War talk and delay in Washington over Mexico action
Editorial says popular clamor for war with Mexico waits for formal U.S. action. It notes hidden capital knowledge hastening intervention, argues government must act quickly, cites Pershing’s force near the border, and warns against haggling with Carranza while Britain drives on the west front. It laments sparring for wind and U.S. troops in many small tents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mexico
Washington
Germany
America
Pershing
Sheridan
Winchester
Carranza
Uncle Sam
War Departments
Steady German advance on Verdun evaluated
The article notes the German push on Verdun has been slow but steady, tightening lines around the French fortress. It discusses Petain’s defense, the importance of Fort Vaux, and the strategic impact of Verdun on Russian operations in Galicia, while suggesting Verdun could be a misstep for the Allies.
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Verdun
Europe
Petain
Fort Vaux
Galicia
Preparing For Peace As War End Nears
The article stresses continuing development during wartime. It highlights subway extensions in Berlin, a large water tunnel at Marseilles, and a French resolve to be ready for commerce if peace arrives by 1918. It urges ongoing railway building in Alaska, irrigation, river works, forestry, farming, and water power to meet future costs with greater wealth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hile Berlin
Marseilles
France
Lane
Department of the Interior
Alaska
Choose Careful Fairy Tales For Your Childs Future
Parents should shield children from morbid storytelling as it can imprint fear and nervous disorders into adulthood. Experts warn that tales of ghosts and violence may foster abnormal timidness and selfishness, urging mindful selection of reading to protect mental health and happiness.
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America
W. A. White
Government Hospital For the
Washington, D. C
War on Mexico Draws Mixed Public Sentiment
Newspaper clippings reflect varied views on potential U.S. intervention in Mexico. Editorials praise Roosevelt as a capable leader for Mexico’s future and urge humane, decisive action. A stance from the national guard highlights its chance to prove itself as a dependable reserve force amid border mobilization.
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Monmouth Review
Peter Has Two More Visitors
Peter Rabbit lies ill in the Old Brier Patch while friends send love and a slow but sure visit. Spotty the Turtle arrives with Grandfather Frog’s message of a new story, and Old Mr Toad joins for a quiet hello as night falls.
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Peter Rabbit
Mr. Sun
Peter
Granny Fox
Reddy Fox
Old Man Coyote
Red
Tail
Hawk
Buster Bear
Buster
Brier
Porky the Porcupine
Green Forest
Sammy Jay
Paddy the Beaver
Mrs. Quack
Paddy
Beaver
Jumper the Hare
Lightfoot
Unc
Billy Possum
Bobby Coon
Shadow the Weasel
Spotty the Turtle
Spotty
Grandfather Frog
Littl
Mr. Toad
Roosevelt Endorses Hughes Candidacy Across Papers
The Springfield Journal notes Colonel Roosevelt’s strong Hughes endorsement with reasons backing voting for the Republican ticket. The Hawkeye and Journal echo similar praise, while the Davenport Times and Chicago Tribune frame Roosevelt’s stance as clear, urging Progressives to support Hughes or face accountability for national needs.
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Springfield Journal
Hughes
Roosevelt
Burlington M
Hawkeye
Theodore Roosevelt
Mr. Hughes
Progressive Party
Jacksonville Journal
Davenport
Progressive National Committee
Chicago Tribune
Col. Roosevelt
Humorous Dispatches and Wartime Banter
A lively card recording travelers and soldiers in a wartime setting. A trader teases riders about clever schemes, while Murphy the old service man endures a night march with a feather bag joke. Interplay includes quips about a horse incident and a foreboding growup hair product ad.
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Murphy
Kitcheners
Our School's Vaca and July 4th Tales
A quirky school page notes Fatty's mystery about letters and a planned gathering on Thursday afternoon. It reports warm weather, pealing and swimming on the bank, and preparations for the 4th of July including a playground sports day and a baseball game. Local figures Phil Wigglesworth Bull Hickey Aaron Pratt Ex Brigham Maude Muldinkey Steve Hardy Andy Anderson George McLouglin are mentioned in passing amid playful anecdotes.
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Fatty
Agaim
Thay
Blaney
Brigham & Archy Anderson
Phil Wigglesworth
Bull Hickey
Phil
Aaron Pratt
Aron
Reddy
Noats & Gossup
Maude Muldinkey
Brigham Anny Mear
Maude
Caim
Steve Hardy
Andy Anderson
George McLouglin
Crick
Péepul
Sloan's Liniment for Rheumatism Relief
A reader testimonial claims Sloan's Liniment cures rheumatism and neuralgia after years of pain. The ad touts 25 cent bottles, saying it warms and soothes sore, stiff areas and provides welcome relief. Buy at any drug store.
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U.S. A
H. Addington Bruce
H. A. Bruce
Seter
H. T. Webster
Villa
Peoria Journal
Wilson
Chicago Herald
St. Louis Republic
Thornton W. Burges
Doctor Toad
ManMesen
Teddy
Jones
Birmingham
Yeomanry
Flying Corps
Lewis
Benjamin
Willie Adom
Willie
Willie Aborn
Alice
Sister Mary
The
Bell Telephone
Central Union Telephone Company
J. EB
Halligan
Main
Sloan
Excelsior Stove & Mfg. Co
Quincy
Gus. Scheipering
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