Editorial on world credit and southern sentiments
The piece argues the global credit system rests on trust and that nations must honor promises to avoid a universal collapse. It condemns northern abolitionist rhetoric in Virginia, denounces anti slavery sentiment, and calls for loyalty to state institutions and the constitution amid heated political tensions. It warns against profiteering and urges faith in productive work to rebuild the economy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Credit Foundation
Germany
Austria
Turkey
Russia
Europe
French Creek
Upshur County
Freemont
Virginia
Greely
Smith Summer
Fred Douglas
Wingkiigsite
al Orrer
A Voice From the Past on Virginia Secession Conspiracy
The piece recalls 1859 Virginia fears of a northern conspiracy to abolish slavery, with eastern meetings and speakers depicting a free black Virginia. It notes West Virginia history, the Weston Herald editorial attacking nine Lewis County men who voted for John C. Fremond in 1856, calling them abolitionists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Brown
Virginia
Commonwealth
Little Mountain
West Virginia
Weston Herald
Lewis County
John C. Fremond
I Ae
Taft’s Reservations for League Covenant Listed
The Republican Publicity Association releases Taft’s Washington statement showing a new stance toward the league of nations. It outlines six reservations to accompany the Senate resolution, including two years’ notice to leave the league while retaining covenant liabilities, and limits on representation by self governed colonies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Taft
League of Nations
Bettef
Notheless
Senate
United States
League
Congress
Debate on Taft reservations and Monroe Doctrine stance
The article analyzes Taft's reservations to the league covenant, arguing they fail to alter U S obligations, and criticizes interpretations that might threaten the Monroe Doctrine. It urges a clear amendment stating this covenant shall not constrain the Monroe Doctrine as the core American policy. The piece condemns crafty interpretations and supports congressional acceptance only of direct, textual safeguards.
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United States
Mr. Tatt
League
Congress
Borah
Taft
Sopo
Hol- Tana
France
Att
Foreign Relations Committee
Reparations Commission
Senate
War hero Delmas jailed for bank fraud term amid debate
A. P. Wearer notes Victoria Cross holder D. M. Delmas, former British sergeant major, is jailed in Seattle awaiting return to Huntsville Texas to serve two years nine months of a five year term for alleged deposits fraud at International Bank and Trust in San Angelo. The piece contrasts Delmas’s sacrifice with bank wreckers in Taylor County, criticizing their lenient treatment and public spectacle.
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Seattle
Wash
A. P
D. M. Delmas
Hontsville
Tex
Delmas
International Bank and Trust Company
San Angelo
Huntsville
San Francisco
Texas
Canada Tightens Immigration Policy Signals Stricter Admission
Canada shifts from open borders to supervised entry under a new rule. The authorities will reject applicants with disease, undesirable habits, criminal records, or low mental health, while not all immigrants are barred. The move redefines Canada as a dominion with greater control over who enters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
British Columbia
Winnipeg
Sope
Dominion
United States
West Virginia Labor Threatens Strike Over Food Prices
West Virginia labor groups warn that further price hikes on food could trigger a statewide strike. Officials cite profiteering as a key cause of the rising cost of living, despite government and state probes and possible prosecutions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West Virginia
County fair plan agreed by local business groups
The Taylor County Farm Bureau and Business Men's Association met at the Central Hotel grill room at noon to discuss a county fair this year. They favored a street fair or larger, more complete fair with agricultural exhibits, machinery firms invited to display, merchants to fund prizes, grounds and a joint stock company to be considered later, with County Agent to announce site. Attendees included H. L. Abbott, Lee Reynolds, S. A. Bainbridge, William Morgan, O. J. Fleming, J. M. Ross, Harvey Seranage, and G. R. Jenking.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Taylor County Farm Bureau
Business Men's Association
Central Hotel
HL. A. Abbott
Lee Reynolds
A. Bainbridge
William Morgan
O. J. Fleming
J. M. Ross
Harvey Seranage
G. R. Jenking
English judges object to trying the raiser by a law they do not know
Huntington Advertiser notes that English judges oppose trying the raiser under unfamiliar law. It questions whether someone can lend a copy of the Ten Commandments. The item reflects a legal reform or judicial education concern and quotes pamphlet or editorial tone.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
America
Seaboard
Boston
Russia
Spain
Hom
Huntington Advertiser
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Grafton Sentinel Pub. Co
Howard H
Associated Press
Grafton
W. Va
Postoffice
Republican Publicity Association
Jonathan Bourne, Jr
Washington
U.S. Public Health Serve
Medicial Department of
Army and Navy
Central West
St. Mary’s
Wheeling
St. Marys
R. J. Reynolds Tobacco CO
Winston-Salem, N. C
Taylor County
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