Hearst Calls for Intervention in Mexican War
The piece reports William Randolph Hearst urged U S intervention in Mexico claiming a personal army defends American property there He argues for action while noting broad public reluctance to deploy U S troops now It criticizes President Wilson for failing to protect American citizens abroad and property in Mexico and warns against rushing to war.
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William Randolph Hearst
United States
Mexico
Hearst
Rio Grande
Mr. Hearst
Wilson
Still a Candidate W Blackstone McCoy of Arkansas
Still a candidate and perennial figure W Blackstone McCoy of Randolph County Arkansas has run for office for forty years without ever winning. He promises to ride a Jenny mule to Little Rock if elected and hints his son may continue the list of McCoys in the Arkansas Legislature.
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W. Blackstone McCoy
Randolph County
Arkansas
Mr. McCoy
Little Rock
McCoy
House of McCoy
Time of intervention in Mexico lauded by speaker
A speaker asserts the moment has come to intervene if Mexico exhausts every resource and the American people see no hope for Mexico. He warns that intervention would likely be permanent and decisive for all time.
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Mexico
Ousting Mr Barnes Sparks NY Republican Power Struggle
The piece outlines plans by Republicans to remove William Barnes from the New York state party chair, pitting Barnes against Colonel Roosevelt and reflecting wider rifts with the Progressive movement. It cites historical defection dynamics, including Sulzer and the Bailey controversy, as context for factional fierce opposition.
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William Barnes
New York
Roosevelt
Barnes
Charles F. Murphy
Mr. Barnes
Mr. Murphy
Damon and
Pythias
William Sulzer
New York Assembly
Empire State
Tammany Hall
Texas
Bailey
Illinois Politician Faces Long Odds in Cannon Rivalry
The piece contrasts a candidate who thrives on campaign zeal with a veteran Uncle Joe Cannon rival. It recalls a Democrat from Illinois repeatedly challenging Cannon, finally gaining a seat in Congress after years of nominating defeats, suggesting perseverance may bring eventual success. The author questions the Illinois man’s name.
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Illinois
Joe Cannon
Joe
Uncle Joe
Congress
Atlantic
Pacific
Great Lakes
Gulf of Mexico
McCoy
Arkansas
Why Is a Derby
Miss Addams questions hats prompting a defense of the derby in the Southwest. The piece traces the derby’s origin as a helmet, notes German cavalry use of tin headgear, and laments changing fashion norms. It cites shifts to top hats and flatter crowns and observes evolving Parisian brim styles.
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Jane Addams
Hull House
Alamo Plaza
Libelling a Race and Jewish Caricature in Print
The Toledo Blade argues defamation laws protect individuals, not races, urging action against vulgar depictions. It condemns stage stereotypes of Jews as unmusical or sham, noting such caricature arose from thoughtlessness and will fade once it wounds or angers those targeted.
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Toledo Blade
Captain Bill McDonald Surrenders to New Order of Dress
The Temple Telegram notes Captain Bill McDonald yields to Washington fashion, choosing a full dress suit over traditional Texas garments. It suggests his opposition to modern attire may fade after a quick draw with a claw-hammer coat, highlighting the clash between frontier image and formal wear.
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Bill
Bill McDonald
Texas
Washington
White House
Billy
Temple Telegram
Footwork divides golf eras as stance shifts define style
The London Times notes diverging views on golf stance with right foot position. Textbook guidance favored the square or right-foot-back stance, while modern players favor an open stance. Historical figures like Hutchinson and Simpson are cited amid shifts from open to square styles.
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London Times
Chambers
Forgan
Everard
Vardon
Braid
Mr. Hutchinson
Walter Simpson
John Ball
Jamie Allan
J. H. Taylor
Letters To The Light Non-Contortionist Silent On Signatures
The Light invites signed letters though anonymous signs and stamps count as anonymous. The editor warns anonymity may affect publication and policy stance. A rider recounts a streetcar crowding note as an example of overfilled seating and requests for straps.
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the Light
Taylor's Open Style Drives Early Golf Evolution
Analysis notes accuracy opening eyes to new possibilities in full shots and an open stance. Taylor's driving resembles an average half-iron shot with a longer drive now than in his first championship days. The open style requires caution against exaggeration as technique evolves.
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Taylor
Explaining Lightning Bug From Collier's Weekly
A Collier's Weekly piece gives a scientist’s simple explanation of how lightning bugs glow. It states luciferase acts on luciferin to produce light and warns of potential problems if the chemical reactions fail.
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Collier’s Weekly
Cost of the Canal Eyes Panama Finances
The New York Tribune notes another 37 million dollar appropriation will complete the Panama canal bringing total cost to 375 million. It recalls Lesseps 1879 forecast of 114 million for a tide level canal and seven to eight years then his 1887 estimate of 351 million and twenty years for a 15 foot lock canal. By 1888 nearly four fifths of the work remained and almost 400 million had been spent, wasted and stolen.
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New York Tribune
Panama Canal
Lesseps
Simpler school frocks for a young girl and canal cost debate
A reader notes that a young girl will switch from fine winter white frocks to darker, more practical school attire. The article also discusses canal cost estimates and progress on the Panama project, comparing early projections with the current enlarged plan and its financial implications.
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Third Canal Commission
Panama Canal
Majestic Theater Vaudeville Bill Delights With Varied Acts
The Majestic Theater presents a balanced vaudeville bill praised for refinement and humor. Notable acts include The Mayor and the Manicure by James F Fulton, Will Boehm's Athletic Girls, the Berrens violin and piano, The Bell Boy Trio, Clark and McCullough in Much Ado About Nothing, Maximo on the slack-wire, and a Tango exhibition.
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Majestic Theater
Majestic
George Ade
James F. Fulton
Mr. Ade
Fulton
Will Boehm
Berrens
Traumerei
Liszt
Clark
McCullough
Maximo
John Barleycorn
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