End of an Illusion and the Prussian Peace Question
The article argues that Allied victory is necessary to end Prussian aggression and reject a so called victorious peace. It cites Lloyd George and France Russia and Britain, condemns Germany’s expansionism from Silesia to Alsace Lorraine, and asserts peace requires dismantling Prussian law and conquering the will to attack as a condition for lasting settlement. Verdun is praised as a civilization’s turning point akin to Thermopylae.
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Lloyd George
Germany
Vatican
White House
United States
Bull Run
Gettyebure
Chickamauga
France
Britain
Russia
Prumsia
Frederick the Great
William
Prussia
Silesia
Poland
Schleswig-Hobten
Hanover
Alsace-Lorraine
Serbia
Dse
Europe
Bethmann-Hollwer
Frederick
Belgium
Louvain
Ascheny Rheims
Arras
Soimions
Verdun
Liege
Lutsk
Bernhardi
Napoleon
Leipzig
Waterloo
Moscow
Appomattox
Luxemburg
England
the Tribune
Far East
Turgenietf
Dostolevsky
Krylof
Ostrowsky
Bulmont
China
Japan
East
John Hays Hammond
National Association of Manufacturers
Italy
Switzer Ind
Bismarck
Mottke
Hohenzollerns
Is Our Prosperity Ethical in War Profiteering Debate
The author argues the United States benefits from war profits and European misery, noting critics miscast prosperity as unethical. It contends trade in wartime is natural, urges specific charges against individuals, and condemns profiteering methods whether in war or peace.
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United States
Europe
America
Ends of suffrage debate spark moral victory claim
The author argues that woman suffrage's approval by the Republican National Convention marks a moral victory with limited immediate enfranchisement. The shift, driven by broad sentiment from late elections, signals momentum toward broader political change, while cautioning against overcrediting any single actor. The piece critiques fashionably ascetic dieting and promotes balanced exercise and health.
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St. Louis
Recognition In Mexico A Peculiar US Policy
The piece discusses U S recognition of Mexican leaders Carranza over Huerta and Villa, noting Washington’s stance. It frames Carranza as the valid government while denying direct cooperation with Villa and deferring to official policy. It highlights tensions over who should be recognized and when troops may be withdrawn.
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Pon Monet
Mexico
Wilson
Carranca
Huerta
Earti
Villa
Carranza
Iand
France’s Madness Sparked by Legionry Pride and Liberty
Gerald De Polo of New York lauds France’s wartime zeal, praising its chivalry and devotion to liberty. He argues the French resolve embodies justice and humanity, urging faith in the nation’s noble aims and the Foreign Legion’s defense of civilization.
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The
Tribune
Europe
France
Foreign Legion
Gerald DE Polo
New York
Medical Corps Urges Graduates to Enlist for National War Prep
Dr Keon urges Jefferson Medical College graduates and practicing physicians to join the Medical Reserve Corps as part of national preparedness. He notes warly detestable to many, but urges intelligent preparation. About 20,000 volunteer doctors are sought by the Army Surgeon General and would start within months for care of wounded soldiers.
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Jefferson Medical College
Medical Reserve Corps
Keon
United States Army
Property tax figures mislead on prohibition debate
A letter from A C Pleydel argues against using Kansas and Nebraska assessed valuations to praise prohibition. He notes Kansas reformed its tax system in 1907, boosting assessed value dramatically, while Nebraska remained low. He warns census estimates on true wealth vary and stressed the need for context and cross checking figures.
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The
Tribune Sarr
Nia
Whidden Graham
Rollins
Everhart
Tribune Today
Kansas
Nebraska
Credite Kansas
Nebrasks
Kansan
A.C. Pleydel
New York
A Pyrrhic Victory Stirs Debate on German Naval Gain
A Tribune letter argues the German victory in the naval battle brings little beyond glory, questioning its real gains for Germany and drawing a parallel to the Jim Corbett versus Fitzsimmons bout. The piece contemplates the war’s cost and the true outcome for the Hohenzollerns.
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The
Tribune
Germany
Hohenzollerns
England
Jim Corbett
Fitasimmons
Mr. Corbett
New York
Westervelt
Patriotism as seen in a 1916 newspaper letter
A 1916 letter to The Tribune editor questions narrow views of patriotism in New York. It parodies public displays from parades and flag salutes to donations, bazaars, or reactions to performances, lampooning overly performative acts and praising genuine national spirit.
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the Tribune
Marjorie Sterrett
New York
M. Daniels
United States and Russia to guide postwar world balance
In a letter from New York dated June 3 1916 Ivan Narodny argues Europe will bankrupt and the United States will steer civilization. He favors closer Anglo Russian ties and a future where Russia’s aesthetics and America’s economy complement each other, with Russia transforming into a democratic partner.
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United States
Europe
America
Russia
England
France
Ravi
Ivan Narodny
New York
Crime Over Telephone Wires in Editorial Letter
Letter to the editor from New York dated June 7 1916 argues against policing wiretapping and equating clergy with criminals. It contends the Mayor and police abuse privilege and cites Kings County Grand Jury findings and Thompson committee investigations to challenge editorial support.
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Wawtor
The
Frioune
Siri
Asume
Kings County Grand Jury
Thompson
Axa Martyr
Xatica
Meir
Grand Jury
Thompson Committee
JL Me
New York
The Weaknesses of Women in Suffrage Debates
A reader from Stratford Conn objects to women’s suffrage rhetoric, arguing that female gatherings reveal vanity and jealousy rather than strength, and doubts voting will reform politics or reduce conflict. The letter notes perceived distractions and detractors among women, questioning suffrage’s impact.
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Tre Ificune
In Aid of Ireland Appeals to American Aid
A June 10 appeal to Americans seeks relief funds for Ireland amid distress caused by European conflict. The piece notes historical Irish aid to the Pilgrim Fathers during King Philip's War and cites 17th century records of Irish charity amid Massachusetts and Connecticut disputes over shares.
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the Tribune
Ireland
Europe
Pilgrim Fathers
Philip
New England
Massachusetts
Connecticut
Rhode Island
Katherine
Dublin
Heaton
Machusett
Council of
Trish Committee
Boston
Masmachusetts
Plymouth
Mamachusetts
Mr. Omrien
New York
Question on Wilsons Mexico policy debated in letter
A Newark reader asks whether President Wilson dodged or eventually faced the Mexican question. The writer argues Wilson intervened diplomatically rather than with American troops and asks who is correct in this assessment.
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The
Tribune
Wilson
Foc
Newark
Hig
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