Intellectual Predominance of Germans in South America
An analysis notes Germany’s expanding intellectual influence in South America outpacing French impact. It cites German efforts to recruit officers and educators, shaping public education in Chile and Argentina, and argues Germany gains power through cultural and moral means rather than commerce or conquest. The piece urges awareness of Germany’s growing ideological hold on the region.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
South American
South America
United States
Chile
Don't Grouch and Look on the Sunny Side of Life
A speaker warns against the grouch and urges self help and optimism for youths. He contrasts persistent sourness with the spark of enthusiasm, arguing true success comes when lifting others, not merely amassing wealth, and stresses courage despite poverty.
Easy Marriage Duick Divorce Easy Marriage Duick Divorce
The piece argues divorce is rising because marriage and divorce are both inexpensive and simple. It contrasts New York and South Carolina strictness with other states, noting low divorce rates where infidelity is the sole valid ground. It claims marriage and divorce costs are minimal in St Louis and highlights the ease of forming and dissolving unions.
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New York
South Carolina
New York State
New York City
Missouri
St. Louis
The House of a Thousand Candles Sequel Excerpt
In a misty village night the narrator debates loyalty and danger while tailing conspirators at Glenarm estate. He overhears Pickering and Bates plotting harm as Morgan nears a critical injury and contemplates Olivia Armstrong at St Agatha's.
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Bates
Dave
St. Agatha's
Nelda
Olivia
Annandale
St Agatha's
Olivia Gladys Armstrong
Sister Theresa
Morgan
Pickering
Glenarm
A Pair of Eavesdroppers
A narrator discovers a belated letter in Laurance Donovan’s hand at home, hinting at unfolding intrigue as dinner is prepared. The scene centers on evolving curiosity sparked by private correspondence and concealed motives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Laurance Donovan
Keen intelligence urged at bankers' meet in St Louis
Massachusetts Banks Commissioner Pierce Jay urged a stronger accounting system at the American Bankers Association convention in St Louis. He emphasized intelligence over systems to combat embezzlement, recalling Capt Hiram Cack of Gloucester and a doctor’s tale of recovery.
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Pierce Jay
Banks
Massachusetts
American Bankers’ Association
St. Louis
Mr. Jay
Hiram Cack
Gloucester
Cack
Tense clash over civil service hire at Muskogee agency
In Muskogee Oklahoma controversy grows as the civil service commission posts W D Nicholson a negro from Birmingham to a stenographer role. White clerks threaten to walk out across divisions if he is employed highlighting racial tensions within the Indian agency and the post office led by Miss Alice Robertson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Muskogee
Okla
Civil-Service Commission
W. D. Nicholson
Birmingham
Ala
Nicholson
Kelsey
Fegro College
South
Alice Robertson
Civil Service
Sugar Exports Decline Amid Market Shifts
The annual report of the bureau of Insular affairs notes sugar exports for the year dipped in quantity and price. Exports totaled 118 305 tons valued at 1 924 460 pesos with most shipments to Oriental markets. U S shipments declined to 234 074 pesos.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Bureau of Insular Affaire
United States
Postal Savings Bank
Commission
Parson's sermon stolen from Pittsburgh church
Rev Dr W T Reid of First United Presbyterian Church in Pittsburgh reports a break in during the night. Thieves entered via a memorial window, emptied the collection boxes, and looted the pastor's study stealing manuscripts including his sermon on Christ Cleanses the Temple. He must preach from an older draft.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittsburg
W. T. Reid
First United Presbyterian Church
Fifth Avenue
Temple
United Presbyterian
Dr. Reid
Railroad to Supply Girls in Omaha Service Plan
A railroad entering Omaha will act as an employment agency for servant girls. Orders and blanks are issued to all ticket offices to take orders from responsible persons detailing the service and wages. Blank forms are sent to headquarters and processed through immigration offices in New York or city agencies.
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Chicago
Louisville
Indianapolis
Cincinnati
Kentucky
Esprit
Gretchen
Rhine Valley
Squire Glenarm
Miss Armstrong
Geain
Stoddard
Omaha
Neb
New York
Agendes
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DR. L. $. Rowe
University of Pennsylvania
Duick
House
Merril Co
Prise
New Orleans
Vera Cruz
Mexico
Texas
Indiana
Larry
John Marshall Glenarm
Arthur Pickering
Stoddart
Humph
Mekering
Gnachman
Puok
Indian Agency
Oklahoma
Parson
York
Red Lion
Edward Wagman
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