Debating tariff policy and political critique in 1916 discourse
A long column critiques the old fashioned protective tariff, contrasts Wilson, Underwood and Payne Aldrich, and argues Hughes should support Democrats while warning of corruption and foreign policy failures. The piece shifts to a public notice for a mortgage sale in Wright County Missouri, detailing tract descriptions and the time and place of sale by Sheriff Walter J. Crear.
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Mr. Hughes
Louisiama
Carolina
Hughes
Ftv
Wilson
Underwood
Avery
America
United States
Alpa
Wright County
Hartville
Missouri
W. O. Shembart
Mary
J. Clark
Towit
Walter J. Crear
Soldier status and exam results at Jefferson Barracks
A.B Grantham has returned from Jefferson Barracks unable to join the army due to ear trouble. He reports Joye Dugan passed a satisfactory examination and is now a full fledged soldier.
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Grantham
Jefferson Barracks
Joye Dugan
Is Your Name Here On Our Subscription List
The Norwood Press list has been added to the Mirror list expanding our reader base. Names include Mrs. Rinda Brazeal Mansfield, Elmer Foge Mansfield, Aga Wade Mansfield, Dr W S Calhoun Norward, A Houehin Jefferson City, reflecting our thank you for cash on subscription since last report.
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Rinda Brazeal
Mansfield
Elmer Foge
Aga Wade
Calhoun
Norwand
A. Houehin
Jefferson City
Norwood Press
Mirror
Lipton Corkscrews Sink More Than Cork Jackets
Thomas Lipton faces a sharp jab about corkscrews outpacing cork jackets in saving lives, reflecting a witty critique of maritime safety gear and Lipton’s beverage branding in a playful historical note.
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Thomas Lipton
Labor efficiency rises as Prohibition bites in Seattle
Seattle employers report a 50 percent higher labor efficiency since Prohibition. Lumber and fish industries feel the impact most, with some firms banning drinkers and others noting little change. Many business leaders say sobriety boosts morale and productivity, while railroads cite risks to mental and physical power. This reflects a broader shift where sober, steady workers are essential to employment.
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Seattle
Aliny
Valuais
St. Josep
United States Promoting Prosperity Through Russia Loan
The Patriot Phalanx argues if Russia’s vodka ban and war end promote prosperity, why not apply similar policy at home. It notes Samuel McRoberts of National City Bank returned from a Russian trip where he arranged a 54 million dollar loan and spent two months studying conditions. The piece questions U.S. prohibition and Missouri prospects.
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Russia
U.S. A
Samuel McRoberts
National City Bank
New York
McRoberts
Indianapolia Star
United States
Volka
Woodmen Stand Against Liquor Across Head Camps
Modern Woodmen of America delegates from Head Camps condemn liquor manufacture and sale. Members who engage in making or selling intoxicating beverages are barred from membership, and those who drink to excess cannot retain membership. The union links liquor to moral decline and national harms to health and prosperity.
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America
Missouri Vote on 1916 Amendment 3 Dry Ordinance
A pledge to pass statewide prohibition in 1916 is urged with a rallying call to vote Yea on Amendment No. 3 on November 7, 1916. The message frames the issue as essential progress and public welfare.
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Missouri
The Truth About Beer From Dr Charles Gilbert Davis
The text presents a physician’s critique of beer, claiming it harms humanity more than other alcohol. It argues beer is insidious, deceptive, and marketed as lower alcohol, appealing to those who fear the label of intemperance.
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Charles Gibert Davia
M. Bb
Chicago
Alcohol in Heat's Ally
Chicago doctors at the county hospital conclude 08 percent of heat prostration cases stem from alcohol. Dr Karl Meyer and Dr Harry Ginuss report on 155 hot weather cases, noting that a heat case without an alcohol breath is rare.
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Chicago
Karl Meyer
Harry Ginuss
Meyer
New York Times Wields Patience on Public Revenue Debate
The New York Times reports growing impatience with calls to widen public revenue through reduced manufacture and sale of intoxicants. Critics label such talk foolish and vicious, declaring the license system doomed amid evolving ethics and shifting needs.
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New York
The
New York Times
Zlea Herald
Prohibition ruins rock pile industry and sober conduct
A reader from Denver cites a Rocky Mountain News excerpt noting the county jail rock pile tradition since prohibition to supply rock for roads. It laments the loss of inmate work, claims prohibition wrecks industry, and quotes military and civilian officials on drunkenness as a social vice and its harms.
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Frederic W. Taylor
Denver
Rocky Mountain News
Jal Haa
Colorado
Munter
Collier's Weekly
Prohibition Debate Shapes Ballot Position
The paper notes diverse prohibition factions ready to back the proposed amendment on the ballot despite initial opposition by the W T U and Anti Saloon League who favor legislative action. It argues true proponents will push for adoption regardless of excuses and obstacles.
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Anti-Saloon League
Iptan
Aurora Nally
Colorado's dry law cuts parole violations says official
J I Chenault parole officer at Colorado penitentiary claims prohibition reduced crime and parole violations since the state went dry last January. In Kansas City to see two escaped prisoners, he notes fewer repenters and argues prison officials prefer the dry era over the old wet days.
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Colorado
J. I.chenault
Chienlis
Kansas City
Hts
Kansas City Star
Cardinal Gibbons and the curse of intemperance proclaimed
The piece portrays intemperance as a brutal tyrant worse than strikes or war, devastating workers families. It claims it starves hungry children, corrupts youth, robs homes, and erodes faith, presenting a stark moral indictment attributed to Cardinal Gibbons.
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Cardinal Gibbons
Not Uncommon 1916 Vote on Amendment No. 3
The Washington Star quotes Uncle Eben on clouding worries and notes the 1916 context urging support for Amendment No. 3. It urges voters to choose "Yee" on November 7, 1916, and mentions making fdia gouri dry.
Robert W. Chambers as Target of Harsh Critique
A fragmentary note accuses Robert W. Chambers with harsh terms including alcohol, parasite, forger, thief, panderer, brutalizer and murderer. The text shows no coherent argument or context and lacks dates or locations.
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Robert W. Chambers
Lord Bacon on Intemperance and Humanity
A reflective note asserts that all crime cannot destroy humanity or property as effectively as intemperance. It emphasizes the wide harm caused by drunkenness and its impact on society and individuals. The statement presents a moral argument for temperance and restraint.
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Lord Bacon
Earth
St Louis Traveling Man on Prohibition Impact
A St Louis traveling man writes to the Republic editor, noting perceptions of Prohibition and liquor in Missouri. He argues the liquor issue affects St Louis and the state, highlighting how towns he visits often sell no liquor legally and suggesting prohibition may be needed to “save” St Louis amid regional trends.
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The
Republic
Tate
St. Louis
Bontliwest
Louis
Community Notes From Douglas County Fair and Nearby Visits
The L D S Elders stopped at Ohio jury events and a chess hire jest in Michigan. Clayton Parker visits home in Douglas County Farmery gathering corn and feed for winter. Mrs Carter of Seymour visited Mrs Hire during the fair. L M Codwell returns from Kansas and Oklahoma after six months, still sharp at horseshoes. T J Youn and Kathleen Williams play, Moutray missed. A L Parker worked for A J Wilfler. I J Young a Macomb visitor Tuesday. Parker has been working for TJ Young the past week. MOHEA
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Kanaay
Oklahoma
T.J. Youn
Khethleen Williams
J M.moutray
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the Prone
Dix
Middle Department
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Uncle Eben
Washington Star
Prohibition
Cheney
White House
Opera House
Community Lyceum Bureau
Parent-Teacher Association
Cocoanut Grove
L. D.S
Oh, Jury's
Chess
Michigan
Clayton Parker
Douglas County
Farmemare
A.L. Parker
A. J. Wilfler
I.J. Young
Cayton Parker
TJ. Young
Mohea
U. S
James A. Reed
Springfield
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