Lansing a grave listener with broad cultural gifts
A profile of Robert Lansing secretary of state, contrasting him with Bryan and Foster. The piece notes his listening skill, diplomacy, habit of keeping notes, and personal interests in fishing painting and poetry. It highlights his background in international law and key roles in US foreign affairs.
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James G. Blaie
Harrison
John W. Foster
William J. Bryan
Wilson
Robert Lansing
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Lansing
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Knox
Root
Mr. Lansing
United States
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Nebraska
O:ice
Germany
Oswald Garrison Villard
New York Evening Post
Washington
Secretary of State
Improbable Dinner Table Debate Sparks Terse Exchange
A brief comic exchange features a conservative speaker and a judge discussing foreign affairs and American fruit preferences. The host asks about the Mexican imbroglio while Mr. Malaprop professes a fondness for traditional American fruits.
Hard-luck stories and married men in Louisville humor
The Louisville Courier Journal notes a sharp quip on listening to a bachelor and a married man sharing woes. The exchange reflects local wit about romance and domestic life in a period voice.
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Loulaville Courier-Journal
Self-Congratulation Dialogue Clip
A brief exchange reveals a nearly betrothed past between characters as they meet. The Judge remarks on a warm handshake while one person explains the near marriage to Jim before a marriage occurred.
Gorizia’s Historic Tombs and Royal Remains Unearthed
The Italian town of Gorizia known as the Austrian Nice is noted for its historic ties and fortifications. The Franciscan monastery, the Isonzo river, and the Carso plateau frame views of Duino and Miramar castles. Framed in the Franciscan church vault are the tombs of Charles X and Henry V of France, with inscriptions and a fleur de lis banner marking Henry’s resting place and royal lineage.
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Venice
Trieste
Adriatic
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Count de Chambord
Isonzo
St. Louis
Charles X of
France
Navarre
Paris
Frohsdorf
Henry IV
Francis I
Joan of Arc
Lydia E Pinkham's Compound Praised By Expectant Mothers
Letters from women across the United States extol Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound for pregnancy support and childbirth. Mrs Mia Mitchell of Masena New York calls it essential for a strong baby. Other testimonials hail improved health and “the greatest baby girl” following use.
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Lydia E. Pinkham
A. M. Mrexs
Gordenville, Mo
E. M. Doerr
R. R
Conshohocken, Pa
Flat feet epidemic blamed on cheap shoes in Manhattan
Captain Frank E. Evans of the U S Marine Corps recruiting office reports about 18 percent of applicants to the Twenty third Street Marine office were rejected for pes planus or flat foot. He cites long standing hours and poorly made shoes as causes, with motormen conductors subway guards policemen machinists waiters and clerks among the sufferers.
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Manhattan
Frank E. Evans
United States Marine Corps
Evans
Marine Corps
Twenty-third Street
New York Times
Funny Front Stories About Our Volunteer Army
A Brit ish legation member recounts at a New York dinner a trench anecdote about two young men in private soldier uniforms. One swells says he was meant for the ministry and nearly ordained last August but the war redirected his path.
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Legation
New York
Fortune teller foretells altercation of finances
A humorous exchange notes a fortune teller predicting financial reversal after charging $2, framing the joke as a punchline about paying for vague prophecy.
Political pledge quip sparks laughter at wedding exchange
A playful moment at a ceremony features a politician answering a vows question with a wry remark about platforms. The exchange highlights campaign ties and party loyalties amid a lighthearted event.
The Scoundrel and Dr Lyman Abbott on women's suffrage
An excerpt from a luncheon where Dr Lyman Abbott discusses opposition to universal suffrage. A speaker responds to the idea that critics are severe about women and mockingly cites a man who supports clubs for women. The quotation illustrates public attitudes and humor about reform.
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Lars
Golfer Brings Mind Games to Rivalry Over Clubs
A playful exchange features a golfer boasting about thinking ahead and a rival noting a preference for wooden clubs, highlighting a mental edge in a budding rivalry.
Women Who Are Most Careful Of Complexions Have None
A witty remark noting that women who obsess over complexion care supposedly lack their own complexion, suggesting irony about vanity and self-care.
Mother Grays Sweet Powers for Children Sold Nation wide
An advertisement targets mothers with sickly delicate children and promises immediate relief for feverish cross behavior. It claims to cleanse the stomach act on the liver aid worm treatment and is advertised as a pleasant remedy used by mothers for years. Sample free and available from druggists at 2 cents. A B Olmsted Le Roy New York.
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Cross
Gray
A& Ail
Olmsted
le Roy
Pleasant Work
A humorous exchange reveals a person claiming to have been chief designer in a pretzel factory, illustrating a boastful job title in playful dialect. The sketch hints at regional pride and quirky career lore without additional context or specifics.
Comforted Servant Brings Cheer to Careworn Lady
A weary woman welcomes a new servant who promises to be a treasure. The helper admires a well furnished home and jokes about enjoying only expensive dishes to break, amid polite banter in a refined household.
Uncle Fogg Shrugs Off Marbles Parade Patronizing Talk
The Kansas City Star quotes Uncle Fogg declining to stroll through the boys marble game. He recalls being a boy and resents do-gooders patting youths on the head. He warns the youngsters he will defend himself if pressured. His plan is to walk around the scene.
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Uncle Fogg
Kansas City Star
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