Amity Standard Sold and National GOP Talk
W C DePew sold the Amity Standard to Claude G LeMasters. Commentators debate a compromise Republican candidate with Hughes of New York mentioned. The piece notes La Follette’s potential impact had he spoken earlier in Oregon.
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Critics say Decoration Day losing its solemn observance
Critics argue that Decoration Day is increasingly treated as a gala holiday rather than a respectful observance of the departed, risking loss of its original purpose.
Roosevelt Loyalists and Critics in the Nation
The piece notes a large Roosevelt following nationwide while acknowledging substantial opposition to the idea of a single indivisible national leader, indicating a significant spectrum of views on presidential leadership.
Oregon voters accept trial by primary as Bourne faces party verdict
Senator Bourne argued the primary would place the people of Oregon on trial, not him. Voters accepted the responsibility and appeared satisfied with the outcome, with a majority of Republicans signaling they have had enough of Bourne.
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Beavers Hold Top Scores Two Seasons Into Decline
McCredie and his Beavers dominated the scorecard for two seasons but this year they sit near the bottom. Portland fans hope the team will rebound soon and climb back toward the top of the standings.
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Republican leadership urged to unite for presidential bid
The piece argues that the Republican Party must unite behind a new standard bearer to have any chance in November. It warns that continuing factional strife will lead to certain defeat, and calls for wise leaders to forget past differences and select a fresh candidate.
The Question of a Third Term
Debates on a possible third consecutive term for the U S president. Supporters cite tradition and merit while opponents fear boosted power could edge toward dictatorship and threaten republican norms.
Arteriosclerosis and Aging: Insights from Youth's Companion
A discussion on how arteries harden with age, the role of fibrous tissue and calcification, and factors like diet, overwork, and lead exposure. It notes that regular medical exams can detect early arteriosclerosis and that moderation in diet and activity helps prevent it.
Merely the President
An anecdote about Abraham Lincoln recalls a time of frequent fires in the capital. Philadelphia and other northern cities offered fire brigade services, pressing a long, tedious committee to meet Lincoln who insisted he was only the president, not head of a broader department.
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Cause of Her Mirth Bell Waggling Sparks Silent Irish Maid
A Brooklyn mistress inherits a new Irish maid from Ireland. The bell for waking her rings all morning without response. The maid finally laughs awake, saying she never touched the bell and proves it by pointing to it wagging on its own.
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When to Cut Flowers Early Morning or Evening
The best time to cut flowers is in the early morning with dew or in the evening. Immediately place stems in water, even temporarily, if immediate arranging is not possible. For long shipments, cut extra early or the previous evening and keep in water all night in a cool place to stay fresher.
Clever Toasts and Tallyrand Wit in Toast Tales
A London Tit-Bits excerpt recalls a witty ochlocratic speaker who pretends a grand intellect lacks his moment and a droll Parisian anecdote about Talleyrand dodging a toast with a bow and retreat. The piece highlights swift humor and patient audiences in early modern salon humor.
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