Archer for Congress in Fourteenth District
The piece endorses Judge Osceola Archer of San Antonio as the best qualified candidate to replace James L. Slayden in the Fourteenth congressional district. It praises Archer’s strength, character, energy, and leadership, urging voters to support him as an able representative at Washington.
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Fourteenth Congressional District
Congress
James L. Slayden
Fourteenth District
Slayden
Osceola Archer
San Antonio
Archer
Fourteenth
Washington
Tue Licut
Guessaz
Texas
Ball shifts stance in Texas governor race
In a Texas gubernatorial campaign disclosure, Thomas H. Ball, once seen as a strict prohibitionist, states he opposes national and statewide prohibition and favors submitting the liquor question to voters if primaries call for it. If not, he would push enforcement of existing liquor laws through additional statutes.
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Bret Harte
Thomas H. Ball
Texas
Ball
Mr. Ferguson
Ball’s Prohibition Stance Angers Supporters and Opponents
The article argues Governor Ball does not back statutory prohibition at any level and would only enforce existing laws if voters do not instruct otherwise. Prohibition advocates see this as a failure to pledge a pro ban, while anti-prohibitionists praise his stance to remove the issue from politics.
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Ball
Forsooth
Texas
Mr. Ball
State Militia on Mexican Border Sparks Broad Debate
The article argues Governor Colquitt’s deployment of Texas state militia to the Texas Mexico border was a constitutional duty to protect citizens, while War Department officials and northern readers view him as an overreaching Hotspur. It criticizes federal complacency and notes cross regional misperceptions of Mexican affairs. Ben the
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Colquitt
Texas
Rio Grande
War Department
United States
Blease
Brownsville
Garrison
Texas-Mexico
Japan
California
Mexico
Ben the
English Press Insights on Mexican Situation
The passage notes that English commentators show more accurate understanding of the Mexican situation than some New York papers. It claims English forecasts are sometimes sharper than those from papers much closer to the disturbance. It also observes Americans have often lost perspective during three years of anxious waiting and hoping.
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New York
Mr Slayden’s Vote and Record in Congress
A reader defends congressman James L Slayden against attacks over his stance on Mexico and Villa crimes praising his record and opposition to prohibition while urging change in the Fourteenth district. The letter notes Slayden supported a Senate resolution backing the president yet criticizes his overall effectiveness. Oscar Guessaz also defends Slayden while acknowledging criticisms and urges a different representative if needed.
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Mr. Slayden
Congress
Slayden
Mexico
Oscar Guessar
San Antonio
Senate
Flood
Villa
Vera Cruz
James L. Slayden
Tom Ball
Ferguson
Oscar C. Guessaz
I Am Going to Quit Praying and Begin Advertising
A Little Rock family joke notes a mother reading a newspaper birth notice about Mr and Mrs Smith. Their young daughter, who prayed nightly for a baby sister, proclaims she will switch from prayer to advertising to get what she wants.
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Little Rock (Ark
Sign of Prosperity in West Texas Baseball League
A Fort Worth Star-Telegram item notes a wholesome sign of prosperity and contentment with the likely formation of a West Texas baseball league. The piece portrays optimism among people who stay on the job and support recreation and cheerfulness.
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West Texas
Fort Worth
Doubt About Love of Flag Questioned by Milwaukee Orator
A socialist orator in Milwaukee said it is impossible to make Americans love the flag but warned he could dispel any doubt by presenting an act of dignity before many Americans if he maintains clear reasoning. The Baltimore American quoted the remark.
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Milwaukee
Baltimore
Extravagant Congress Drawing Fire in Ledger Opinion
The Philadelphia Ledger criticizes Congress for lavish spending and plans for large projects like the Alaskan railway and road funding. It argues taxation ultimately hits consumers, not only the rich, and warns public revolt if economizing fails.
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Congress
Clapp
Philadelphia Ledger
Spirit of Injustice and the Becker Retrial
The Ohio State Journal denounces the Becker retrial in New York as evidence of flawed court procedure. It argues the system mocks justice by dragging lawsuits through endless delays and calls for reforms to ensure speedy, true justice.
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Becker
New York
Ohio State Journal
New York Courts Defeat Fraud Claims Over Stolen Shipments
Federal judges in New York rule a shipper cannot claim higher compensation for a lost automobile than the value stated on the bill of lading. The ruling condemns practice of under declaring value for sale or taxation and overvaluing stock for insurance. The decision limits recovery to the declared value, rejecting inflated loss claims.
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New York
Phil
Two cousins decide help to cover debt risk
Ralph Morton explains he borrowed money from Mrs Evelyn Price to pay his mother's mortgage and soon faces discovery by her jealous husband. His cousin Tom Morton immediately vows to lend the funds and plans a discreet arrival to hand the money to Mrs Price, while managing family duties and an upcoming betrothal dinner with Edith Hale.
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Ralph Morton
Tom Morton
Ralph
Tom
Evelyn Price
Prices
Baltimore
Mother
Homewood
New York
Price
Philadelphia
Trouble
Edith
Constance
Connie
Edith Hale
Valuation of Railroads Aims for 1915 Basis Costly Plan
New York Commerce and Finance notes the railroad valuation may exceed 70 million dollars with 20 million paid by government and 50 million by roads. The data collection costs 200 dollars per mile for 250 000 miles and the plan invites court appeals on disputes. The report’s practical value is questioned as costly and arguably unjust for public ownership or rate setting.
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New York Commerce and Finance
United States
Manhattan Island
Prouty
Roads
Ttne
Daily Fashion Hint Hat Gloves Embroidered Gloves Shine
The piece notes how a proper hat and gloves add a subtle style note. White kid gloves with embroidery at the wrists contrast with silk replacements for warm weather. A straw turban with a feather creates dash that a fuller style could not match.
Ragtime Still Faces Global Rejection Says Consuls
A Philadelphia news sketch reviews consular reports showing Europe and most of the world resist American ragtime. Spain, Italy, France, and Britain reject or slow its spread while Germany shows tentative openness. The writer urges policy and cultural support to expand ragtime’s reach.
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Philadelphia
Europe
Siberia
Cape Colony
Spain
Italy
France
England
America
Germany
Sniping in Mexico Through Mexican Warfare History
Vera Cruz correspondents describe Mexican warfare as a frenzy of sniping from housetops and cover. The piece argues sniping suits an inferior force against a superior, noting Diaz Madero and Huerta histories and the march of stealth through the battles toward Mexico City and Torréon.
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St. Louis Republic
Vera Cruz
Diaz
Madero
Huerta
Mexico City
Torréon
Guerrila
Mexico
Mexico and Its Vast Yet Shrunken Realm
An overview of Mexico from its geographic size and coastlines to population density and historical governance. Describes area changes since 1836, terrain from sea level to 18000 feet, and a republic mirroring the United States with federal structure and state divisions.
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Mexico
United States
Missiggippi River
Atlantic Coast
Great Lakes
Gulf of Mexico
Juarez
Caribbean Sea
Pacific Ocean
Gulf of California
Texas
Austria-Hungary
Germany
Great Britain
France
Ireland
Republic
California
Montana
New Mexico
Arizona
Federal District
Tlaxcala
Delaware
New Hampshire
District of Columbia
Republic of Mexico
Congress
Jefe
City of
Vera Cruz
Cortes
Winfield Scott
Bryan a Failure and Wilsons Secret Secretary Plan
In a historical critique, Wilson contemplates using William Jennings Bryan as secretary of state to keep him quiet, arguing Bryan’s lack of intellect and temperament would harm national interests. The piece contrasts Bryan’s wind with Huerta’s iron rule and questions diplomatic competence and loyalty.
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Bryan
Huerta
John Bassett Moore
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