Democracy versus autocracy in wartime leadership
The text argues that democracy is not an efficient war machine and contrasts it with autocracy such as Germany. It contends a winning method must be developed to defeat malignant powers, citing U S figures and calling for decisive leadership akin to presidents and generals to end the conflict and secure self-government for future ages.
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Lincoln
Hmit
Germany
Arma
Notorious German Agent Tied to U S Propaganda Efforts
A 1918 American Defense Society expose documents alleged links between George Viereck and Washington insiders over a German propaganda bill. The piece questions how the bill traveled from Viereck to the Fatherland editor and examines Viereck’s motives and actions during the prior three years.
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T. Everett Harre
American Defense Society
George Sylvester Viereck
Washington
Mr. Viereck
Broadway
Britten
Viereck
Bill
New York Times
United States
Germany
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Campaign of suspicion around Viereck and German propaganda
The article accuses Mr. Viereck of aiding German propaganda and hints at ties to German officials and lobbyists. It alleges his magazines’ content was controlled by lawyers and outlines connections with figures such as von Papen and Schrader, suggesting covert influence on U.S. policy and stock market tips.
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Viereck
Washington
von Papen
Captol
Germany
Capitol
Frederick PF. Schrader
Geheimrat Heinrich Albert
K. A. Fuehr
Tokio
America
Der
Karl Mecklenburg
Imperial Germain
Toklo
Doctor Fuehr
Broadway
Ecub
Wingate
Germania Club
Britten
Army and Navy Club
Germania Club of
Chicago
Wilson
Bolo Pasha
Pavenstedt
Count von Dernatorff
Eblo
Ing
Mr. Viegook
Tures
Fatherland
Mnda
Michigan Boulevard Brims with Youthful Pulse and City Charm
The narrator recalls a shopping trip with Dick amid Chicago's Michigan Boulevard, contrasting mid-Victorian views of dress with a new appreciation for persona in clothes. They reflect on youth, democracy on the street, and the lively bustle of Automobile Row, Lake Michigan, and State Street as they wander the city.
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Jim
Michigan
Hye
Lake Michir
Ani
Fifth-ave
New York
Michigan Boulevard
Chicago
State Street
Our Sunday Editorial on drifting and purpose
The piece laments modern drift and lack of direction, urging definite goals and a steady compass in life. It uses nautical imagery of captains and charts to urge purpose, calm, and courage amid storms as part of a broader spiritual reflection.
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Lke
Yasiety
Ile
President Wilson Faces Push for Expanded Powers in 1920 Era Debate
Editorial discusses Wilson’s wartime leadership and the push for broader powers, warning opponents would portray such moves as autocratic while supporters claim it would stabilize governance. It argues broader authority could pass with support from both parties and benefit the nation.
Submarine Threat Forecast Amid Allied Efforts
Amid sorrow over Tuscania losses, British and American forces push to curb U boat damage. Sir John Jellicoe predicts August as a turning point, citing growing patrols and new ships from the United States. Outlook hinges on whether optimism precedes renewed losses. A Georgia heat wave prompts officials to enforce fuel rules.
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Tuscania
John Jellicoe
Uritwia
Joan
America
Sir John
War Cabinet
Gemenes
von Tirpite
Berlin
England
Rngland
Sir John Jellicoe
Editorial critique of Red Cross coverage and censorship
The Cheyenne Tribune denounces a Moscow Red Cross report as yellow and condemns Hart for a personal letter on Red Cross actions. It accuses pro German sentiment and warns against publishing unverified claims that aid Kaiser's agents, urging proper channels and responsible journalism.
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Cheyenne Tribune
Red Cross
Moscow
Klart
Hart
Theltey
America
the Tribune
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