Senator Poindexter Opposes League of Nations
The Spokane banker T. H. Brewer requested Miles Poindexter's view on the proposed league of nations. Poindexter argues against a global government with enforcement powers, warning it would end U.S. independence and could force immigration, tariff, and citizenship policies. He cites historical wars and distrust of international bankers, urging Americans to rely on themselves rather than a world body.
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T. H. Brewer
Fidelity National Bank of
Spokane
League of Nations
Miles Poindexter
Washington
Wilson
United States
Valley Forge
Pacific
Japan
League
Pullman College Measures Expand Winter Mechanics Courses
Pullman College adds blacksmithing to its winter courses in mechanical engineering starting January 6, with six weeks of study including forge work, tool care, welding, and tempering. A two week session on steam and gasoline engines joins other modules such as carburetors, auto engine repair, chassis work, and tractor mechanics.
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College of Mechanic Arts and Engineering
State College
Winter School of Mechanics
German Propaganda At Work In American Dye Industry
The article argues that American dye stuffs match German dyes in strength shade solubility and fastness. It recounts wartime shortages and cheap colors that damaged trust. American manufacturers now assure the public that American dyes are reliable and the worst of the supply issues is over.
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America
Sing-Song
Veterans Reject a New Order and Call for Lawful Service
Soldiers and sailors express strong opinions against the so called new order of society and industry while waving the red flag. Men who served on the western front vow to return to a country where all men must serve law and order in word and deed.
German Arrogance Still Fuels War Spirit
The article argues that German arrogance remains among the military elite despite a broken war machine. It warns that these officers will keep the war spirit alive, smoldering, and pass it to the next generation.
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Germany
Old Papers for Sale at Echo Offices
Old papers for sale 25 cents per hundred. Useful for packing wrapping cleaning and making fires. Call at Echo offices.
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Echo Offices
Country First Loyalty Debate for Labor Leaders contrast with country
A editorial piece rails against Labor Union loyalty to leaders and argues country first. It condemns autocratic tendencies and stresses government and constitutional alignment over union self interest. It notes calls for price controls while resisting wage cuts.
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America
Bolshevism Criticized by Dutch Minister in Petrograd
The Dutch minister in Petrograd denounces bolshevism as civilization’s end and accuses Bolshevik rule of high wages for no work, theft of property, and no taxation. He laments unemployment, widespread corruption, tyranny, and a future ruined Russia if the system persists.
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Petrograd
Russia
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