Who’s Who Junket on Trans Pacific Congressional Trip
A Yan Pacific union prompted a congressional junket aboard the army transport Great Northern on July 5 from San Francisco to study trade in Hawaii the Philippines China Japan and Korea. Initially over 200 names were listed but many declined amid expense concerns and criticism. The voyage included elaborate official visits and banquets with press access later barred. the party sailed with the state secret undivulged.
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Wipe
Yan-Pacific Union
Congress
Great Northern
San Francisco
Randall
California
Uncle Sam
Hawaii
Philippines
China
Japan
Korea
Shanghai
Nanking
Peking
Mukden
Soldiers Bonus Legislation Fails to Clear Congress
Congress faces dim prospects for the soldiers bonus as party platforms avoid endorsing cash or adjusted compensation. The House bill awaits in the Senate Finance Committee, with President Wilson likely to veto if it advances. American Legion leaders plan continued pressure to push a floor vote.
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Congress
House
Senate Committee On Finance
American Legion
Senate
Wilson
Secretary of the
Treasury Houston
Ways and Means
San Francisco
Chicago
You May Now Do Business With Russians
NCLE Sam lifts the bank on trade with Soviet Russia allowing Americans to sell goods to Russians with no legal protection. Passports may be issued for representatives to travel to Russia, but shipments face restrictions including no parcel post and no mail. Cooperative societies, numbering 20,000,000 members, would handle resumed trade, while war items remain restricted.
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Ncle Sam
Russia
United States
Moscow
Lenin and Trotzky
Uncle Sam Insurance Agency Reports Wartime Totals
The Bureau of War Risk Insurance summary shows Marine and Seamen division total business of 2,487,918,351 with premiums 47,585,880 and claims 29,118,387. Allotment division approved 2,090,893 claims totaling 555,815,811. Insurance division wrote 4,631,093 policies worth 40,284,892,500 with major death and disability claims. Medical division treated 452,609 patients and oversaw 54,799 hospital admissions.
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Marine and Seamen's Insurance Division
Everett Scott Bostons Shortstop Sets Streak Record
The photograph shows Freret Scott of the Boston Red Sox stopping hot grounders as he extends his consecutive games streak to 579. He surpassed Ludern of the Philadelphia Nationals with 583 and traces the record back to George Pinckney of 1885. Scott, a Bluffton, Indiana youth, began in 1909 with Kokomo and joined the Red Sox as a regular in 1914.
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Freret Scott
Boston Red Sox
Scott
Cleveland
Luderns
Philadelphia Nationals
George Pinckney
Brooklyn
Bluffton Ind
Kokomo
O. FP
St. Paul American Association
Mays Denies Beaner Claim Asks Fair Play Shield
Manager Ka Barrow defends Carl Mays against beaning accusations saying the Red Sox pitcher is a good fellow who would not attempt to hit a batsman. He compares Mays to Walter Johnson and asserts no unsportsmanlike or cowardly conduct.
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Barrow
Red Sox
Carl Mays
Ka Barrow
Carl
Mays
Walter Johnson
Johnson
Full of quick answers at the Polo Grounds
Bill Dahlen a top class shortstop of his day works at the Polo grounds. He was known for speed in the field and a sharp bat. After Billy Gilbert delayed reaching second base Dahlen urged him to tell McGraw rather than the inning.
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Bill Dahlen
Polo Grounds
Dahlen
Billy Gilbert
Gilbert
McGraw
Debates Over Hills Island Prisoner Ross Destined for Deportation
The United States and Great Britain clash over the case of MacGregor Ross, an IWW figure accused of being an undesirable alien. Officials conflict on his birthplace and nationality as Ross faces deportation after Ellis Island processing and a Post ordered review.
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MacGregor Ross
United States
Great Britain
Hills Island
England
Scotland
Noss
Industrial Workers of the World
Pacific Coast
Ban Es
Seat
Te Itoss
Elis Island
Stoss
Bowery
Pennsylvania
Louis F. Post
Ross
Ellis Island
Seattle
Reds Depend On Groh In Coming Campaign
Weinle Groh is one of the men the Cincinnati club will bank on as they pursue the flag this season. Fleinie starred in last year’s feol ball and helped the Reds to success in 1919. The Reds show fine form early and should stay near the top. Heinie will strive to keep them in the running.
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Weinle Groh
Cincinnatis
Fleinie
Reds
Heinie
Teds
Baseball gossip and moves across leagues and teams
A flurry of baseball transactions and speculation from across leagues. Atlanta reclaiming Joe Guyon on waivers, Roy Saunders sent to Joplin, and Umpire fined $300. Players changing clubs include Claude Derrick to Toledo, Red Donovan leaving for independent ball, and Pat Martin arriving at Buffalo. Futures and coaching notes feature Arthur Sletcher boomed for Phillies and Johnny Mitchell praised in Vernon.
Crowds sought as Pacific International league officials probe local hangouts
League managers question where town residents spend time amid sparse ball park attendance. They compare notes on venues and habits to boost interest and turnout for upcoming games.
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Pacific Interntonal League
Page Doctor Pep Blames Fournier for Dodgers Slump
Los Angeles fans attribute the team absence of pep to Jack Fournier the scrappy Frenchman now used at first base for the Curds.
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Los Angeles
Jack Fournier
Boxer Hugh Walker Praised as Nelson Equal in Ring Battles
Hugh Walker heavyweight boxer touring the circuits is hailed as the equal or possibly superior to Battling Nelson in absorbing punishment. The claim frames Walker as a prominent challenger in the rival boxing scene.
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Nelson
Hugh Walker
Coust
Cubs Lead Off Man Rated One of Best
Chicago outfielder Max Flack is hailed as one of the best lead off men in the Cubs lineup He combines steady hitting speed and patience to wait out pitchers His head start at first base and bunting skill make him a puzzle for opponents and a key in Mitchells batting order move that boosted run production.
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CUBS
Chicago
Max Flack
Chicago News
Mitchell
Joe Tinker
Flack
Tinker
Manaper
Plack
Notes of Sport From 100 Years Ago and Beyond
A collage notes early U S sport it mentions New York billiard rooms 100 years ago Harvard Yale rowing since 1852 West Virginia University wrestling as a major sport nine athletic instructors at WVU Minnesota plans Yale Bowl style football stadium Norman Ross boxing fame and Havana Oriental Park horse racing start Thanksgiving day Stamford Bridge British amateur results Princeton athletes shine coast fans boxing bill in Texas WVU nine more athletic staff Chicago public schools plan similar to NYC with 200 play grounds Billiard champion Hoppe cites four essentials for good play.
Love on Thin Ice and Coombs Predict Yankees Lead
The poemlike note suggests Sim Love, a beanpole twirler who trained with the Detroit Tigers this spring, is under scrutiny with Seais. Jack Coombs, a bracer of the Tigers, bets the Yankees will hold a ten game edge in October.
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Love
Sim" Love
Bean Pole
Detroit Tgers
Seais
Coombs
Jack Coombs
Tigers
Yanks
Giants Send Lear South
Fred Wear utility infielder released by New York Giants to join San Antonio in the Texas league for a midseason roster move.
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Giants
Lear
Fred Wear
San Antonio
Yanks Pay 5000 for Busher
Ray French the Des Moines Western league shortstop is sold to the New York Americans for 5000 dollars.
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Yanks
Busher
Ray French
The
Des Mines
New York Americans
Branch Rickey Adds Ohio Lefty Kime to Roster
Branch Rickey signs University of Ohio pitcher lefty Kime to his string and expresses belief in college men joining the roster.
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Adde
Branch Rickey
Lefty Kime
University of Ohio
Rickey
Mack Gets College First Sacker
Jey Jones the Harvard first baseman agrees to join the Philadelphia Athletics. Kentucky University plans a modern concrete stadium to be built in five sections over five years.
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Mack
Jey Jones
Harvard University
Philadelphia Athletics
University of Kentucky
Iowa Farm News Highlights and Local Obituaries
Wide range of agricultural notes from Iowa towns including Amos, Redfield, Charles City, Mount Ayr, and Logan. Entries cover corn contest entries, farm yields, land reclamation, farm accidents, obituaries, political events, faculty appointments, and state school funding. Notable items include 130 plus farmers in a corn contest, Raber death in Dallas county, and new Iowa University faculty appointments.
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Iowa
Amos
C. E. Raber
Dallas County
Redfield
Charles City
Mount Ayr
Clark Milligat
Reasoner
N.R. Kennedy
Waterloo
John Hughes
Cedar Rapids
Prank Yocum
Logan
Mary Bowerbank
Adams County
Nevinville
Nate Kendall
Albia
Des Moines
J. W. R. Hilgert
Iowa University
Cornell University
Violet Blakely
Ft. Dodge
Iowa River
Iowa City
Cass County
American Legion
Newton Shipping Association
John Myers
Marshalltown
Ed J. Tetts
Roland
the Park Hospital
Mason City
George Johnson Wesley
Ford
Jake Eggers
Preston
Black Hawk County
Farm Bureau
W. J. Carmichael
West van Buren Street
Chicago
Adam Middleton
Eagle Grove
State Farm Bureau
Canada
John Faulkner
Corydon
Alfred Burt
Council Bluffs
Burt
Missouri Valley
Francis Sherrell
Dubuque
Frank Smith
Order of Odd Fellows
Patriarchs
Clear Lake
Newton High School
Smith- Hughes
Andrew Paulson
Kellogg
Edna Township
William W. Leslie
Mary Elizabeth Leslie
Maryville
The Only Paradise Recollections Quote by Richter
A brief quotation notes that paradise is the only refuge from expulsion, attributed to Richter. The line frames paradise as an unyielding, inalienable comfort that cannot be removed. A reflective observation on belonging and solace.
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Richter
Sting Into His Soul Quotation Reflects Moral Insight
A Toland era quotation notes that no man bears guilt alone, for guilt pierces the soul. It quotes Tillotson on moral conscience and the sting of self-accusation, framing guilt as an inner sting that reveals hidden wrongdoing.
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Tillotson
Amends of a Short and Troubled Life
A reflection on how doing good and enduring hardship can yield a longer and better life, suggesting moral growth through suffering and virtue.
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Penn
Happiness Is Not in Things but in Thought
A reflective aphorism notes happiness stems from mindset rather than material goods. The quote adds that people fault those who point out faults, arguing true blame lies with the faults themselves rather than the messenger.
Vulgar and Noble Minds Sayings
A brief quotation noting that vulgar minds show pride in prosperity and humility in adversity while noble minds remain humble in prosperity and face adversity with pride. It also asserts happiness comes from helpfulness.
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Ruckert
Western Canada crops assured despite labor shortage
General rains across Manitoba Saskatchewan and Alberta boost hopes for record grain yields matching or exceeding 1915 levels. Manitoba seeks 10000 harvest hands paying 5 to 6 dollars daily, Saskatchewan 15000, Alberta 5000 as officials anticipate northward labor movement from central states to ease the harvest push. Low railroad rates and government office assistance aim to reduce travel costs for workers. Advertisement caution advised on insurance collection.
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Canada
Manitoba
Saskatchewan
Alp Berta
Manitobss
Winnipeg
Sas Katchewan
Alberta
Kansas
Nebraska
South Dakota
Ilinois
Central States
Boundary Points
Chicago
Ill
Detroit
Mich
Milwaukee
Wis
Kansas City
End of Eight Years Misery in Newark Testimonial
Mrs Theresa Coventry of Newark New Jersey recounts long term illness and paralysis relief after eight years with organic trouble. She credits Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound and Blood Medicine with enabling housework and washing again and recommends the remedies to others.
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Newark
N. J
Lydia B. Pinkham
Theresa Coventry
Burnett St
Newark, N. J
Lydia E. Pinkham
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Bureau of War Risk Insurance
Beaner
Saraea
Raria ES
EAS
Groh
Atlanta
Joe Guyon
Lite Rock
Roy Saunders
Joplin
St. Louis Browns
Claude Derrick
Toledo Mud Hens
Red Donovan
Babe Ruth
Brower
Reading
Cincinnati Reds
Cardinals
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Chief Yellowhorse
Little Rock
Treds
San Diego
Pittsfield
Dick Kinsetta
Johnny Mitchell
Vernon Club
Frank Frisch
Myers
Griffiths
Johnny Tye
Coast
Ty Cobb
Jordan
Syracuse
Tim
Buffalo
Pat Martin
Wigcat
Sam Agnew
Pacific Coast League
Charlie Chaham
Seals
Carl Lundgren
Johnny Evers
Hals
Johnny
Chick Knaupp
Nashville
Cotton
Andy
Charley High
Jonnard Twins
Elmer Bowman
Millers
Arthur Sletcher
Phillies
Hants
Beecause
Athletics
M. J. L. Breton
France
Hygiene
New York
Harvard
Yale
West Virginia University
Minnesota
Norman Ross
Oriental Park
Havana
Princeton
Stamford Bridge
Ob Martin
Hobby
Chicago Public School Athletic League
New York City
William Hoppe
Jesus
God
Peter
Samson
David
Goliath
Gideon
Apostle Paul
Zechariah
Lord Jesus Christ
Moody Bible Institute
Venning
America
Triner
Joseph Tainer Company
Ashland Ave
Chicago, Ill
Parker
Hiscox
Pratt & Kelley
Trenton, Mich
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