Women Envoys Ask Senate Message From Women Voters
A discussion in Washington reveals a move by Senator Curtis to allow women envoys from western states to present a message from women voters in twelve states where women can vote. The piece questions whether states like California Kansas or Illinois would elect women senators and notes Colorado Utah and Arizona already have women in their state senates. It challenges sex bias among politicians rostrums and even vulpits and asks if ethics or pay influence views on women's roles.
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Washington
Curtis
West
United States Senate
California
Kansas
Illinois
Colorado
Utah
Arizona
U.S
Senate
New York Officials and a Sinecure in City Government
New York faces scrutiny over a $12,000 sinecure in city government. The holder is described as a restless figure, visiting work sites and returning full value for pay. The piece mocks political rhetoric and urges restraint in public discourse.
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New York
Methodists Endorse Woman Suffrage at Conference
At the Saratoga Springs general conference the Methodist body passed a resolution endorsing woman suffrage. Only six delegates voted against, and the hall erupted in applause. The conference shows it keeps pace with current reform demands.
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Saratoga Springs
New York
Methodist Conference
Farm for sale near Decatur with springs and cultivated land
One cent a word advertising circular lists a 153 acre farm 16 miles from Decatur Alabama near a good pike road. 75 acres cultivated with four houses and several springs priced at 3500 dollars owner Geo A Nelson New Decatur. Also mining lots in Alabama with 200 foot vein offered by Great Southern Graphite Co and potato plants for sale with varieties Nancy Halls Puerto Ricos Triumph and Dooley Yams from Collins & Cor Kathleen Florida listings and W F Holladay Decherd Tennessee offering 18 kinds of sweet potato plants at 10 or 15 cents per 100 with names on request
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Decatur Court House
Good Pike Road
Alabama
Liberal Commission
Great Southern
Raphite Co
J. C. Bank Bidg
Birmingham
Ala
Nancy Halls
Puerto
W. F. Holladay
Decherd
Tenn
Tennessee Democrats Back Woman Suffrage at State Convention
Tennessee Democrats adopt a platform endorsing women's suffrage and urge the legislature to submit the question, giving voters a chance to express themselves at the state convention.
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Tennessee
English Women Must Feed Army
Acland warns a breakdown in home supplies unless women work in England fields. He notes the danger of decreased production and says England must have women defending the home and supporting men while men defend the country. He argues against denying women an equal voice in government.
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England
the Treasury
Francis Dyke Acland
Departing Guest Compliments Forest Growth Plans
A host tells a departing guest that the home’s yard looks sparse because the trees are young and hopes they will have grown to a substantial size before the guest returns.
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Frank
Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic Strengthens System
An old advertisement touts Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic as a general strengthening remedy. It claims to drive out malaria enrich the blood and build up the body for both adults and children.
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Grove
Colonel’s Detroit speech omits praise for Tyrus Cobb
A cautious observer notes the Colonel, once a deft master politician, delivered a lengthy Detroit address but offered no compliments to Tyrus Cobb, reflecting a shift in prominence or stance.
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Detroit
Tyrus Cobb
Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic Strengthens Through Summer
Advertisement notes that strong people endure summer heat better than the weak. It claims Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic purifies and enriches the blood and strengthens the whole system. Price listed as 50 cents.
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Grove
Adler ika remedy touts quick buckhorn bark mix
An advertising notice from The Owl Drug Co promotes Adler ika as a gastrointestinal remedy. It claims a single spoonful relieves stomach gas and constipation and markets the product as a fast acting aid.
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The
Owl Drug Co
Trouble about a concert with Carranza
A note describes friction over talks about a concert involving Carranza and expectations for making overtures.
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Carranza
Currant worm control and handy home tips from a 10 cent popper
The article shares practical home hints. Wash currants with a salt water dip to loosen pests, then rinse under cold water. Use a vinegar splash in meat cooking to keep it tender. A housewife explains threefold tablecloth folding to minimize creases and extend life, with folds creating a flat screen and garments rolled for storage.
It Is a Wise State That Knows Its Favorite Son
A compact quotation notes a state’s recognition of its celebrated native, framing pride in regional lineage and heritage with a concise, reflective tone.
Pills Best For Liver From Dr. King's New Life Pills
Claiming to aid digestion and liver function these pills promise a pain free, regular bowel movement without gripe or nausea. Advertises 25 cents at druggists and urges trying a bottle to feel better.
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Memphis
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Eddy
Patterson
Decatur, Ala
Lyon Mfg. CO
Brooklyn, N.Y
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Jerre Clark
CARRE
Decatur
BELL
E. E. Reager
E. Chuck Street
Saxo
Deentur
Berlin
Count Zeppelin
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