Hughes Beards and Fashion in a Politician’s Past
A 19th or early 20th century editorial reflects on Mr. Hughes and his beard trends from youth to the present. It contrasts changing grooming fashions with political stance, noting the editor’s stance on whiskers and social image while invoking General Funston’s fiery predictions and the Kansan’s credibility.
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Hughes
Zeus
Esau
S. M Hughes
Sam
Napoleon
New York State
Samson
Affairs in Mexico and the rising intervention question
The piece argues the United States stands at the crisis point with Carranza and Villa. Secretary Lansing’s note accuses the Carranza government of aiding atrocities and failing to prevent Villa’s raids. It claims war becomes likely without an overt act from Carranza and notes forbearance in diplomacy has ended. A separate notice seeks modern machine guns for the state national guard. A lighthearted sports aside favors a Baker to Dunne to Col. Wood double play.
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Mexico
Carranza
Villa
Lansing
Columbus
Footwear fashion harms health says German expert
A German orthopedist condemns high heels as harmful, causing foot strain, flat foot, and poor posture. He warns pointed, ill fitting shoes also undermine circulation, respiration, and mental vigor, urging shoes to fit properly, prioritize comfort over vanity for national health.
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Doctor A. Ritschl
Fischer and Fisk
French and Indians Capture Miami Village in Illinois
On June 21, 1752, a party of French and Illinois valley allies captured a Miami village along the Mig Miami river, marking a notable early event in Illinois history.
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Illinois Valley
Miami River
United States duty to establish order in Mexico
A compilation of editorials from multiple papers urging action and support for a strong U.S. response to the Mexican crisis. They argue for decisive policy, defend preparedness, and acknowledge risks while endorsing wartime resolve if needed.
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Peoria Star
United States
Mexico
Graduation exercises stir pride at Quincy High School
A Quincy Citizen writes to the Whig celebrating the Quincy High School graduation. He praises the students crossing into adulthood and laments the possible fate of diplomas in a basket. He suggests dignified presentation ideas and even offers a dollar for the best suggestion.
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Quincy High School
Laugh With Us A Jersey Boy Delivers News
A Jersey boy returns home with startling news about his teacher’s death. The boy’s mother reacts with horror, but he reflects that the school remains, question lingering on the benefit of the loss. Aunt Jane mentions a fireproof shingle in the paper, prompting Wille to respond.
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Jane
Wille
Anny
Torp
Andy
Thay
Sammy Jay Discovers Peter Is Sick in the Brier Patch
Peter Rabbit lies sick under a bramble at the Old Brier Patch after a mysterious illness. Mrs Peter stays by his side and comforts him while pondering his fate. Sammy Jay, realizing Peter's trouble, seeks out Mrs Peter and promises to relay his sympathy and help, then heads to Farmer Brown's garden.
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Peter
Brier
Granny Fox
Old Man Coyote
Hooty the Owl
Mrs. Peter
Sammy Jay
Sammy
Peter Rabbit
The guest who is not hungry always gets the best of an argument
A compact aphorism notes that restraint at a banquet elevates influence, suggesting the quiet guest holds sway in debates by listening rather than consuming. The line frames social dining as a stage where restraint determines rhetorical advantage.
Vacation Illustrations by Frank Moses
Community notes recount playful plans for a large American flag 350 feet long to span from Mertle averoc dene to Washington street. Two boys gather red white and blue cloth with help from siblings while coordinating a public display and a flagpole setup, amid local chatter about a restaurant gag and vacation gossip.
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Orp Stebbins
Andy Anderson
Mertle Averoc Dene
Washington Street
Bobby’s Woods
The duck in Michigan essay by a schoolgirl
A Michigan schoolgirl writes about ducks as low heavy birds with coarse voices caused by frogs in the neck. She notes ducks carry a balloon in the stomach, have two legs set back, and describes drakes, their wide bills, and clumsy gait. She ends with a remark that the worst evil is insincerity.
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Michigan
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H. Addington Bruce
H. A. Bruce
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H. T Webster
By Webster
Georgian Bay
Maia
Adirondack
Bloomington
New York World
Gen. Carranza
Burlington
Stephen Decatur
Moline
Rock Island
Thornton W Burges
Chicago
James, Jr
Solingly
Henry
Frank Moses
Tormo
Bol Haynes
Hoam
Hoamsick
Fatty Bellowes
Fatty
Atty
Thare House
Missus Bellowes
Blinky Hammond
Brigham
Borrey
The
Bell Telephone
Central Union Telephone Company
J. B. Halligan
Main
Ted
Quincy National Bank
Fourth and
Hampshire Sts
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