Valley Forge defense sparked by Baker remarks
A heated denunciation follows Secretary Baker after his New Jersey address, accusing Washington’s army of plunder on the way to Valley Forge. The piece contrasts US actions with Mexican outlaws, links Baker’s stance to Bryan’s 1900 anti imperialism, and questions the current Mexican situation and border violence. It urges reflection on history and politics ahead of the 1916 campaign.
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New Jersey
Washington
Valley Forge
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Acuinaldo
United States
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Aguinaldo
Mexico
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Labor Opposes Illinois Tax Amendment At Quincy Session
Organized labor urged justification of its stance against the proposed Illinois tax amendment. The group condemned the present system as outdated and biased toward the rich, arguing tangible property bears the burden while wage earners fund state, county, and city services. They urged modern tax laws aligned with labor goals.
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Quincy
Why I Am For Hughes By Senator Dixon
Senator Dixon argues Democrats cannot win progressive voters and touts Hughes as truly progressive. He praises Hughes for probing the insurance scandal, breaking political bosses, and attracting cross party support. Dixon predicts Montana will give Hughes a large majority, citing growing population, women voters, and strong state organization.
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Joseph M. Dixon
Hughes
Ernor
New York
Albany
Wilson
Montana
Pray
Meyers
Senate
War Prosperity As John Walker Saw It
John Walker president of the State Federation of Labor argues that the Underwood tariff harmed US workers. He cites rising then falling union membership tied to unemployment and credits wartime demand for jobs and prosperity to tariff policy opponents dispute the claim as misleading.
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John Walker
Peoria Star
State Federation of Labor
United States
Quincy
Public ownership tragedy voiced by Vanderlip
Frank A. Vanderlip president of the National City Bank of New York told the Society of Railway Financial Officers that government ownership of railroads would be a tragedy. He argued exclusive federal control would not solve railway problems and blamed public stockholders wage earners and politicians for the railroads troubles.
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Vanderlip
Washington
Frank A. Vanderlip
National City Bank of New York
Society of Railway Financial Officers
Hughes as Labor Friend in Albany Record
The piece argues Gov Charles Evans Hughes earned a strong labor record as New York governor, citing reforms from the Wainwright commission, child labor limits, eight hour rules, female work limits, factory inspection, wage payments, and workers’ compensation. It contrasts Hughes with Wilson and urges wage earners to back Hughes for president, claiming continued labor support.
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Chicago Tribune
Hughes
New York
Albany
New York State Labor Department
Commissioner of Labor
Wainwright
Gov
Central Federation of Labor
Gov. Hughes
Mr. Wilson
Wilson
Waldorf Astoria Hotel
Ccvatoff
Princeton University
Trades Union
America
Wilson T
Charles Evans Hughes
Woodrow Wilson
Sieur du Tisne Named Commandant in Illinois Posts
On October 21, 1723 Sieur du Tisne was commissioned commandant of the French posts in Illinois, marking a notable leadership shift in the region's colonial administration.
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Sieur du Tisne
Illinois
Dr King’s New Discovery Cures Coughs and Colds
A long-standing claim that colds worsen without treatment is paired with testimonials. The advertisement touts Dr King’s New Discovery as soothing antiseptic cough relief for all ages and urges readers to buy a bottle from their druggist for 50 cents.
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Dr. King
Lightfoot Loses His Peace of Mind
A deer named Lightfoot enjoys peace and pride in his growing horns until spring thefts them away. After new horns mature, hunters with terrible guns shatter his calm, forcing constant fear, hiding, and alert nerves as he fears each day and awaits the inevitable danger.
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Lightfoot
Green Forest
Peter
Mrs. Peter
Munters
IN OUR SCHOOL FRIDAY NOTES AND MISCHIEFS
A humorous school column recounts Fatty Bellowes bringing a giant jar of lunch preserves to Miss Palmer, who quips about proper lunches and sends him home. Several girls pierce their ears for fashion and receive scoldings. Torp Stebbins trains a rooster named Gorge to crow at dawn, improving slowly. No school tomorrow unless someone insists.
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Miss Palmer
Blinky Hammond
Fatty
Maude Muldinkey
Genevieve Hicks
Genevieve
George
Gorge
Torp Stebbins
Pet Rooseter
Torp
Why Buster Bear Might Live or Die
A character questions his right to live as hunters with guns threaten a bear named Buster Bear. He argues he has harmed none and requests to be left alone, pondering the meaning of his fate amid hunting dangers. Also notes a forthcoming Lightfoot warning.
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Buster Bear
Chicago Attorney Faces Debarment Action
Springfield Oct 20 The Illinois supreme court granted permission to the Chicago Bar Association to file disbarment information against a Chicago attorney, signaling formal steps toward possible removal from practice.
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Chicago
Springfield
Hil
Illinois Supreme Court
Chicago Bar Association
Attorney John C. Wilson Faces Action in Chicago
A legal action involves John C. Wilson, an attorney based in Chicago, with details concerning his professional conduct and related proceedings. The case centers on disputed matters requiring court scrutiny and potential disciplinary measures. Proceedings are underway in Illinois.
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John C. Wilson
Chicago
Gentle-But Sure Foley Cathartic Tablets Advertisement
Foley Cathartic Tablets are promoted as a mild yet effective bowel cleanser. The ad claims benefits for indigestion biliousness bad breath bloating gas and constipation without causing griping pain or nausea. Miller & Arthur Drug Co. advertises the remedy as highly recommended by stout persons for the light feeling it brings.
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Miller & Arthur Drug Co
Adv
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