Wilson retreat plan sparks fear of weakened U S position
Washington dispatches say the Wilson administration will pull American troops from Mexico toward the Rio Grande, awaiting improved conditions after raids into U S territory continue. The move risks American prestige and fails to achieve the original objective of stopping Villa’s raids.
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Carranza
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Rio Grande
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Democratic Party
The People and the Presi dent
Washington correspondence notes dispute cabinet unity on the Mexican situation. The president will not let advisers speculate on politics after his New York speech showing indifference to his own future. The Democratic party’s political future, affecting many in Congress, concerns many. Public reaction to Wilson’s defense of American rights remains supportive.
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Mexico
Carranza
Pershing
Carrizal
Wilson
Trevino
Gomez
New York
United States
Vera Cruz
Tampico
Parral
Daniels
Washington
Democratic Party
Congress
Germany
San Antonio Suffragettes Use Satire as Weapon
The San Antonio suffragettes are praised as developing into effective soldiers for the cause. They send satirical resolutions thanking Governor Ferguson and Joseph W Bailey for publicity while denouncing armed tactics and urging thoughtful public debate on equal suffrage.
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Ferguson
Texas
San Antonio
Joseph W. Bailey
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Changing Our Measures in a Growing Metric Push
The piece argues Congress will not quickly adopt the metric system but notes the National Wholesale Grocers' Association now supports it. Grocers pledge to label goods with metric equivalents to educate the public, ease transition, and align U S standards with Europe and South America for expanding trade.
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Congress
National Wholesale Grocers’ Association
United States
Europe
South America
The Eternal Fool and Summer Drownings
A New York Sun reflection laments summer reckless driving and boating deaths. It notes readers will expect others to be harmed while individuals remain confident in their own safety as tragedies unfold.
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New York Sun
Government duty to protect citizens abroad upheld
The Springfield Union quotes Robert Lansing, former Secretary of State, asserting that a government’s first duty is to safeguard its citizens. It questions who would claim Americans in Mexico and along the Rio Grande are protected, noting that for over three years they have not been.
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Mexico
Rio Grande
United States
Robert Lansing
Wilson
Springfield Union
Alienists and Crime in Juror Perception
Prominent alienists claim criminals of extreme selfishness are moral imbeciles unfit for conviction. They argue perjury limits exist since minds are unknowable, yet juries are increasingly discounting such testimony as unreliable in trials and juror skepticism grows.
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New York Commercial
Governor Ferguson's Advice to Mexicans Stirs Debate
The El Paso Times praises Governor Ferguson for urging loyalty to law and U S institutions. He warns that disloyalty will be met with firm action and expresses hope for peaceful relations across the Rio Grande while ensuring Texas peace at home. The Beaumont Enterprise commentary frames his address as excellent guidance.
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Ferguson
el Paso Times
State of Texas
United States
Rio Grande
Beaumont Enterprise
Sailor Hats Finish the Tailored Outfit
A tailored suit with a sailor hat creates a smart finishing touch. Hats feature Milan, chip, and pana ma straw in varied sizes with rib bon bafid and flat bows. When worn with gaberdine serge or mohair, the ensemble becomes particularly attractive, especially with a white collar and cuff set and high kid button boots.
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Milan
Chip
Panama
The Little Brown Mouse in the Pantry and Library
A tiny brown mouse slips from its pantry food hunt to avoid a cat in the kitchen. It flees into the library, knocks ink from an inkwell, and leaves a black trail as it is pursued by the cat. The chase ends with the mouse seeking a safe hiding place.
Mouse Escapes Cat After Ink Desk Dash
A frightened mouse flees a pursuing cat and hides in a table drawer away from its claws. The cat’s ink-covered tail draws its mistress, who returns to scold the cat and lock it in a dark closet, while the mouse rushes home to tell its mother.
No Precipice Ahead War Discussion on Mexico Action
Chicago Herald commentary argues war in Mexico could be necessary to ensure regional safety. It downplays national catastrophe, noting a 100 million population could endure 100k to 150k casualties without crippling industrial or social life.
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Chicago Herald
Europe
Mexico
Nettles and Hyphens in Politics
The Philadelphia Public Ledger argues that nettles must be grasped firmly. It cites President Wilson and Colonel Roosevelt as examples of dealing with hyphenates who threaten the president at the polls.
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Philadelphia Public Ledger
Wilson
Stoosevelt
Cherry ice cream recipe a noble scene in cookery
The article describes making cherry ice cream from fresh fruit with pits removed. Cook cherries and kernels with water and sugar, pound and add lemon juice, strain, fold in cream and extra sugar, then freeze. Serve as dessert with whipped cream garnish. Tomorrow chicken with cheese sauce.
Wartime German-American agitation faces veto and backlash
The piece argues against German-origin agitators in the U S who lobby against American values. It condemns their self-serving tactics, warns that they do not represent most German-Americans, and urges firmness against dicking with them to avoid political defeat. It calls for bold action to resist their propaganda during wartime.
Paris plans postwar industrial boom for manufacturing hub
The Indianapolis Star reports Paris intends a major postwar industrial surge to transform the city into a leading manufacturing center. The plan follows prior dispersion of key industries to smaller cities, some in war zones, as war ends.
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Indianapolis Star
Paris
France
Paris Reform Plans Signal Postwar Industrial Shakeup
The article envisions postwar Europe, led by reorganization of industries and revived civil life, with Paris possibly transformed into a more austere city and smaller towns seeking prosperity. It warns of fierce global competition and urges readiness to meet the changes ahead.
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Paris
Pittsburgh
Europe
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