Wilson's streamlined message sets new precedent in policy tone
The Courier Journal notes President Wilson's annual address breaks from prior long-winded tradition, delivering a concise briefing focused on foreign relations, rural credits, anti-trust laws, insular wards, Alaska development, and labor improvements. It critiques his stance on Mexico and Huerta, praising restraint over intervention while urging noninterference in Latin American affairs.
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White House
Theodore Roosevelt
Woodrow Wilson
Roosevelt
Alaska
Mexico
Huerta
Wilson
John Hays Hammond
Monroe
United States
Latin America
Courier-Journal
You Can Fool a Fool the Same Way Repeatedly
A pithy adage notes that tricking someone persists when used multiple times. It suggests caution against repeated deceptions and highlights human credulity across repeated attempts.
Vinol Cod Liver Tonic Promises Digestion Help
An ad advises simple eating and Vinol cod liver and iron tonic to ease stomach trouble. Mrs. H. J. Smith of Thomasville, Georgia reports relief and better digestion after using Vinol, claiming it works through cod liver and tonic iron. The advertisement promises money back if Vinol fails and notes Saxo Salvé stops itching in Mt Sterling Kentucky.
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Mars
Vinci
H. J. Smith
Thomasville
Wanamaker Defends Advertising As Key To Retail Growth
In Philadelphia John Wanamaker urges merchants that good merchandise must pair with strong advertising. He notes if 500,000 city residents want a product but only 500 know it exists, high stock quality alone yields little benefit. He cites his own rise from modest beginnings through persistent newspaper promotion.
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Philadelphia
John Wanamaker
Mr. Wanamaker
Wanamaker
United States
Wanamaker's
Egg boycott sweeps Cabinet wives pledge support
Washington women led by Mrs. Logan mobilize Cabinet wives to urge lower egg prices. Mrs. William Jennings Bryan heads the effort, with pledges from Mrs. Lindsey M. Garrison Mrs. Albert S. Burleson Mrs. David F. Houston and Mrs. William B. Wilson as a petition efforts to reach Congress.
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William Jennings Bryan
Bryan
Logan
Lindsey M. Garrison
Secretary of War
Albert S. Burleson
David F. Houston
Secretary of Agriculture
William B. Wilson
Secretary of Labor
Congress
For Rent John Davis Farm in Kentucky 4734 Acres
For rent a 4734 acre farm known as the John Davis farm on the Winchester pike, 3 miles from Mt. Sterling in Kentucky. Features include a good dwelling, tobacco barn, other outbuildings, an extra good orchard, and constant water. For particulars write to Mrs. Mary Davis, Kiddville, Ky. 22-31.
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Winchester Pike
Mt. Sterling
John Davis
Mary Davis
Kiddville
Sale News From Local Market Report
Last week scarce sales report includes Lois Thompson buying twenty 1000 pound cattle at 60 cents from Young Bros. John W. Boardman sells a fancy harness mare to Thomas Arrasmith of North Carolina for 260 dollars. W H Wyatt sells sixty acres near Camargo at 75 dollars per acre to S F Hamilton, with a driving horse sold for 125 dollars. W Hord Tipton sells fodder at 40 cents per shock to J R Lyons who rents Tipton’s farm for 1500 dollars for the year. Asa Magowan auctions forty six cattle including six yearlings at 50 cents, eight yearling cows at 6.10, eight cows at 25 to 40 dollars, rest calves 17.50 to 20 each.
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Lois Thompson
Young Bros
North Middletown
John W. Boardman
Thomas Arrasmith
North Carolina
W. H. Wyatt
S. F. Hamilton
Camargo
Lieutrell Fas
Lieutrell Fassett
Pennsylvania man praises Neal Institute treatment
A Pennsylvanian who traveled from the Keystone State to the captain Holloway home says three days at the Neal Institute cured his liquor craving. The ad claims the harmless vegetable remedy, taken for three days, can transform hard drinkers into teetotalers and invites inquiries to the Cincinnati institute.
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Neal Institute
Pennsylvania
Keystone State
C. M. Holloway
Cincinnati Neal Institute
Neal Way
Maple Avenue
Cincinnati
Ohio
Avon
Ohio Neal Institutes
Columbus
Cleveland
Ladies' Tailored Waists Appeal to Modern Figures
A promotional note invites readers to send in their waist measurements to view tailored waistwork. It emphasizes flattering fit and quality tailored results for women seeking well-fitted garments.
Winchester Trees Stand Large and Bearing Fruit
The advertisement boasts large, strong trees that will bear much fruit and notes no orders for second or third-class stock due to zero availability. It claims Winchester trees are known nationwide and offers a general nursery line for sale.
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Winchester
United States
Record of griefs and joys inscribed in stone
The line invites reflection on preserving sorrow in water while carving happiness in marble, suggesting a contrast between fragile memory and lasting triumph. It frames grief as fluid and joy as enduring, urging balance in documenting life’s experiences.
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the Fair Store
Xmas
Willikan School of Business
M. £. Millikan
Northern Bank Bldg
Lexington, KY
McCormick Lumber Company
Stocstoon
Electric Dry Cleaning Co
North
Maysville Street
MT. Sterling, KY
Igen
Blewerutars
Kentucky
Suman
Pm OM Aprre
Presi
W.S. Lloyd
Advertising
Sale News
Neal
Highland
Advocate Pub. Co
Mt, Sterling, KY
Winchester Nursery Co
Winchester, Tennessee
L. D. Singer
Shiyr
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