Editorial notes on neutral mail rights and daylight saving joke
The piece urges the U S State Department to press for full neutral rights in international mail and condemns Britain and France for seizing neutral mail and routing ships through allied ports. It cites Lansing memos criticizing such practices as unlawful. The text then shifts to a political joke about saving daylight and rain to grow corn, depicting mixed editorial tone.
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Great Britain
France
State Department
America
Lansing
England
London
Td Seah
Wetas
United States
Standardize Street Dress Faces Reform Debate in Park
In Washington park Saturday three women display divergent styles from modern casual to calico gown. The scene highlights a push by New York federation to standardize street dress with a conventional suit for today’s female wear.
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Hey
Washington Park
Federation
New York
Evasions and war aims in Edward Grey's Britain stance
The piece argues Grey claims German policy feeds lies while Britain and its allies suffer defeats. it contrasts France Russia and Mexico positions, notes a Commons exchange with Crey, and mocks diplomatic phrasing as mere propaganda in the war. Germany is said to be defeated, but public rhetoric masks the truth.
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Edward Grey
Germany
Great Britain
France
Russia
von Hindenburg
Dvina
Poland
Ponsonby
House of Commons
Edward Crey
Sir Edward
The Purpose of Fear in Human Life
The article argues fear is an instinct central to self preservation and human health. It warns against excess fear causing neuroses and courage-less living, while too little fear risks death or harm. Education in fear, begun in childhood and continued by science, enables wiser responses to dangers such as contaminated food, dust, or hygiene violations.
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Sidis
Deerdal
Peonte
Jimmy Visits Johnny Chuck's Old House
Thornton Immy Skunk visits Johnny Chuck’s old house near a hilltop, seeking Peter Rabbit. Skunk notes the strong odor kept neighbors away, recalls past conflicts, and discovers yellow jackets guarding the doorway. He hesitates to enter, deduces Peter lurked inside, and retreats to avoid stings while plotting Peter’s comeuppance.
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Jimmy
Johnny Chuck
Immy Skunk
Hint
Bertdy ix
Peter
Reddy
Granny Fox
Old Man Coyote
Jimmy Skunk
Peter Rabbit
Ife
Reddy Fox
Good roads movement and Swiss preparedness commentary
From Other Editors and Kansas City Times debate the early good roads push seen as a blend of zeal and law. A Swiss army officer at New York's academy flags Switzerland's wartime preparedness as key to preserving integrity, noting the futility of convincing Swiss that helplessness safeguards peace.
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Kansas City Times
Academy of Political Science
New York
Switzerland
Europe
Convictions urge Roosevelt comeback in Washington cabinet vision
Chicago Post notes calls for Roosevelt to return as captain at Washington with a strong cabinet, contrasting with Wilson’s failures. Springfield Journal argues Bryan nears a defining line amid St Louis convention prep, while ignoring Prohibitionists for now.
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Chicago
Roosevelt
Washington
Wilson
Springfield Journal
Bryan
St. Louis
Chicago Herald A call to save for workers in need
The Chicago Herald urges prudent saving to aid the working men and women who require assistance. It emphasizes thrift as a social good and outlines steps to build a fund for those most in need within the community.
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Chicago Herald
Fragmentary Historical Reflection on Fear and Progress
The text presents garbled thoughts on fear and defiance toward established health and scientific progress. It emphasizes recalling a warning about fear and urges contemplation of how fear can impede advancing established health measures and respected institutions.
City Judge Urged to Speak on National Procession
An opinion piece argues Chicago should lead a national movement while Justice Slughes remains silent. The writer praises devotion to judicial ideals but questions the rationale for continued silence amid current events.
Hannibal Reports Theft Of 20 Foot Launch
Hannibal police were notified of a theft of a 20 foot launch with a detachable engine from its mooring Thursday night. Sheriff Coens announced the county jail is empty, a rare condition in 25 years, with Deputy Schaefer noting it has happened only seven or eight times.
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Hannibal
Nlarris
Sherif Coens
William Schaefer
Arraignment in County Court for Child Abandonment
Albert Webb, a colored man, was arraigned in county court on a child abandonment charge. He pleaded not guilty and the case was continued until Monday morning. He is out on bond.
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Albert Webb
Meyer Returns to Duty After Hip Injury
Meyer, a night patrol driver for the police department, resumed duties Saturday night after an extended absence due to a hip injury. He has shown notable improvement over several weeks and now moves about more easily, resuming work at the police headquarters as a night operator.
In Our School by Paul West and the Braives Challenge
A humorous village tale recounts Andy Anderson organizing a baseball challenge vs the Byville Braives. The Braives arrive with big men, misunderstandings occur, and the game shifts to a factory lot where a friendly match unfolds. Meanwhile band practice attracts a noisy crowd and mild chaos ensues as Torp Stebbins’ family and army of children complicate rehearsal.
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Byville
Andy Anderson
Andy
Thay
Anny
Phil Wigglesworth
Man
Andy Sed
Terrors
Hyville
Sed
Pete
Fellows
Byville Bra’ves
Ballind
Jim Breix
Andy Feals
Mister Stebbins
Behaive
Torp
Stebb
Fort St Louis des Minnits Restoration Considered
On May 2, 1710 the French minister, at Mme de la Forests request, took under consideration restoring Fort St Louis des Minnits, which had been abandoned.
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Mme. de la Forest
Fort St. Louis Des Minots
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