Putting Economy To The Test In Illinois Reform Drive
Governor elect Lowden promised to dismantle redundant bureaus and cut state payroll costs. A reform-led mood grows as the General Assembly nears, with a concrete program drafted before convening and party unity backing economy moves in Adams County. Global turmoil and costs remain a backdrop to the war charity bout mention.
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Legislative Voters League
General Assembly
At- Puri County
Republican Executive Committee
Adinistration
SAH Cae Tural
Lowden
Adams County
Northcliffe in Cabinet Row Sparks Clash Over German Bank Cleanup
Lord Northcliffe, powerful London Times owner, erupted after 27 months of German bank affairs not being wound up by Chancellor Reginald McKenna. He demanded control of the task and threatened to remove Sir William Plender in charge of the German institutions. The episode raises questions of accountability and press immunity while illustrating his influence on wartime mobilization and government caution toward him.
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Lord A Northcliffe
London Times
Lord Northcliffe
London
Reginald McKenna
William Plender
The
Times
Northcliffe
England
Get Up With a Smile Brightens the Nervous Mood
A 1916 self help note by H Addington Bruce urges starting each day with a deliberate smile to shift mind and body toward cheerfulness. He cites facial feedback and mood theory, advising readers to smile during morning routines, look into the mirror, and begin the day with a positive mood to prevent a nervous breakdown.
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H. Addington Bruce
H. A. Bruce
Witnesses Court Grants Rehearing In Kane v Weis Case
Springfield Ill Dec 7 The witness supreme court granted the motion of Attorney General Luccy and Francis G Blatt state superintendent of public instruction to make suggestions in the Kane against Weis case involving the 1911 high school get declared unconstitutional by the court.
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Springfield
Ill
Witneis
Curt
Luccy
Francis G. Blatt
State Superintendent of Public Instruction
Kane
Weis
Court Prepures Hearing Sought in Case
A prehearing is requested in the ongoing case, seeking early court action. The filing indicates intention to set preliminary procedures and establish timelines ahead of the main arguments. The move suggests urgency in resolving dispute and clarifying requests before formal hearings.
Miss Colby Guilty Of Second Degree Murder
Thompson Falls Montana reports Edith Colby a newspaper woman found guilty of murder in the second degree for shooting politician A C Thomas. Penalty fixed at ten to twelve years in the penitentiary.
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Colby
Thompson Falls
Mont
Dee
Edith Colby
A.C. Thomas
Robber barons and the cost of new ventures
A writer recalls a discussion with a promoter who raised funds by selling stock to many small investors at a 14 percent cost, versus a claimed 20 percent Wall Street route. He argues that reputable financiers demand fair terms, citing railroads as examples where bonds are issued at 95 and sold higher, meaning excessive charges signal risk.
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Wall Street
End of the Ride in Thornton Burgess Animal Tale
Danny and Nanny Meadow Mouse survive a frightening ride ending in a barn loft scene. They creep from their corn stalk home to a warm hay-mow setting under dim light, puzzling over their new surroundings while seeking safety. The tale pairs fear with curious discovery and hints at a forthcoming meeting with a cousin.
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Danny
Nanny Meadow Mouse
Farmer Brown
Nanny
Amt
Mistress Moon
Mr. Sun
High Haircut Prices Stir Nyah Whig Letter Box
A reader from Quincy argues against wage-driven price raises. He states not all workers are union members and questions the need for higher rates. He notes costs like meat potatoes and flour rise, but haircuts should remain affordable, suggesting managers leave town if raises prove unsustainable.
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Tax Board To Set State Tax Rate Meeting In Springfield
The state tax board will fix the state's tax rate and meet in Springfield on Friday or Saturday. The canvassing board will convene today to certify the vote from the recent general election.
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Most
Springfield
State
A Christmas Play At School Described In Clumsy Verse
In Our School notes Christmass plans with Miss Palmer proposing a Christmas play titled Chrissmass in Manny Lands. Andy Anderson plans to leverage a camera business while classmates discuss geography learning schemes and social mischief. Torp Stebbins locks in school, loses police handcuffs, and faces a desk imprisonment until a key arrives.
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Palmer
Chrissmass
Manny
Sandy Claws
Boys & Girls
Africker
Brigham
Andy Anderson
Andy
Anny
Byville
Stuffy Balch
Stebbins
Torp
Engineer Dies At Lodge Nomination Shock in Galesburg
W B Walters a 70 year old Burlington locomotive engineer and long time Mason collapsed and died Tuesday night amid an unexpected nomination as worthy patron of the Eastern Star in Galesburg Illinois. The incident follows his expressed aim as the culmination of his Masonic career. The piece ends with a stray editorial note about grafters and burglars.
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Galesburg
Ill
Eastern Star
W. B. Walters
Walters
Burlington Locomotive
Sloan's Liniment for external pains advertised
Sloan's Liniment is promoted as quick penetrating relief for bumps, bruises, sprains and rheumatic aches. It claims to soothe without rubbing, outperforms mossy plasters, and suits outdoor workers. available at all druggists for 25 cents.
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Sloan
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