Italy to reform cabinet for unified war effort
The Tribune argues that Italy must reshuffle its war ministries to unite political forces behind victory. It notes pressures from Austro-Hungarian offensives, Russian Galician and Bukowina moves, and parallels with France Britain and even Germany Russia Germany. The piece contends a broader cabinet will align with national resolve and strengthen sea power.
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United States
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No clear authority for a one day acting president in March
The article discusses the lack of sound authority for a acting president for a day and a half between March 4 and March 7. It notes that historically the oath has been postponed to a convenient hour, with Sunday considerations and public opinion influencing preference. It cites Mr Lansing and the possibility of noon on March 7 as the time chosen by the next president elect.
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Hughes
Lincoln
Wilton
Supreme Court
The Tribune Calls for Hughes Typhen Answer Now
The Tribune insists Republican candidate Hughes must issue a prompt clear statement on the Typhen issue. It warns silence risks aiding German American leaders and papers and argues Hughes should oppose Wilson’s policies, not Roosevelt’s, to win the coming campaign.
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Hughes
Woodrow Wilson
Theodore Roosevelt
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Mr. Wilson
Mr. Roosevelt
Allied Bazaar Captivates New York With Genrous Spirit
The Allied Bazaar at Grand Central Palace draws vast crowds in a neighborly effort to aid France and allies. Moments in daily programs and items like a Pegoud motor energize the event, while Mme Calvé’s rendition evokes strong patriotic feeling and shared sacrifice.
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Pegoud
France
Mme. Calvé
Avr Armes
Citoyena
Navy’s Opportunity for Super-Dreadnoughts Expansion
The article urges increasing naval spending to build two new super-dreadnoughts while supporting five battle-cruisers and four scout cruisers. It argues the battleship remains the core fighting unit, citing Skagerrak Falkland Islands and Dogger Bank battles as evidence, and calls for expanding the navy to strengthen scouting and overall strength.
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Padgett
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Senate
General Board of the Navy
No Presidential Interregnum Myth Debunked in 19th Century Letters
The discussion centers on the supposed 36 hour gap between a president’s term ending and the next term beginning. Letters argue there is no legal hiatus unless Congress delays declaring the new president’s term. historical examples show varying oath times and a customary noon oath on March 4.
Diphtheria Antitoxin Evaluation Warps Health Inquiry
A health department inquiry misleads about diphtheria trends noting stagnant cases despite antitoxin use. History shows antitoxin improving mortality long before 1907, with Paris and Germany reporting sharp declines. Experts urge earlier, sufficient injections to realize benefits, as cautioned by the Health Commissioner.
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Paris
Loefler
Germany
Pageantry and Patriotism in Boston Through Pageants
In Boston the American Pageant Association promotes pageants as an educational and patriotic art form. Outdoor pageants can vividly revive historical achievements, giving heroes spectacular settings with music and color. The piece argues pageants can recount discovery, printing, industrial progress, and other notable moments to educate and inspire.
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American Pageant Association
Columbus
Ploneer
Rainfall Extremes Across Hawaii in 1916 Report
The meteorologist at Maran notes 1916 precipitation totals in Hartford at 40.27 inches, below normal, while Honomu station in South Hilo reports 44.44 inches, exceeding Hartford’s 1915 total. Island-wide stations show over 100 inches, with only seven rainy days in the week ending April 30, signaling a dramatic deluge in places.
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Hawaii
Shakespeare of the screen praised by Howard Irving Young
Howard Irving Young of New York argues that motion pictures are steadily gaining stature as a companion art to the stage and literature. He envisions a day when a true photoshramatist, the Shakespeare of the screen, earns honors once reserved for dramatists or novelists. June 9, 1916.
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Carping
Herbert Tree
Macbeth
Thespis
Especial
Howard Irving Young
New York
Quaker Soldier in Civil War Remembered by kin
Robert Grimshaw recalls Daniel Kent, a captain in the 4th Delaware, and notes many Quakers served from Wilmington to the War of the Rebellion. He mentions a regiment raised by his half-brother and highlights the Quaker contribution. June 1916.
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Daniel Kent
4Th Delaware
Robert Grimshaw
New York
Hughes and the hyphenate vote in the nation
A Boston Advertiser opinion piece argues Mr. Hughes must reject German American favoritism and insist on a unified American identity. It claims hyphenated loyalty could undermine his White House bid and predicts his stance on Mexican, European, and preparedness issues will define anti Wilson support for a Roosevelt led progressive coalition.
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Boston Daily
Charles Evane Hughes
Hughes
Wale
Mr. Hughes
Roosevelt
How to Enlist an Army to the Editor of The Tribune
A retired U S Army veteran offers a detailed plan to recruit train and train youth into a strong national army. Proposals cover three year regular service with honorable discharge options schooling uniforms drills cadet entry merit exams and stricter officer selection plus retirement detail reforms and ethical standards for personnel. Washington June 9 1910.
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Tribune
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Tenn
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Wash
West Points
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U.S. Army
Washington
Army service as a path to honor and work
A reader from Brooklyn in June 1918 argues that military service crates a badge of honor and economic value only for the soldier. He recalls rising from laborer to sergeant, yet struggles to win civilian employment and questions why preparedness advocates overlook veterans with honorable discharges.
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Marine Corps
Brooklyn
Making Army Service Worth While Letter Sparks Debate
A retired U S Army musician from Highland Falls N Y argues that army advancement from enlisted to officers is strong and accessible. He contends a modern army needs civilian officers and questions the Tribune’s views on caste, democracy, and discipline, urging informed support for military reforms.
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Tosday
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Dominican intervention tests Pan American policy
Phorema argues U S action in the Dominican Republic tests Wilson’s Pan American stance. He cites landing of American forces in Santo Domingo amid a disputed provisional government, questions motives of preserving peace, and warns intervention risks fueling Latin American unrest while serving domestic political aims. He notes revenue control and foreign influence concerns behind the intervention and calls for scrutiny of U S motives.
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