President Wilson explains abroad stay in message to Congress
President Wilson sends a Europe telegraph to Congress, outlining labor and industrial reforms, tax plans, and international trade hopes. He urges bipartisan cooperation, calls for industrial democratization, and notes returning soldiers' placement, tariff reform, and suffrage amendment. He signals readiness to speak on peace treaties and domestic measures upon return.
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United States
Bee
Tari Commission
Congress
Tariff Commission
House of Representatives
Grownups Talk Of Money Weighs On Child
A six year old girl hears about a third baby brother and asks if they can afford him. In wartime taxes and tight budgets the family cannot buy many things. Grandma shows the newborn, and the child questions if they can afford the new addition, reflecting grownups’ money worries.
Prayer at Cabinet Meeting in Wartime Spirit
Rev Samuel Chadwick spoke at the Birmingham Wesleyan mission anniversary in New Central hall Birmingham. He said the war cabinet turned into a prayer meeting after Sir Douglas Haig’s message that “We have our backs to the wall.” The prime minister replied heaven help us. He noted it as possibly the first British war cabinet meeting to become a prayer meeting.
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Samuel Chadwick
Birmingham Wesleyan Mission
New Central Hall
Birmingham
War Cabinet
Douglas Haig
Mr. Chadwick
London Mail
Paroled for Third Time Notorious Indian Bandit Starr
Henry Starr, the Cherokee outlaw known for bank robberies in Oklahoma and Arkansas, has been released from prison after serving four years of a 25 year sentence. His parole follows efforts by his wife and sons, and marks a calmer turn after a life of violence and repeated releases.
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Tulsa
Okla
Henry Starr
Oklahoma
Sture
Starr
Amityville
Starr Gang
Stroud
Kin
Wuliey
Nis Son
The Phantom Review Seen by Bret Harte in Dream
A poetic reverie transports Bret Harte to Washington DCs Capitol Square where a phantom marching army of nation’s dead from Malvern Hill Gettysburg Chancellorsville and other sieges appears in moonlit glow. A blue cap signals a kin near and the vision ends with awakening at dawn.
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the Phantom
Bret Harte
Malvern Hill
Gettysburg
Chancellorsville
Typhus spreads in East Cannes and Europe
Red Cross reports warn typhus fever spreading in eastern Poland Russia Serbia and Macedonia. Conference experts form a committee to advise prevention and potential CD organization changes, with messages suggesting greater risk though likely containment to Italy France England and America. Also brief notes recount 47 bottles found in Macomb and a domestic dispute ruling in Kansas City involving a husband and wife.
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Cannes
Poland
Russia
Serbia
Macedonia
Red Crow
Red Cross
Italy
France
England
America
Reunion of Officers Reveals Gettysburg Hero Survived
Twenty years after a Union general and Confederate general shared a battlefield moment at Gettysburg a wounded Union officer lay dying near Barrow’s knoll He asked for his wife who learned he lived when a messenger brought news His wife nursed him back to health Later at a Washington banquet the two generals learned they had misread each other’s fates confirming one survivor and a distant kinship.
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Expres
Henry Starr
Iater Starr
Nowata
Floyd Wilson
Fort Smith
Ark
Federal
Columbus
Starr
Roosevelt
Gettysburg
Georgia
Hind
Rock Creek
Barlow
Bender
Gedon
Washington
Gettyburg
Gordon
Tam
Gettyaburg
Bartow
Gorton
Memorial Day Reverence on the Hill and Gulf Graves
On Memorial Day a solemn rally gathers at the hill to honor slain soldiers. Wreaths and flowers are laid as the flag is brought forth, honoring duty and valor. The scene reflects devotion across May, seeking peace and a hopeful future.
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Washington
Patriotism Lesson From History Inspires Future Patriots
A fragmentary historical reflection recalls how past soldiers risked lives to preserve the Union and liberty under challenge. It emphasizes duty, sacrifice, and the enduring heritage handed to future generations to inspire courage and national loyalty.
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Parie
Question on a common Thanksgiving day for all states
A writer argues that establishing a single nationwide Thanksgiving could strengthen gratitude as a unifying spirit. They suggest aligning the day with broader observances and reflect on the impact of shared gratitude in public life.
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Congress
Hope
Beleve
League of Nations
Committee On Labor
Remembering Memorial Day and the Nation’s Flag
Beecher’s tribute to the flag as symbol of liberty and unity. The piece reflects on Memorial Day 1882, remembering Civil War soldiers, noting many were under 21, highlighting youth, service, and the enduring banner’s meaning for the nation.
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Henry Ward Beecher
Ladlas Winder
Wader
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Prater No. 3
Mamma
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Bandit
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