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Newton D. Baker as War Secretary and Statesman
The article profiles Newton D. Baker, Cleveland lawyer and four-term mayor, now U S secretary of war. It praises his character, patience, and speaking ability, notes his rise via Tom Johnson and Woodrow Wilson, and contrasts his legal focus with military duties while stressing his hope for peaceful progress.
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Cleveland
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Rowland Thomas
New York World
Tom Johnson
Wilson
Brand Whitlock
Belgium
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War Department
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University Club
Martinsburg
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Washington and Lee University
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Supreme Court of the United States
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Baltimore
Martin Foran
Woodrow Wilson
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