Editorial on fallacies in national defense and misperceived readiness
The piece attacks wooden cannon metaphors and warns against a dangerous sense of security in American defense plans. It notes Russia and England arm shortages, rifles delayed for Europe, and credits Japan with enabling a timely Soviet drive, while criticizing former Justice Hughes as no longer the silent candidate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Europe
Aesop
England
Russia
Mexico
Justice Hughes
Willcox for chairman of the Republican campaign committee
Willcox pursues a reform effort by adding former Progressive figures to the campaign organization. He reportedly weighs George D. Perkins James R. Garfield Ohio and Gov. Hiram Johnson California for roles in mobilizing support for Hughes. The move aims to bridge party factions and avoid lingering Progressive tensions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Willcox
Hughes
W. BR
Imperfect Censorship of Troop Movements Sparks Debate
The piece condemns a war department order that hid train destinations for troops while noting New York papers freely reported guardsmen en route to the border. It argues the truth of troop dispersal across an 1800 mile front is obvious and cannot be effectively concealed.
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Quincy
Massachusetts
New Jersey
Middle West
New England
Lackawanna
Sop UT
New York
Empire State
Whahoo
Maine
Butte
Mont
Florida
Vera Cruz
Tampico
San Francisco
Mexico
United States
Home camping advised as simple summer health aid
The piece extols camping at home as a practical alternative for those who cannot leave their houses. It covers selecting a clear yard spot, tent setup, roped tension, simple camp furniture, sleeping options, clothing, and khaki styling, plus open fire cooking methods and safe fire practices, arguing the lifestyle offers health benefits and a clear break from urban complexity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Norris W. Quinn
Speaking tour frames Judge Hughes rise in public life
Editorials across multiple papers praise Judge Hughes as he embarks on a national speaking tour. They contrast Democrats fearing his remarks with confidence in his ability to address the nation and mobilize public support. Soldiers and veterans receive measured support for readiness and duty in potential conflicts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moline Dispatch
Hughes
Paddy the Beaver and the Wonderful Nose
Paddy the Beaver uses a keen nose to sense Peter Rabbit hiding on the Green Forest bank. He avoids danger by listening and sniffing before surprising Peter, then chats about the Green Forest and Quack family as Heoty the Owl looms in moonlight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Reddy Fox
Old Man Coyote
Lightfoot
Buster Bear
Paddy
Beaver
Peter Rabbit
Peter
Paddy the Beaver
Tello
Granny Fox
Green Forest
Mr. Guack
Hooty the Owl
This Day in Illinois History July 6 1714 Trade Pact
On July 6 1714 the French government reached an agreement with Sieur Crozat a French merchant to manage Mississippi valley trade. Letters patent followed soon after granting trade rights and control in the region.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Monsier Crozat
Mississippi Valley
Laugh With Us Tales of Mischief and Wit
A series of humorous vignettes features a silent Tommy questioning teachers pay, a tram conductor retort, Nero remarks from a class, a misfiring shoe fitting with a clever double heel, an insurance farmer seeking barn protection, and a confession about Florrie ending an engagement.
Kiss Theft Causes Turmoil in Long Abandoned House
A dialogue unfolds around a missing kiss and misunderstanding within a prolonged vacancy. One party claims the kiss was stolen by a fiancée from someone else, while another insists it wasn’t from Ter. A house agent notes the property has been to let for nearly twelve years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scott
Ter
Foley Cathartic Tablets Praised By Mrs Slauson For Digestive Relief
In hot weather a bad digestion worsens illness as undigested food decomposes and poisons the system. Foley Cathartic Tablets relieve constipation headaches biliousness and bloating, according to Mrs Elizabeth Slauson of South Norwalk Connecticut who says they are wonderful. Miller Arthur Drug Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elizabeth Slauson
Norwalk
Conn
Miller & Arthur Drug Co
Our School Vacation Mischief and Witch Tale At Play
A quirky schoolhouse column covers a quiet 4th of July break and a girl named Genevieve Hicks who claims witch powers and warns others not to meet her gaze. Other notes describe pigs into frogs and a tree rescue gone awry, plus owls that keep a boy up and a planned startle for the village as mosquitos bite near the die house creek.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Andy Anderson
Genevieve
Genevieve Hicks
Salum
Anny Dammidge
Anny
Plese
Torp
Stebbins
Eddie
Freddie
Thare
Thay
Verry Pritty
Andy
Andy Hadent
Noats
Phil Wigglesworth
Bull Hickey
Gas fittings frighten off ghosts in haunted house tale
A real estate agent outfits rooms with ornate gas fittings to scare away spirits. A rumor spreads that the house is in demand, prompting the caretaker to mention theft of fittings and the house itself. Household humor follows as a father questions his daughter about raided flower beds and a monkey in the city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ostuch Farm
California
Mabel
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Washington
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N. A. Bruce
London
Pat
Webster
Bay
H. T. Webster
Omaha World-Herald
Davenport
Army
Navy
Chicago Tribune
Globe Democrat
Thornton W. Burgess
Quack
Illinois
Tommy
Sonny
Nero
Ife
Tommy Jones
Young Jones
Florrie
Poe Moser
Ex Bringham
Babcock’s Woods
Moarning
Evverybody
Hennery Hood
Balch
Ex Up
Ethel
Tre Mine
Swift Specific Co
Atlanta, Ga
the Excelsior Stove & Mfg. Company
National
Willeford & Hilton
Chas. D. Cole
Hardin, Mo
E. E. DE Hart
Weatherby, Mo
Frank H. Rathmann
Oak St
Alice Brittain
Broadway
W. P. Schermerhorn
6Th Ave
W. Lutenberg
York St
Gus. Scheipering
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