Big Bill Haywood Calls for Strikes to End War
The piece notes W. D. Haywood, “Big Bill” of the IWW, urging strikes to cut fuel supply to force ending the war. UMW officials distance themselves, labeling him a lunatic and stressing loyalty. The article recalls past IWW unrest in Lawrence and Colorado and predicts he will likely avoid trouble.
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W. D. Haywood
Big Bill
Industrial Workers of the World
United States
Mexico
Haywood
United Mine Workers
Lawrence
Mass
New York
Colorado
Bill
Alamo Chapel Gift Sparks Debate on Admission Fees
Mrs. Clara Driscoll Sevier offered funds to repair the Alamo chapel so the Daughters of the Republic of Texas would not charge admission. The incident highlights a dispute over maintaining the Alamo as a shrine and public duty amid concerns over funding methods and public access.
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Alamo Chapel
Texas
Daughters of the Republic
State of
Austin
Clara Driscoll Sevier
Daughters of the Republic of Texas
Alamo
Wilsons Mexican mediation stance stands amid neutral policy
The article applauds President Wilson for maintaining a unique neutral Mexico policy despite Huerta and Carranza pressures. It notes his aim to avoid war, the mediation offer by Argentina Brazil and Chile, and the tension over marines withdrawal and Vera Cruz. It contrasts expected war with continued pursuit of amicable settlement.
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Washington
Argentina
Brazil
Chile
Wilson
Huerta
Vera Cruz
United States
Carranza
Mexico
President Wilson’s Idealism and U S Standing
The article lauds Wilson's steadfast peace policy and humanitarian ideals toward Mexico while warning that such idealism may weaken U S standing. It urges tempering ideals with practical action to sustain international influence.
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Dent
United States
Wilson
Mexico
Peaceful stance amid Mexican conflict praised in San Antonio
In San Antonio observers note President Wilson and General Huerta favored peace despite war talk. The city hosts a large Mexican population and locals urge calm, stressing friendship and nonparticipation in any fighting. Dentists and residents urge hysteria avoidance while welcoming peaceful relations.
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San Antonio
Wilson
Mexico
Better Late Than Never on Reclamation Policy Unity
Western governors and Federal authorities seek unity on reclamation irrigation and conservation after a decade of discord. States have wasted millions on unwise construction and many irrigation ventures have failed financially. A new policy is needed to restore public confidence.
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Philadelphia Ledger
Wickman’s White Army Proposed to Stop Wars
The Swedish reverend proposes a pacific force called the white army to interpose between opposing armies during conflicts. He imagines extending to a white navy in the North Sea to block fighting and even suggests sending the group to Mexico to separate Villa and Huerta.
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Mr. Wickman
Sweden
England
Germany
North Sea
President Defends Use of Gulf Term in Canal Zone Debate
An Utica Observer editorial defends President Wilson’s description of the rumor surrounding the Colombia treaty and our canal zone actions. It notes his apt word choice and asserts the term fits the issue despite absence from the dictionary.
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Wilson
Colombia
Canal Zone
Utica
N. Y
No Reason for Either in Immigration Debate
Editorials from Syracuse Post Standard and Utica Observer debate United States as dumping ground for Mexicans and various unwanted aliens. They argue no good reason exists to accept criminals insane paupers diseased or anarchists from Europe or Mexico and urge humane, selective policies.
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Syracuse Post Standard
United States
Villa
Utica
N. Y
Wheat crop glut stirs rail freight fear in Nebraska
The Lincoln Nebraska State Journal notes that prospects of 100 million extra bushels of wheat worry some, as Wall Street fears higher freight demand could lower railroad rate increases. If railroads had last year’s business this year, earnings might differ before the Interstate Commerce Commission.
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Wall Street
Interstate Commerce Commission
Lincoln
Neb
State Journal
In the Web of Life Ends Pending In Baltimore Visit
Tom Morton, heir to a comfortable fortune and a thriving business, cancels plans with Edith Hale to help his cousin Ralph settle a debt in Baltimore. Edith, frustrated that Tom prioritizes work over their engagement plans, awaits a supper with their looming dinner. Ralph, popular with women and a friend of Edith, may call at the Hale home in Homewood.
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Tom Morton
Edith Hale
Europe
Ralph
Tom
Baltimore
Edith
Homewood
Constance Medford
Constance
Ralph Morton
Duty
Plano
John Hale
Engagement Troubles Stir Edith and Constance at Home
Edith Hale vents frustration over Tom Morton's absence while Constance Medford, calm and practical, weighs Ralph Morton's growing admiration and the tug between duty and desire. Constance senses deeper feelings for the engaged pair and reflects on their choices as dusk falls.
Villa and Carranza clash over Vera Cruz action
The Atlanta Journal notes a rift between Villa who backs the U S seizure of Vera Cruz and Carranza who calls it an affront to Mexicans. It warns either leader could sway the movement and urges preparedness for possible factional union against the United States.
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Atlanta Journal
Villa
United States
Vera Cruz
Carranza
Huerta
Governor Colquitt and Texas in imperial balance
Harper's Weekly observes Governor Colquitt may seek the Senate through local agitation rather than supporting the president’s peace efforts. It notes Texas as a valuable US asset with strong progress in governance and city life, urging restraint and a generous view toward Mexico within a modern national policy.
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Harper’s Weekly
Colquitt
Senate
Texas
United States
Mexico
Woodrow Wilson
Evening Wrap Design in Nocturne Satin with Green Velvet Edges
A fashion note showcases a versatile coat bridging day and evening use in nocturne satin dyed cactus green. It features bound green velvet edges, a high collar, and a yoked bodice, with loose sleeves. For simpler day wear or motoring, cotton corduroy or golfine alternatives are suggested.
End to intolerable situation urged for peace
An editorial urges ending the intolerable situation as a step toward better understanding and peace, arguing that the move would mark a first and significant progress toward reconciliation and stability.
Nelson O'Shaughnessy Departs Mexico With Safe Return
The Chicago Tribune notes the safe departure of Nelson O'Shaughnessy, the charge d'affaires and secretary of embassy, from Mexico. It praises his handling of a delicate post after Henry Lane Wilson and hopes for his recognition and advancement in the US diplomatic service. It also cautions against spoils politics affecting capable officials.
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Chicago Tribune
Mexico
Nelson O’shaughnessy
O’shaughnessy
Henry Lane Wilson
Mr. O'Shaughnessy
Mr. Bryan
Aerial scouts prove value of planes at Vera Cruz
The New York World notes navy aviators hindered neither looping stunts nor bravado but carried out practical duties at Vera Cruz. A single aircraft located Mexican Federal forces under General Maas, surpassing what cavalry could achieve without mounted units. The piece argues air scouts are essential eyes for land and sea forces, emphasizing long flights, safe elevations, and reliable reconnaissance over sensational aerial shows.
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New York
Navy
Vera Cruz
Maas
Mexico
Tripoli
Pegoud
Niles
Release the Americans Calls for Huerta to Free Detained Civilians
The New York Sun urges Brazil Argentina and Chile to press Huerta to release Americans held in Mexico City and elsewhere. It condemns hostage taking as barbaric and calls for protection of women and children to enable peaceful negotiations and compliance with civilized wartime norms.
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New York Sun
Mexico
Brazil
Argentina
Chile
Huerta
Trains Go Dry Says Attorney General Opinion
The Dallas Journal reports Attorney General Looney ruled it illegal for social clubs or advertising parties to carry liquor on special trains through dry territory. The decision tests a new prohibition law and an older statute banning liquor on trains, signaling trains cannot be wet venues while traveling through dry areas.
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The
Dallas Journal
Looney
Prohibition
Whc
Fruits of Absolutism in Mexico under Diaz
The Chicago News argues Porfirio Diaz ruled Mexico for 83 years as a benevolent despot, suppressing discussion and education while enriching the aristocracy and foreign promoters. The piece contends his regime failed, leaving Mexico demoralized and poor, facing a turbulent transition under Huerta as the people seek liberty with international sympathy.
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Chicago News
Porfirio Diaz
Mexico
Diaz
Cientificos
United States
Huerta
Joys Of Authorship Rejected Manuscripts Pleasures
Indianaols News recalls the joys of receiving a manuscript rejection and the relief and amusement authors feel when their work returns. It reflects on regrets over split infinitives, forgotten ideas, and the anxious hope editors notice or ignore the piece. It notes the satisfaction of having the manuscript safely back.
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The
Indianaols News
Roth
Massachusetts House rejects Sunday amateur baseball bill
The lower House votes 128 to 84 against allowing amateur baseball on Sundays from Memorial Day to Labor Day, 2 to 6 pm. Debate cites Puritan heritage and religious references, with critics arguing Sunday baseball unsettles moral norms and increases rowdy behavior.
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Waco Times-Herald
Massachuse General Court
Greenwood
Everett
Rome
Athens
Springfield Republican
Boston
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