Misreading history in the colonial era debate
Aตอบ discussion argues against a modern reform bias that rewrites history. It cites E M Stanton and George Creel to challenge claims that the Declaration of Independence and the Constitutional Convention reflected an aristocratic, anti democratic elite. The piece notes diverse backgrounds of signers and delegates, including lawyers, physicians, merchants, and craftsmen, and highlights family and wealth connections among leaders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. M. Stanton
Pioneer
George Creel
Century Magazine
Creel
Yale
Harvard
Princeton
University of Cambridge
University of Pennsylvania
College of Philadelphi
Jefferson
William and Mary
Rush
University of Edinburgh
Pris
Wilson
Glasgow
St. Andrew
Edinburgh
Robert Morris
Clymer
Lewis Morris
Francis Lewis
Hancock
Massachusetts
Jumerson
Canaca
Gwinnett
Georgia
Sedle
Middleton
Hart
Gerry
Wythe
Stockton
Lees
Rutledge
Livingstone
Carrall
Braxton
Edward
John Rutledge
Gouve
Virginia
Pace
Maryland
Bartlett
New Hampshire
George Walton
Roger Sherman
Benjamin Franklin
Novel View of the Liquor Problem by Herman Kuehn
A periodical essay from Every body's Magazine is cited, arguing against prohibition by weighing costs of licenses taxes espionage and enforcement. The author asserts most expenditure goes to enforcement and regulatory overhead rather than the drinker, urging fidelity to fact in the liquor debate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Herman Kuelin
Everybody's Magazine
Kuehn
Prohibition Debates on Liberty and Public Fairness
A historical essay argues against prohibitionist zeal, claiming drink restrictions corrupt benevolence and fuel social ills. It defends moderation, notes poverty and vice as intertwined, and invokes liberty as essential to social harmony. The piece critiques government overreach and urges returning to normality with responsible behavior.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hell
France
Macaulay
Orient crisis looms as Japan issues 48 hour ultimatum
The article reports Japan’s 48 hour ultimatum to China and global concern over potential hostilities. It notes U S influence unclear, China’s cautious stance after Kiaochau surrender, and England hinting at moral support for China while Canada’s Sam Hughes appears to assume Kitchener’s role.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Far East
Japan
China
United States
Kiaochau
Shantung
Dne
England
iJapan
Meaning of Fabian Tactics Through Roman to World War II
Washington Star discusses Fabian tactics from Fabius to Napoleon and Washington, noting reuse in military history. It explains Fabius Maximum's delaying actions against Hannibal, and how the term shifts to describe shrewd avoidance of direct engagement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
France
Marne
Aisne
Washington
George Washington
Fabius
Fabian
Rome
Carthage
Hannibal
Imen
Napoleon
Austerlira
Bernadotte
Fabii
Fabius Exinus
Fabius Pictor
Washington Star
Tariff theories disproved in Juneau Empire notice
Juneau Empire reports Glen Company president states during free wool tariff period U S wool growers earned higher prices than under 11 to 12 cent duty and manufacturers faced equal raw material competition with Europe piano expert George Anderson plans sixth annual Idtarod visit. box 991 Juneau for piano services or purchases before mid 1915.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Juneau Empire
Coness
American Glen Company
the Trust
United States
George Anderson
Abolition of Vodka in the Russian Empire
A detailed account recounts Michael Tshchelscheff’s drive to ban vodka in Russia. He describes mobilization campaigns closing shops, shifting society toward sobriety, and changing appearances, while noting government revenue concerns and political resistance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Russian Empire
Abstinence Drive in Russia Cuts Vodka Supply and Aims at Prohibition
In 1904 Russia, a mobilization effort led to a ban on all drinks except in class restaurants. The policy reduced vodka sales drastically, shifting consumer money to essentials while factories slowed and wage earners faced longer days. A government order backed by Grand Duke Constantine sought to sustain sobriety for the war, curb licenses for privileged clubs, and redirect vodka revenue to state needs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Petrograd
Michael Demetrich Tehelischeff
Russia
Rua
Polsnen
Tka
Vka
Moscow
Michael
Tshhelischeff
Samura
Taleu
Samara
Iaerial
Resian
Volga
Leo Tolstoy
Duma
Imperial Council
Nicholas
Crimea
Sveaborg
Kronstadt
Sebastopol
Sweure
Kokovsoff
Bark
Grand Duke
Druker
Perhaus
Ser Bank Block
Triste
Rusia
Aleka
Korenovna
Sody
Ahdaoitete
Constantine
Elsarriy
Chicago
Belgium Neutrality Debate Stirs German War Justifications
Dr John W Burgess argues Belgium’s neutrality eroded by 1839 treaty and 1870 guarantees as Belgium grows in power. The piece notes Britain’s early 19th century pledge and Germany’s August Reichstag claim that necessity pressed troops into Luxembourg and possibly Belgium, with France prepared to invade.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tacoma Ledger
John W. Burgess
Germany
United States
Belgium
Belgum
Dr. Burgess
Britain
France
Austria
Prussia
Russia
Great Britain
Professor Burgess
Union
New York Times
Burgess
Reichstag
Luxemburg
France and Britain in World War I Posture
The article cites a French attack and argues that Germany claimed Belgium violated clauses before invasion. Burgess dismisses Britain’s motives as protective of Belgium, while others contend Britain acted to defend France and Russia and uphold international order.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
Cor Burgess
Britain
Belgium
Iain
France
Great Britain
Notice from Dr. H R Moore in Alaska
A fragmented notice by Dr H R Moore from Alaska references building, drugs, and office matters, urging disruption from outsiders and claiming intent to sell and order items as available, with unclear context and incomplete details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
DR. H. R. Moore
Alaska
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