Paragraphorisms by Geo M Bailey in Missouri politics
A Republican legislator questions Democratic officials over alleged $40,000 state funds drawn last session. The piece references J Paul and a biblical quote on self care, then pivots to declaring truth will out. It also notes the Austrians did not take Belgrade and that the Serbs yielded it for military reasons.
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Missouri
J. Paul
Belgrade
Eggs and Brandy Wager Echoes of Tea Party Tales
England buys five million eggs weekly from the United States but some shipments are said to be routed by descendants of Boston Tea Party members. The eggs would supposedly seem two weeks old to eaters. A Milwaukee man reportedly drank a quart of brandy and won a $2 wager, though funeral costs exceeded the amount.
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England
United States
Boston
Milwaukee
Weather forecasts for Texas discussed by John Garner
The San Benito Commercial club seeks detailed weather reports and Dougston expresses interest in sharing. The piece opines a genius forecaster should use talent for Monte Carlo gambling rather than providing detailed Texas weather changes.
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John Garner
San Benito
Douston
Texas
Monte Carlo
Baltimore Bar Meeting Highlights by Mr. Bryan
Mr. Bryan spoke to the Maryland Bar Association in Baltimore in a no gate receipt affair. Jacob Ruppert bids 400000 dollars for the New York American ball team, and failure to sell would mean it is not for sale.
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Mr. Bryan
Maryland Bar Association
Baltimore
Jacob Ruppert
New York American
Wise wife reforming husbands a thankless task
Luke McLuke warns that attempting to reform a husband is futile. A wife who tries to change her spouse ends up working 18 hours daily for nothing and roosting with no gain, he contends.
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Luke McLuke
Oregon Primary Law Tired Of Asks If Banks Texas System
The piece questions whether Oregon may grow weary of its primary election law and compares the potential robustness of Oregon's system to Texas. It notes growing debate over election rules and efficiency, with speculation about reform pressures and legal complexities.
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Oregon
Texas
Richmond church council plans world revival of religion
A Richmond church council promotes a worldwide revival of religion as a curtain raiser for a broader turn toward commonsense. The message argues three fourths of humanity appear to be crazy and urges practical wisdom first.
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Richmond
Perkins Urges Progressives to Embrace Party
George W. Perkins argues the country needs the progressive party while noting the party depends on Perkins to gain traction and influence.
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George W. Perkins
Progressive Party
Perkins
Honest man welcomes a bill collector satire
The Albany Journal comments that an honest man welcomes a bill collector, noting the paradox and comparing it to Diogenes in search of an honest man, implying few exist.
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Albany Journal
Diogenes
Tennessee Grateful Yet Silent on Legislative Thanks
The remark notes that while Tennessee expresses gratitude, state legislatures do not customarily offer formal votes of thanks for distinguished military service.
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Tennessee
Germany accuses England of breaches in civilized warfare
The text voices German complaints that England violates rules of civilized warfare. It laments any bellicose act by a foe that would disrupt a strictly Christian war. It also mocks Republicans saying Uncle Joe Cannon calls for men who can pass the acid test.
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Germany
England
Joe Cannon
Marion county grand jury report criticized as tomfoolery
A Marion County grand jury report accuses a democratic Indiana legislature of robbing the state and questions its legality and motives. The piece argues that alleged misuses of funds may stem from ignorance and that few democrats are clever enough to be rascal. It also contrasts federal critics with anti federal sentiment.
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Marion County Grand Jury
Indiana
Battleship Gray Fashion Sparks Spring Gown Trend
A cheeky note on battleship grey and gunmetal shades becoming stylish for spring dresses. The piece jokes about men losing money on a wedding trip in Ohio and jokes about wallets being rifled at a hotel on the first night.
War and art world foibles mix in a St. Louis snapshot
A satirical column mocks art power shifts and civic culture in St. Louis comparing it to Munich while joking about bock beer signs. It riffs on salaries, sports money, London health, Zeppelinitis, rail rates, Lodz postmen, and distant Houston-New York connections.
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America
St. Louis
Munich
No war preparation spared the country in its battles
The author asserts the country avoided war with initial unpreparedness but suffered greatly in every conflict due to lack of readiness, noting it never lost a war yet endured severe hardship from inadequate preparation.
Atlanta Fan Captures Front Page Spotlight in Berlin Spy Case
Amid a gloomy business climate, a rare pleasant note emerges as an Atlanta man is arrested in Germany on espionage charges. The story highlights public fascination with bold headlines and the persistence of local readers seeking dramatic developments.
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Atlanta
Germany
President’s grandfatherhood veiled by official decorum
A presidential remark notes the restraint imposed by official dignity on celebrating grandfatherly joy. The president’s Presbyterian faith is linked to limits on outward enthusiasm, contrasting with less restrained religious contexts.
Better Baby and Father Movements Considered
The piece argues that the Better Baby movement targets babies for guaranteed progress while fathers are harder to influence. It notes interest in a Better Father movement without political fakery, suggesting it could be both interesting and exciting.
Major Seaman on deadly weapons and Chicago murder case
The remarks compare German tms unfavorably with atrocities in Europe and recount a Chicago murder conviction from two decades ago. An Arkansas house fire at 3 a.m. is noted, with reference to victims found in their underclothes and questionable local attire for the hour.
College students ready for spring in school and sport
The remark notes college boys and girls stay busy with study and athletic activities through the rest of the school year. It highlights their continued effort and potential gains in both academics and athletics.
Lodz Brewery Shelling Court Martial Outcome
A court martial reviewed the gunners who struck the Lodz brewery. The proceedings concluded with a verdict detailing their accountability and any penalties applied for the attack.
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Lodz
Political Rhetoric Sparks U S Public Debate
The message cautions readers to limit criticism to the United States president while noting that opinions about European autocracy risk offending American citizens. The wording reflects a period tone urging careful discourse on governance and international affairs.
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United States
Texas Humor and Notions of Service Across the Nation
The piece humorously contrasts ambitious youths in detective or criminal roles with those seeking church and civic leadership. It notes a footpad failing in Arkansas, a Texas governor leading Wyoming, and Dallas shipping hats to Carranza, joking that he needs shears and a taser.
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Houston
Arkansas
Dallas
Carranza
Prophecy Links War Deaths to Polygamy Revival
A late prophet predicts that war’s devastation will trigger a revival of polygamy, but notes it won’t occur while bonnet prices stay high. The remark ties social upheaval to 19th century practice in a periodical remark.
Allies avoid quarrel over Constantinople fate
The text notes that allies will not dispute the disposition of Constantinople while the city remains in Ottoman hands, implying patience until seizure of the city.
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Constantinople
Noted Leaders, Roosevelts, and a Playful Quip about Nick Longworth
The editorial cheerfully remarks on President Wilson joining the Grandfathers club and jokes that Colonel Roosevelt might retaliate with a playful jab at Nick Longworth. It critiques the lack of a robust system that makes work popular.
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Wilson
Grandfathers Club
Roosevelt
Nick Longworth
Iceland Faces Political Crisis Tests Public Temper
Iceland confronts a political crisis as protests and government tensions rise. Analysts weigh impact on policy, stability, and future leadership amid wavering public support and shifting alliance dynamics.
Prejudice Against Senator J Ham Lewis Over Spats and Stains
The text notes much of the prejudice toward Senator J Ham Lewis stems from his attire and the appearance of butter milk stains on his pink whiskers, suggesting snobbery based on image rather than policy.
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J. Ham Lewis
Illinois proposal targets wife deserters for chain gang
A historical proposal in Illinois suggests chaining wife deserters as punishment. The critic argues a married man should face consequences and notes the accused few can throw accurately. their talk is not dangerous.
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Illinois
Language survives even when censored the word damns impact
The speaker notes that though the expletive used in golf may lack practical value and has no clear meaning, removing it would still leave a notable hole in language beyond any simple definition.
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Mr. Taft
No January Revolution in Houston Over Poll Tax Refusal
In the absence of statute placing men in stocks for poll tax refusal, there is no expected revolution in Houston during January. The note highlights orderly civic processes and absence of unrest.
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Houston
Silent fronts and paradoxes mark wartime and society
The writing critiques Stonewall Jacksons on the European fronts, reports double lynching in Massachusetts, notes Billy Sunday in Philadelphia near the mint, and comments on Francis Bowers Sayre’s patience for future recognition. It mentions a U S Supreme Court Oklahoma coach statute linked to Jim Crow law concerns.
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United States Supreme Court
Oklahoma
Court of Civil Appeals Proposed for All Counties
The speaker argues for creating a court of civil appeals in every county seat to speed access to justice and share honors among lawyers, leaving only a small number needed to represent clients in high courts. The idea compares Houston and Beaumont pushing for a statewide expansion to grant broader judicial honors.
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Houston
Beaumont
Germany’s Prisoner Count Exposed in Food War Claim
A World War II era report asserts Germany holds about 800000 Allied prisoners, arguing this undermines the empire’s food supply and signals a strategic strike by the Allies.
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Germany
Bible Gift Planned for Panama Canal Sailors
A plan aims to give a Bible to every sailor passing through the Panama canal. The effort could reflect a broader Christianizing aim, noting sailors may be more piously inclined than itinerants the Gideon society serves.
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Panama Canal
Gideon Society
Mexico's Democratic Tendencies: Leaders Disagree in Public Scraps
The scene in Mexican politics shows leaders openly disagreeing and scrapping over policy. Critics argue this public friction signals healthy democratic behavior while others fear instability and gridlock hinders reforms.
Mexico Sees Yet Another President Challenger
From the Latin American scene comes a new figure claiming the presidency of Mexico. The era of pretenders has passed and the day belongs to the assumer who has taken the top post.
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Mexico
Latin America
Rupert Hughes Novel Debuts Heroine as Angel Old Maid
The brief notes mention Rupert Hughes writing a novel whose heroine is a sweet old maid seen as an angel, contrasting with the passive stereotype of ordinary old maids. It also reports Russia claiming 357,000 Teutonic prisoners and references a harsh prohibition ukase described as awful.
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Rupert Hughes
Russia
Col Goethals seeks large funds for landslide work in Culebra Cut
The text praises Col Goethals defense of big appropriations to tackle landslides in the Culebra Cut while warning Congress to avoid actions that might curb democratic landslides worldwide. It notes the American Association for the Advancement of Science proposals for eminent scientists brains and remarks on science and politics humility.
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Goethals
Culebra
Congress
American Association For the Advancement of Science
Strawberries Sold for Dollar Per Quart in Chicago and St Louis
In a bold move to cash in on demand, local sellers decide to provide the fruit to Chicago and St Louis buyers at a dollar per quart. The farmers prefer generosity over withholding fruit to capitalize on high market interest.
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Chicago
St. Louis
Political Futurist Chides Timebound Campaign Focus
A columnist criticizes a political figure for dwelling on a distant presidential race rather than current events, urging attention to the immediate political moment and present-day issues.
Purchasers May Buy 1 Million Horses in United States
The report suggests belligerents could acquire up to one million horses in the United States before the war ends. Analysts warn the total cost could exceed 50 million dollars, raising concerns about the scale and impact of such purchases.
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United States
Omaha Start of Buy It Now Move Sparks Debate
A local proposal suggests an Employ Him Now movement to catalyze action similar to Buy It Now drives. Advocates argue it could energize hiring and economic momentum while opponents warn of rushed commitments and unequal impacts.
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Omaha
Missouri Senator Race and Wage Claim
Missouri Senatorial contest slated for 2016 with commentary alleging the average wage earner never receives more than half of earnings. The claim emphasizes labor share in the national economy.
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Eed
Missouri
Early eager scribes rush to write 1915 before Christmas
The passage notes people began writing 1915 well ahead of the holiday, practicing the new year’s numerals about six weeks before Christmas as they moved away from 1914.
Postmasters Appointments Stir Texas Fourth Class Offices
Six more fourth class postmasters are announced for Texas amid a high pressure of custody in a fourth class post office as a long-standing Democrat with a long beard takes charge.
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Texas
Water wagon idea rejected as transport device
A fragment notes skepticism about a water wagon as a passenger carrier even with a bonus. A woman found dead in St. Louis clutched a message reading Meet me in Chicago. The text ends abruptly with she just wouldn't emit.
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St. Louis
Chicago
Not Likely to Declare War on England and France
The speaker says it is unlikely we will declare war on England and France but hints at a provocative gesture of throwing grape juice in their faces.
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England
France
Fragments on democracy and news from the Republic
The passage comments on democratic patience with Filipino uprisings and hints at Washington politicians triggering action quietly. It notes pneumonia claims winter authors and comments on starvation fatalities. A Texas dateline appears in forthcoming baseball coverage, illustrating regional sports reporting trends.
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Texas
Economy and spending advice urges sensible use now
A brief plea argues economy is wise not as stinginess but as thoughtful spending. It encourages immediate action to put money toward productive or meaningful purchases.
Sunshine and moonshine Missouri Opinion Piece
We are far from Russia yet boast a land of sunshine by day and moonshine by night and hail Missouri. The Turk notes the Russian peasant’s industry, while the anti-trust case against older leagues may interest magnates like Standard Oil and International Harvester in how competition fares. Generally those who aim to make a lion of themselves end up in the jackass corral.
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Russia
Missouri
Federals
Standard Oil
International Harvester
Doctor’s talk misses case in “Why So Many People Lose Minds”
A Kentucky physician presents a discussion on mental health but fails to cover the specific case. An old Black man responds to a money question with the remark I ain't had none to begin wid, reflecting racialized strain in the era.
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Kentucky
Darky
Manners Stifle Minds in Crowded Debate
The remark suggests many men boast of a fine mind but are silenced by reluctance to speak up. It underscores how restraint in dialogue blocks clear expression and intellectual displays.
Despair in Post Offices and Italian Army Loan
A remark notes no symptoms of despair in a democratic postmaster led post office. It shifts to Italy having floated a 200 million dollar army loan and signals possible action once spring floods subside.
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Italy
Call for House Membership Cut Sparks Political Tension
A New England college professor urges reducing House seats by 150, arguing a smaller chamber would require ousting several Democrats. The proposal faces strong pushback and questions about timing and feasibility.
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New England College
Houston suffs seek view on male poll tax dodgers
Citizens in Houston request the suffrage group to explain who are considered poll tax dodgers among men. The note asks for guidance on identifying individuals opposing registration practices.
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Houston
Seventy Japanese Brides Arrive in San Francisco
Seventy Japanese brides who have never met their husbands arrive in San Francisco. The notice notes the surprising reunion plan and remarks that the brides are not known for their looks, reflecting a blunt wartime-era mindset.
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San Francisco
Submarine mining and reform amid New York chatter
The text contemplates transitioning to submarine mining in the North Sea and English Channel as iron mines exhaust. It notes Mr Whitman’s sober work, mocks reformers as making New York rotten, and mentions boxing interest only as a curiosity about a projectile’s impact on Jack Johnson.
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English Channel
North Sea
Whitman
The
New York Tribune
Mr. Whitman
New Yorker
Atlanta’s Constitution cites carbolic acid scare prompt for liquor antidote
The article notes a proposed response to a dangerous supply from bootleggers with corn licker as a makeshift antidote. Citizens reportedly stock carboys in expectation of emergency deliveries.
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Atlanta
Constitution
Uncle Sam's Revenue Stance Stirs Postal Debate
A political remark frames the federal pressure for higher revenue as a priority over stamp-licking duties. The comment implies government control of finances overrides concerns about postal workers. Public sentiment frames taxation and revenue as central to national operations.
New Hampshire Erects Monument to Franklin Pierce
New Hampshire has at last erected a monument to Franklin Pierce the only president the state supplied to the Union. The piece notes the state’s historical role and hints that contemporary attention would rise if New Hampshire remained strong and democratic like in Pierce’s era.
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New Hampshire
Franklin Pierce
Rocky Little Commonwealth
Wives and badges from a bygone era of courtship
In olden times men sought wives by force and the girls wore badges declaring cooking and churning skills. The passage notes such customs and suggests extreme measures were used to win a wife.
Jury System Seen As Bankrupted At Times
Report notes that at times the jury system appears financially and operationally overwhelmed, suggesting the need for reforms or oversight. The remark frames systemic strain as a larger issue affecting trial processes and public trust.
Hon Liver Complaint Mann Alleges Wilson Nomination Plot
The Hon. Liver Complaint Mann accuses President Wilson of building a machine to secure renomination next year. He says it would require immense power to keep the nomination away from him. Patriots have no idea of nominating any animated incubators. He cites an over supply of enforced rest, not unrest, as the current embarrassment.
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Liver
Mann
Wilson
Oscar Underwood Confesses Golf Game With Charles Murphy
Oscar Underwood admits playing a round of golf with Charles Murphy. The question is what Bryan will say in response to this confession and its implications.
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Oscar Underwood
Charles Murphy
Bryan
Baltimore mother defends son against school lie claim
A Baltimore mother said someone at school taught her son to lie, but she is mistaken. She argues lying is not an acquired vice and that veracity is largely an acquired virtue. She warns against the mental strain of inventing falsehoods.
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Baltimore
One Way to Stop a Husband from Lying
A brief quip notes that a married man might curb lying by avoiding nighttime trips downtown. It reflects a humorous or moralizing tone typical of short column filler.
Corset Stay Saves St Louis Girl From Bullet
A St Louis girl owes her life to a corset stay that deflected a bullet. In Massachusetts a young man acted as best man at his elderly wealthy uncle’s wedding, contrasting with typical roles at funerals for such uncles.
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St. Louis
Massachusetts
A mix of political oddities and legal headlines
The column notes a South Carolina governor race rumor about Andrew Jackson’s birthplace, reports Harry Thaw’s return to New York amid alleged crooked lawyers and experts, and comments on Berlin’s view of naming the White House baby Francis as neutrality.
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South Carolina
North Carolina
Columbia
Andrew Jackson
Harry Thaw
New York
Berlin
White House
Francis
Omen Corner Sermon Sparks Mixed Forecasts In Houston
The passage blends humorous prophecies about future pestilence and social notes. It cites a cornbread revival, transmigration jokes, and a jibe at Billy Sunday’s denouncement of a large Republican majority. It ends with Arizona pension plans for widowers aged sixty.
Diversification Means Fair Time Split for Texas Farmers
The idea of diversification in Texas is described as farmers needing to allocate time for their own sustenance rather than solely serving others. The remark emphasizes a shift in work focus and personal provisioning.
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Texas
Texas legislature’s focus amid Congress scrutiny
The article argues Texas lawmakers should stick to their work and ignore Washington. It also notes the historical date January 19, 1807, birth of Robert E. Lee.
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Robert BK. Lee
Necessity and desire in apparel phrasing
A newspaper style aphorism contrasts need and want in women’s clothing. It notes many women own enough clothes, while no one has all the clothes she desires. The remark reflects attitudes on consumption and fashion.
The Church's Opportunity for 1915 Relief Efforts
A sermon on Luke 4 urges church militancy to aid the needy amid unemployment. Dr. Stelzle's suggestions include praying for neighbors in distress, forming job and aid committees, printing weekly help notices, and establishing loan funds to keep children in school and support needy families.
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Charles Stelzle
Philadelphia North American
Taube
Belgians urged to settle in the South for agricultural growth
The article argues for bringing Belgian farmers to the United States to occupy unused Texas land and boost the South’s agriculture and wealth. It praises Belgians as industrious and frugal, urges a coordinated campaign, and frames welcoming them as a brotherly, national advancement effort.
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Texas
Auegestion
United States
Hami
Wilson 1916 renomination talk faces political risks
The article surveys speculation on President Wilson's renomination in 1916 amid Democratic and factional maneuvering. It cautions that anti Wilson movements risk harming the party and notes outcomes hinge on next 18 months including Europe’s war and domestic economic shifts. It argues a strong industry revival or resolution of wartime issues could secure Wilson’s renomination.
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Washington
Clark
Bryan
Wilson
Senate
Europe
Congress
Champ Clark
Democratic Party
Tax Inequalities in Texas Facing Uniform State Tax Reform
State Tax Commissioner Love cites stark unequal tax burdens across Texas counties. He notes 12 counties drew 3.75 million from the school fund while paying 2.92 million in other taxes over six years, and another 12 paid 12.62 million total with 6.45 million in school fund benefits. He urges separating state and local revenues and creating a state board of equalization to end tenancy driven underfunding and curb landlord tax avoidance.
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Love
Campbell
Texas
Ellis County
Colquitt
State Board of Equalization
Harris County
Women in Politics and the Power of Appeal
An opinion piece argues that public popularity governs political success and speculates on how female lawmakers may use feminine arts to sway male voters. It contrasts a Arizona representative aiming to ban smoking during sessions with a senatress who favors cigar access, suggesting widows’ tact could shape policy and party dominance.
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Arizona
Hera
Texas
Pennsylvania
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