Taxation Without Representation Debate in Illinois and West Virginia
The piece argues against arbitrary governance and urges tax revenue tied to representation. It calls for Illinois to allow representation for taxpayers and condemns abuses, citing Jefferson and Jeffersonian principles. It notes West Virginia’s constitutional blame for failing to reapportion after the census and warns of long-standing violations of representation.
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George Washington
Thomas Jefferson
Benjamin Franklin
John Hancock
Patrick Henry
Richard Henry Lee
Chicago
E. W. Bemis
Lievea
Illinois
Jefferson
Pennsylvania
West
Atarch
West Virginia
Citizo
Senate
Absurd Constitution Violations Stir Public Outcry in State
Citizens condemn persistent constitutional violations that underrepresent large counties in apportionment. The speaker warns of ongoing harm to the state’s character and standing nationwide, urging lawmakers to address the inequities and uphold the constitution.
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America
United States
Bookland Voyage Becomes Summer Escape For Stay at Homes
A literary celebration persuades readers to voyage via books rather than travel. Whitman inspires a longing for distant shores while a summer reader stays home, savoring tales of Italy France Spain and distant lands. The piece praises imagination, deserts, Rialto Taj Mahal and Venetian scenes accessible through reading.
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Walt Whitman
Bookland
South Sea Islands
Rhin
China
Russia
Japan
Visiting pressman engineer promotes union service idea
John R. Hays of Pressmen's Home Tennessee, traveling engineer for the International Printing Pressmen and Assistants union, inspected the Gazette plant to showcase union skilled engineers. He demonstrated practical, voluntary suggestions to improve efficiency and page quality, reflecting a ethos of helpfulness and fellowship.
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John R. Hays
Tenn
International’ Printing Pressmen and Assistants’ Union
Woodrow Wilson
Hays
Gazette
Beckley Growing Rapidly Says Census Shows Big Gain
Beckley has 3,581 males and 3,473 females in a special census, with 5,871 whites, 1,181 colored and two Chinese. The five year growth from 4,149 to 7,054 marks a 70.8 percent rise, suggesting about 12,000 by the next census if pace continues, as official government supervised counts become part of year books and statistics.
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Beckley
Department of Census
Raleigh
Coatigue
Congress
Wal Street
Morgantown
New Dominion
Religious Schools Win and Marshall Is Dead
A chaotic report describes court decisions and public notices including a Supreme Court ruling over Oregon education and religious instruction. It recounts violent incidents, labor protest, and a theater of political battles with figures like Marshall and various named individuals. The piece notes reformist sentiment, rail workers, and philanthropy by Rockefeller’s Spelman memorial amid broader social tensions.
Unclear OCR fragment about motherhood and a Swiss hotel
Fragment discusses a mother of nineteen and Mrs. Alexander, noting motherhood duties and a statement of happiness. Mentions Switzerland and a hotel near the Jungfrau at high altitude, with garbled references to Hague and Kaw Whereoaf.
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Sheyvelald
Eng
Hague
Ars
Alexander
Hese
Conspiracy Charge Hint Amid Weather Plot Message
Intercepted communication from June 1935 suggests a plot involving weather manipulation and beach areas. The fragment implies accusations of conspiracy among unnamed parties and hints at restricting access to a bathing beach area of about ten square yards.
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Nara
Washington reminiscence and civic notes from an old city gathering
In Washington a stirring gathering featured former Governor Abeloykie and Hoosier president. The event recalled old times with humor and public service, as speakers shared stories about soda fountain legends and local history. A state capitol session discussed moving from hanging to electric chair, with bids scrutinized for humane execution equipment. The piece also notes regional travel, local uplift, a streetcar incident over a $4,000 tip, and a Canadian-born son returning home after his mother's death.
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Charteston
Woa
Abeloykie
Marshall Atotha
Jeraliy
Marahath
Marshall
MacCorkle
Brent
New York Day by Day Copyright 1 HeNatant Syniicats
A brief note from the New York Day by Day column notes copyright 1 and mentions HeNatant Syniicats in a concise item. No additional context or events are provided.
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New York
Broadway Chorus Girls and the Dark Side of Fame
A 1925 essay depicts chorus girls in New York and Broadway, examining dreams, despair, and the price of stardom. It recalls five women who found fortune or tragedy, notes two stage comedians seeking work at Liberty, and reflects on the allure and risks of the performing world.
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Baek
Stace Loor Tan
Auenue
Teara
Succesa
Rita
Warmer Months Holiday Preview From 1828 Page
A humorous 1828 New York American piece muses on enduring June July and August. It jokes about heat waves, summer travel, and fashionable comforts while sarcastically critiquing public tastes. The author imagines vacation scenes, subway heat, and summer habits through a playful tone.
West Virginia Editor Says A Farmer With A Daily Shift
Herbert Mengert, near Mansfield, farms in a novel way turning farmer for a few weeks each spring. He plants what he can on his Acre farm, aiming to grow enough to sustain a modest life rather than heavy reaping. Mengert bought the land from his father years ago and has built a substantial crop base, though he notes limited room remains for expansion.
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Herbert RK. Mengert
Paper Mar
Mansfield
Hia
Eeyen
Sines
Quirky White Squirrels Spark Green Forest Debate
In a retold bedtime tale Burgess features a white Red Squirrel and a white Robin forming a curious friendship with a white otter, voicing curiosity about other white animals in the Green Forest and Green Mountains. They discuss if anyone else shares this pale coat, naming Grey Squirrel and Bear as possible freaks while noting social ridicule. The piece blends a children story with era reflections on perception and identity.
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Green Forest
Mondawa
Abe
Povey Mahlet
Peter
Squirre
Radin
Beter
Lena Sar
Pete
Rabbit
Steter
Chis
Happy Jack
Gray Bouirrel
Robin
Reddy Fox
Mack Red Fox
Pater
White Robin
3. W. Bureeas
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Italy
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la the Ste Company
Supreme Court
Oregon
Falhora
Teliber
Ceri
Perlainly
Ted
Tadlaray
Weil
Heliern
Buty
Alexander Novant
Jiltnais
Hurnet
Iizahath Stordet
New Jeresey
Elmht
Yestarany
Pennsylvania Railroad
Alaura Spelman
Rockefeller
Ays
Switzerland
Mogie Gardner
Dick Bratch
Charleston, W. Va
Red Lewis
HE Mann
Washington
Herrkert Pheahler
Canpresa
Pot & Schultz
Trenton N
Leatt Perl
Elty
Mater
Georgetown Inc
Dean
Canada
Tinginald Pusley
HeNatant Syniicats
McIntyre
Amining Msn
Eurone
Manhattan
Brooklyn
Walt
Coperight
New York American, Inc
Rome
Pixty
Doneryer
Aurork Burealis
Rach Amy
Baer
Sumner
Br Trornton
W. Burgess
Peter Rabbit
Fairmont Times
Theodora
Chin
Tieneva
Une
Arma
Thomas W. Butler
Pornsylvania
House Naval Suimmittes
Benstien
Vkiete
Bari
Ameriga
League of Nations
World Court
Aah
Geet
Wheeling Register
Red Squirrel
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