Senate Debates Peace Treaty Text and Constitutional Questions
The piece describes a high stake Senate clash over the 80,000 word treaty text with Germany and the League, noting many senators seek constitutional and international law clarity. Merit Johnson of California and Bene tue Robinson of Arkansas face procedural obstacles as they push to expose the full text and demand immediate consideration, while opponents warn the press summary is incomplete and unclear.
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Alma
Senate
Merittur Johnson
California
Comninie
Trapartt
Johnson
Bene Tue Robinson
Arkanens
Tte
League
Germany
Haig War Report Omits American Role Yet Again
Washington receives copies of Field Marshal Haig’s war report that largely ignores U S forces. The document credits Allied actions and omits Pershing’s army and American divisions in major offensives. Critics vow to press Congress for a full record of American contributions to victory.
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Marshal Haig
Washington
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Hinl
Cambent
Pershing
Mulg
America
Mann and the Suffrage Amendment in Congress Opening Day
Representative Mann of the Becond Himula district introduced the first resolution in the House to amend the Constitution to grant women the right to vote. The debate stirred party lines as Mann faced opposition and was briefly offered the role of majority floor leader before declining. The measure progressed amid a two hour debate and party politics as supporters hoped Senate approval would follow.
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Tames W Mann
Himula
Partewitts
Howe
BOF
Maus
Priemis
Senate
Ttn
World Loves a Lover Harris Marries 18 Year Old in Chicago
Governor General Harries of the Philippine Islands wedl eighteen year old Aime Elizabeth Wrentmore of California in Chicago amid a chain of separations and objections. Harries had a prior wife who obtained a divorce the same day as the Chicago ceremony.
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Francie Darton Harries
Philippine Tannin
Harrison
Aime Elizabeth Wrentnory
University of California
Mary Crocker
San Francisco
Wrentmore
Bertiney
Cal
Chicago
One-Armed Golfers Compete in Notable Match at Gulf
The one-armed players John Haskins of Heinke and Norman Mycock of Buxton faced off in an exciting gulf match at Eaghind. Both displayed impressive skill despite missing a hand, with Mycock shown driving in the accompanying photograph.
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Ecentiy
John Haskins
Heinke
Norman Mycock
Buxton
Eaghind
Mycock
Williams Attacks New Commissions In Senate Banter
Senator John Sharp Williams of Mississippi argues against new commissions, calling them perpetual once started. He recalls a friend of eminence who warned a commission could run indefinitely, noting the work may take years to wind up if ever. The exchange ends with a light quip about lasting oversight.
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Congress
John Sharp Williams
Senate
Very Tree and the Tei Traders of Tunesty’s Market
A fragmented dialogue between a tei trader and an email clerk reveals chatter about honesty and profit. The exchange touches on subsistence wages, value, and social status as two figures discuss commerce and dignity.
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Bev Polley
Homessy
How Mrs Boyd Avoided an Operation
A woman recounts doctors deeming surgery necessary but Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound helped her recover enough to do housework. The ad urges other women with female troubles to try the remedy before surgery and offers advice from Lydia E Pinkham Medicine Co. and contact in Lynn, Massachusetts.
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Lydia E. Pinkham
Makie Boyd
Sth
N. E
Canton
Ohio
Lia E. Pinkham
Lydia E. Pinkham Medicine Co
Lynn, Mass
Whistlers Warned For Disruptive Noise In Public
A New York Evening Post notice urges restraint on whistling in theaters and shops. It condemns loud blasts as harmful and dangerous, calling for lawkeepers to catch offenders and prevent public disturbances.
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Rowder
New York Evening
Swamp Root Sold to Aid Kidney Health for Women Readers
An essay targets women readers warning of silent kidney and bladder issues and touts Dr Kilmer’s Swamp Root as a remedy. It promises a sample bottle by mail and notes availability in drug stores, alongside unrelated notes about Siamese music and farm life anecdotes.
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Dr. Kilmer & Co
Binghamton
N. Y
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