Roosevelt’s Legacy and Rights of Intervention in Africa
The text reflects on Theodore Roosevelt’s public career and his controversial actions. It notes his adherence to popularizing the square deal, his opponents’ claims of dilating commandments, and debates over his stance on Africa and insurgents. It also discusses potential implications if Roosevelt had become president, including effects on Taft and possible outcomes of the war and broader policy.
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Africa
Ing
Taft
Roosevelt
Mexico
Roosevelt’s Complex Leadership and Legacy Examined
The passage analyzes Roosevelt as a transformative yet controversial leader who shaped parties and policies. It credits him with bold reforms against corruption, fights with Wilson, and a restless, aggressive drive that defined his era and left a lasting, debated mark on American politics.
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Republican Party
Wilson
Progressive Party
Lily White
South
Roosevelt
McKinley
Mark Hanha
France
Genghis Khan, Charlemange
Julius Caesar
Bolshevik Simply Means T. W. W. In Translation
The report notes that Bolshevik translates as T. W. W. and mentions aviators forced to cancel trips due to Brow blockades while awaiting news of a misplaced switch.
Unclear reminiscence on Roosevelt era policy figures
The fragment questions Wood and McAdoo's wartime actions and railroad control, noting a named but unnamed official with initials J. J.P. and asking what 48 manager of the railroads did to show fitness for national guidance. The text is a political commentary snapshot with no clear event or outcome.
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Treasury
McAdoo
Quote on Peace Conditions Amid Global Crises
The author argues that amid famine and industrial paralysis many nations face rising debts and armed men, urging an end to grandstanding and a focus on serious peace terms to prevent anarchy.
Eskimo Food Supply Threatened by Modern Implements
The text quotes the late Prof. Dyche predicting rifles would ruin the Eskimos food supply. It recalls a time when hunting walrus and bear yielded ample meat, and wonders if civilization would exhaust resources, leaving just enough meat to last.
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Dyche
Wene
NO TONIC AND WORLD PEACE VIEWS IN AFTER-INFLUENZA DISCUSSION
A historical column discusses Hood's Sarsaparilla as a post influenza aid and promotes Hood's Pills. It then shifts to remarks on President Wilson and King George, noting expectations about a royal visit and contrasting leadership roles with the American president. The piece argues for Allied unity on a shared peace plan after World War I.
Pedestrian Duty in Traffic Cited by Recorder Johnson
The Atlanta Constitution quotes Recorder Johnson in dismissing a homicide charge against a chauffeur. The court stressed pedestrians must observe traffic laws and take precautions for self safety, arguing drivers and walkers share responsibility on public thoroughfares.
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Johnson
Atlanta Constitution
Prices swing with hard times and prosperity described
A man recalls wide price swings from butter at 10 to 65 cents a pound and eggs from 8 to 60 cents a dozen. He notes hogs 1.50 to 20 per hundred and cattle 2 to 20 cents a pound, wages from 37 cents to 4 dollars daily, and turkeys 6 to 50 cents a pound, arguing people were more prosperous under high prices and urging Europe to heed the point.
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Europe
Adam Croaker
War of 1812 End Through Ghent Peace Then News Spread Fast
In 1814 to 1815 the war ended with the Ghent peace treaty signed December 24 1814. News traveled slowly as a secretary left Ghent for London December 26 and England for New York January 2 1815 arriving in February. Printed handbills carried the news to citizens while telegraph did not yet exist and some cities remained ignorant for days.
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Ghent
London
England
New York
Joseph Glanvil
Old Graft Reported In McPherson Picture Scam
McPherson residents report an enlarged picture graft targeting parents with sons in service. A solicitor allegedly charged $7.50 for a framed portrait but billed $21, with $13.50 for a frame described as the cheapest contraption. Victims cite small type disclosures and seek redress.
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McPherson
McPherson Freeman
Truths and Trifles by Paul C Rankin
A column of wry observations on politics crops and diaries from 1920s Lawrence Kansas notes aging, fiscal quips, and surreal details such as bumper wheat forecasts and obituaries ahead of time. It mentions campaign work by traveling salesmen raising relief funds for Jews and Armenians. Election details for the Lawrence Y M C A directors and trustees are provided.
Pep Talk Sought At City Water Plant Conference
Commissioner Cleland urges the mayor to boost morale among contractors and engineers at the new city water plant project. A city commission session is held this afternoon after Cleland and Supt Quigley complained of fatigue from delays and excuses from workmen.
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Cleland
City
W. W. Cleland
L. A. Quigley
Taipley
Communication 4A Bird Pies For Bread to Birds
A reflective piece on sharing bread with birds and the quiet beauty of giving. It envisions families placing a plate on the table and each person offering crumbs to sparrows, recalling a sense of dominion and care for creatures.
Drummers To Help Knights of the Grip Aid Armenian Orphans
Kansas traveling salesmen pledge aid to Armenian orphans and ten million others, with 400000 orphans to be supported until spring, according to assurances from traveling men’s organizations in the state. Wichita is among the towns targeted for gospel relief work by the Knights of the Grip.
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Henry Wallenstein
Kansas
Knights of the Grip
Wichita
Kan
Village Daughter of Irish General Adopts French Village
Miss Norah Hackett daughter of an Irish general has announced the French government intends to adopt a war ruined village in the Oise department. She organized an ambulance unit with 18 automobiles and 24 girl drivers and has worked with the French army since near the war’s start. Every member of the unit has won the French Croix de Guerre.
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Norah Hackett
Oise
Hackett
Contractor delays threaten two year setback for new plant
Mr. Cleland cites the need for action from contractors and others to avoid a two year delay in opening the proposed new plant. He warns insufficient pace could push back the project timeline and urges prompt coordination.
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Cleland
City Commission OKs Public Health Forum Formation
Mayor George J. Kreeck won approval to appoint and organize a city health forum. The body will include the health and sanitation officers, building inspector, city public health nurse, and Salvation Army baby nurse from the free day nursery to advise the health department on measures to preserve public health.
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City Commission
Civy
George J. Kreeck
Health Department
Forend
City Health
Salvation Army
Free Day Nursery
City Sells Wood Saw After Commission Action
City officials sold the wood saw bought last winter for 225, receiving 210 from Commissioner Cleland who turned the payment to the treasurer. The device had been in use seven months and the city has exited the wood business.
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Cleland
Those Who Achieve Greatness By Busy Accomplishment
A reflection on greatness as a by product of focused action rather than self promotion. The quote emphasizes diligence in tasks that must be done and the neglect of personal glory.
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Indies
Glanvil
Royal Society
Christian Science Monitor
Largest Order of Merit Seen in the World
The French Legion of Honor stands as the largest order of merit with a little over five hundred thousand members, described as the planet’s biggest of its kind.
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French Legion of Honor
Regaining Self Respect and Self-Worth in a Community
A compact reflection on restoring self respect through esteem from others as a basis for personal growth and future character. The text frames respect as a foundation for becoming a better person and living up to an ideal.
Magis Tale and Face Powder at McCol joch's Drug Store
Readable ad snippet highlights Magis Tale and Face Powder with excellent cold cream available at McCol joch's Drug Store, signaling a local retail promotion.
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Magis
McColjoch’s
War Department casualty list corrections released
The corrections amend prior War Department casualty listings. Private Cecil E. Russell of Wamege is sick in hospital rather than killed in action. Corporal Chester Al Damon of Caldwell and Private Frank L. Ulrickson of Carneiie are wounded with undetermined degree. Privates Charles W. Blessman of Kansas City and Glenn Sweetland of Fairview are returned to duty after being previously listed as missing in action.
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War Department
Cecil E. Russell
Wamege
Chester al Damon
Caldwell
Frank L. Ulrickson
Carneiie
Charles W. Blessman
Kansas City
Glenn
Sweetland
Fairview
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