China warns foreigners loss of wartime immunities sparks action
Chu warns that extraordinary foreign advantages cannot continue after World War I as former enemies gain equal rights with China. The Manchester Guardian urges Britain to act, noting China seeks an amicable settlement and warning that delay breeds Chinese Bolshevism and resentment at foreign control.
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League
France and Debt Meant: Tourists May Pay the Bill
The author argues debts can only be paid in goods or by self sufficiency. France’s exports rely on wine and tourist traffic the latter may fund repayments via American tourism. Either the US buys more or France charges more to cover payments. Tourism could offset France’s debt to the United States.
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America
England
France
The Bank Is Wrong A Guest Ballad
Edgar A Guest humorously chronicles a couple’s accounting clash as the speaker insists the bank is wrong about an overdrawn balance. The wife remains confident in her ledger, leading to a light domestic dispute over finances. The piece reflects early 20th century comic verse on money and trust.
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Edgar A. Guest
Recollections of Thomas R Marshall on War Visitors
The San Francisco Bulletin and Thomas Rfr Marshall reflect on wartime missions to the U S Senate. They praise Belgium Serbia and Italy for their sacrifices and diplomacy. The piece recalls the Belgian mission and quotes Serbian leader Milenko Vesnitch on liberty and self rule.
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William Howard Taft
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Serbia
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Public Letters on Shipping Policy and White House Spokesmen
The piece argues that releasing correspondence between President Coolidge and the Shipping Board clarifies policy disputes but risks misrepresentation. It questions executive overreach and notes presidents speak formally, while reporters rely on White House references, which can mislead the public.
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We Pay Ourselves War Debts and Cat Rat Farm Analogy
The piece critiques war debt settlements as impractical, arguing that debtor nations cannot pay in money or goods. It notes Germany’s reparations and Dawes plan issues, insisting the debt to the United States nears twelve billion with no clear path to settlement. The author cites October Town and Country editor notes for illumination.
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Town and Country Magazine
Chinese sovereignty and the League of Nations debate
A discussion on Chinese sovereignty touches the League of Nations if the United States joins, with emphasis on Peking conference outcomes, treaty revisions, and the Dawes plan’s unresolved reparations. It notes US leadership could shift talks with Britain and previews broader implications for global debt and economic balance.
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League of Nations
United States
Christy Mathewson Lauded As Noble Baseball Icon
Tribute recalls Christy Mathewson as the greatest pitcher of his era and a paragon of sportsmanship and integrity. It contrasts his on field excellence with his virtuous character, noting his patriotism and lasting influence on clean sport.
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Christy Mathewson
Mathewson
Ife
Walter Johnson
Johnson
Ike Mathewson
German actors invite Firmin Gerier to Berlin for talks
Berlin reports the Association of German dramatic artists invited M. Firmin Gerier director of the Odeon Paris to discuss a Franco German theatre agreement. Gerier was chosen for introducing German author Hauptmann and Schiller's Wallenstein in Paris years ago.
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Association of German Dramatic Artists
M. Firmin Gerier
Odeon Theater
Paris
M. Germier
Gehrardt Hauptmann
Schiller
Wallenstein
Along the Way by Helen Welshimer
Florida is called to the sunny dream as migrants chase El Dorado and a land of gold. The poem laments seeker's gaze on sugar plum promises and rising prices, noting crusaders for climate and escape finding only blown-out hearths as they return.
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el Dorado
Canaan
Rome
Heaven's Gate
France Sets Two Year Identity Card Rules In New Decree
The Journal Official outlines France’s new residence rules for foreigners. Identity cards expire after two years with a renewal fee of 68 francs, reduced to 10 francs for certain groups including families of French children, students, scholars, writers, and workers under special conditions. Exemptions apply to foreigners who served France in 1870 or 1914-1918. In England, the Wash estuary is being reclaimed, with sea banks built by tidal action and ancient walls by Romans noted. fishermen worry about seals affecting fish.
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England
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New York Letter by O G McIntyre in September mood
New York letter recounts strolling scenes around Washington Arch and Murray Hill. Observations include a dancer, a shoe shine parlor, jazz bands, famed lawyers, and references to Babe Ruth and Fatty Arbuckle. Musings touch on Prohibition, modern opulence, and the mystery of jazz origins.
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Washington Arch
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Robert Sherwood
H. T. Webster
Babe Ruth
Fatty Arbuckle
Cavaliere Servente
Murray Hill
Iris
Morgan's
Byron
Short Pickings From Various Papers Read Like Dated Snippets
A jumble of brief quips and misquotes from newspapers notes scarce apples in fall comments from Dad Burnett on applesauce, jokes about fire water in Tia Juana, and remarks on Yale students and football rivals. Each item spans quirky lines and stray references.
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Wichita Beacon
Tia Juana
Oakland Tribune
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