Editorial calls for continued US role in Mexico under Carranza
The piece argues that despite agreements, there will be no early retirement of American troops. US forces will help Carranza hunt Villa bandits and withdraw only when Carranza asserts control. It praises soldiers for earning peons’ trust, notes peasant recovery, and urges fair elections with US presence to avoid intimidation. It warns Pershing may need to surrender if Carranza cooperation wanes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carranza
United States
Mexico
Pershing
Townshend
Moline
United State
Texas
Villa
Brewster County
George
Palmer
Maude Muldinkey
Miss Palmer
Gordon of the East Explains Townshend Surrender Fate
The piece draws parallels between General Charles Townshend at Kut el Amara and Chinese Gordon at Khartum, noting Townshend's capture after a four month siege and British prestige waning in the East while Turkey gains sentiment, with Asquith remarking on political impact amid broader war tensions. It also contrasts Khartum’s later ruin with Kitchener’s Nile campaign and dismisses sensational hunts for Villa against a local shelter fund.
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Nile
Townshend
Gordon
Mesopotamia
Asquith
Commons
Great Briiain
Turkey
Khartum
Kitchener
Garden
The Wonder of the Age and Modern Government Power
A reflection on organized government showing how modern states mobilize, control, and discipline populations. It cites Britain’s universal service, Irish revolt, Berlin unrest, and Rome’s ancient limits, concluding the United States calls on the national guard for border duties and to respond swiftly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Great Britain
Ireland
Berlin
Rome
United States
The Envy of Idlers Warns Against a Workless Life
A discussion on idle minds and envy explains how idleness harms the nervous system and fosters contempt, gossip, and a feeling of inferiority. It argues that sustained effort prevents fatigue and irritability while urging readers to avoid mimicking idle behavior and its social consequences.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eapuas
Enlues
Woman Guards Rival Who Favors Finer Dress
A woman keeps watch on another woman she suspects of dressing more stylishly, reflecting tension over appearance and social competition.
Unified U S Press Attitudes On Mexican Crisis
A collated set of editorials from Peoria Star Davenport Times Moline Dispatch New York World Chicago Tribune and St Louis Globe-Democrat urging stronger U S action and coordination with Carranza against Villa and banditry. Calls for reinforced troops, end to negotiations, and stricter border defense to suppress raids and restore order.
How Peter Rabbit Was Set Free
Peter Rabbit’s curiosity drives a chase from the Green Meadows to the Old Orchard as he seeks Winsome Bluebird’s new home. Winsome refuses to reveal the exact location, hinting it lies nearby, while Peter hides nearby to observe visits. The tale blends pursuit with a playful mystery about a secret roost.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peter Rabbit
Bluebird
Peter
Farmer Brown
Brier Patch
Winsome Bluebird
Winsome
Redtail
Hawk
Reddy
Granny Fox
Black Pussy
Green
Concusio
Macaulay
Laugh with Us and Quick Wit's Wry Collection
A string of brief, humorous vignettes and anecdotes. An impoverished crutch-user laments carpet costs after ashes spill matter. a London journalist’s bishop joke. a condensed news story leads to a dramatic single-sentence line. A landlady egg critique, a Rome-lays pun, a red-nosed shopper tale, and Pat Murphy’s poultry confession among others.
Benjamin Franklin supports Illinois colony project in 1766 letter
May 10 1766 London letter from Benjamin Franklin to son William Franklin praises the Illinois country colony idea and promises to forward it with utmost effort. The brief note highlights Franklin's favorable stance on colonization plans in the Illinois region.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Benjamin Franklin
London
William Franklin
Ilinois
In Our Schools by Paul West and Miss Palmer
A school scene recounts an assembly where Miss Palmer assigns a poetry recital. Students debate peace speeches and verses to read, with plans to have each person recite a Longfellow poem while adjustments are made for Torp and Bull, amid laughter and anticipation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paul West
Frank, Moser
Longfeller
Sam
Phil
Wigglesworth
Pritty
Fatty Bellowss
Orp Stebbins
Bull Hickey
Miss Palmer
Bull
Torp
Boi
Mister Longfeller
Genevieve Hicks
Torp & Bull
Honeysucker
Arbentus
Case
Henry W. Longfeller
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Editorial
South Park
Shades of
H. Addington Bruce
H. A. Bruce
By Webster
HT. Wetster
Peoria Star
Davenport Times
New York
Chicago Tribune
American Congress
St. Louis Globe-Democrat
Thornton W. Burges
Dotor
Pat Murphy
Phady Houligan
Bedad
Phady
Illinois History
OL Haynes
Rite Out Loud
Palmer Balwa
Washington
Hedywater
Parker & Johnson
A. F. Parker
WM. H. Johnson
Maine St
P. S
Ricker National Bank
U. S
Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis
Sight Exchange
H. F. J. Ricker
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