Why Not a Real Man A Letter on Military Service
A 1916 letter criticizes the army draft and calls for reform of conscription, arguing military service should be a test of national merit rather than antiquated policy. The writer contrasts political leaders and educators, urging action to attract capable volunteers and stressing military service as an educational opportunity.
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Congress
Tribunw
Duatice Iughes
Woodrow Wilson
White House
Richard P. Read
New York
Xethiering
Mure
Dietine Finnie
India
Teal Wink Bysiope
Alundoner
New York Tribune Firat to Lant the Troth 1910
Advertisement from The Tribune promises safe purchases with a money back guarantee if the advertiser fails. It lists subscription rates and a pay plan, noting June 8 publication and Canadian rate information. It emphasizes no red tape and prompt refunds.
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New Dork Tribune
Firat
Newn
Ealitoriale
Theratiay
Gebel Ant Publishal Matty
Pee Tech
Mies
Akams
Uutte
Sinpang
New Terey & Nacnes
Sisdat
Republican Courage and the 1860 Convention Echoes
A historical reflection contrasts the 1860 Republican convention in Chicago with today’s scene. It argues Lincoln and Seward faced southern hostility, warns the party must show courage against hypocritical threats, and cautions that appeasement could doom the Republic to outsider influence and disunion. The piece invokes Kaneas debate, the Whig collapse, and the need to uphold Americanism over German notions.
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Chicago
LMA
Elihu Knot
Theodore Hoosevelt
Abraham Lincoln
William H. Seward
Republican Party
Lincoln
Seward
South
Stephens A. Douglas
Kaneas
Sangamon
Whig
Republicaan Party
Tho
Dies Ont
War scare in the Netherlands and Dutch reactions
A fragmentary dispatch describes a sudden Netherlands war scare tied to Allied setbacks in Paris. Rumors surged of German threats, Allied demands, and Dutch mobilization plans, followed by rapid quieting as no invasion occurred. The piece notes lingering belief that Paris conference discussed invasion and Keppel veto. A later letter urges a rethinking of conscription and Army mobilization.
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Netherlands
Nand Henk
Molland
Effek
Pari
Germany
Greece
Wadur
Schell
Gérnan
North Sea
Varlemont
Zeeland
Belflan
de Toekomet
Halland
Negereary
Allien
Paris
Kepland
Uncompromising Patriots stir German member row
The English Chemical Society faces a heated dispute over nine German honorary members. Critics urge expulsion while dissenters caution against suspending judgment, fearing German influence and the risk of mocking neutrality during wartime.
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English Chemical Society
William ‘Tilden
William J. Pope
Switzerland
Relulliige
Dutch neutrality case and rail safety drive debate
The piece argues England failed to keep Asiatic allies at bay while Japan pursued expansion. It notes a hypothetical Dutch entry to war would prompt Japan to seize the Netherlands East Indies, shaping British policy on neutrality. It praises Long Island Rail Road safety efforts and a police ruling against a careless female driver, urging broader driver caution and road regulation.
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England
Japan
Holland
Little Kingdom
Greece
Netherlands
Long Island Railroad
Justice of the Peace
Lone Island Railroad Campaten Degerver Hich
Harding keynote speech signals Republican unity and rise to power
The Chicago address urges reintegration of the party and a pivot from 1912 splits. It sharpens the critique of President Wilson focusing on foreign policy failure and a weakened defense, urging leaders to select a true standard bearer and capitalize on Americanism.
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Warren Harding
Chicago
Utah
Vermont
Feaders
Mr. Harding
Wilson
Mr.Wilson
Harding
United States
Mexico
Republican Party
The Hour Finds Its Man Proposal to Roosevelt Lead
James B Townsend at Lew Verh argues the Republican Party needs a strong leader likeColonel Roosevelt to unite Americans and restore national standing. He criticizes Root and Hughes as uninspiring and contends Wilson misgoverns, urging Roosevelts nomination as essential to win the autumn election.
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The
Tribune
Roosevelt
Wilson
Atanda
Americaniam
Roosevelt Has the Real Qualities of A Great Leader, Moth Mr. Root
Justice Lighes
Militong
Colonel Roosevelt
West
Wniler
Americ
Phivago
James B. Townsend
Lew Verh
Dane Ty
Roosevelt and Rooseveltism in the Middle West Rise
The letter argues that the Middle West favors Roosevelt for the 1912 contest, doubting dark horse candidates and predicting Roosevelt’s appeal to business people and patriotic voters. It contends Roosevelt embodies national resolve and a strong presidency to lead the nation and world, urging unity for Roosevelt.
Roosevelt as the Republican Choice in 1912 Convention
A 1918 New Orleans dispatch argues Theodore Roosevelt is the universally favored candidate for the Republican National Convention. It cites broad support from party managers and delegates across regions, portraying Roosevelt as the ideal leader with proven experience and strong Americanism. The piece reflects the era's drama over party direction ahead of the 1912 ballot.
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Dinestrone
Republian
Pouytry
Theodore Roosevelt
Unita
Anti Hughes Letter Questions Presidential Ticket Support
Seguin J writes from Atlantic City on June 6 urging the Republican delegation at Chicago to nominate a candidate with strong national backing not a follower of Hughes. He argues Hughes lagged by 149,000 votes and warns party factions outside New York to reconsider, fearing defeat if Hughes is pushed forward.
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Ene
Ermuir
Chicago
Lider
Hughes
New York
Mt. Hughes
Seguin
Tune
Atlantic City
British Failure Prom The Attack of London War Commentary
A British government critique argues American access to wartime news shapes public opinion. It notes American correspondents were allowed to visit the Grand Fleet and speak with German prisoners, while British papers faced restrictions. The piece cites The New York Tribune editorials and quotes voices in Britain urging wiser leadership, condemning politicians for delaying clear explanations to the public and praising allied effort abroad. It emphasizes the frustration with perceived British insularity and calls for stronger, clearer public messaging from leadership.
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Linglinh
Ptven
Edward Grey
America
New York
New York Tribune
Butt
Eiher
Britain
Eden Reid
She Umpary
Hinh
The
Tribune
Cutlonk
Flanders
Gallipoli
Ypres
England
Ann Manadian
Patriotism Above Personalities in Roosevelt Nomination Fight
A letter criticizes Republican resistance to Colonel Roosevelt and urges support for his nomination. The writer argues patriotic duty over party loyalty, condemns personal animosity, and asserts Roosevelt’s superior fitness though acknowledges experience differs. The piece reflects intraparty debates amid 1909 era tensions.
British Rejoinder on Military Opinion Citing France
A fragmentary British rejoinder argues France sides with allies against a common enemy and praises certain wartime strategic views. It critiques neutral or opposing stances, mentioning Pasteur era figures and era events while asserting alignment with allied policy. The text references Reuben, Cawensun, and Thermos context as historical framing.
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Wriben
Huinae
Pour Civil Werthane
Samy Hemmeeh
Impareet
France
Ali Maile
Vertan
Steer
Thieme Brennan
Moby
Nipmik
Bateel Ammata
Ynu
Mary Fale
Callipel
Reuben
Livwice
Emily
Ali
Hayn
The Apparent Failure of Democracy in Paris and London
A fragmentary, period-voice critique argues democracy falters amid war pressures. It traces the waning authority of leaders, public disillusion, and the appeal of strong centralized power in Britain and the United States, referencing Tammany Hall and wartime governance. Strong entities appear in disjointed forms, with a focus on political causation and national steadiness.
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Aonanan
Paris
United
Steves of
Amorim
France
Ruben Arevicd
Brusee
Hadizallem
Tammany Hall
Metropolitan Admirer Aids City Opera Camp In 1718
A damaged notice from New York on June 3, 1718, references the Metropolitan Opera Company. It notes management actions and a public appeal, with mentions of a city event and high demand tied to the troupe. The fragmentary text references dates, locations, and organizational names within an early public notice.
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Metrapmiivan
Ray Acoin
New Vors
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