nation. The message frames tax payments as a shared duty during days of sacrifice and national resolve.
Austria-Hungary Severs Relations with United States
Austria-Hungary aligns with Germany and cuts diplomatic ties with the United States, a move that could lead to war. Austrian merchant ships in American harbors are to be seized as part of the escalation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Austria-Hungary
Germany
United States
Pacifists Embrace White Tulip as Symbol
The text suggests pacifists adopt the white tulip emblem and warns against speaking out, noting fear among opponents and urging silence to avoid provoking a controversial work.
Senator Lodge and the pacifist sigh on Siberia
An editorial riff cites Senator Lodge in a wartime political jab while asserting resolve against any lag in flagging patriotism. The tone blends political opinion with national resolve and hints at anti pacifist sentiment during wartime.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lodge
Siberia
Braz likely to sever relations with Germany today
Reports indicate Brazil may cut diplomatic ties with Germany and declare a state of war today, signaling a major shift in international relations and potential escalation in bilateral conflict.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Braz
Germany
Local Notes Across Town From Family News To Meetings
Local household items report the Warner family returning from Stewart Florida and Mrs Murphy with daughter Alice Geraldine visiting Philadelphia for Easter. Society plans a Woman's Home Missionary meeting with Miss Ella Blakeslee on Franklin Street. A Knights of Pythias visit to Burnside Lodge is expected with El Karrum temple attendance. A contract transfer of Herreshoff Manufacturing deeds is recorded. Tony Lemas faces Cambridge arrest over desertion and new marriage.
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Herbert Warner
Stewart
Fla
James Murphy
Alice Geraldine Murphy
Wood Street
Philadelphia
Woman's Home Missionary Society
Ella Blakeslee
Franklin Street
Butler's
Edwin A. Barrows
Washington
LeBaron B Colt
Theodora C. Barrows
Barrows
John A. Miller
Grand Lodge
Burnside Lodge
Knights of Pythias
el Karum
Bristol News Briefs Highlight Local Events And Notices
Bristol residents read of church gatherings and prayer meetings, a Red Cross rally, and a postponed lecture by Prof Thomas. The Navy gunboat Aileen heads to Brooklyn for repairs while a privately owned scout cruiser caused a stir. Aerie 953 F OE schedules a memorial service with music and readings at the Pastime Theatre.
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PBS
Egison Records
Batlent
Joreniest
Bristol Tx
Serveas
Gelock
Harold Wilson
Benjamin K. ‘Wilson
Wood Street
Janist
George Cornell
Bristol
United States Navy
Newport
Ack O. H. Wallace
Bradford
First Baptist Church
Needlework Guild of America
G. E. Guiteras
High Street
Clarence A. Osterberg
Conshohockey
Penn
Lee Tire and Rubber Company
United States
Aileen
Edward P. Gladding
Brooklyn Navy Yard
Red Cross
Prof
Thomas
Bristol Garden Club
Herreshoff’s
Bristol Aerie
Mortimer A. Sullivan
Bristol Bowler Team Loses To Warren Red Sox
Last Friday in Warren the Bristol bowlers were defeated three strings by the Red Sox team. James Pierce led Bristol with 119, Glanse 116, and W Bottomley 114 for notable scores as Warren posted the higher total.
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Bristol
Warren
Red Sox
James Pierce
Glanse
W Bottomley
Warren Blouin
Arrell
Smith
Glanse Seer Nes
Krawyeck
Ey Ee
Birtyistle
J. Pickles
Pierce Er Ay
H. Newman
W. Bottomley
Bristol Chapter D. A. R. Hosts Informal Winter Meeting
The Bristol Chapter of the D. A. R. held a cozy gathering at Mrs. Charles W. Youngs home despite bad weather. Mrs. Howard K. DeWolf sang A German Spinning, the program shifted to music and business, and the group closed with America and The Star Spangled Banner as Mrs. Walter Dodge of Providence led the tea.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
Walter Dodge
Providence
Hali's Catarrh Cure Offers Internal Relief
Catarrh cannot be cured by local applications. Hali's Catarrh Cure is taken internally to reach blood and mucous surfaces. It is praised as a non quack remedy prescribed by reputable physicians and combines tonics with blood purifiers to produce results. Send for testimonials and address F. J. Cheney & Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hali
F. J. Cheney & CO
Toledo
Cape Hall
Company to begin pension plan for employees
A company announces a new employee pension plan with a base pension of 240 dollars annually, paid monthly, plus disability and survivor benefits. Retirements after fifteen years may receive a pension, and widows or minor children receive continued payments for three months after the pensioner's death. The plan covers ongoing pension funding and future provisions for employee welfare.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Benson
Ane Penson
Nornonse
Ares
le Tang
Signian
Wi . I
Colt for Universal Service
United States Senator LeBaron B Colt urges universal training after Germany declares war. He argues it will create better citizens, instill discipline and loyalty, and supports immediate congressional legislation echoing Rhode Island General Assembly’s resolution.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
LeBaron B Colt
Germany
Congress
General Assembly of
Rhode Island
Spanning Hell Gate Opens New Rail Route
The New York Sun notes the New York Connecting Railroad steel span over Hell Gate unites New Haven and Pennsylvania rail lines. The first Boston to Washington train will traverse the route, signaling a broader service expansion and easier New England to South travel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hell Gate
New York Sun
New York
New England
Manhattan
New Haven
Boston
Washington
Y M C A Presents Pickford in Hulda from Holland Show
The Y M C A will show a five part Far East style picture for girls and boys at 4:30 and an 8 o clock program. Miss Pickford stars as Hulda from Holland in a sympathetic role. A Paramount pictograph comedy and a travelogue about forest fires in Arizona will be shown. The Barrett Instrumental Duo will perform in the evening.
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Y. M. C. A. Moving Pictures
Ary Pickford
Holland
Paramount
Arizona
Barrett
Miss Pickford
Hulda
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