Merits of the Slouch and US Philippines policy
A satirical piece criticizes a Chicago doctor for promoting slouching as healthful. It contrasts this with warnings on Philippine independence, arguing the United States cannot grant freedom soon and questions diplomatic handling with Japan and Britain, while noting crime punishment as part of self-government.
Fearing the Worst on Bryan and Philippine Freedom Policy
The piece questions the U S stance toward the Philippines and President Bryan's possible push for independence during his term. It notes skepticism of a Washington claim and hints at tensions with Japan over a potential treaty.
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Little Brown Brother
United States
Philippines
Secretary of State
Japan
California
England
Washington
Congress
State Department
Bryan
Veaty
Moralizing on murder statistics and public culpability
The Dallas Evening Journal blames lax courts and technical defense for high crime, while urging the public to demand tougher laws and swifter punishment. It argues that the people, through elected representatives, control the statutes and the courts and share responsibility for crime levels.
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United States
Dallas Evening Journal
Ives
Canada
Germany
England and Wales
France
Belgium
Legal advice and the limits of expertise in law
A Massachusetts politician argues lawyers are not infallible and should not be penalized for bad advice. The piece compares legal opinions to medical advice, noting even eminent lawyers can err and clients choose the best available counsel, accepting imperfect guidance within a flawed legal system.
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Massachusetts
New Haven Railroad
Charles H. Choate
Moorfield Story
Richard Olney
Mellen
Senate
New Haven
Supreme Court
Bar Associations
Jones
Dr. Brown
Brown
Dr. Smith
Lane’s Success Doubtful in Conservation Push
Secretary Lane’s anxious drive to pass conservation bills faces a weary Congress. After a yearlong session members seek rest, the president must push hard on his program. Democrats cannot sidetrack conservation measures, and Lane’s appeals aim to win action despite opposition.
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Lane
Congress
Springfield
Total Depravity in New York Auto Rampage
An automobile, startled by a runaway horse, bolted with two passengers, looping the loop and performing stunts before capture. The Baltimore American cites the incident as proof of total depravity of inanimate things and proposes a rule against nervous cars left on streets.
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New York
Baltimore American
Progressives Back Penrose Nominates Gaining Steam
The nomination of Boise Penrose for senator by Pennsylvania Republicans gives encouragement to Foraker supporters in Ohio. His candidacy strengthens the case for progressives to stay with the old party, ensuring the old guard of Foraker and Penrose influence remains in party leadership.
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Boise Penrose
Pennsylvania
Foraker
Ohio
Penrose
Bond Directors Face Personal Responsibility for Protective Failures
A Philadelphia Ledger editorial argues that bonding directors or making them personally responsible for failures to protect corporate interests is warranted. It contends that New Haven losses, though large, are minor beside widespread business losses from radical legislation fostered by such abuses.
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Mellen
New Haven
Philadelphia Ledger
In The Web Of Life A Short Serial By Virginia Terhune
Tom Morton frets over Edith Hale and seeks to learn her true feelings through a telegram to Constance Medford. Constance suspects Edith never truly loved Tom, only his devotion and social appeal, and she contemplates how to answer. Edith greets Constance on the veranda as damp weather delays plans for the day.
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Tom Morton
Hale
Edith
Constance Medford
Constance
Tom
Connie
Ralph
Edith Breaks Off engagement Through Family Plot
Edith refuses Tom Morton as Constance writes to inform him the engagement is a mistake. Edith fears her father will confront Ralph and Tom, while Constance plans to reveal partial truth with a note. Tom reads that Edith changed her mind and emotions turn to shock and anger.
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Edith
Connie
Constance
Father
Ralph
Tom
Tom Morton
Constance Medford
Perpetual Orange Blossom Scent Near White House
The Louisville Courier Journal quotes a man aboard a rubberneck wagon noting a constant orange blossom smell as they approach the White House in Washington. The crowd shares the odor with curious bystanders.
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Washington
White House
Louisville Courier-Journal
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