Big Money in Politics and the Chicago GOP Convention
A Chicago convention looms as Republican leaders face a costly race for the nomination. Wealthy donors back candidates like General Wood and Governor Lowden, while others such as Hoover and Johnson draw smaller, contested sums. The probe into campaign financing highlights heavy spending, with money flowing from California and other states, raising questions about integrity and influence.
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Chicago
Windy City
Wilson
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Mone
United States
Wood
Cincinnati
Lowden
Hoover
California
Hiram Johnson
Johnson
General Wood
Georgia
Missouri
Campaign money and independence in early 20th century race
The piece outlines spending by Palmer and rival candidates Wood McAdoo and Edwards for the presidential nominating contests. It notes Palmer funds from personal and colleague gifts, debunks liquor interest influence, and portrays Wood as the leading money figure. It also covers Armenia's precarious status and calls for watchful waiting in foreign policy.
Difference contrasts Gen Leonard Wood with republican norms
The piece argues Gen Leonard Wood could seize presidential nomination by marching on Chicago from Fort Sheridan. It warns that electing a soldier may invite military control, cites Mexico’s history of generals in power, and criticizes Wood as a physician who favors force to curb religious and personal freedoms and as a candidate backed by selfish Wall Street interests.
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Leonard Weed
Chicago
Fort Sheridan
Leonard Wood
Arkansas Gazette
United States
Mexico
Wood
Wople
Wall Street
Watchful Waiting Dispatch to New York Times
A dispatch from a newspaper correspondent describes a period of watchful waiting and cautious observation in unfolding events. The report notes limited action and ongoing uncertainty as officials monitor developments and await clearer signs of direction.
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New York Times
Corres
Seven Noted Antiquities and the Ancient Civilized Race
The article argues there existed a pre Indian civilization in America marked by large animal shaped mounds, geometric forms, and forts. It cites circular Ohio mounds over five thousand feet in circumference, containing copper utensils pottery and bones. It claims bones centuries old and mounds over two thousand years old show skilled metalwork and burial use, contrasting with nomadic Indian lifeways.
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Ohio
Bond's Liver Pills claim to drive colds and disease out of the system
Advertisement asserts Bond's Liver Pills cure iron colds and dizziness by cleansing the system of poisonous matter. It promises awakening feeling well after taking one pill at bedtime and lists a price of 25 cents at all druggists.
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Bond
Lost prehistoric mine race near Lake Superior sparks Egypt or Israel theories
Ancient Lake Superior mines yielded a eight ton copper mass on a platform. Researchers debate who built them and why the great race vanished. Theories range from lost Israelite tribes to Egyptian origins, with skulls resembling Egyptian forms but no certainty.
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Lake Superior Region
Israel
Egypt
Aerial Mail Service Extends London Paris Flights
The London Paris aerial mail service now operates two round trips daily, increasing mail throughput between the two capitals. The upgrade expands the route's frequency to serve more correspondence and parcels.
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London
Paris
Uncommon Sense by John Blake Who Proves Worth by Results
The piece argues that outcomes define strength not methods and contrasts athletes and philosophers Epictetus with wealth and literacy. It notes Lincoln’s Bible and Shakespeare as markers of education while emphasizing that the world cares about what you achieve.
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Abraham Lincoln
Shivar Mineral Water Promises Rheumatism Cure
Advertisement notes Shivar Mineral Water as a complete remedy for rheumatism with a money back guarantee. Claims a pleasant taste and affordable price. Offers delivery through Monroe agents from Monroe Grocer Co.
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Monroe
Monroe Grocer
Training and work ethic trump diplomas in getting a job
The text argues that employers care about what you can do, not your training or diplomas. Private, practical skill matters more than hours spent on Latin or psychology, and a cheaper, better solution to a problem wins a paying job.
Domestic films top popularity with thrillers and comedies
Inquiries show motion pictures of domestic interest lead the box office with thrillers and comedies favored. Strong emphasis on entertainment demand and audience preferences across genres.
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S and Place
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