Slayden Vote Sparks Voters Call for Replacement
In a harsh rebuke, a newspaper slams James L. Slayden for failing to back President Wilson against Mexican insults. The paper accuses him of pacifist ideas via the Carnegie Peace Commission and urges supporters to elect a representative who will defend national honor.
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Fourteenth Congressional District
James L. Slayden
Washington
Wilson
Congress
United States
Huerta
Slayden
Carnegie Peace Commission
Fourteenth District
Swift and merciful death penalty debate across nations
The piece compares execution methods and times in New York and Paris, arguing for swift humane death. It cites four New York executions last week and a Paris guillotine event, noting minutes elapsed and questioning whether the electric chair or guillotine offers a quicker, less torturous end.
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New York
Commonwealths
Paris
President Wilson’s Mexico policy praised and explained
The piece lauds President Wilson for the Mexican policy and promises, arguing the United States will not declare war on Huerta but will pressure him by blocking arms. It envisions eventual recognition of the Constitutionalists as Mexico’s de facto government and outlines potential U.S. steps if they fail to stabilize the nation.
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Wilson
Mexico
Huerta
Fletcher
Vera Cruz
United States
Debate on Guillotine versus Electric Chair as Merciful Execution
An American writer reflects on witnessing a dawn guillotine execution. He notes swift deaths and minimal mental anguish, suggesting the electric chair might become preferred in the United States. He questions whether any state will adopt the guillotine despite its historical notoriety.
Michigan eggs stored by producers could beat the market
Michigan dairy and food commissioner James W. Helme issued a bulletin explaining how producers can store their own eggs to meet next winter demand at 35 to 40 cents a dozen. Properly stored eggs are not distinguishable from fresh in taste or nutritive value, with simple methods allowing any producer or consumer to bypass the middleman.
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Michigan
James W. Helme
Helme
The
Michigan Bulletin
Water glass method for preserving eggs gains endorsement
A Michigan bulletin promotes storing eggs in a silicate of soda solution called water glass. It explains mixing ten parts water to one part water glass, using sealed pails or jars, coating containers with paraffin, and storing in a cool place. It costs about one cent per dozen and claims April eggs are best for storage.
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Michigan
Wilson Defends Policy Amid Flag Incident Criticism
The Kansas City Journal notes President Wilson’s stance on the flag insult versus the Benton murder. It argues British critics err in fact and logic, saying Wilson’s action follows a longer pattern of affronts, not a single incident, and cites his documented explanation as essential.
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Wilson
Benton
Kansas City
Two Weak Spots in New Administration Record
Lincoln Nebraska State Journal warns of two weak spots in the new administration. It argues civil service spoils and park fights within the navy department hinder efficiency and economy. It fears postal service decline if spoilsmen gain control and questions the president's reform resolve against party interests.
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Civil Service
Navy Department
Navy Yards
Lincoln
Neb
State Journal
Men’s Hats and the Fashion Follies of Men
The Ohio State Journal laments the rise of oversized back seated hats on men as a chaotic fad sparked by a rich wearer’s influence. It hopes for a graceful, balanced return to lines and beauty, noting the trend’s likely fleeting nature.
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Ohio State Journal
Proposal to raise postal savings account limit
The New York Press notes support for increasing the maximum postal savings deposit, arguing government rates cannot compete with private banks. It contends government funds should be redeployed to banks to stimulate business and industry rather than sit idle.
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Postal
Government
New York Press
Delays Are Dangerous Says Congress Must Act Now
The Houston Post argues delaying anti trust legislation harms policy and politics. Influence favors sending the measure to the short session, but business awaits a full legislative program before halting activities.
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Congress
Houston Post
Lawsuits Without Merit and Personal Gripes in Kansas
A Kansas City Times editorial notes the ease of filing suits for malice or pique against Governor Hodges with no prefiling inquiry into the action’s nature. It argues courts cannot prevent such suits before they are filed, leading to abuses and opportunistic lawsuits.
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Hodges
Kansas
Kansas City Times
Elsie Dudley: Playwright Turns Actress on Royal London Stage
Elsie Dudley known as Jones writes and premieres a new play Pawns of Fate after an underused career as an understudy. She reveals her true identity to stage manager Walters, then gains fame for both author and actress amid family drama with stepsister Jean Dudley. She plans to marry Dick Darnley as her name changes to erase past.
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Jones
Elsie Jones
Supering
Halsie
Strand
Jean
Fortune
George Tressiter
Jean Dudley
Elsie
the Royal London
Sir George Tressiter
The
Royal London
Johnson
Dudley
Walters
Mr. Carry
Miss Jones
Jehosphaphat
Ike
London
Dick Darnley
Compulsory Courtesy Rule Proposed in Senate Debate
Senator Overman calls for a Senate rule forbidding imputing unworthy motives or speaking disrespectfully of the president or vice president. The move follows Senator Jones of Washington accusing President Wilson over the Panama act repeal. Also noted is the invention turning sea salt into brick making material along Virginia’s coast.
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Cleveland Plain Dealer
Overman
Senate
United States
Jones
Washington
Wilson
Virginia
How Can It Last
A conservative critique argues that targeting Spaniards in Mexican territories under the Constitutionalists risks war with Spain. It warns Spain could blockade ports and devastate trade, while Mexican leaders rely on the United States for protection yet ignore U.S. warnings. The piece questions the sustainability of such tensions.
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Cleveland Plain Dealer
Villa
Carranza
Mexico
Spain
Mexican
United States
Lessons From Illinois Demonstrations On Woman Suffrage
The St. Louis Globe Democrat reports practical Illinois demonstrations that illuminate woman suffrage debates. Findings show wives do not always vote with husbands and that a majority of women can be persuaded by appeals to improvement of living conditions for families.
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St. Louis Globe-Democrat
Illinois
Value of Lost Baggage Sparks Rail Liability Debate
The Philadelphia Press notes a Supreme Court decision upholding railroads' limit on lost baggage liability. Justice Pitney dissented, warning the ruling undermines broader contract fairness and could trivialize damages in transport and other trades. He argues such limits would reduce courts to mere clerks.
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Philadelphia
Supreme Court of the United States
Justice Pitney
Letter from a Houstonian Complains of Stranger Profiling
A reader from Houston criticizes city detectives for questioning newcomers arriving by Southern Pacific. The writer, who has spent a decade in Houston, notes the uneasy reception of strangers and doubts the city’s hospitality if such treatment continues. The letter urges a more welcoming approach.
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Southern Pacific
Houston
Citizens Debate Sunday Closing and Amusements in San Antonio
A letter to the editor argues against enforcing Sunday closures for theaters and pool halls, urging recreation for workers after six days of work. It opposes municipal force, cites church and state roles, and defends voluntary religious influence over compulsion, quoting Spurgeon on Sabbath respect.
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San Antonio
Spurgeon
E. N
Tamminys Many Lives Revive Democratic Hope in New York
The article notes Tammany Hall’s resilience, saying recent events revived belief that Tammany would die only to resurrect. Governor Hynes has altered opinions, yet Tammany remains a durable force and a core part of New York state Democrats, suggesting victories depend on its fate.
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Philadelphia
Hynn
New York State
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