Western center of gravity shifts to 1920 presidential race
The New York Times editorial notes the West gaining influence in nominating politics. It highlights Poindexter Borah Johnson as leading Far West contenders and credits Western states with potential pivotal votes if woman suffrage advances. It argues against the old rule that a candidate must come from east of the Mississippi.
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Pacific Coast
New York Times
Mississippi
East
West
Far West
United States
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Borah
Johueon
Johnson
Railroad Corporation
Senate
League of Nations
William E. Borah
Idaho
Wayne County
Ril
Kansas State University
United States Senate
Salem Witchcraft Town Echoes of Dark Days
The article recalls Salem as famed for witchcraft history while noting the fading terror of witch trials. It mentions tourist witch lore, cemetery legends near Gallows Hill, and a reverent tone toward Puritan days and condemned witches. It also shifts to a 19th century science anecdote about Wheatstone and retina imagery.
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Salem
Sarah Good
Elizabeth
Ga Hillic
Brain study claim sparks cautious public interest
Dr Fraser challenges common views by asking if one can truly see their own brain. The discussion, sparked by historical curiosity, cites earlier sensational claims about brain inspection and candle experiments, noting the odd questions surrounding brain visibility and perception.
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Fraser
London
Taft recounts how veterans from France change after the war
William Howard Taft notes two returning doughboys who show new skills and attitudes after service in France. One, formerly a hotel clerk, is offered a head chamberman job due to his overseas experience. The other, bold in love, questions a courtship, reflecting a shift in perspective from wartime experiences.
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France
William Howard Taft
America
New York
Through the Gates of the Maghreb Excerpt in Asia Magazine
A descriptive passage from Elsie F. Well's Through the Gates of the Maghreb depicts Moorish Morocco’s narrow lanes, heavy gates, courtyards, mosaics, arches, and a tranquil marble fountain in a sunlit courtyard. The excerpt contrasts foreign visitors with the wary local welcome.
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Morocco
Tyre
Anatolia District Described in Paria Peace Conference
The report notes Anatolia as one of five large Turkish provinces divided into Armenia, Mesopotamia, Kurdistan and itself. It lies between the Mediterranean and Black seas and houses about seven million people, with the bulk of Turkey's population.
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Paria
Mediterranean
Black Seas
Turkey
Armenia
Ria
Mesopotamia
Kurdistan
Ten Tests to Pick a Gary Motor Truck for Economy
A vintage ad urges buyers to choose a Gary Motor Truck based on ten tests. It argues investment value, reduced operating costs, simplicity in maintenance, balanced weight distribution, appropriate load capacity, continuous operation, dependable dealer support, and standardized parts, to ensure long term savings and reliability.
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Gary
Gary Motor
America
Sahrteee
Aioe
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