Ford's peace voyage mocked by logjam and missteps
An editorial chronicles Ford's Scandinavian peace mission as chaotic and unfocused, noting lack of leaders and plan, while defending his good intentions. It contrasts public reaction, remarks on public manners since Cleveland's era, and shifts to local crime trends and coroner data, urging practical peace and safety measures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Europe
Mr. Ford
Napoleon
Moscow
America
Norway
Ford
Cleveland
Emporia Gazette
Wilson
Frick Gift to Pittsburgh Children Prompts Praise
Henry Frick donates 167000 to restore savings deposits lost when a local bank failed. The gift eases bank fears for Pittsburgh’s youth, earning praise from banker circles and prompting reflections on wartime policy and leadership as Washington Gladden’s Ford Expedition remark surfaces. The piece lauds Frick’s generosity and notes such philanthropy as vital to public confidence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pmenry Frick
Pittsburgh
Redilionaire Steel
Frick
Choate’s wartime neutrality stance sparks debate
An incoherent editorial critiques Joseph Choate for praising Britain and predicting imminent war, urging neutrality while backing aggressive, muddled talk on military service. The piece comments on his diplomacy at a New York dinner with Premier Borden and notes editorials and public reaction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oseph Choate
Borden
Canada
New York
Great Britain
United States
Choate
St. Tames
Editor's Night Cap Wit and War Talk Pre New Year
A collection of satirical odds and ends remarks on Governor Hanna health Henry Root and Elihu Root in Washington, Christmas cigars and a January thaw, and snatches about Japan China Willard and public figures. The piece humorously muses on war spirit and delays, with a light tone about upcoming New Year events.
Industrial Education and continuation schools urged
A National Association of Manufacturers pamphlet argues for radical expansion of trade training for teens. It proposes compulsory attendance at continuation schools open to youth out of work, offering afternoon and evening courses to produce skilled, efficient workers ready for employers. The plan emphasizes early practical training before or during entry into paid labor.
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John Bm.ollison
National Association of Manufacturers
Europe
New York City
What the Other Editors are Saying
A collage of editorials and letters from several papers commenting on current events. The Dubuque Telegraph-Herald critiques Ford’s peace expedition as ineffective, while Peoria Star and Galesburg Register-Beat weigh primary law flaws and aristocracy risks. Quincy’s Captain Shell is remembered for Civil War fidelity, and EKenses City Journal notes express companies adopting parcel post courtesy. Bloomington Pantagraph discusses traditional oratory in schooling and public speaking traditions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dubuque
Peoria Star
Svord
Peoria Journal
Indiana Man's Kidney Troubles Disappear
Noblesville Indiana resident W R Fox recounts relief from long kidney trouble after using Foley Kidney Pills. He claims the pills improved kidney function and cites unsolicited testimonials from across the United States while noting the pills cleanse and tone the kidneys to reduce related pains and irregularities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. R. Fox
Noblesville
Ind
Moore
Foley
Indemnity Debate In Parliament Over Germany Terms
Joseph Kingsens, a Somerset parliament member, discusses indemnity for Germany in postwar terms. He predicts Entente victory but argues little to gain from harsh penalties, noting English desire to extract large sums yet cautioning against endless fighting for money.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Londow
Joseph Kingsens
Somerset
House of Somigions
Lodz Industry Faces March Standstill From Coal Shortage
Lodz Poland reports ongoing coal shortages after German occupation, with raw materials tied up and factories likely to halt by March. Thousands may face starvation as Lodz, once a cotton importer from America and Turkestan, loses markets. Textile mills run roughly 30 hours weekly with only a few operating three days.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lodz
Poland
Lodk
America
Turkestan
Catarrh Leads to Consumption Warns in Ad
An old health ad warns catarrh weakens lungs and can lead to consumption. It claims Hood's Sarsaparilla cures catarrh as the best remedy, promising to purify the blood and improve overall health, urging readers to ask their doctor.
Hungary to legalize Moslem religion with full rights
Budapest December 29 The Hungarian justice minister introduced a bill to recognize Islam as a legal religion, granting it all rights of other faiths and permitting Mohammedan dogma teaching and mosque establishments where not contrary to laws. Moslem communities exist nationwide with Ada Kale on the Danube as the largest group near Orsova.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Budapest
Hungary
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Danube
Ada Kale
Orsova
Hungarys wartime economy reviewed by Count Tisza
In Budapest on December 20 Count Stephan Tisza the prime minister addressed Hungarian diet members forming a committee to study the high cost of living. He contrasted Germanys cheaper living costs and robust economic factors including kitchen gardening with Hungarys position during the war, noting the differences between peacetime costs.
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Budapest
Hungary
Stephan Tisza
Count Tisza
Germany
War prices and their relation in the era discussed
The fragment notes that war time prices held a similar relation to what preceded or followed, implying a near parallel or consistency in pricing behavior across periods. The text suggests a comparative view of wartime economic conditions and their impact on price levels.
Foley's Honey and Tar Trial Package Offer
An old classified style insert promotes Foley remedies including Honey and Tar Compound for coughs and colds, Foley Kidney Pills for kidney and back pain, and Foley Cathartic Tablets for constipation. It invites readers to mail a slip with 5 cents to Foley & Co. in Chicago for a trial package, and adds a Miller & Arthur Drug Co. disclaimer about liquor affecting a man’s brain and legs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foley & Co
Chicago
Ill
Foley
Miller & Arthur Drug Co
Texas Wonder cures kidney and bladder troubles
The Texas Wonder claims to cure kidney and bladder issues in men and women and regulate glandular problems in children. It offers mail order with a two month supply and testimonials upon request, listing Dr. KE W Hall of St Louis and a druggist as sellers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texas Wonder
KE. W. Hall
Olive Street
J. Louis
Peter Rabbit Faces Danger From Hooty and Shadow
In a tense forest pursuit, Peter Rabbit escapes Hooty the Owl by slipping behind a stump and reaching a tall Hemlock tree. He contemplates Shadow’s pursuit, unsure how to finish his escape as the chase continues through the Green Forest.
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Peter Rabbit
Peter
Tooty
Owl
Shadow
Weasel
Hooty
Petar
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Bert Teron
Editor’s Night Cap
Hanna
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Elihu Root
Washington
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China
Jess Willard
Mrs. Wilson
Legislature
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Ile
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