Pacific Rim tensions and the call for measured policy
The piece argues against muting the Oriental immigration issue as a local labor dispute and urges calm, firm, patient handling with Japan and China as Pacific neighbors. It notes America’s diverse population and the need for peaceful coexistence while preserving strength, warning against overemphasis on force.
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California
Vancouver
Seattle
San Francisco
Valparaiso
Australia
New Zealand
Pacific Rim
Pacific Ocean
Japan
China
Great Ocean
America
Leslie's Weekly
Keep Open China's Door
The article urges merchants to push for open trade with China and praises government support for reform. It argues US and other powers should back China’s development to resist foreign pressures and maintain equal opportunity in trade without exclusive privileges.
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United States
China
Railroads and State Legislation Impact on National Unity
The author criticizes limited state action toward railroads and warns that isolationist laws threaten a unified national transport system. Citing a federal judge, the piece argues state laws can discriminate against neighbors and create chaos, delaying credit and development across the country.
Special Election Open in Putnam County Indiana 1921
Notice announces a special election in every voting precinct of Putnam County Indiana on Tuesday September 6 1921 for the adoption or rejection of thirteen proposed amendments to the state constitution. Any US citizen 21 or older meeting residency requirements may vote without previous registration yes for the amendment no against the amendment.
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Putnam County
Indiana
State of
United States
General Assembly
Amendment proposals on voting and apportionment presented
The text presents Amendment No. 2 (Registration) allowing general and township elections with registration rules statewide and county classifications. Amendment No. 3 (Apportionment) requests yearly or periodic reallocation of legislative seats based on Secretary of State vote tallies from prior general elections, with yes or no voting options.
Constitutional amendments and governor veto rules summary
The text outlines how bills, including appropriation items, are sent back to the General Assembly if the governor vetoes, with items potentially being repassed per procedure. It lists amendments for state officers terms and county officers terms, prosecuting attorney terms, and lawyer qualifications, with affirmative or not against the amendments.
Public referendum on amendments including taxation and militia
Voters urged to mark Yes or No on several amendments. Sheriff Lawrence A. Sears of Putnam County notes procedures, with sections on taxation, militia, tenure, and office salaries.
Burke's Peerage ruled untrustworthy by Parliament panel
A British Parliamentary special committee brands Burke's Peerage as unreliable and finds 60 of the 1061 listed baronets to be interlopers. It recommends revision and expurgation leaving about 1000 real baronets. The ruling unsettles aspiring women and Newport aristocracy alike.
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Burke
Newport
Proposal to compress holidays creates Presidents Day debate
The proposal to merge all past National Executives holidays into one named Presidents Day faces opposition. The note adds that the current abundance of legal holidays dilutes their yearly significance for many people.
Money of No Value Promises Restored by Mayr's Remedy
A testimonial claims life returned to normal after using Mayr's Wonderful Remedy. The narrator says money cannot buy happiness until this simple prep clears catarrhal mucus and intestinal inflammation causing stomach liver and appendix issues. One dose convinced the reader and money-back guarantee offered. For sale at all druggists.
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Mayr
Too Good for Mormonism in New York City Tribunal
The Philadelphia Record notes Mormons abandon their temple in Harlem and concede New York is unsuitable for open polygamy propaganda, signaling a retreat from public proselytizing in the city.
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Harlem
New York
Philadelphia
Amendment on Veto-Appropriations Process in General Assembly
The passage outlines the gubernatorial veto powers and legislative steps for bills. If the Governor disapproves, objections are recorded and the bill is reconsidered by the originating house and then the other house with a majority needed in each. A bill becomes law if not returned within three days, Sundays excluded, unless adjournment blocks return, or if five days pass after adjournment.
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Secretary of State
General Assembly
Gum Digging in New Zealand Proves Highly Profitable
The article notes kauri gum digging in North Maoriland as a lucrative work for those in dire straits. It describes digging methods, gum types from white to blackjack, and stories of high returns such as a farm paid for by gum profits in a short period and a man selling four acres’ digging rights for 450.
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New Zealand
Jack
Grase
Professor Downgrades Salaries Debate Sparks Outcry
A college professor argues in a magazine that educators should earn $15 000 each stirring criticism from the New York Sun which calls the notion absurd and suggests salaries exceed those of top baseball stars.
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New York Sun
Indecorous boy’s tonsils cut to reform him
A New York Times quotation notes a harsh practice in Indianapolis where a boy deemed incorrigible was treated by tonsil removal, implying cruel methods used in reform attempts. The remark warns that such punitive mouth amputation could lead to broader street-urchin reforms.
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Indianapolis
New York Times
State Superintendent Proposal for Public Instruction
State officials propose amending Section 8 of Article 8 to provide for appointing a state superintendent of public instruction with term, duties, and compensation to be set by law. The General Assembly would determine appointment procedures and requirements for the office.
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General Assembly
Secretary of State
Taxation
Deep Well Water and Mind Muscle Proverbs
The Gilman City Missouri Guide reflects on quality water from deep wells and education of the mind. It cautions that writers may discard conscience to suit a grandiose style, likening verbose phrasing to using spikes to nail shingles.
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Gilman City
Noiseless gun inventor eyed for street car wheel impact
The writer argues that if the inventor of the noiseless gun or anyone else applied their genius to the flat wheel street car, their efforts would be widely appreciated.
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