Editorial on Judge Hughes nomination and American leadership
An unsigned editorial argues against Senator Walsh and his pledge to curb nominations by claiming it would strike a fatal blow to the federal judiciary. It counters the critique by noting Woodrow Wilson’s educational background and arguing presidents come from varied backgrounds, urging courage in drafting leaders from all walks of life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senator Walsh
Hughes
Walsh
Woodrow Wilson
New Jersey
Princeton
Wilson
America
Christy Mathewson Remembered By New York Baseball
The text mourns Christopher Mathewson a famed Giants pitcher from Bucknell who captivated New York fans. It recalls his early rise from campus to the Polo Grounds and his lasting example of sportsmanship and talent inspiring youth, with the city lamenting his passing and praising his impact on sport and culture.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Polo Grounds
Gotham
Christy
Bucknell College
Matty
New York
Christopher Mathewson
Anniversary Reflections on World War I Fronts
A retrospective on World War I opens with how the war began and spread from Luxembourg to a global conflict. It notes mixed signals on Allied progress, German resilience at Verdun and on the Somme, and the strategic aim to keep enemies exhausted until peace talks begin near August 1.
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Duchy of
Luxembourg
Austria
Serbia
Mars
Riga
Verdun
Somme
Germany
Douaumont
Pozieres
Sheriff Coens Crusade Against Immoral Quincy Rooms
Sheriff Coens announced a county wide crusade against immoral rooming houses in Quincy. He cited complaints and promised a thorough clean up of landlords, noting police knew conditions but chose to involve county officers to take action. Citizens welcome enforcement though questions arise why he acted over police.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Quincy
Coens
Mind and body interplay in daily life analysis
The text argues that mind and body are interdependent, not merely linked. It contrasts views that reduce happiness to thought or treat attitude as destiny, then cites examples of how mood affects meals and digestion, showing how mental state can alter physical outcomes and wellness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. Voon
Dearbotln
Jav
Pirhips
Imminent border patrol questions spark mixed editorials
From Chicago Post It is a pity if politics impelled immature action. Other grievances against Great Britain remain unsettled. We fear our stance in London fails to impress with blacklist note. Cleveland Press sparing a Mexican war looms. Four months of border patrol or more. who pays and who will do it? A cooperative patrol with Mexico is proposed. National Guard readiness raises questions about Carranza forces. Globe Democrat notes voters distrust the primary’s promised millennium.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago Post
Great Britain
London
Cleveland Press
Mexico
United States
Carranza
New York World Review of Carranza Trust in Treaties
The New York World notes General Carranza’s confidence that US treaty settlements are finished may be unfounded given his past bumps. The Washington Star highlights the fatal reach of infantile paralysis in a harsh quarantine that blocks babies from fresh air and sunshine.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York World
Carranza
United States
Washington Star
Day in Congress Senate Debate on DC Appropriation
Senate resumed debate on the District of Columbia appropriation bill and denied unanimous consent for immediate consideration of a $540,000 relief resolution for southern flood sufferers. Army appropriation conference continued. adapted resolution appropriating $540,000 for flood relief in southern states. House recessed until 16 a.m. Wednesday. House naval conferees resumed hearing on proposed increase in naval personnel. Foreign affairs committee held hearing on Niagara Falls water diversion.
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Senate
District of Columbia
House Naval
Foreign Affairs Committee
Niagara Falls
Soldier Home Death Report and Funeral Notices
Henry Worrell died in hospital at 8 15 AM after long illness. A 72 year old Pennsylvania native and former farmer who worked as a teamster for Williamson Oil Co before entering the Soldiers and Sailors Home. He served in Co F 50th Pennsylvania Infantry. A brother in DeKalb is notified. Funeral arrangements await brother's reply. F W Brooks funeral held in Cottage 22 with Chaplain Beeches presiding. Mrs Harlow Mrs Saterlee Mr Scott and Mr Senneff sang and floral tributes noted.
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Henry Worrell
Pennsylvania
Williamson O1l Co
Co. F
50Th Regimment
Pennsylvania Infantry
DeKalb
F. W. Brooks
Cottage
Beeches
Harlow
Saterlee
Scott
Senneff
Mind and Body Unite for Health and Efficiency
The text argues that emotional control and a calm cheerful demeanor support physical health and efficiency. It stresses the equal importance of hygiene and mental well being, warning against undervaluing either mind or body and urging balanced living for social functioning.
Buster Bear Follows Busy Bee in Green Forest
In a children's animal tale Buster Bear longs for honey and pursues Busy Bee. He encounters Bumble Bee clash and learns Busy Bee heads straight to her storehouse, guiding Buster through trees to follow in a straight line. The lesson centers on patience, navigation, and persistence.
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Buster Bear
Busy Bee
Our School Vacation and Andy Anderson's Die House Plot
Readable fragments recount Fatty in Sunday school learning about a crow feeding ravings and Elijer. Andy Anderson hustles to cash in at the die house crick claiming exclusive swim access while locals debate ownership and money. Willie Aborn plans to move away, upsetting his undertaker father who fears poverty.
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Atty Bellowes
Eilijer
Fatty
Miss Cushman
Bobby’s Woods
Thay
Elijer
Andy Anderson
Crick
Fense
Buster Bear Trails Busy Bee Mystery
Buster Bear travels in a straight line seeking Busy Bee and her storehouse. He searches every hollow tree without success and contemplates whether to continue or return to his starting point as uncertainty about Busy Bee persists.
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Busy Bee
Bumble Bee
Buster
Bumble
Bumbie Bee
Buster Bear
Green Forest
This Day in Illinois History August 1 1780 Fort Jefferson attacked
Fort Jefferson endured an attack by Chickasaw and Choctaw forces on August 1 1780 during Colonel George Rogers Clark's absence. The piece also includes a cautionary quip about self regard and a remark about presumed nerves versus illness.
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Fort Jefferson
George Rogers Clark
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