Morals By Constitutional Amendment Debate
A discussion on enforcing morality via constitutional amendment. The author questions a single standard of morality through amending the constitution, arguing personal virtue varies and that society cannot rigidly legislate ethics. He cites Prohibition history, media, and modern trends as context for evolving moral norms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Siyver
Fort Warne
Ezence
Caesar
Congreve
William the
London
Dean Jones
Tale
College Boy's and the Laws of the Land
A fragmented article discusses legal matters involving a youth and his handling of obligations under the law. It references officers, charges, and the idea of accountability within a county or local jurisdiction.
Senator Lewis Delivers Fort Wayne Address on League of Nations
Fort Wayne audience hears Senator Lewis defend careful report checking and full returns before accepting anti league stories. He challenges charges about England France and Belgium and praises the league draft and the thirty nations joining. He links eastern control fears to repeals of wartime taxes and farm credit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moose Hall
Lewis
League of Nations
League
England
France
Belgium
Sce
Senate
East
Republican Organization
Elihu Root
Congress
Secretary of the Treasury
Fort Wayne
Young Men's Democratic League
College pranks and the rule of law in student hazing
An opinion contrasts mob pressure with legal authority in college hazing cases. It argues officers must enforce the law, even amid student enthusiasm, noting ruined reputations and the need to respect law enforcement while condemning dangerous pranks.
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Hill
Yadan
Solemn Warning from Sir Auckland Geddes at GWU
An address delivered at George Washington University by Sir Auckland Geddes, the British ambassador, warns of dire wartime conditions and the dangers of the German threat. He argues America faces grave choices and urges decisive action to avoid a dark era in history. He stresses that the unrest could persist unless Allied unity and resolve prevail.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George
Esope
Peter
Reneel
Ambitious Talk of Beauty Service and Truth in Global Affairs
The piece argues that civilization's salvation rests on beauty service and truth, condemns reactionary forces for opposing these ideals, and notes American efforts to influence the presidency. It praises the New Zealand or British envoy in his candid, conviction-filled speech as a more genuine figure than past diplomats.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mall
America
Auckland
Bryce
Harry A. Franck
Century
Santiago
Panama
Political scandal and slush funds in Chicago convention fight
The text alleges large slush funds and open polling of delegates in a Republican convention fight. It implicates Governor Lowden and others, questions whether the United States government can be bought, and notes the collapse of Lowden as a candidate while speculating on a dark horse emerging.
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Chleago
Porthass
Lowden
Hike Wood
St. Louis
United States
Ines
Wood
Johnson
Harding
Lotrom
Ghie
Takewit
Wil
Brice Ar Pon
Renein Republic
Perversion Threatens Free Institutions
A fragment laments decline in morals and the nation’s future, arguing that such perversion endangers the republic and its free institutions. The text speaks to erosion of standards and warns of impending degeneracy without reform.
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Republic
Boston View of Hooser Politicians and Indiana Tangles
The Boston Transcript highlights Indiana Republican maneuvering surrounding Watson Kealing Healing and Keating with National Chairman Hays involved. It notes tensions within the state ticket and leadership, including Mrs Kealing and Mrs Hays, while suggesting Chicago reporting exposes the internal rifts feeding a Penrose Watson machine influence.
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Boston Transcript
Indiana
Joe Kealing
Healing
Penrose-Watsons
Wood
Kasling
Twood
Kealing
Chicago
Welkin
Lowdon
Boston
Hays
The Seduction of Hell-Roarin Hiram Dramatically Exposed
A fragmentary critique describes a sensational wartime era screenplay featuring Hiram and a seduction plot. It references figures Knox Penrose and Johnson with dramatic misquotes and a staged Philadelphia Pittsburgh media tour. The text mocks political manipulation and flamboyant acts for the screen.
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Iloh
Hiram
Qld Guard
Kaex
Minumns
Hirun
Knnox
Penrose
Johnson
Philadelphia
Pittsburgh
Knox
Millelphia
Fadelphis
Jonakan
Muwic
Honeton
Philanders
The Unseen Ally in War and Daily Duty
A preacher recounts a World War I anecdote of a captain guided by an unseen presence saving him from danger. He ties the experience to faith and duty across all work and life, citing prophecy and the idea that unseen forces defend those who persevere in God’s battle.
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James Vance
Inter-Cauren Wr World Movement
Federal Council of Churches of America
France
America
Praphet
Elisha
Roosevelt Letters Compared With Sir Walter Scott In Review
A Spectator essay on Roosevelt's Letters to His Children notes similarities to Walter Scott while highlighting deeper character parallels. The piece praises Roosevelt's humane tone and practical wisdom, contrasting his outdoor vigor with Scott's prudence, and argues both shared wholesome fortitude and balanced judgment.
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Roosevelt
Chilldren
The
Spectator
T. H
Walter Scott
Sagamore Hl
Abbotsford
Theodore Roosevelt
Pnce
Scott
Mary
Queen of Scots
Roosevalt
A Republic of Necessity Governs Postwar Germany
The article argues Germany cannot return to monarchy. It cites Allies' rejection of a restored monarchy, labor unrest, and the impracticality of reestablishing other dynasties. It frames the republic as the only durable safeguard for Germany’s future.
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Mme Hag
America
Geremany
Wittlesbech
Zabringen
Wertin
Urider
Hohenzollern
Germany
Aker Min
Paris
Who Owns the Railroads in the Modern Era
The article notes a vast spread of rail stock ownership with tens of thousands as shareholders. It cites 33,000 Shore persons in Pennsylvania Railroad ownership and 14,000 new Southern Pacific owners since 1914, while Baltimore & Ohio and Reading saw large growth. The piece contrasts dispersed ownership with the antique era of magnates and remarks on the diminished power of individual wreckers, few magnates remaining.
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Girard
Philadelphia
Pennsylvania Railroad
Southern Pacific
Baltimore & Ohio Partners
Reading
Santa Fe
York Central
Vanderbilt
Day
Jim Fiske
Tall Street
The Past Lies Behind Us in Nonsense Or Insight
A reflective riff on how history shapes present action arguing the past can empower or debilitate. Citing Genesis Maeterlinck Poe the piece contrasts dwelling in memory with choosing constructive present effort and wisdom. It cautions against despair and urges moving toward higher aims.
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Rochester
Poe
Death's Benediction on an English Soldier at Sunset
An English officer wounded on Shelby’s Mexico expedition tells Governor Reynolds his life of fighting, love ruin, and exile. He confesses a duel, murder, and a long path of disgrace, ending with a final blessing as he dies.
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Mexico
Eneishman
United States
Raiy
Shelby
James Scarlett
Tyrone
Ireland
Yee
India
Crimea
America
Jess
Mar
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