Necessity of a League of Nations by Irving Fisher
Irving Fisher argues a League of Nations is essential to wind up the war and prevent future wars. He cites postwar chaos, new states, sea routes, landlocked countries, and colonies needing international administration. He warns against arms races, taxes, and economic ruin, urging a collective police force to preserve peace and honor the soldiers' sacrifices.
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League of Nations
Finland
Poland
Czecho-Slovakia
Jugo-Slavia
Ukraine
Balkan
Armenia
Caucasus
Palestine
Belgium
Bosphorus
Europe
Fear of a Democrat in the Closet
A frightened child voices fear of a Democrat as election tensions rise in a Republican family. Millie’s father and grandfather trade heated talk about opponents while the girl fears bedtime and a hidden party rival in the closet.
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Millie
Saw Her Limitations
Edward pursues engineering but jeers at Janet’s ambitions saying she will never be more than a mother. Janet listens with disinterest as he explains electrical engines and she ignores his condescending remark.
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Edward
Janet
Napoleon II and the Emperor Title Link to Napoleon I
The text explains that Napoleon II never reigned as emperor. After Napoleon I abdicated, he renounced succession for his son, the king of Rome. Napoleon II then styled himself emperor of the French as Napoleon III to link himself to his uncle.
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Napoleon
Napoleon II
Napoleoni
Rome
Napoleon III
Side Line Right Dignity of Honest Labor
A New York Evening Telegram quotation emphasizes that capable women should not feel shame in pursuing an honest side line at home. It asserts dignity in everyday work and that families can benefit without suffering when household help contributes.
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New York Evening Telegram
Destroyee Builders' Bills
A humorous note on Louis XIV and the Versailles palace cost, claiming the king tore up and burned the bills to hide expenses for a grand residence for friends as the nation faced famine. It frames a king’s fear of critics and costly luxury as a cautionary tale.
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Versailles
France
Louis XIV
Louis
Biblical Prophets Were Story Writers, Not Foretellers
The article argues that biblical prophets are better read as narrative writers than as future predictors, asserting that the term means story writer in original usage. A brief examination supports this interpretation.
Washington on Adoption of Constitution and Future Amendments
In 1787 and 1788 George Washington wrote over 50 letters urging ratification of a Constitution for a League of thirteen states. He warned the document has defects from a diverse convention but allows future amendments and urged the people to accept what is offered.
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George Washington
League of Nations
Bristol Held To Seven Inning Tie With Newport Sailors
The Receiv ing Barracks Newport Naval Station team tied Bristol 3 to 3 in seven innings on Saturday afternoon after retreat time. Bottomley tripled and scored in the sixth to tie the game. Bristol out hit 7 to 5 amid disputed calls and fielding errors. The Bristols will be the N. A. team with new uniforms. Also Cranston Worsted Mills beat King Philips 17 to 7.
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Newport Naval Station
Bristols
Newport
Bristol
Bottomley
H. Murphy
Matroni
Pierce
Lbs Darling
J. Garvit
F. Garvite
Kemph
Hill
N. A
Cranston Worsted Mills
King Philips
Drawing the Line in the Morning Stove Fire
The Observer of Events and Things notes the fresh young man who seeks to start things balks at the morning stove blaze. Yonkers Statesman comments on restraint when warming the day.
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Yonkers Statesman
Local Bristol resident endorses kidney remedy claim
George N Dunbar of 20 Charles street Bristol testifies that kidney trouble from a cold was cured by two boxes of Dean's Kidney Pills bought at Basington's Pharmacy. He asserts no further kidney issues for over a year. Price 60 cents at dealers. Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo NY.
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Bristol
George N Dunbar
Charles Street
Dean
Basington
Dunbar
Foster-Milburn Co
Msgrs
Buffalo
N. Y
Novel Experiences and Strange Sensory Questions
Gas Logie asks readers about experiencing odd phenomena from nature and everyday objects. The inquiry ranges from swordfish and bottle fly to corn and potatoes, and questions if one has heard birch bark or a tree top hum.
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Gas Logie
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