Berger Stripped of Seat Amid Party Split Talk
In a reflection on efficiency and virtue, the Milwaukee congressman Victor Berger is again denied a seat by Congress. The piece argues the supposed WilsonBryan split is a Republican fantasy and mocks party leadership, noting Bryan would join Lodge on a bandwagon if he chose, calling him a fading figure alongside Lodge.
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Congress
Victor Berger
Milwaukee
Berger
Wilson
W. J. Bry
Bryan
Washington
Lodge
Mr. Lodge
President Wilson and the peace treaty debate
The piece argues Wilson's stance on the Peace Treaty and the League covenant, opposing Lodge reservations. It asserts the nation’s majority backs the League against Lodge opposition, urging a public referendum to determine the nation's long term stance, warning that repudiation would be disastrous.
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Wilson
League of Nations
Senate
United States
Two Party Cleavage Emerges Between Conservatives and Liberals
A historical analysis argues party lines in Congress have shown two factions within both Democrats and Republicans. It notes a shift toward conservative and liberal wings, predicting the era when labels Democratic and Republican fade in favor of these ideological groups.
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Wilson
Tariff Board
Congress
Fragmentary line prompts a cautious public notice
A damaged OCR fragment hints at a public gathering or banquet with unclear details. No definite names, dates, or places are readable. The text mentions danger or peril and a vague appeal to courage, but specifics are missing.
Rhode Island Stands Unterrified Over Prohibition War
Rhode Island resists the liquor fight with a fierce, independent stance. The piece mocks larger states while praising Rhode Island for not bowing to the 18th Amendment, noting secession talk and court disputes over prohibition. A mix of humor and admiration marks the editorial tone as it recounts the island’s stubborn stance.
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Rhode Istland
Rhedlel Tslard
United States
Lancaster Examiner
Rhode
Hout Brewing Company
Sis
United States Supreme Court
The Lost Bell Chord and Forgotten Sleighbells Reflections
An fragmentary essay blends Poe's The Bells with memories of sleigh rides and winter scenes. It laments the loss of sleighbells, notes quiet horse-drawn scenes, and contrasts with modern autos. The piece drifts into historical political notes about senators, canal ship statistics, and National Guard figures.
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Coudersport Journal
Edgar Allan Poe
Luelly Forest
Eldred to Larabee Road Concrete Pavement Bids Sought
State Capitol will accept proposals until 10 a.m. January 27 1920 for 14500 feet of 18 inch wide concrete pavement in Eldred township McKean County route 210 from Eldred to Larabee. Plans include a future extension toward Farmers Valley and connections to the Smethport Bradford road with further paving to Olean and Dufty town, linking river valley roads.
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Eldred-Larabee
State Capitol
Eldred
Kean County
Utter Shoro
Larabee
Farmers Valley
Smethport-Bradford
Thia
Olean
Duifytown
Son
Onfe
State Fine
Nlinnport
Portville
Vaidenis
License Required Sell Near Beer In Pennsylvania
Hacksburg Jan 9 The sale of near beer and other beverages containing any alcohol is illegal in Pennsylvania without a license under the Brules Act according to a decision by Attorney General Shatter today.
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Hacksburg
Jan
Pennsylvania
Shatter
Wanted Couple Seeks Board and Work Details
A terse notice seeks a man and wife with no children. The man works in a factory and wears a work uniform. they seek boarding arrangements. Names appear as John A. Cla and Sereernt, Pa, with unclear spelling and partial addresses.
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John A. Clain
Sereernt
Per Capita Money Wealth Reported by Federal Reserve
The Federal Reserve Board notes the nation holds $315,409,000,000 in circulation and reserves, equating to about $47.28 per person in total money wealth across the country. This figure combines currency in use, holdings by the Treasury, and deposits at the Federal Reserve.
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Federal Reserve Board
Federal Reserve
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