Majestic Ocean Greyhound Sold For Junk
The Majestic, once the fastest transatlantic liner with a five day eighteen hour voyage, has been sold for junk. At 24 years old and nearly 18 000 tons, she cannot compete with newer ultra large ships like the 50 000 ton Imperator. The piece reflects on aging ships, progress, and the fate of once proud vessels.
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Majestic
Queenstown
New York
Teutonic
Lusitania
Imperator
Vaterland
Cranks and the Threat They Pose to Officials
The piece discusses dangerous, unbalanced individuals who target city leaders, citing Michael P Maloney who shot at Mayor Mitchel and wounded Corporation Counsel Polk. It compares such cranks to historical cases like Guiteau, noting their unpredictable danger and fleeting societal harm.
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Michael P. Maloney
New York
Mr. Mitchel
Lucky
Maloney
Mitchel
Polk
Guiteau
Garfield
Horatio Burton at 60 Marries for Love after Wealth
Horatio Burton of Glenarm Maryland, once bound to marry only if he kept his farms and mills, has wed Miss Mamie Wagner at age sixty after the death of the housekeeper. He inherits the fortune but misses decades of youth and love, now choosing domestic life with a 40 year old spinster.
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Horatio Burton
Glenarm
Horatio
Croesus
Mamie Wagner
Baltimore
Horatio Burtons
Editorial urges better protection for high officials after New York attack
The piece argues that prominent leaders like Mayor Mitchel deserve guards to prevent murderous assaults. It notes the attacker Maloney was a deranged man influenced by agitator rhetoric and discusses balancing free speech with public safety. It endorses allowing public debate while ensuring security to reduce risk.
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Gaynor
New York
Roosevelt
Mitchel
Maloney
What Is His Recourse Abduction Case in Plainfield
Thomas A. Copenhaver a young draughtsman for the New York Central Railroad living in Plainfield N J was accused of abducting Ruth Naylor a school girl who disappeared after being seen on a car toward New York Her father reported the last sighting and police arrested Copenhaver in New York based on that lead.
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Thomas A. Copenhaver
New York Central Railroad
Ruth Naylor
Plainfield
N. J
New York
Copenhaver
Walpole
New Jersey
Man Freed After Twelve Days In Jail Sparks Restitution Debate
A misidentified suspect named Copenhaver spent twelve days jailed in New York and Plainfield before a habeas corpus writ freed him. Authorities admit no fault and no compensation exists, prompting calls for state restitution for unjust imprisonment.
New Diplomats and the Caution of Silence in Talks
The piece contrasts old and new diplomacy highlighting the rise of talkative ambassadors like Mr Vopicka and Mr Page. It notes the shift from silent to outspoken envoys and urges diplomats to speak only when officially instructed, warning that careless remarks harm relations.
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Mr. Vopicka
Chicago
Hay
England
Great Britain
Bryce
Washington
Gheate
Court of
St. James
Bryan
Page
London
Vopicka
Mr. Page
Congress
Hunters Should Read Federal Bird Law Before Plovers
Waco News advises Texas hunters to check federal migratory bird restrictions before shooting plover. State law has no closed season for plover, but federal law bans killing black breasted and golden plover except November to January. other plover species are protected for five years. Pigeons of all varieties may be killed at any time.
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Texas
Waco Mo News
Letter discussing local union selfishness and Sunday observance
A letter to The Light To the Editor argues San Antonio shows contradictions in labor and church politics. It criticizes Protestant ministers for selfishness, praises a mayoral stand on Sunday observance, and denounces union music suppression of free concerts and smoking in streetcars.
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San Antonio
St. Peter
Lall
Manly smoking stand praised as city mayor opposes anti smoking faction
A young mayor is hailed for his stance against a timid council on street car smoking. The piece mocks anti smoking agitators as selfish and effete suffragettes while praising male tolerance and the pleasures of tobacco. The cartoonish tone contrasts with lighthearted jokes from Punch and Baltimore American.
Weston Transcript Critiques Wilson Aides Over Mexico Crisis
The Weston Transcript recalls Admiral Mayo demanding a flag salute while President Wilson vacationed. Secretary Bryan shifts talks to Mexico City, letting Huerta seize the moment and mock Washington. Wilson halts the push, but the affair becomes a diplomatic incident hurting the administration.
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Weston Transcript
Mayo
Wilson
Bryan
Navy Department
Mexico City
Huerta
Mexico
Washington
Roosevelts in Navy Leadership Recalled
The Sioux City Journal notes that Theodore Roosevelt led naval readiness at the start of the Spanish American War and a Roosevelt is again assistant secretary during the Mexican crisis. It mentions Franklin D. Roosevelt as his nephew actively inspecting navy yards and coordinating for the expedition.
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Sioux City Journal
Theodore Roosevelt
United States
Mexico
Roosevelt
Franklin D. Roosevelt
Salute dispute with Huerta risks wider U S action
The Springfield Republican urges restraint as tensions rise over the flag salute amid Huerta's moves toward breaking relations with the United States. It argues the salute does not shame Mexico and calls for diplomatic efforts to avoid war while noting Huerta has not yet severed ties.
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Springfield Republican
Mayo
Huerta
United States
Mexico
Congress
The Fat Woman Boards a Full City Car
An Observant Citizen recounts a crowded Soledad Street car scene where a large Black woman squeezes aboard a already packed vehicle. A white man mocks her for waiting long, then she finally exits after a tense exchange about spending her money and rights, drawing surprised laughter from bystanders.
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Soledad Street
Soldiers Under Fire Study Reveals Fear Peaks Early
A Boston Globe report on an Italian colonel's study questions over two thousand soldiers about fear during battles. Nine tenths say fear was greatest at the first enemy bullets, but declines in later fights. Standing still under fire and the relief of advancing orders are highlighted as major nerves stresses.
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Boston Globe
After Huerta, what Villa may bring to Mexico
The Baltimore News weighs the question of Francisco Villa and the possible response from the United States. It argues that Villa’s arrival could let Washington pressure him to curb excesses in Mexico City and perhaps avoid formal occupation. The piece credits the president with upholding dignity and pursuing a path to constructive outcomes.
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Baltimore News
Huerta
Francisco Villa
Villa
Mexico City
Mexico
Not Chtdd's Pday Opinion on Huerta and US Policy
From the Des Moines Tribune an editorial arguing the United States should not seize Mexican ports over Huerta saluting the flag. It calls such reprisals melodramatic and urges a clear, manly declaration of national purpose rather than reactive punishment.
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Des Moines Tribune
United States
Huerta
Rio Grande
Only Course to War: Call 500,000 Men
Chicago Tribune argues Washington must mobilize 500,000 troops to avert further losses. It blames inadequate readiness and criticizes Congress for misusing army and navy funds to win votes, stating pacification hinges on decisive action.
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Chicago Tribune
Washington
America
England
Germany
Mexico
Tampico
Army
Navy
Vera Coruz
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