Mediation stance and U S diplomacy in Latin America
The piece argues Secretary Lansing must clearly explain why mediation fails and outlines U S aims to avoid misreading motives. It recalls history from Belgium to Persia, praises Hay and Root, stresses nonconquest justifications for any Mexico action, and urges continued friendship with Central and South America despite current tensions.
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Lansing
Central
South America
Belgium
Serbia
Albania
Bosnia
Wergegovina
Bukovina
Cuba
Porto Rico
Persia
Russia
England
Hay
Root
Congress
Mexico
United States
Panama Canal Zone
Central and
Why We Celebrate Fourth of July History
A compact reflection on Independence Day tracing the 1776 resolutions and the adoption of the declaration led by Richard Henry Lee and Thomas Jefferson. It notes the ceremonial buildup and the modern practices of fireworks, patriotism, and civic celebrations, with a 1916 aside on fuel costs for parades and dashes.
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America
United Colonies
Richard Henry Lee
Virginia
Lee
Colonial Congress
Thomas Jefferson
Carranza Faces New War Doubt Over Mexican Assurances
The article weighs Carranza's response to the Carrizal incident. It questions his ability to apologize and punish the guilty while promising safe conduct for U.S. troops and preventing future punitive raids. It notes U S willingness to move troops into Mexico if assurances fail and flags doubt Carranza will back up any promises.
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United States
Carrizal
Carranza
Mexico
Independence Day Ideals and Reflection for National Wellbeing
A National celebration should blend joy with meditation on the anniversary meaning. Readers are urged to recall the figures and principles behind the holiday, study vivid histories, and renew acquaintance with the era that forged national freedom, without sacrificing the celebration itself.
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United States
Ture
Caner
Glorious Fourth Stimulates War Spirit Across Nation
The Glorious Fourth is celebrated as Independence Day with heightened war enthusiasm due to tensions with Mexico. The Kansas City Journal notes peace should wait until Fourth of July speeches by local orators have delivered their fiery declarations.
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Mexico
Kansas City Journal
British Drive Glorifies German Energies in War Review
The piece praises German energy and skill while criticizing Entente forces, aside from France, for little credit on land. It notes Churchill’s criticisms were warranted and laments a spring drive that is late by a year and three months as scientists develop massive weapons amid stalemate.
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Globe- Democrat
Winston Churchill
The Mexico of Carranza in the nations press
World critics Carranza for mendacious acts and possible U S intervention while New York World calls out Carranza for provoking tensions. Readers note grumbling guardsmen heading to Texas dislike conditions in day coaches. Several papers praise Wilson's restraint amid European war chatter and Mexico diplomacy.
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Carranza
United States
Wilson
New York
Texas
US action tied to Carranza may hinder Mexico note response
The Davenport Times notes that if U S policy must hinge on Carranza's whims and orders, replying to the Mexican note becomes difficult. The piece flags potential diplomatic friction and uncertainty in handling the Mexican communication under shifting influences.
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Davenport Times
United States
Carranza
Rock Island on Mexico Fight Urges Action
The article argues that no glory is expected from fighting Mexico. It states the aim is suppressing anarchy and protecting American lives and property, framing the conflict as a duty of defense rather than a quest for glory.
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Rock Island
Mexico
This Day In Illinois History July 4 1634 Discovery
Jean Nicolet reportedly discovered Lake Michigan on July 4 1634, then called the Lake of the Titnois, marking a notable event in Illinois history with early exploration context.
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Illinois
Jean Nicolet
Lake Michigan
Take Church Bells for War Purposes Vienna
An arrangement has been reached whereby the authorities will take church bells for war needs in Vienna. The move, approved by city officials, outlines the seizure process and compensation plan for congregations affected by the wartime measure.
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Vienna
Peter Rabbit’s Health Restored and Roaming Again
Peter Rabbit recovers from poisoning and health returns. He insists on visiting friends in the Green Forest despite Mrs. Peter’s worry, arguing roaming helps him stay strong. He vows to avoid heedless danger yet leaves at night for a quick visit before daybreak.
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Peter Rabbit
Peter
Granny Fox
Brier
Mr. Toad
Mrs. Peter
Arrangement Over Bells in Monarchy for Military Use
An agreement divides bell material with two thirds to authorities and one third kept by churches for harmony. Bells antedating 1800 are exempt. A comprehensive empire bell list shows available bells and their approximate weights, guiding the extraction of bell material without indiscriminate seizure.
Carlisle to Take Over Public Houses in United Kingdom History
Government plans to purchase all breweries and public houses in Carlisle and nearby areas through the liquor traffic control board marks a turning point in UK liquor trade history. This move signals state involvement in ownership and control of alcohol outlets.
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London
United Kingdom
Liquor Traffic Control Board
Carlisle
Reform to curb taverns and boost model refreshment houses
The framework targets 300 public houses in the district with negotiations to finish soon. The state would become both publican and brewer, and about 100 drinking houses are planned for closure as unnecessary. Plans include building two or three model refreshment houses and adapting others to offer food and non intoxicants.
Backache Relief Story Prompts Kidney Trouble Talk
A Green Bay man reports Foley Kidney Pills relieved a months long severe backache. He warns backache and related symptoms may signal kidney trouble, which can affect life insurance eligibility. Miller Arthur Drug Co promotes the remedy.
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Joseph G. Wolf
Jackson St
Green Bay
Wis
Foley
Miller & Arthur Drug Co
Our School's Vacation and 4th of July Pranks
The town enjoys a Fourth of July rush with firecrackers and gift pistols. Aron Prat dispenses a giant cracker to the first who explains the holiday, Fatty Bellows earns it, and Mister Aborn hands out cap pistols while Willie promotes his father's undertaker business. Torp Stebbins plans crooked toe-string stunts as dogs vanish, and townsfolk anticipate an earlier wake tomorrow.
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Aron Prat
Aron
Brigham
Fiercrakkers
Reeson
Phil Wigglesworth
Phil
Thay
Amerika
Sean
Fatty Bellowes
Crakker
Fatty
Torp
Stebbins
Bosa Fatty
Mister Aborn
Willie
Tariff Commission Act Proposed in Revenue Bill
Washington July 4 a plan for a nonpartisan tariff commission of six members with broad powers is included in the general revenue bill introduced by Democratic Leader Kitchin. The measure aims to raise 210 to 225 million dollars by reclassifying the surtax on incomes and taxing estates and war munitions plants. The bill would be rushed to a vote next Saturday night.
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Washington
Nonpartisan Tariff Commission
Democratc
Kichin
House
Ways and Means
Endowment Goal Set for Wesleyan at 3 Million
Bishop Thomas Nichol addressed the Illinois Wesleyan University executive committee in Bloomington on July 4, setting a 3 million dollar endowment goal. A matching amount would fund new Wesleyan buildings, with future enrollment capped at 500 after competitive exams. last year 319 students attended. The bishop, on his first official visit since ordination, inspected the campus buildings and grounds.
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Bloomington
Linois Wesleyan University
Thomas N. Nicholson
Chicago
Wesleyan
Methodist Episcopal Church
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