The Truth in Firet to Last editorial Page
A New York Tribune June 6 1016 page presents a firet to last editorial on democracy internationalism and the symbolism of the American Flag. It cites Jefferson Paine Franklin Monroe and Lincoln as champions of a humane world order and discusses unity and peace through democratic principles amid global tensions.
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Re-electing Mr Wilson and the Hyphens in politics
The Tribune argues that nominating Justice Hughes at Chicago would lead to his defeat if he accepts Hyphen influence. It claims Hyphens aim to use Hughes to push German wishes at Washington and that voters will support President Wilson against such alignment. If the GOP convention yields Hughes as German American candidate, Wilson will be re elected.
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Debated military reform blocks a real army plan
The piece attacks a congressional plan led by Mr Hay and supported by Mr Wilson, arguing it surrenders to unpreparedness and produces a compromised mobile army of only 51 000 in the continental United States. It denounces Bouck White’s dissent as fanaticism and condemns internationalism that erodes militia strength.
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Amazing Blunder in the Jutland Battle Critique
A keen critic argues naval officers mishandled praise after the Jutland engagement. The irate reviewer blames the Irish commander of the First Battle Cruiser Squadron for engaging a superior force, claiming Britain suffered the greatest sea fight loss of modern times. He cites sea power axiom and Nelsonian caution while urging accountability for Beatty.
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The Lady's Decalogue Decoded in Jersey City Sermon
A Jersey City pastor drafts a set of Ten Commandments aimed at correcting what he views as modern female frivolity. He forbids tattling smoking and tampering with liquor, framing them as ladylike conduct while noting old Scriptural precedents and the need to counter rationalizations.
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Jonathan Wild
From Panama to Peru a new American travel shortcut
A column touts the southward route from New York to Callao Peru via the Panama Canal as an appealing, fast path toward the West Coast. It compares travel times to England, notes distance figures, and evokes tropical fruit, Inca lore, Lake Titicaca, and adventures beyond the subway life.
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Push for Federal Censorship of Films Sparks Public Outcry
Opinion piece warns a House committee vote on a five member Federal censorship board would curb freedom and ban works like Uncle Tom's Cabin. It argues the bill risks turning film into state controlled propaganda and urges public action to defeat federal film censorship.
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Philanthropist Williams Gives Millions to Chicago Institutions
Hobart Williams of Chicago has donated property worth 2.5 million to the University of Chicago and established about 2 million in trust funds for ten Illinois institutions, including colleges and homes for children and aged people. He also gifted to a Chicago hospital and the YMCA, totaling 4.8 million, a sum rivaling Carnegie and Rockefeller gifts when viewed as a single, sizable endowment.
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Prophet veiled and dumb criticizes Justice Hughes nomination
A letter to the editor argues against nominating Justice Hughes, claiming politicians push him without clarity on his views. It cites past silence, calls for candor, and contrasts with General Sherman, urging careful selection of the nation’s leader. Cambridge, May 1946.
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Roosevelt or Wilson in 1916 letter from Baltimore voter
In a June 4 1916 letter from Baltimore Maryland PF Frazer argues for Theodore Roosevelt as the country’s best choice over Wilson and support for Roosevelt on any ticket or voting for Wilson if Roosevelt is not nominated. He places country first, then party, then Roosevelt.
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Roosevelt for Republican Nomination in 1916 Campaign
Daniel Snively argues in a New York letter dated June 3 1916 that Roosevelt should be the Republican nominee to prevent Wilson’s re election. He contends Brown Hills and Progressives cannot deliver November votes and warns against Hughes splitting the vote. He urges decisive nomination of Roosevelt over Hughes or Wilson wins.
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Starving Babies Letter Sparks German Milk Debate
The writer rebuts Dr von Mach by recounting travel in Germany and claiming infant mortality dropped due to efficient milk distribution with a “Babies first” motto. He argues December 1915 figures mislead and that birth rates fell, yet infant deaths were lower overall due to better coordination and fewer births.
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Defence of Mosby’s Men Letters to the Tribune Responds to Accusations
Charles Parkinson Wood of Metuchen New Jersey writes May 31 1916 defending Mosby’s men from portrayal as bandits. He argues they remained loyal to Virginia and the Confederate cause, were recognized by Lee Davis and Grant, and used captured stores rather than plunder. He cites intimate knowledge and local status of Mosby’s men and their communities.
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No Hyphen for Mme Matzenauer Protest Letter
Marg Matzenaver of New York writes to The Tribune denying a protest headline about opera star Matzenauer. She states she has been in America since 1911 and kept neutrality, declining benefit performances to avoid favoring any nation. She plans to apply for citizenship so her daughter can be raised American.
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Roosevelt Support Letter From Middletown Citizens
Middletown N Y June 2 1916 A citizen letter urges Roosevelt for President citing his coal strike resolution and defense of American interests It says Roosevelt’s plain direct speech and preparedness stance outshine Wilson and that party leaders oppose him but rank and file workers back his nomination The writer lauds Roosevelt’s experience in New York Assembly and presidency and predicts victory if nominated.
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