Partisans Not Patriots Attack on the League of Nations
A critical editorial argues Republican Senators oppose the League of Nations to blunt Woodrow Wilson's influence. It asserts their stance is partisan rather than principled, claiming they fear public backlash and seek to humiliate Wilson rather than defeat the treaty on merits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gilasad Shetia
Great Britain
Germany
Wilson
Japan
Mexico
League of Nations
Woodrow Wilson
United States
Borth
Treaty
League
Births, deaths, and social notes from Madison area
Notices report a birth to Mr and Mrs Charles Imel of Fulton a daughter in Madison and a Mary Jacobe granted a $12 monthly pension. Also a birth to Mr and Mrs Charles Copeland and visits by Abe Hoffstadt in town. St Patrick church plans a supper and public invite for August 12 with gate opening at 6 pm. Captain Ald Varonsdel attends a funeral in Gary Indiana for nephew MacCoy aged 38. A fashion description follows with period styles and accessories.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Imel
Fulton
Mary Jacobe
Edwin Hybord
Trim Tlton
Ohio
Robert Jennewine
Jenewine
St. Patrick Church
North Madison
Wall Pice
Prente
Walnut Grove
Puesdas
St. Patrick Chapel
French Premier Clemenceau Wins Vote to Sign Peace Treaty
Premier Clemenceau and allied leaders prepare to sign the peace treaty after votes in Congress. Diplomatic discussions and Sonar Law influence shape the final approval as the alliance eyes a postwar settlement.
Private Ulysses E. Ricketts Remembered As War Hero
Madison residents mourn Private Ulysses E Ricketts who died of wounds in action near Soissons on June 21. He enlisted in 1916 and served with American forces overseas after June 1917. He is survived by parents Mr and Mrs Charles Ricketts five sisters and one brother. Government life insurance and Prudential policy were held. The family receives community sympathy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vate Ulyses
Eo Ricketts
Soissons
Mer
Ricketts
War Department
Switzerlied
Madison
Leonard McClellan
France
Tempest
Gertrude
Myrtle
Hildred
Raymond
Prudential Insurance Company
Navy Enlistments Reduced to Two Years
Postmaster John B. Lawler reports a July act of Congress authorizes two year Navy enlistments. Call at the post office for details and information. Included in an Indiana Highway Commission contract is a section of the Cincinnati and Evansville main market highway at Seymour as part of the Seymour and Madison road.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John B. Lawler
U. S. Navy
Indianapolis
U.S. Navy
Indiana Highway Commission
Cincinnati and
Evansville
Seymour
Seymour and
Madison Road
Moonlight Excursion Steamer Delights East St Louis Crowd
An East St Louis moonlight excursion to Louisville and Carrollton last night drew a large crowd aboard the steamer. Report says passengers enjoyed excellent dance music and a lively onboard atmosphere with the return trip planned for tonight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Louis
Louieville
Bio-Feren Promises Quick Nerve Boost For All
An ad touts Bio-Feren as a cure for nervous exhaustion and tiredness caused by tobacco or alcohol overindulgence. It claims two tablets after each meal and one at night for seven days will double energy and sharpen mind, with a money back guarantee if not improved. It targets men and women feeling weak, anemic, or run down and promises nationwide druggist availability.
Fascinating Teeth Promises Quick, Cheap Toothpaste Cure
A vintage ad touts SENRECO TOOTIST PASTE as the fastest way to white teeth and healthy gums. The copy claims it removes film, helps check pyorrhea, banishes mouth acidity, and is used by thousands of dentists. It urges readers to visit a dentist twice yearly.
Auto-Horse Arrives for Western Fire Company No. 3
Western Fire Company No 3 receives an autohorse from St Louis for use with their engine. The machine, similar to the Louisville model, is expected to operate up to 25 miles per hour. A factory representative will visit tomorrow to ready the unit for immediate service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Doe Autohorse
Miadison Wagon & Carria Works
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United States Senate
Roosevelt
Taft
Lodge
Koonsud Fie Follette
Liha Root
Doaseph Ki. Choate
Whitelaw Reid
John Thay
Nicholas Murray Butler
Ttas
Boas
Republe
Presson
Dade
Choat Brathan
Garret Baathen
Knox
Borah
Norris
Nebraska
China
Harding
Phiri Johnson
Harry
Sherman
Ilinois
Jim Reed
Missouri
Horn
Charles Copeland
North Watlin Street
Abe Hoffstadt
Lousville
Ole Friends
Elmer Ebscott
Edwin Memel
Cincinnath
Ald
Varnosdel
Colaminn Teo
MacCoy
Gary
Ind
Vette
Aus Ariest
Tle Waeia
Neathess
Cape Callar Ower
Vetone
Rosturdy
Waeyss
Private Ulysses E. Ricketts
Charles Ricketts
North
Walnut Street
Pri
Navy
John Weller
East Ooucue
Western Fire Company No. 3
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