McAdoo Attack Spurs Debate Over Liberty Loan Ads
A Tribune column defends press freedom while criticizing Secretary McAdoo and Cabinet advisers for pushing censorship fears and threatening to curb criticism of the Liberty Loan campaign. The piece argues the administration seeks protection from accountability and warns against a drift toward dictatorship.
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Sila
Vonwerpa
Wilton
McAdoo
Gregory
Lansing
Daniea
Wade
Innet
McAileo
Liberty Loan
Liberty
Robert W. Woolley
National Advertising Board
Uve
Riral
Ismoe
Herking
Ainaber Sud
MpAdoo
McAdon
Tribune
Stout
Fedfel
Punishment for Death Trap Fire Prompted by Factory Laxity
A fire at a factory killed twelve when an investigation found lax safety inspections by the Indertrind Commission and inadequate worker protection. The owner Mrs. Diamond faced a sentence after Sully pleaded, with Bachin and Lene linked to the fatal trap. Community pressure calls for severe punishment to deter facility owners and officials.
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Beeablys Welch
Indertrind
Sully
Diamond
Bachin
Factory safety laws call for owner responsibility amid failures
The text argues that laws fail to protect workers and rely on factory managers and building owners to ensure safety. State inspections are fallible and often ineffective, risking deadly traps. It hopes the cases of Mr. Diamond and Barkin will shock factory owners into addressing hazards and potential prison liability for deadly conditions inside their facilities.
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Tno
Diamond P
Barkin
Mayor Mitchel Letter Acknowledges Police Reforms After Cruger Case
The editorial lauds Mayor Mitchel for a fair letter addressing the Cruger case, praising police improvements while urging a full, thorough investigation by the Commissioner of Accounts. It calls for continued reform to prevent corruption, noting Ruth Crager’s fate as a warning and stressing future vigilance.
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Cruger
Mitchel
Wallstein
Vire
Ac_counts
Ruth Crager
The Real Mother of Reform and the Women’s March
A reflective piece argues reform is driven by bold pioneers like Dr. Mary Walker yet credits later groups such as the Staten Island women’s caravan from St. George. It praises women entering men’s jobs, noting dress and work norms shifting as reform becomes a steady, unromantic but essential force.
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Mary Walkers
Walker
Caralvanore
St. George
Staten Island
Pacifists and their views on England and Germany
The article critiques pacifist figures such as Victor Berger Emma Goldman and Alexander Berkman for their anti England stance while praising liberty under democratic systems. It notes their sympathy for Germany and asserts their neutrality is questioned by the author amid US entry into the war.
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United States
Apas Les de Victor Berger
Algernon Leo
Mirris Hilljust
Emma Goldman
Alexander Berkman
Usted States
England
Berger Hill
Pacifist Silence on German Atrocities in Wartime Debate
A critique argues that British rule demonstrates a practical democratic form while US pacifists ignore German crimes. The author contrasts perceived Anglo political virtue with indifference to atrocities such as the murder of children and assaults on French and Belgian women, urging consistent moral outrage.
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Britain
United States
Ciermany
Europe
Germany
England
Little Childrer
Civic Concerts Open Second Summer Season Under Pierre Monteux
The Civic Concerts begin a second season led by French conductor Pierre Monteux. Founders of the Society provide a hall and an orchestra of high standing, aiming to offer wholesome, fine music amid wartime demands. The concerts seek to inspire patriotism and attract serious arts patrons.
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Pierre Monteux
Colnista
Certai
Maiiun Square Garden
Eivie
TL Rahn
Wrr
Vanishing Whale and the Global Whaling Debate
A fragmented nineteenth century style piece discusses whale extermination and the economic pull of whaling in Batleh Columbia. It notes investments in fish reduction plants, consumer profits from whale products, and calls for international conservation actions akin to sealing laws, referencing a US Canada conservation accord.
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Enon
On Bend
Miliohe
Dollare
Batleh
Columbia
United States
Canada
Hal Hut
Selon
Cleveland Population Dreams and the Greater Cleveland Plan
A fragmented report outlines Cleveland and Cuyahoga County growth hopes with population targets near 1,000,000 and economic milestones. It references local leaders, regional planning, and the goal of showcasing a broader Cleveland line through official records and timely action.
German Business in England From the Leaden Oathea
An archaic article fragment discusses German business influence in England. It mentions Teutonic power, a master and regality, and hints at wartime policy and legal authority shaping commerce. The text is fragmentary and riddled with OCR errors.
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England
Tustiep
Jaye
Women Detectives To The Raitor Or Une Dripune
A mid late 19th century letter discusses reforming crime detection in New York City. Henry T. Herry of Brooklyn argues for a women led detective branch supervised by the Commissioner, with appointees from women’s associations and gubernatorial approval. He praises Grace Hussiston and a private detective for their efforts. The writer urges public suggestions to curb crime and polled investigations.
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Mbrs
Rushfrnger
Cocchi
Newbors
Grace Hussiston
Henry T. Herry
Brioklyn
Protective Association Urges City Safety Measures
A letter from a Brooklyn parent dated June 20 1917 urges the Tribune's Parents Protective Association to establish funds to hire detectives and guardians to monitor and deter crime against children. The writer condemns city inaction and calls for organized vigilance to protect youths from peril.
The World Moves by Alvin M. Higgins
The piece argues that both radicals and capitalists fail to shape society, noting factions like anarchists, nihilists, socialists, and merchants, while praising nations like France and the United States for evolving views on suffrage and military service. It cites lingering dangers to liberty and contrasts past and present attitudes toward duty, climate of reform, and conscription as of June 18, 1017.
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The
Tribune
Dnarchists
Nihiliene
Sociatists
Inmerchete
Capitelista Ard Tie Jouetionarier
Prohibition Party
United States
Perron
Alvin M. Higgins
New York
Beer or Bread Desires Pay Split in Amish Family Row
URS. E. O. Rest of Raritan asks editor about a dispute over share of bread or beer for two sons in the United States Naval Reserve. He claims Mrs. Sielth and Mr Hoover divide groceries unfairly, seeks a check for either beer or bread rather than a cash amount. He requests guidance on whether his demand is reasonable.
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the Tribune
United States Naval
Meith
Howrer Lake
Sielth
Was the Cake a Paté To fen Editor of The Tribune
The reader argues about the famous Marie Antoinette cake remark amid the French Revolution lore. A note suggests the practical joke referenced a cheap cake or crust mix, noting wartime shortages and substitutions. Margaret K. Smith of Katonah, New York, signs the letter dated June 14, 1917.
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Fen
the Tribune
Siti
Tom Sinter
Lous XV
Brent
Margaret KK. Smith
Katonah
Public urged for uncensored press on war camp failures
Ed. B New York argues in a wartime letter that training camps for draft arms lack proper preparation and that press scrutiny is essential. He cites naval contracts with bookmakers, calls for Harvard Yale and other colleges to train officers, and praises Harvard’s reserve force drilling twelve hours daily with French terms and officer instructors.
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Tor
the Tribune
War Department
Navy Department
Whitman
Washington
Editora
Wil
West Point
France
Plattsburg
Plattaburg
Marvard University
Oficers
United States Army
Harvard Orlers
Uber
Cordier, Bowen and Shannon
United States
Gneral Edwards
Department of the Northeast
Eranwd
Nia
Harvard Regiment
Teach Crop Feeding To the Editor of The Tribune cv
Arthur Phelte-Mare argues the Department of Agriculture seeks a large appropriation to educate farmers in scientific crop feeding. He critiques past practices, urges practical guidance on soil nutrients, fertilizers, and method adoption, and warns against reliance on outdated methods. New York, June 20, 1917.
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Department of Agriculture
Wright
Wilks
Department of
France
Bietin
Hayead
Gmrioht
Emi
Anthur Phelte-Mare
New York
Origin of the United States flag remains unresolved
In a New York letter dated June 29 1017 Gherardi Davis argues the Betsy Ross tale is legends and Washington’s papers show little link to the flag. He notes no committee reports or Washington letters confirm origin and asserts the flag arose independently with limited Revolutionary use.
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Ritter
Mrmmy
Sete
United State Ang
Lloyd Balderston
Peles Hartiton
Werhine Tun
Washington
Army
Ie Ware
Philadelphia
Betsy Ross
Gage
Rae
Gherardi Davis
New York
Red Cross Week Proposed Through New York Theatres
Henrietta A Koch of Woodbridge New Jersey suggests a Red Cross week in theatres nationwide to raise substantial funds. She notes a thoroughly advertised drive could yield enough to support Red Cross work for months and asks theatre managers if they would adopt the plan.
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Red Cross
Red
Ross
New York Theatres
Red Ci Cross
Henrietta A. Koch
Woodbridge
N. J
Red Cross Dividends and Special Checks Question
A letter from The Tribune discusses Red Cross dividends declared during Red Cross Week. The writer asks how much the special dividends total and whether the funds will be turned over to the Red Cross, proposing a two companion schemes to distribute benefits to members and families. The piece seeks guidance on payout mechanics and impact on Red Cross treasury.
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Tribune
Red Cross
Eumanus
Skure
Iowa
Uae
Bnformatiien
Gould
Howe
Pete Apecal
Inventor’s letter details a failed plan to claim naval bounty
A long, distorted letter from New York dated June 18 1947 describes an inventor’s attempt to obtain naval funds through a scheme or plan. The writer blames the committee investigation and cites conflicting messages from Admiral Roussany and others. The account references police bolts and a thwarted effort, with the author claiming others discouraged his actions.
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Salymarines
BOE
Engi
Lowrith
Wafi
Saunders Churman
Naval Consulting Based
Treiety
Mos
Moek
Moss Police
Boltar Francs
Yyundeke
Pierte
York
Oeyring
Businuas
William
Prvanelly
Che Huni
Admiral Roussany
Hie
Ycamieny
Plata
Acton Lonax
New York
Essay on democracy and law obedience in American press
The article contends democracy demands law obedience and civic restraint. It highlights steady trust in republican values, praising composure and silence amid calls for democratic reform while noting reader reactions and debates.
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The
Teinune
Ray Stannard
Annnae
Rene
Maby
Stannard Ie
Sippears
Preston
Yniie Mont Madre
Caagres
Reader seeks play “The Fatal Pin” from Tribune history
Letter from Katharine G. Elswol of Watertown New York dated June 17 requests any archived notice or script of a thirty year old Tribune feature titled The Fatal Pin. She asks readers to confirm existence and availability of the short play.
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the Tribune
Katharine. G. Elswo
Watertown
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