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Newspaper
Plattsmouth Journal
Location
Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1915
Page
4
Pride and practical worries in a wartime era
A collage of aphorisms on pride safety and work discipline. Notes on rain flood and Hessian fly impact on farmers. Observations on divorce costs marriage money and a formal appointment of Robert Lansing as secretary of state. Mentions of retinal reserve banks and a Panama Canal opening fundraiser. Reflections on youth behavior and war reporting bias.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert Lansing
Lansing Chosen as Secretary of State in War Era
The article notes President Wilson shifted from Bryan to Robert Lansing as secretary of state. Lansing, a Watertown, New York banker and diplomat, served for years in international law roles including Behring Sea arbitration and The Hague claims, shaping policy with training over party politics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Department of State
Robert Lansing
New York
Department
John Bassett Moore
Bryan
Lansing
John W. Foster
Ohio
Harrison
American Journal of International Law
United States
American Society of International Law
American Political Science Association
State Department
Behring Sea Arbitration
Behring Sea Claims Commission
the Hague
Watertown
N. Y
Congress
Democratic Party
War weariness and civic notices in Plattsmouth columns
The column discusses wartime fatigue across nations with Col. House’s observations, public sentiment for peace, and daily civic notes. It covers local items on libraries, debtors dodging creditors, and calls for library location, plus commentary on Bryan and Wilson signals and a push for community progress in Plattsmouth.
Parliament Allocates Five Billion for War Effort
The article notes a five billion dollar credit voted by Parliament to fund the war, with satirical comment on spending priorities and naval build up. It praises President Wilson for prudent appointments, especially Robert Lansing, as a capable statesman in international affairs.
June Weddings Move Toward Quick Closures
The piece notes a surge of weddings in June and urges prompt marriage, condemning long engagements as impractical. It stresses June as the ideal month and advises suitors to act quickly, framing marriage as timely and necessary.
Peace and Politics Dominate Headlines In Plattsmouth
President Wilson rests as diplomatic notes circulate about Dernburg greeting and Bryan potential as assistant secretary. Panama canal remains a focal point with Col Goethels tied to its upkeep amid cross border tensions and Mexico criticizes U S corn policy. A state house political story hints at a notable figure while writers seek lasting impact.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Bryan
Wilson
Interstate Commerce Board Delay Sparks Satire
A wry note complains that the interstate commerce commissioners postponed their ruling on baggage checks until after they escaped to a summer resort with their own trunks.
First Saturday Afternoon Convert a Successful Country Event
The first Saturday afternoon convert was a success with many country visitors enjoying it. It is deemed the proper caper and will be continued through the summer season.
Psychological light amid summer toil and politics
A Chicago convention speech urges optimism as a key business force while discussing psychology and confidence. The piece notes stories of waves of mood in Georgia and warns against gloom in newspapers and politics. It ends with a remark on Illinois marriage laws and their validity across states.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilson
Joseph H. Finn
Associated Advertising Clubs
Chicago
Finn
Philospher
Georgia
World-Herald
Bilious Attack Remedy Promoted in Ad Copy
An advertisement explains a bilious attack stems from liver failure and stomach irritation. It urges taking Chamberlain's Tablets to tone the liver and cleanse the stomach, promising quick recovery. The product is said to cost a quarter and be obtainable everywhere.
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Plattamouth
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R. A. Bates
Advan
Pope
Mexico
Belgium
Poland
Serbia
Russia
China
Soi
Raymond George Albert Nicholas Joffre Pourtais
Panama Canal
Europe
Germany
William J. Bryan
Baltimore
Woodrow Wilson
Mr. Lansing
Missouri
Plattsmouth
America
Col. House
Library Board
South America
Col
Goethels
Mr. B
State House
Interstate Commerce Commissioners
Psychological
Lake
Lofty Mountain
Palm Beach
Illinois
Dunne
Fletcher
Atla
Ceeentaunm
D. J. Reynolds
Osteopathic
Coates’ Building
Wyoming
Colorado
Powell
Wyo
Yellowstone Park
Scotts Bluff
S. G. Howard
Farnam Street
Omaha
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