Railroads Question Reflects Public Opinion on Ownership Return
A survey of editors and readers shows 85 percent favor returning railroads to private ownership, 74 percent oppose extending government operation for five more years, and 71 percent reject a prolonged federal role. The piece argues the issue centers on conditions for any return, noting government control has failed to deliver private efficiency and that education on rail prosperity is still needed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McAdoo-Hines
Rails
Havir
Washington
Must the Yeowoman Go in Naval Affairs Debate
Opposition grows in the Naval Affairs Committee to keeping women in the navy as yeomen. About eight thousand hold yeomen positions and officers testify to their efficiency. War urgency justified service. critics doubt peacetime retention, while Captain Leigh says women handle clerical work as well or better than men.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Naval Affairs Committee
House
Leigh
Boreas of Navigation
Barler
Sir Josephus
Captain Leigh
Anit
Women in Workforce Spur Naval Affairs Question
The remark questions if the Naval Affairs Committee will show mercy to women entering diverse jobs, noting women’s progress and appealing for restraint in limiting wartime roles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Naval Affairs Committee
Hay Act Restricts Army Growth Impeding Modernization
A House Military Affairs hearing urged Congress to modify the 1916 Hay act, arguing it hamstrings the army from evolving beyond a policing force. The general warned a return to Hay would erase the tank corps, air service, and motor transport, hindering postwar modernization and the formation of a true, divisional army.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
General March
House Military Affairs Committee
Congress
My. Hay
Air Service
Signal Corps
Nny
Cavalry
Rem Tar Army
Commercial Diplomacy and Global Trade Shifts Ahead
A historical overview discusses how nations anticipate changes in trade policy after wartime needs. Britain hints at colonial preference and protectionism while France guards strategic industries. Italy and Russia pursue self sufficiency, and new nations push for independent economies amid rising suspicions and evolving diplomatic trade strategies. The piece calls for capable commercial diplomats to secure tangible gains.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hurley
America
Great Britain
Germany
Britain
France
Italy
Haly
Russia
Dollar diplomacy and American stance after war
The article discusses U.S. policy toward foreign business and railroad expansion, noting the tension between protecting American interests abroad and avoiding safeguarding establishments. It critiques postwar commercial diplomacy and calls for public understanding and revision of long-held ideas to address competitive national groups and domestic attitudes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Via
Miss Elsie Janis and the AEF Inspire and Heal
Many Americans did admirable things in the war but none as cheering and healing as Miss Elsie Janis. She performed improvised theatre in a railway repair shop on a cowcatcher. repeated musicals to many audiences, drawing praise from reporters and soldiers alike. Her daring, courage, and artistry earned lasting respect and tribute upon her safe return.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elsie Janis
A.B. P
Janis
Bigbody
Pop
Mimi Charmee
Miss Janis
Gothas
Nolse
A. TH. I
Woure Committers Reject Rider on Agricultural Bill
The Rules Committee refuses to allow a daylight saving amendment to ride on the agricultural appropriation bill. Opponents warn such riders threaten proper legislative process and open favoritism. The incident signals a stand against covert amendments despite broad House support for daylight saving repeal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Committee On
Riles
Wheat Harvest Crisis Hits Kansas Workers Shortage
State Labor Director Mizell warns Kansas faces severe wheat harvest labor shortage. Farm owners plan to extend hours and hire former workers from other states as wages rise. Estimated crop value reaches 175 million dollars, prompting appeals for faster gathering before spoilage.
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State Wars
Mizell
Ognen
Mimy
Kansas
Kanoas
Frisell
Hon City
Vermin War Wean A New Cruvsey Town Threatens Reds
A New Cruvsey town reportedly kept itself free of Bolshevik influence by warning it will wash out any red card agitator found within its limits. The city faces scrutiny as residents recall past clashes and public order measures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vermin
Cruvsey
Bolshevoun
Hawker praised as a cooker in bold aviation verse
The piece lauds Hal Hawker as a fearless gladiator of the air, noting his daring plan to fly and reach the equator with a functioning craft, while poking at rulers and press. It also lightly weighs Prohibition and daylight saving, and humorously notes sports writing deadlines.
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Admiralty
Auores
Newfoundland
Rolls-Royce
Alf Harmsworth
Hal Hawker
Burlesque Memories and Cast Names From Windsor Theatre Show
A reader recalls 1890s and 1990s burlesque acts at Windsor Theatre Bowery and Canal Street noting stars such as Warfield Murphy and Lillie Western. The reminiscence lists performers from The Broadway Burlesquers and other troupes, with vivid gossip on acts, choruses, and stage routines.
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Dave Warfeld
O'Dowd
Windsor Theatre
Bowery
Canal Street
Mark Murphy
Warfield
Jimmie Mussell
Wu Trish
Sarah Bernhardt
Windsor
Jhieey Miner
Lillie Western
Pet Dailey
Kile Vau
New Ansterdam
London
Deanymond
Maude Muthaida Gighe
HL Ford
Henae Eevapes
Matthews and Bulgar
de Witt
Jack Gardner
Sherry
Deme
AL Shear
Sam Berhard
John
Harry Kernel
Fragmented notes mix town sights and dates in garbled chatter
A batch of jumbled names places and events appears. Mentions include Dave Lawrence addie cigars Silly Montague Will Hearst and car buying. References to Miss Mailine Carmichael in Spring fel Decoration Day and Gotham hint at scattered local items with unclear connections.
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Dave Lawrence
Addie
Montague
Will Hearst
Genet Connell
Matrick May
Mank Unter
New Rochelle
Adirondack
Mts
Springfel
Hert Green
Mt. Vernon
Gotham
Searce
Jame Sai
The Survey and Bolshevist Propaganda Critique
A critical essay reviews The Survey's coverage from November to April, accusing it of bias in favor of Bolshevism while omitting critical or unfavorable analysis. The piece cites limited pro Russia commentary, letters defending Bolshevist aims, and frequent Bolshevist material at the expense of balanced reporting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Russia
Lenine
The Bolshevik Critique and Liberal Press Censorship
A harsh critique of liberal American periodicals for censorship and distortion on Russia, arguing Bolshevism is promoted by both radical and moderate outlets. The piece denounces suppression of anti Bolshevist facts, condemning leftist and rightist groups for using intimidation to defend socialist revolution worldwide.
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Russia
Republi
Dial
The
Survey
America
Liberator
Socialist “Radical Review
Socialist Labor People
New Solidarity
Worker
Eya Opener
Milwaukee
Volkszeitung
Jewish “Forward
Upton Sinclair
Bolshevist
New Republic
Dist
Socialist Labor Party
Revolutionary Age
Sovialian Labor Party
Bourgeoi Liberals
Othgrnsion
Socialist Party
Tw, W
Rosewater
Lapor
Bahrain
Fake Heroes Editorial Warns Against War-Time Fakers
In Ablenz Germany on May 10 the Ainuroe daily urges readers to expose fake heroes who claim war deeds. It condemns boastful veterans and homefront pretenders, urging editors and soldiers to unveil impostors and protect genuine bravery. The piece argues that postwar justice requires naming and punishing deception.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ablenz
Germany
the Ainuroe
Army of Occupation
Rhine
A.B. F
Deng
Ing
Arkl
Uniter
Beneft
Miliny
Comme Ce
War Department
A. E
Daylight saving harms dairy farming says New York farmer
William Wade Hinshaw of New York writes that daylight saving disrupts cow milking schedules, lowers milk yield, and harms dairy operations. He argues milking must follow twelve hour cycles and that shifting clocks disturbs cows and reduces production by about two quarts daily, causing significant losses to farmers.
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The
Tribune
New York City
Upper
New York
Cana
Hindal Tuska
William Wade Hinshaw
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American Alliance For Labor and Democracy
Ghent
Nation
Arthur Gleason
Labor Party
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Kerensky
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Edward T. Devine
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