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Impious Criticism of Christian Ethics and War
A historical piece argues against belittling faith amid war urging Christian sincerity in rulers appeals. It contends patriotism and Christianity share aims, warns against demoralization, and questions misinterpretations of divine support in conflict. It notes divine judgment transcends human justification and calls for less pessimistic critique.
Christian progress and the child in peril from urban vice
The piece argues that Christian nations advance civilization through religion and culture while acknowledging the harsher outcomes of urban neglect. It questions whether a mother’s efforts through prayer, art, and Sunday school fail when a boy returns scarred by street life and truancy, demanding action against the alley’s influence.
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Cathay
Reluctant Progress and Relics of Faith in Society
A critique on religious tolerance and periodic scandals in cults led by figures like Benjamin Purnell of the House of David. The author laments progress, notes historical uproars against false prophets, and cautions against atavistic backlash in civilizational standards.
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United States
Benjamin Purnell
House of David
Benton Harbor
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King Albert to gift cigars to army for Christmas
The item notes King Albert plans to give every man in his army a box of Dutch cigars, claimed to boost ferocity. It also mentions the British missing a chance to catch a German fleet in the North Sea, humorously downplaying the count. A humorous ad line offers beauty at half price with an office application.
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Albert
North Sea
Adelbert
Illinois
Christmas promises for soldiers and clues of romance amid headlines
A fragmented miscellany notes Christmas gifts for French soldiers, playful lines about Tom and Jerry, a query about a formerly inseparable couple, plus a La Crosse reader's testimonial endorsing Doan's Kidney Pills for backache and kidney issues. It includes a Doan's ad from Foster Milburn Co.
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Mary Scales
Market Bt
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Quips and Cranks and Wanton Wiles Ode to a Gas Meter
An earnest poem laments the gas meter as an ever faithful servant, tirelessly clicking and chattering while pondering retirement for its masters. The speaker admires the meter as perpetual motion and a constant, dependable presence in the home.
Thief Strikes While Mrs Cobb Spends Day In Town
Mrs Cobb left a tote card at her country home saying All out Don't leave anything The return home revealed a full house ransacked of valuables A robbers note added Thanks We haven't left much The incident appears in Lippincotts Magazine with no further details on suspects or motives.
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Fitzgerald
Stanton
Jack Stanton
Lord Fitzgerald
Prince di Undine Rescues 500 Americans at Sea
Dr. Nicholas Murray Butler praised the Principe di Undine for returning about 500 stranded Americans from renon. He noted a loss of $46,000 to Butler and some millionaires, but argued money generously spent can do good, countering the idea that money cannot buy happiness.
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Nicholas Murray Butler
Renon
Butler
New York
Felix's Perilous Rescue of Kittens in Cellar
Six year old Felix finds four kittens in a cellar. A visitor asks to see them and Felix announces he will bring them up by their stems. His mother pleads caution as a wail echoes from the stairs.
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New York Press
Felix
Congressman's Smile Sparks Memory Of Flowers In Washington
In a Washington club the conversation shifted to flowers as Texas Congressman James L. Slayden flashed a gentle smile and recalled a memorable moment. His remark highlighted a lighthearted note amid political chatter.
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Washington
James L. Slayden
Texas
Sweet peas and high society plans in Damascus tale
A fragment from a serialized story shows Mr. Smith discussing flowers and costs, a tense exchange between companions, and a plot to flee Damascus with a nobleman’s permit. The scene blends garden gossip, disguises, and a dangerous escape bound for Mecca and missionaries.
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