Constitution Day Reflection On Founding and Liberty
The article recalls Constitution Day noting 1787 in Philadelphia as the birth of a fair and honest framework. It highlights early struggles to pay debts, pay tribute, and build national finance under Hamilton and Morris while praising the Constitution as impartial and enduring for America and the world. It contrasts American ideals with Russia’s potential future governance.
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United States
England
Holand
Portugal
Denmark
Washington
Franklin
Randolph
Madison
Mamilton
Robert Morris
Philadelphia
Independence ‘Hall
Hamilton
America
Russia
Constitution Day and Citizen Rights in American Life
The text argues that weakness in society stems from non enforcement of guaranteed rights rather than constitutional provisions. It urges making a fixed national day to study the Constitution so all ages become familiar with its aims, protecting the nation from dangerous, deceptive figures masquerading as leaders. The author emphasizes the enduring value of the Constitution as a landmark document.
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United States
Paris Traffic Observed By Americans Without Police
The article notes Paris traffic runs without police as drivers speak in gestures and drive slowly. It contrasts with Kansas City where lax enforcement could create congestion at busy corners. It also discusses Emma Goldman’s deportation threat and her stance on citizenship and law.
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Lawrence
Tavis
Paris
Kansas City
President links League of Nations to Chinese problem
The President asserts the League would resolve the Chinese issue while warning that claiming it would end the Irish problem would exhaust credulity.
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League of Nations
American Escapes Bond Break in Mexico for Six Thousand
A report notes the first break in the N C L occurred in Mexico as an American gained freedom this week for $6,000. It compares to a month ago when the cost stood at $7,510.
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Mexico
Fifty Years Ago Lawrence House Board Price Stays Low
A historical note recalls the Lawrence House commendably keeping board rates unchanged during a state fair in Lawrence. The item also mentions cattle trade along the Texas Abilene trail with drovers selling cattle and calves cheaply, Ottawa Franklin County fair, Abilene incorporation, a Shawnee picnic near Eudora, wood prices rising, coal orders, and a local store ad touting a wide electric bulbs stock.
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Lawrence
Texas
Wichita
Abilene
Union Pacific Railway
Franklin
Ottawa
Eudora
Sputtering Reflections on Times and Tides
A collage of notes on court cases, sports pledges, and political chatter. It mentions University sport pages, a town famous for its white asses, President Wilson in Los Angeles, and critiques of education and government food programs with remarks on government money and treasury cash.
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Topeka
Wilson
Los Angeles
Today’s anniversaries list 18th-20th century figures
The record recalls William Gaston born 1773 first Roman Catholic NC judge who died in Raleigh in 1844. It notes Tarah Sydenham 1811 governor general of Canada died from fork jaw after a fall. Also mentions 1844 Daniel Webster mass Whig convention in Boston and 1901 Cobra torpedo boat sunk with 67 killed.
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William Gaston
North Carolina Supreme Court
New Tern
N.C
Raleigh
Tarah Sydenham
Canada
Faeland
Daniel Webster
Whig Party
Boston
Lancashire
Termonde
Belguum
Transylvania
Germany
Sweater coats priced from $1 to $8.50
Abe Wolfson advertises sweater coats with prices ranging from one dollar to eight dollars and fifty cents at his Massachusetts address, inviting shoppers to visit.
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Abe Wolfson
Today’s Birthdays Highlight Military and Political Figures
Brig Gen Hugh A Drum chief of staff of the first American field army is born at Fort Brady Michigan 40 years ago today. Brig Gen George M Harris commanded the American base at Brest born in South Wales 52 years ago today. Lord Leverhulme celebrated English soap manufacturer and philanthropist born 68 years ago today. Key Pittman United States senator from Nevada born at Vicksburg Mississippi 47 years ago today. George W Wickersham attorney general in the Taft cabinet born in Pittsburgh 61 years ago today. Jayesona L P Mefnnis first baseman of the Boston American League team born at Gloucester Massachusetts 29 years ago today. An important annual convention by the National Petroleum Association begins today at Atlantic City.
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Hugh A. Drum
Fort Brady
Mich
George M. Harris
Taft Cabiet
Pittsburgh
Jayesona LP
Mefnnis
Boston American League
Gloucester
Mass
High School Notes Mark Start Of Year Activities
The High School opens its year with the W. C. A meeting in the assembly room led by Hope Selig on the theme Do You Know. Donald Gould heads the freshman ticket, all four classes have candidates, and petitions for election are due Friday.
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Donald Gould
School Board of Elections
Dramatic Club
Miss Harper
Frankfort Resident Praises Wiedemann After His Death
A Frankfort Michigan reader thanks Mr Simons for a fine editorial honoring Mr Wiedemann. The letter expresses high regard for Wiedemann, notes his positive impact as a neighbor, and says his death troubled the neighborhood and city.
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WM. Wiedema
Frankfort
Mich
Mr. Simons
Mr. Wiedemann
Sunshine a Score of Re rere quality in Johnstone operetta
Special notice describes Alexander Johnstone's tuncial operetta Sunshine with Johnstone as composer director and producer. Richard Carle leads the company with Caroline Andrews Jeanne Mann and others supported by the Murdock brothers. Libretto by William Carey Duncan features a Southern Spain setting with a lively cast and a twenty musician symphony orchestra.
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Pichuré Carie
Caroline Andrews
Jennne Mann
Marie Fanchonelt
Leand Slater
David Quixano
John J. Ward
Milton Dawson
Harry Kenneth
Phillip McDermott
Murdock Brothers
William Carey Duncan
Mr. Johnstone
Spain
Winter Garden
Jcalrist
Johnstone
Carle
Mr. Carle
Studebaker Theatre
Chicago
War Front Updates From One Year Ago Today
One year ago today in Frereh forces reached within two miles of St. Quentin. Serbs in Macedonia broke Qulgar defenses along a 25 mile front. General Allenby’s Turkish forces were routed in Palestine by Trritich’s advance.
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Frereh
Point
St. Quentin
Macedonia
Qulgar
Trritich
Allenby
Palestine
School adds volumes and better library resources
A 1919 report notes 1786 volumes before September with summer additions of novels plays and history works for English and history departments. Miss Lear assists in Latin with two classes Miss Burseac has one English classes devote most time to spelling and every student to master word lists before report cards.
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Mullinix
McKinley Warren
Fowler
Veda Lear
Burseac
How Much Tobacco Will My Heart Stand
An advertisement touts Nicotol tablets as a cure for tobacco addiction. It claims quitting is easier with Nicotol and includes endorsements from Dr Canner of Johns Hopkins and leading druggists. The notice promises money-back refunds for dissatisfied customers and urges readers to try the product to reduce tobacco urges within days.
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Sarah F.germond
Philmont, N.Y
C. L. Hood Co
Lawell
Masa
Tibet
Athens
Canner
Johns Hopkins
Nicovot
Ame
Am Tron
Brug
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