Democratic Platform Embraces Wilson Era Policies
The document outlines the Democratic platform praising Woodrow Wilson’s administration. It defends federal banking reform, tariff adjustment, labor rights, postal and rural services, and internationalism. It calls for a League of Nations, Pan American collaboration, naval strength, and progressive social and economic measures including labor standards and pensions.
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St. Louis
Democratic Party
United States
Woodrow ‘Wilson
Federal Reserve Law
Republican Party
Wich
Federal Trade Commission
Health of Department Store Women Employees
Doctor Kristine Mann reports on two large department stores where female workers walk long distances in poor corsets and high heels and rely on hospital rest stations. She notes high hospital visits, common complaints from headaches to menstrual issues, and argues for better screening, job fit, and wellness programs to prevent illnesses and improve working conditions.
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Kristine Mann
American Journal of Public Health
Manon
Colda
Mann
Getter
Competition Confusion Delays Mt You Meet Funds
Fragmentary note mentions payment and a $1,000 amount tied to a meet. Reference to moving on and concern over a hill appears, but details are unclear and names or organizations are not identifiable.
Fragmentary notice from Hoston Srannoriah item
Fragmented readable text mentions a mother and daughter with vague phrases about kissing and location. No clear event, names, dates, or actions to confirm a news item.
Ring for Liberty and Caesar Rodney's Ride
A historical poem recounts the Declaration of Independence being signaled by the ringing of the old statehouse bell. A young bellringer proclaims liberty as crowds gather, while Caesar Rodney races 80 miles to vote for independence, his timely ride enabling the congressional decision and ringing bells across the colonies.
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Congress
Tuppeay
Colonies
Sons of the Free
Rodney
Hymn of the Starry Banner and Freedom’s Cause
Poem-like lines proclaim blessing on the flag and banner as the nation faces conflict. It invokes God to defend the right, keep the flag unstained, and crown the cause with victory on familiar battlefields.
When Will the Ships Be Built
The Kansas City Star notes House action on the naval bill and questions when the ships will be laid down. It recalls a 1615 authorization for two battleships and points out delays in keel laying, with six months to prepare a naval bill and seventeen months to ready navy yards. It argues Congress should fix procedures and yard readiness to avoid repeated lags.
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Kansas City Star
House
Congress
Geome
Navy Department
Navy Yards
Navy Yard
The Queen's Gift Book Drives Demand in Kingland Sale
British anthology by top writers and illustrators meets unprecedented demand in Kingland. Proceeds will aid Maury Convalescent Hospital, promising large totals from the sale.
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Kingland
Greeley Repeats 44 Mile Drive Across Maine Roads
Ellsworth native E H Greeley first drove the 44 mile Columbia Falls to Ellsworth route in 1842 at age 10. This year on the same date at 84 he made the same journey without a stop, though the vehicle took all hours.
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E. H. Greeley
Ellsworth
Columbia Falls
Greeley
Mr. Greeley
German steel works debut giant hydraulic press
A German steel works replaces a centuries old steam hammer with a hydraulic press capable of 11 600 tons pressure. The new machine reduces earth shaking previously caused by the hammer’s operation.
Auditor General Receives 1871 War Rant for Review
The Pennsylvania auditor-general’s department examines a 45 year old state warrant for 34 dollars and 62 cents drawn March 31 1871 to John Gilpin and W F Johnston. The document covers damages from Civil War related incidents and bears the auditor-general’s signature.
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Auditor-General
S Department of Pennsylvania
John Gilpin
W. F. Johnston
John
Queen Emma and the Cracked Tea Set Legend
The tale recalls Queen Emma of Holland and King William’s gift of costly porcelain. A loyal servant breaks a cup, Emma repairs it with cement, then accidentally shatters it again, prompting guilt. William consoles the queen while the servant fears dismissal, preserving his position.
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Holland
William
Emma
Enina
Willam
Largest gun well in Oklahoma feeds city-scale output
A new gun well at Foxpool, south of Cushing, Oklahoma, reportedly produces about 100,000,000 cubic feet of gas per day, enough to supply a city of 100,000 people.
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Oklahoma
Foxpool
Cushing
Second run films lower costs after initial release
A single photographic negative can produce unlimited positives for exchanges nationwide. After enough positives are made, the negative stays with the producer. Additional positives can be produced anytime. Scratched films show heavy exhibition and cost exhibitors less. Second run films meet theater demand without new negatives.
Mechanical prayer devices in the east described
The article notes mechanical praying devices called prayer fluga or similar items. It mentions their familiarity in eastern regions and describes their movement and function. The device is said to record prayers as it moves with the breeze, intended to benefit those who install it, and sometimes spans a river.
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Mississippi Valley
Mississippi River
J. C. White
South African Defence Senate Debate On Scientific Advancement
An unclear report discusses debates over scientific advancement and international observers in several countries. The fragment references defence, policy, and speculation about future steps, with emphasis on global perspectives.
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The
South African Journal of Defence
Senate
Atepa
TimerlIners And Mothers In The Cabaret World
A description questions the morality of a young woman in a cabaret setting. It contrasts her daring attire and nightlife with her mother’s conventional values and a father’s concern. The piece asks readers which image the men of real worth prefer and urges reflection on virtue versus fleeting pleasure.
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Horus Elite
Ona
Maddy Inguin
Mosul Fortunes Touched by World War amid Trade Hub Hopes
Mosul a Mesopotamian city of about 59 000 on the Tigris near Nineveh, once a trade hub for muslin and galinuts, now caught in World War with Russian advances. The city features a leaning great mosque and a Tigris bridge, while May floods reveal river islands and future fruit harvests if defense holds.
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America
Democratic Congress
Malem
Mosul
Mesopotamia
Near East
Hagdad
Erferum
Trebizon
Tigris
Bagrad
Nineveh
Agage
Moaul
Jonnt
Ninus
Sen Ramis
Jonah
Zongi
Palestine
Saladin
Zeng
Man
Definition of a Standpatter from the Kansas City Star
The piece contrasts the standpatter with the progressive, describing the standpatter as a guardian of existing institutions who opposes change and new tools. It argues he resents amendments to the constitution and social insurance and favors preserving current arrangements despite potential improvements.
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Kansas City Star
Ars
Candiewar & Worthy Institution
Comptitaon
One Kind of Leadership in Modern America
An opinion piece argues against the idea that success in one field proves broad expertise. It cites Henry Ford and William Jennings Bryan as examples of respected figures misjudged as all-knowing authorities. The piece warns against elevating leaders beyond their proven domain.
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Chicago News
Henry Ford
Ford
Bryan
Moses
Lois
Why He Never Played Baseball
A fragment from the Washington Ster recounts Uncle Hill Bpinner describing his youth and being a versatile athlete who never had a chance to play baseball. The anecdote contrasts boxing and other sports with missed opportunities in town life.
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Washington Ster
Hill Bpinner
Untitled fragment from Reedy itt. local page item
Fragmentary OCR notes mention a person from Klardeky and an incident resulting in a death or injury. No clear dates or full identities are readable.
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