The Next Congress and Its Fragile Democratic Coalition
In the 1915 Grafton Sentinel analysis, Democratic leaders fear a House divided by discord and factionalism under President Wilson. Bryan's influence, Kitchin's opposition, and Henry's committee power shape an unsettled early-20th century legislative landscape with looming War tax debates and intraparty tensions.
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House of Representatives
Bryan
House
Wilson
Bryan Méen
Congress
Clark
Baltimore
White House
Senate
Kit
Henry
Texas
Mr. Bryan
Feader
Patriotism or Pele The Army Oath And Resignation Pressure
A period piece argues that army officers may face pressure to resign for munition contracts as tensions rise amid European conflict. It defends officer loyalty, warns against abandoning service for profit, and urges restraint and public protest to preserve national readiness during potential war and Mexican tensions. Also notes German exhibitors praising Panama-Pacific award impartiality and American neutrality in prizes.
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United States Army
War Department
Uncle Bam
Germany
Lemberg and Paris in WWI era political currents
The article discusses the fall of Lemberg and its impact on morale and strategy in the war, noting German confidence and the Western front's ongoing vigor. It contrasts Austro German advances with Russian shortages and questions whether a decisive knockout blow is possible, while highlighting German longing to reach Paris and confront Britain. It also touches on public sentiment in Berlin and Vienna and the desire to reassert pressure on Western defenses.
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Lemburg
Russia
Germany
Lemberg
Austria
Berlin
Vienna
Gelicia
Paris
Belgium
England
Bryan
Dumba
New York
Wilson
Philadelphia
Lusitania
Ambassador Dumba
Grafton Week Ends Amid Diplomatic Strain
A July week recounts a conference with the Austrian Ambassador that widened a rift between the President and Mr. Bryant. The note suggests a policy of pitiless publicity to clear the atmosphere of doubt and restore trust.
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Bryant
Wilson
Gas Interests Form West Virginia Natural Gas association
At a Clarksburg meeting at the Waldo hotel eighty to ninety gas producers organized the West Virginia Natural Gas association. Directors and officers were elected to promote a publicity bureau and legislative representation. John Gerrard of Columbus advised on state coordination and benefits of a united producer body. The gathering drew participation from major cities and large gas operators across the state. Also included are excerpts on malted milk beverages and healthful summer drinks with recipes and serving tips.
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Clarksburg
W.va
Lynn 8. Horner
Fred Hall Grosscup
Charleston
Edwin Robinson
Fairmont
West Virginia Natural Gas Association
Waldo Hotel
J. O. Watson
Larksburg
Mith
Morgan
George Wilson
Weston
J. R. Munce
Thomas Gargolan
Kersburg
Lewis Bennett
Atus
J. H. Trainor
West Union
J. P. McCloskey
Huntington
Swartz
John Gerrard
Columbus
Ohio
Ohio State Gas Men's Organization
Gerrard
Buckeye
West Virginia
Gertara
West, Virginia
Mei
Pittsburgh
Philadelphia
Advertising vs public scenery on highways debated
The piece notes a Highway Protection Society move to curb highway advertising along public routes in New York and Rhode Island with enforcement starting next September. It argues protecting scenic views is valuable though private land may still display ads, and comments on advertising's strong newspaper value.
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New York
Rhode Island
America
Castoria Ads From a Bygone Era On Summer Refreshments
The article extols cooling food drinks for hot weather, praising nutrients and quick digestion. It cites milk, malted milks, egg drinks, grape juice, and fresh fruit beverages as healthy options. It argues cold drinks need not be avoided in summer and promotes easy, quick preparation for meals.
Fixing Thy Streets Patchwork Patter From Chicago Commerce
The item parodies street work in a wandering verse about patches and digs. It mentions imported ingredients for pavements, water mains, railway cables, conduits, and telephone lines. The piece references Jon and Thelma Sinsel visiting Clarksburg, with a nod to Chicago Commerce.
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Jon
Chicago Commerce
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Grafton Sentinel Pub. Co
Associated Press
Howard H. Bolt
Washington
Ita Com
al Jennings
Oklahoma
Britain
Great Britain
London
Justias
Fis
United States
Itt Hos ‘Tien
Hines
Giusseppe Garibaldi
Garry
Pele
Becaues
Indiana
Billy Sunday
Mindis
Jka
Chicago
Redpath
Brockway
Chautauqua
Grafton
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Castoria Ies
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Thelma Sinsel
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