Verdict Reflected in Maine Election Across Papers
The Maine results were unsurprising with Democrats losing seats. The Globe-Democrat notes both Maine senators defeated and the lone Democratic congressman retired. The Rock Island Union sees a clear party fight on national issues. The Chicago Tribune calls the win a clean sweep signaling a strong hint for November.
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Globe-Democrat
Maine
Congress
Rock Island Union
Wilson
Chicago Tribune
Democratic critique of wasteful offices and extravagance
A quoted remark by Charles Evans Hughes criticizes the Democratic administration for appointing useless officers and spending extravagantly, contrasting promises to abolish waste with perceived real excess and disdain. The author frames this as a painful arraignment of governance.
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Charles Evans Hughes
The 1916 Illinois primary a costly political spectacle
The 1916 Illinois primary is praised for widespread voter contact and heavy spending, with estimates topping two million dollars. It criticizes the money use and effort, arguing the primary failed to improve access for the ordinary voter and echoes the old boss era of conventions.
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Illinois
La Follette Enigma Solved in Wisconsin Primaries
Wisconsin’s cross party voting system helped Senator La Follette win reelection amid Democratic and Socialist support. He openly aligned with Republicans yet benefits from liberal primary participation, crossing party lines to secure a narrow majority.
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Isconsin
la Follette
Wisconsin
LaFollette
Paul O. Hasting
Senate
Better for Everybody Milk Ordinance Cited as Benefit to Dealers
The Whig argues that a new milk ordinance raises standards benefiting both milk sellers and consumer families. It decries unsanitary supplies and predicts trouble for any dealer selling milk from tin cans. The piece links federal pure food law momentum to honest labeling and municipal safeguards, praising laws that improve health and industry credibility.
Hughes Pleased With His Tour In 25 States
Charles E Hughes returns to Bridgehampton L I after a campaign tour through 25 states. He reports a most successful trip with strong public interest and marked cordiality, noting Maine mirrors the nationwide mood and expressing confidence.
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New York
Sept. W
Charles E. Hughes
Bridgehampton
L. I
Hughes
Maine
Will Investigate the Milk Production Cost
Washington reports the Agriculture Department will probe rising milk production costs and shrinking net returns. W J Spellman of the Office of Farm Management said an expert will study nationwide costs and whether dairy farmers are justified in seeking higher prices. He cites beef cattle scarcity and urban dairy regulation as factors inflating costs.
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Washington
Department of Agriculture
W. J. Spellman
Office of Farm Management
Iin
Spellman
Hughes and Fairbanks Clubs Form in Colleges
Under the direction of Alfred E. Lunt at Western Republican headquarters, Hughes and Fairbanks clubs began organizing among colleges and universities in the middle states. A chapter was formed at Augusta College in Rock Island. Herbert B. Kenn reported Brown University committee completion for the Hughes National College League. Mr. Hughes is Brown University graduate. Raymond Robins departed Wednesday for a speaking trip through Oklahoma.
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Chicago
Alfred E. Lunt
Hughes and Fairbanks
Middle States
Augusta College
Rock Island
Herbert B. Kenn
Brown University
Hughes National College League
Hughes
Raymond Robins
Oklahoma
Bridge Company Accepts Responsibility for Quebec Span
Ottawa Sept 14 The St Lawrence Bridge company notified the government it accepts full responsibility for the fall of the Quebec bridge span and said it would replace the span and complete the bridge as soon as possible.
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Ottawa
Ont
St. Lawrence Bridge Company
Quebec Bridge
No Trace Of Villa Found In Pursuit Patrols
Gen Pershing reports to Gen Funston that no fresh traces of Villa were found by his patrols or the Carrancistas likely in pursuit near San Antonio on September 14.
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San Antonio
Dr Bell's Pine Tar Honey Cold Remedy Ad
At the first sign of sore throat or stuffed head take Dr Bell's Pine Tar Honey. The pine tar and honey soothe and loosen phlegm to relieve colds. Pleasant to take and antiseptic, it bears the bottle formula. At your druggist 25 cents.
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Dr. Bell
This Day in Illinois History Counties Established
On September 14 1812 Gov Ninian Edwards proclaimed Madison Gallatin and Johnson counties to be created raising Illinois counties from two to five This entry records the territorial expansion and named counties in early state history.
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Madison
Gallatin
Johnson
Ninian Edwards
Illinois
Will tampering claimed in Morrison estate case in Chicago
The will of James M Morrison, involved in bankruptcy proceedings with son Edward W Morrison, is alleged to have been altered to include the word forever. Philo R King testified the change shifts property conveyance from Edward Morrison’s lifetime to forever, contradicting the original 1871 fire copy saved by Morrison.
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Chicago
James M. Morrison
Edward W. Morrison
Philo R. King
Morrison
Landis
Edward Morrison
Fife
Operation Figures Show Revenue Gain Across Railroads
Net revenues from operation for the year ending June 30 totaled 1,176,804,001 for railroads earning over 1,000,000 annually, up from 850,402,483 in 1915. Net revenue per mile stood at 6,134 versus 3,763 prior year. Total railroad operating revenues reached 3,396,808,234 with expenses 2,220,004,233 tax accruals 146,754,477 uncollectible revenues 807,720 and operating income 1,029,241,804. June net revenue from operation was 103,451,443.
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Washington
Interstate Commerce Commission
Many Cities Seek Armor Plate Plant
Delegations from major eastern and southern cities pressed for sites for the 11 million dollar government armor plate plant at a Navy Department hearing. More than 300 people attended led by senators and congressmen, with Chicago Lomax Metropolis Newton and St. Louis among the cities seeking the factory.
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Washington
Navy Department
Secy. Daniels
Chicago
Lomax
Metropolis
Newton
St. Louis
Auto Plunges to Bed of Creek in Iowa City
Norval Mathes, a local dairyman, and his wife were hospitalized after an automobile driven by Mathes plunged through the bridge railing into Ralston creek below. The car landed twenty feet beneath the bridge, burying them in the creek bed.
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Iowa City
Norval Mathes
Mathes
Ralston Creek
Peter Sees the Quacks Off
Peter Rabbit senses danger as a hunter with a terrible gun threatens the Quack family. He warns them but they decide to migrate to the Big River, leading to a sudden gunshot and the quacks taking flight. Mr Quack is strong again after past injury, and the family departs with Peter and Paddy the Beaver watching.
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Peter Rabbit
Paddy the Beaver
Mrs. Quack
Southland
Big
Quack
Mr. Quack
Peter
Hunter
Reddy Fox
Paddy
Beaver
A Frantic School Week In Our School Sivas
In Our School Sivas details a hectic midweek with students misbehaving and debating a plan to shift school days to better weather. Ex Brigham criticizes the routine while Miss Palmer assigns tasks and oversees antics including chestnut schemes and playful pranks.
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Anny
Palmer
Brigham
Palmer Sed Ex
Andy Anderson
Phil Wigglesworth
Miss Palmer
George McLoughlin
Andy
Phil
New Canon Proposed in Episcopal Church
A proposed canon from the commission on marriage and divorce would bar remarriage for divorced parties if either spouse remains married. The change could be adopted by the church’s general convention meeting in St Louis on October 11, with an official announcement issued Wednesday.
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Chicago
Protestant Episcopal Church
Commission On Marriage and Divorce
General Convention
St. Louis
Jitney Offer for Foley Remedies Trial Package
Advertisement prompts mail-in offer to Foley & Co for a trial package of Foley's Honey and Tar, Foley Kidney Pills, and Foley Cathartic Tablets. Includes a cut-out slip and 4c payment to Miller & Arthur Drug Co for Chicago delivery. Provides usage for coughs, colds, rheumatism, backache, kidney, biliary issues, constipation, and general cleansing.
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Foley & Co
Chicago
Foley
Miller & Arthur Drug Co
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