Knox Criticized Over Mexico Policy And Submarine War
The article argues against Secretary Knox accusing him of misrepresentation of Carranza and questions his views on the Huerta regime. It cites American diplomatic notes, British actions inKirkwall, and German submarine warfare, asserting neutral ships bore losses while advocating U S opposition to Britain and defense of international law amid wartime shipping.
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Philander C. Knox
Taft
Pittsburg
State Department
Wilson
Mexico
Knox
Madero
United States
Washington
General Carranza
Carranza
Huerta
Constitutionalist
Republic
Mr. Knox
Germany
England
Kirkwall
Britain
China
Innocent Bystander Fates in Wartime Policy Revealed
US Department of Commerce releases figures showing how neutral nations face adverse treatment during the current war. The data detail consequences endured by nonbelligerent countries as policymakers weigh trade, sanctions, and economic disruption.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States Department of Commerce
Slayden Criticized Over Fort Sam Houston Troop Plans
San Antonio residents accuse James L. Slayden of blocking Fort Sam Houston expansion and troop deployments. They argue his opposition to army posts and district representation harms regional military interests and warn that the Army will act only under compulsion if he remains their congressman.
Opposition to Fort Sam Houston leadership urged in Congress
The passage argues that congressmen from districts with army posts should oppose a leader who is viewed as an enemy of all. It asserts San Antonio cannot accept favors in return and calls for replacing Slayden as the best method to strengthen Fort Sam Houston.
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James L. Slayden
San Antonio
Fort Sam Houston
Washington
War Department
Senator Sheppard
Slayden
Fourteenth Texas
Congress
Light
Fort Am Houston
Pancakes and Preparedness Senate Bill on Domestic Science
Senator Reed Smoot of Utah introduces a bill to promote domestic science education as national preparedness. He argues schools teach too much Latin and not enough housekeeping, urging digestible food before refinement. The piece mocks elite culture versus practical kitchen skills and suggests a Goldsmith paraphrase.
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Reed Smoot
Utah
Senator Smoot
Congress
Smoot
Washington
Brigham Young
Oliver Goldsmith
San Antonio Bicentennial Vision Invites Future Celebration
The remark suggests that if modern builders and mission fathers succeed, achievements today could spark a future 200 year celebration in San Antonio. The statement frames progress as a foundation for long term commemoration.
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San Antonio
When a Woman Will She Will Despite Tragedy Rhyme
A witty critique of gender norms and tragedy in verse, arguing a woman's will remains strong despite attempts to impose sorrowful rhyme. The piece mocks moralizing voice and asserts female resolve and autonomy.
Bryan Considered to Aid Apple Cider Revival
William Jennings Bryan, famed as a grape juice promoter, may be asked by the American Apple Growers Association to help boost apple cider in public favor. Apple producers face a need to raise consumption as about 25 percent of the 1915 apple crop sits in cold storage.
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William Jennings Bryan
American Apple Growers’ Association
Franks Bill Would Extend Mail Franking to Congress Members
The Bryan Eagle criticizes a congressional bill proposing free postage for all mail addressed to members of Congress. It argues the measure would privilege special interests while silencing the people's voice and warns that advocates fail to spend two cents to contact their representative, calling such backers tightfisted.
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Congress
Bryan Eagle
Protection for Artists Earnment Share Across Sales
The Authors' league of America urges a law to guarantee artists a percentage of the increased price each time a painting they created is resold. France prior to the war cited Begas' La Modiste selling for $80 000 after the artist had earned only $40. An American example is Blakelock Moonlight, first bought for $400 and later sold for $20 000. French law proposed 2 percent. Americans push for a higher share. Copyright laws are said to cover authors.
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Authors’ League of America
France
Begas
la Modiste
Blakelock
Springfield Republican
A Reasonable Railroad Demand
The 400,000 railroad workers seek eight hour days and time and a half for overtime in wage readjustments following arbitration. They call for open discussion of the issue, warning a strike could cripple national commerce and demand full public presentation of the case.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York World
Kut el Amara siege noted by National Geographic Society
The bulletin lauds General Townshend for withstanding the Kut el Amara siege since December, marking a pivotal moment in the Mesopotamian theater. It describes the town’s strategic location on the Tigris and Shatt el Arab, the flood risks, irrigation decline, and local agriculture while noting battlefield scars among veterans and the Baghdad date mark among the afflicted.
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Townshend
Kut-el-Amara
Tigris
National Geographic Society of Washington
Basra
Bagdad
Kut-el- Amara
Shatt-el-Hai
Euphrates
Shatt-el- Arab
Persian Gulf
Mesopotamia
Persia
Nile Delta
Kut el Amara
England
Aleppo
Spanish inspired fashion notes in a wartime season
The article observes European fashion trending toward Spanish influence as countries’ wartime profiles spark new designs. It highlights spiral flounces, asymmetric sleeves, fringe edged hats, and a high waisted skirt with cerise lining. A black taffeta dress and tulle bodice are described with refined accessories and smart high buttoned boots.
Deafness Inspires Loud Earrings Gift Tale
A London jeweler helps farmer Cloverseed buy a pair of earrings as a present for his deaf daughter. The jeweler jokes about choosing something a trifle loud, to suit her hearing, highlighting a humorous exchange in a London Opinion item.
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Cloverseed
London
Roosevelt Critic Roosevelt’s Belief Questioned in Albany Journal
The Albany Journal portrays Theodore Roosevelt as harsh and ruthless in critiquing Wilson and supporting strong defense. It argues his attacks on opponents reveal a belief that might makes right and a readiness to wield influence to crush dissent.
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Albany Journal
Wilson
Roosevelt
Progressive Party
Mr. Roosevelt
Germany
Aeroplanes in Mexico and the Pershing expedition
The Beaumont Enterprise reports eight aeroplanes formed a scout covey for Pershing’s columns in Mexico. Only two remain, two wrecked, four disabled due to high altitude and wind pockets. The article notes engine limits and climbers’ conditions, praising the airmen’s conduct amid dangerous high altitude flights.
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Beaumont
Aero
Pershing
Mexico
Alps
Memphis
War Department
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