Tragedy or Farce on the Russian Stage
A reflective essay weighs whether the post czarist Russian upheaval is tragedy or farce. It traces Kerensky’s reforms, Bolshevik ascendancy, and the clash of bourgeoisie fear with Prussianism, noting derailed plans, German credentials, and the chaotic shift from Romanoff rule to revolutionary turmoil.
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Shay Empire
Russia
Cear
Kerensky
Prince Lyots
Bropstein
Trovky
Thianolf
Alla Lenin
Anniversary Speech Promises Fighting Tone in Baltimore
The article urges President Wilson to deliver a blunt fighting address on April 6 the war's first anniversary. It argues for a clear report of wartime progress, a steadfast national resolve, and renewed sacrifice as America heads into spring and summer drives in Europe, while condemning peace talk. It notes public eagerness for candid, factual war coverage and home-front support.
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Wilson
Baltimore
America
France
Flanders
Germany
Congress
Rumania
Ukrainia
Bolshevik Ideals Stumble in Russian Turmoil
A critique argues Bolshevik plans lack democracy and feasibility. It warns Russia may disintegrate under soviet rule while Americans expect victory over the Hun to save Russia from itself. The piece condemns utopian Bolshevik faith and praises Allied victory as a path to freedom.
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Bolshevia
Russia
America
Von Hindenburgs April 1 Parla Visit Attracts Crowd
The reference notes a potential large turnout in Parla on April 1 for an engagement by von Hindenburg and suggests he should arrange hotel reservations in advance to accommodate attendees.
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von Hindenburg
Parla
Westering Civilization and War’s Moral Currents
The piece reflects on the United States entry into World War I, comparing to Wellington and Napoleon, noting America’s late alliance role and the allied leaders Haig and Petain with Pershing. It cites Winston Churchill and Richard Carvel, arguing momentous issues extend beyond battle to credit and aid, as the U.S. becomes the world’s biggest creditor through wartime loans and sacrifice.
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Napoleon
France
Flanders
Wellington
United States
Haig
Petain
General Pershing
Winston Chutchill
Richard Carvel
Grand Alliance
Westward the Course of Empire Takes Its Way
The piece argues that postwar world finance shifts toward the United States as Britain industrializes for peace. It contends America, with vast resources, will lead the new global order while Europe remains wary. The author envisions civilization moving westward from antiquity to the New World and asserts no power can reverse this trend.
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United States
London
New York
Europe
Great Britain
America
Osten
Sizget
Persia
Babylon
Palestine
Egypt
Greece
Rome
Atlantic
New World
Kipling
Japan
Germany
Earth
My Mother's View of Marriage and Great Men
A reflective piece contrasts the author’s reverence for famous statesmen and scientists with his mother’s practical view of marriage. She praises Lincoln, Washington, and others yet notes their flaws, while extolling the enduring loyalty of a wife and the comfort of her husband. The excerpt ends with blessings for women and men, and a plea for lasting faith in one’s partner.
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Mother
Wilson
T. R
Lincoln
Washington
Andy Jackson
Marria
Comparin
A Sense of Humor in Love and Matrimony
A narrator notes the value of humor in love while recounting a marital evening. Dick brings Miles the auditor home, discussing figures after dinner while the wife masks rising frustration with calm, ready to laugh at herself. The entry closes with a hint the tale will continue.
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Marge
Miles
Modern hotel wakeup by button call
A New Yorker staying in a southern town plans a wakeup call. The hotel porter explains the modern device: press the button at the head of the bed to be called in the morning, replacing the old bell. The amusing exchange appears in the Dallas News.
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Denne
Dallas News
Not Lost. Dinner saved by serving maid’s calm reply
The serving maid was awkward and the joint fell to the floor with a sickening thud. The young mistress cried out that they had lost their dinner, but the maid kept her head and saved the beef. Her calm response eased the moment and kept things from boiling over.
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Walser
Massa
Prussing
Junker
Phat
Trotzky
Leni
Krylenko
German Empire
Romanoff
Dallas News
Who is really boss in your home
The dialogue features Mr Meekton and Henrietta asserting domestic authority over a pug dog and canary while the goldfish remains free to accept the speaker’s remarks. Senator Sorghum voices a view on political power focusing on people rather than mechanical control.
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Mr. Meekton
Senator Sorghum
Coal controller recalls mine trip after picture cue
The coal controller visited the coal pit for the first time last week. He told a reporter that he would recognize the coal anywhere from pictures he had seen of ft.-Lon don Punch.
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London Punch
ABE MARTIN Quips On Vices And Dainties Of Small Town
In a humorous aside ABE MARTIN notes how some sellers endure slight inconveniences rather than waste a half smoked cigar. Miss Fawn Lippincat jokes about quitting drinking from a saucer to avoid facial wrinkles.
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Shaksepeare
Shaw
Telstoi
Dumas
Hugo
Homer
Rabelais
Riley
Miss Fawn
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