The Army Size Debate and American Militarism
The House fixes the army at 150000, Weeks pushes to 175000 with 25000 margin. The piece argues against militarism yet supports a robust, efficient, confined force as a nonaggressive national nucleus for emergencies. It cautions against swashbuckling hierarchy and urges a peace-oriented businesslike army.
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House of Representatives
Secretary of War
Weeks
United States
Germany
America
United States Army
The Way a Chief Justice Worked
A reminiscence recalls Chief Justice Edward Douglass White's routine. He walked to and from the courthouse, then at home he studied in his library, returning to the court for morning arguments and evening sessions. The account notes his disciplined daily rhythm and commitment to work.
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Edward Douglass White
The
United States
Washington
Public servant's duty and unconquerable work ethic praised
Judge White described waking at 4 AM to study records before conference and stressed that the obligation to duty is supreme for a conscientious public servant, a reward greater than any monetary prize.
Better Times Coming as Harding Sees Recovery in Midwestern South
Governor Harding of the Federal Reserve Board finishes a two week survey of the Middle West and South reporting optimism and signs of revival. He toured Illinois Missouri Kansas Oklahoma Arkansas Tennessee and Alabama noting farm activity ample land use and rising credit. He cites improved conditions for agriculture and industry and expects a favorable crop season with banks ready to extend Liberal credits.
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Harding
Federal Reserve Board
Middle West
South
Illinois
Missouri
Kansas
Oklahoma
Arkansas
Tennessee
Alabama
Topeka
War Finance Corporation
Federal Loan Banks
Federal Reserve
A Driver's Rights and Pedestrian Courtesy
City authorities tighten traffic rules to cut deaths but risk overregulation. The piece argues cars share crossings with pedestrians and urges pedestrians to respect motorists, noting drivers must stop even at unnecessary delays and that harsh penalties may harm reasonable behavior.
Courtesy and Decorum in Law's Protection
The Alexandria Town Talk urges the public to recognize others rights and act with common courtesy to avoid injury, stressing personal responsibility within legal protections.
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Alexandria
Germany’s Realization After War Ends in 1921
The piece argues that Germany finally accepted defeat as of May 10, 1921, calling for disarmament and accountability for war damages. It notes Germany’s industries and farms were intact but owed heavy costs to France, England, and Belgium, and warns of a long road to regain confidence and respect.
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Germany
Berlin
East Prussia
Potsdam
France
England
Germany’s path to peace and economic reform after the war
The New York Times argues Germany must balance its budget and raise taxes, stabilize finances, and leverage rail fares. It calls for hard work, tax pain, and drastic economic measures while rejecting old regimes and revenge. If Germany shows genuine peaceable intent, it could regain an international standing.
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France
England
Germany
New York Times
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