Candidacy and Wilson Policy Question Debate Rages
An article adapted from the New York World questions what a Supreme Court candidate would do in President Wilson's place and whether foreign policy changes would be to Germany's advantage or lead to conflict. It contrasts Wilson's leadership with the Republican Party and cites Harvard's Charles W. Eliot on party power and national service.
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New York
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Charles W. Eliot
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Atlantic Monthly
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H. C. Havemeyer
Sugar Trust
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Wiom Randulph Hearst
O. A. P. Belmont
John Anys Hammond
Mary Drefer
New York Society
Pocatello
Tdcho
Democratic Naonal Committee
BOY RY '1
Hughth
Farmers Rewarded by Wilson for Averting Railway Strike
Farmers faced potential ruin if a nationwide rail strike had paralyzed shipments. President Wilson brokered eight hour work rules, averting disaster for crops valued at hundreds of millions. Ford telegram warned of industrial paralysis without action, while critics framed the episode as a confrontation between big interests and labor.
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A Prayer for the Nations in Humble Petition
A reflective plea addressed to God for mercy and guidance amid turmoil. The prayer confesses sin, seeks understanding of divine wrath, and asks that people see God, hear His Voice, and turn to righteous obedience through the Son. It ends with an Amen and Alleluia.
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Goa
Phou
Guy Sion
Hosta
Local residents and visitors noted in Pekin Advance notices
Locals Alva Wyman had his residence treated with paint. HW Dartin and Coco shipped are road of fags, Wednesday. BU Gall visited Salem Tuesday. The Tush Wire Store was well attended Wednesday. Norris Spurgeon Route 3 Burden is a new subscriber to the Advance. Mack Waisner Route 13 Pekin joined the Advance family. Mr. and Mrs. Edvin Rorman and daughter of East Polk were Pekin visitors Wednesday. Civill Service exam attendees from here at Salem Saturday. Kt. Owens of Salem, leading monument dealer, was a frequent caller. Tuesday, Mr. and Mrs. Gee Wells and son visited in Pekin. Lawrence Temple subscribes to the Advance Route 3, Dordren. Hubert Chandler of Lost College renewed his subscription Wednesday. Arthur Speike and family of Bedford visited Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Wells Sunday. Andrew Keisler of Bradford attended the Tash Wire Sale and visited Pekin Wednesday. Good sweet apple cider available at Curtis Restaurant by glass, gallon, or barrel. Doug G. Thompson caught an 18 inch bass in the Hine River Tuesday, claiming season’s largest and championship eligibility.
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Dartin & Coco
BU Gall
Salem
Norris Spurgeon
Burden
Mack Waisner
Pekin
Edivin Rorman
East Polk
Kt.n. Owens
Gee. Wells
Faralive
Pesinesa
Lawrence Temple
Hine River
Advertising Pays Pekin Big Sale Draws Crowds
Advertising has clearly proven its value in Pekin this past week. The big sale at Pelrod’s store drew crowds from near and far with 4 clerks kept busy from 7 to 10 each day. Shoppers learned they could buy anything they want cheaper in Pekin than in nearby towns, signaling strong local demand.
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Take Chamber Wong Remedy Against Cold
A garbled notice discusses remedies for a cold and cautions against risky experiments. It mentions a remedy claimed to aid with fever and flu symptoms, urging cautious use and noting evidence from anteenth series. Readers are advised to seek safer, proven treatments.
Criticism on an ivsne yam and scholarly rebuttal
A writer delivers a dense, imperfect critique of a nameless artifact or pamphlet, addressed to an advisor of a poor individual. The tone hints at sectarian concerns and a request for careful consideration, promising to read full allegorical cases next week. The author aims to avoid sectarianism while noting religious beliefs and friendship.
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Tod Dane
Rufus
Cut This Qut It Is Worth Money
Fragmented ad copy promising a trial package from Sety Foley & Co Chicago. Mentions Foley’s Honey and Tar and various dubious medicines. Reads like a misleading promoted health offer with unclear product details and hope of quick relief.
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Sety Foley & Co
Chicago
Foley
Fay Markland
Bohemians Like Fountain Pen Rise in Bohemia
Fountain pens are popular among business men students and Clerka in Bohemia. Philosopher Talks quote Uncle Bhen stating people who claim to know all they know rarely reveal much worth telling.
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Bohemia
Uncle Bhen
Daily Thought on Exercise and Influence
A compact reflection by B Morrison from GB discusses daily exercise and the unnoticed impact of our actions. It notes how dreaming or not dreaming can affect others, urging mindful conduct and the subtle power we hold over people around us.
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Tme
B. Morrison
Old Time Remembrance and Household Tip
A brief reminiscence about a wet cat brought indoors on a dark rainy day and a daughter’s witty remark. Also a home repair note explains a cement mix using glycerin and litharge to create a thick paste for repairing cracked oil reservoirs or making tight joints. The mixture hardens quickly after mixing.
Popular Japanese Pickle as Vital Accessory to Meals
A description of the Japanese pickle highlights its key ingredients vegetables such as cucumbers eggplant and turnips. The pickling mix uses salt rice bran and vinegar to flavor the vegetables while noting the strong taste and aroma may be objectionable to some.
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Japan
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