16 Apr 1915
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Newspaper
Butler County Press
Location
Hamilton, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 16, 1915
Page
1
A century old belief claims branches rise as a tree grows. The article explains post and fence elevation from freezing ground, and shows natural pruning prevents lower branches from lifting. It notes observed forests reveal no upward branch movement after one year, debunking the myth.
The piece argues labor unions won shorter workdays, urges workers to control their relations, and warns against state or philanthropic interference. It cites Gompers and the Birmingham unionist appeal, urging universal organization to reduce hours and preserve liberty through collective action.
The piece blends a maritime guide to ship flags with fragmented notes on small anvils used by jewelers and metalworkers. It references the national ensign at the stern and house flag on the foremast, plus lingering odds and ends from unrelated dialogue and mock dialogue.
A Detroit Free Press quote compares a statistician's estimate of 150000 idiots in the United States with the women married to the other 140800. The note cites sincerity from Carlyle and a remark on men’s first characteristics.
A historical summary from Pearson's Weekly explains how blockades function in war. It notes that blockades pressure enemies, restrict trade, and bar neutral commerce with blockaded ports. It outlines required war status, sufficient force, neutral notice, and penalties for vessels attempting to trade with blockaded ports.
A Baltimore monument honoring George Washington was funded by a public lottery begun after a Maryland law of June 10, 1810. The cornerstone was laid July 4, 1815 and the statue installed in 1829. The project, once controversial, became a prominent national landmark viewable from nearby bays.
A mixed set of quotes and quips from Browning's Magazine Louisville Courier-Journal and New York American touch on cowboys advertising misreadings accidents and relationship nerves. The excerpts present a period voice with brief witticisms and maxims.
In a sideshow this morning the two headed man debated which head should be shaved first, prompting a humorous dispute as the owner tried to calm the split decision. The Ledger notes the odd quarrel drew curious spectators and lightened the crowd.
A brief exchange shows a character asking if voting would neglect the family and another replies that no prerogative would be taken away.
In a vivid passage from French Episodes by Jutta Purdoe the lure of military command drives Napoleon Bonaparte to woo Josephine de Beauharnais aided by Paul Barras. Barras convinces the future emperor that marriage to the widow will secure Italy’s army and high status. A scornful Raguideau faces the risk of exposure as the couple’s past is probed. The drama culminates with Napoleon’s coronation decree and punishment for Raguideau.
A collage of puns and clipped exchanges from bright wits and readers. Snippets include questions about states and hats and a playful dialogue about tomorrow and leaving. The piece echoes light mockery and brisk humor from mid century papers.
The Yonkers Statesman quotes Mrs Yeast asking if their daughter resembles her, and Mr Yeast noting the girl seems to look old. The lines echo a domestic exchange with a touch of humor and aging observation.
Samuel Gompers, aging labor leader, denounces University of Pennsylvania for denying him permission to address students. He cites past talks at Yale Harvard Michigan California and Cortel seeking a platform to argue in favor of labor and intellectual uplift.
George L Sprague, addressing the first national university extension conference in Madison, Wisconsin, argued that industrial unrest stems from emphasis on material product over the human producer. He cited labor strife in Colorado, Paterson, and Lawrence, warning that neglect of workers’ needs and training harms trade skills and initiative.
The Bakery and Confectionery Workers International Union plans a portable bakeshop to produce union made bread. A Tunkeslop unit will be shipped to Chicago for future use tied to employer conflicts, enabling 5 000 loaves in eight hours or 15 000 in three shifts daily. The program costs nothing now, as workers aim to deter employer lockouts and ensure union bread supply.
An eight hour work day for all workers under eighteen is proposed. The bill bans underage labor outside vacation times, sets a twenty one year age limit for messengers in large cities, and restricts juvenile employment on the stage except for fifteen year olds who may appear until 10 p.m.
The notice highlights railroad workers seeking shorter train lengths and miners in Eastern Ohio resuming operations after a 15 000 worker strike. It notes the 1868 birth of the Workingmen’s Benevolent Association, union efforts in unorganizable trades, a government printing office leave expansion to 30 days, and a life pension case for a telephone worker despite a prior cash settlement.
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