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Newspaper
New York Tribune
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1916
Page
2
The British fleet faced a contested engagement with German forces, with later accounts debating whether the British avoided decisive action or were overwhelmed. The Tribune's commentary attacks Secretary Daniels, condemning his leadership and judgment while arguing for naval modernization and centralized control.
The article notes William J. Bryan shed tears at a St. Louis convention as Glynn praised Wilson for keeping the country out of war. It argues Bryan left the Cabinet over method, not principle, and that his pacifist stance and desire to shield the nation from war defined his actions and rhetoric. It questions the authenticity of Wilson’s war avoidance and highlights Bryan’s enduring devotion to pacifism.
German writers softened their post Jutland and Dogger Bank narratives. They disputed claims of a British cruiser sunk to balance losses of the Blohor, gradually toning down initial glowing reports given to the public.
The Philadelphia Record reprints part of our editorial while misreading our stance on vocations training and promotions. We defend Secretary Daniels for supportive enlist promotions, and criticize his naval education emphasis over frontline defense, arguing his policy undermines national defense and morale.
Fire Commissioner Adamson argues publicity is vital for public business. He warns officials who fail to inform via newspapers lose support, and says advertising may be necessary to educate citizens about city actions. He criticizes dull politics and urges direct, appealing communication.
The Women's International League recalls Mrs Asquith's 1908 pledge that franchise reform would include women. The piece argues wartime service proves women's indispensability and predicts large future participation in industry and unions, with many unlikely to leave work postwar. It cites Labour and women's groups noting shifts in employment and organization.
The American commercial attaché in Peking notes Arbor Day has been added to public festivals alongside China’s Ching Ming observance. Roosevelt's conservation messages show vast forest loss, stressing no water equals no life. China’s population density concentrates in few provinces, while most of the land remains sparsely populated. Restoring forests would require millennia of planting and cultivation.
Mrs Edmund J Baylies, chairwoman for the American Committee for Training in Suitable Trades the Maimed Soldiers of France, thanks The Tribune for reporting and notes a $75,000 gift by Edward J Stotesbury of Philadelphia to establish trade schools at Maison Unnche Newilly sur Marne with $15,000 for setup and $50,000 for teachers and one year operations. The letter dated York June 14 1918 urges further gifts to expand schooling across France.
A reader letter from New Haven dated June 14 1908 attacks the German American Alliance and their candidate Hughes accusing their revenge motive and urging continued Republican support for America while noting many local Republicans will back the issue. The writer claims lifelong Republican loyalty and criticizes concessions to Pot diam.
A White Plains reader critiques The Tribune for backing Hughes over Wilson and Roosevelt, urging the paper to oppose hyphenism and favor a loyal, honorable candidate. The letter notes limited Republican enthusiasm for Hughes and asks Roosevelt to head the Progressive party again. June 14, 1916.
In New York on June 14 1916 readers debate Judge Hughes undiluted Americanism and the campaign slogan. The Tribune questions meaning and tone amid national currents and anti American sentiment.
A New York correspondent applauds an editorial urging President Hughes to denounce Hyphenates who punish anti German sentiment. He warns that lacking rebuke could cost Hughes support in the election and urges courage and Americanism. June 14.
A New York reader endorses Theodore Roosevelt for the Republican nomination but commits to supporting Charles E. Hughes for president if he opposes Hyphenites and foreigners guiding policy. The writer asserts Americanism should be undisputed by all papers and expects Progressive and Republican backing in the 1916 race.
A New York letter dated June 15 1914 endorses Roosevelt supporters and the views of George Coggeshall D W Diggs and others praising their opinions in today’s paper. It notes Mr Hughes involvement and argues for credit to those who helped.
A garbled note claims James W. Foutz acted under dictation by the German Kaiser while nominating a Chicago figure for the presidency. The fragmentary text appears to critique or parody political process and national origins without clear dates or outcomes.
Roswell A Benedict of New York protests Tribune editorials on Undiluted Americanism in June 1918. He questions presumption of innocence for Mr Hughes and argues against blanket suspicion of German Americans while urging precise charges and safeguards for loyalty.
Atlantic City June 19 1916 reports Colonel Moonavelt plans to join the Republican party. The article praises his talents and broad views while asserting momentum toward a more optimistic political stance.
In a letter from Albany dated June 14 1916 Gordon P Gleason defends Mr Hughes against accusations from Mr Adolph Ackermann praising Hughes as American and a Republican party standard bearer. The writer asserts Hyphenates support does not define his candidacy and urges unity for Hughes to uphold national honor and American rights. Torrington Conn June 14 1916ALE ALBEE signs note.
A reader writes to the editor opposing Justice Hughes before the nomination but now supports him after his clear language. The writer claims Ultra-Americanism suits T. HL and believes the nominee will receive strong backing from him.
George L. Rappler criticizes the Republican leadership and editorials over Roosevelt Hughes and the German American vote. He argues Roosevelt should back Wilson, says the Chicago convention record shows the party drifting, and warns the Bourbons have damaged the GOP. He praises the editor for courage.
A Cheviog New Jersey reader complains that The Tribune is not the same paper of former years. The writer asks if the paper plans to abandon the Republican party and accuses it of undermining Justice Hughes and the Republican candidate for President in a subtle, disappointing way.
A June 15 1916 letter from New York defends hyphenated Americans against anti immigrant attacks. The writer challenges President and press portrayals while praising Jewish Americans and noting pro Allied sentiment in major papers.
A reader from Columbiaville, New York protests the Tribune’s political stance. The letter accuses the paper of backing Theodore Roosevelt and Bull Moose influence, requests a clear Republican alignment, and notes long-time readership and disappointment over silence after Hughes's nomination.
New York June 14 1918 letter argues voters must scrutinize candidates for president amid world crisis. It contrasts two contenders and urges clear positions on Belgium Lusitania and WWI policy to guide November choice. The author cites Hughes and Wilson era actions, urging explicit views before the election.
A New York reader denounces a Tribune editorial and calls for unity. Oscar T. Peck declares the paper guilty of moral treason and threatens to stop reading the Times. The letter contrasts The Tribune with The New York World and The New York Sun as the nation debates unity in 1916.
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