Preparedness Speech Criticizes Local Congressman Record
A National Security League secretary addressed a city audience decrying pacifist delays and praising preparedness. He cited the congressman from the district for opposing naval expansion, cutting cavalry, and not supporting President Wilson's request to use armed forces, portraying him as out of step with Democratic policies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brewster_ Belt
National Securiy League
Congressmman
Navy
United States
Wilson
Congress
Democratic Party
China’s Monarchy Revival Seen in Global Context
Analyzing China’s push to restore monarchy, the piece argues it signals a firmer stance on international affairs. It cites Japan’s drive for influence, plus Britain and Russia’s self-interested warnings, as key factors shaping China’s political path amid Western-Oient tensions.
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China
Japan
Great Britain
Russia
China Aims at Monarchy to Preserve Identity
The article argues China should centralize power in a strong monarchy to defend against outsiders while gradually adapting to democracy. It notes republican ideals are slow to take root in a centuries-old monarchical culture and suggests a temporary monarchic path could allow unified action until conditions favor democratic growth.
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China
Citina
Lpf
San Marino’s Status in World War I
An analysis notes San Marino as a small independent republic of about 23 square miles with 12,600 people and a 1200-man army. Despite its size, it held strategic importance due to Mount Titano and proximity to Italy, influencing Italian war decisions. The piece highlights historical ties to Italy, currency use, and Napoleon’s respect for its sovereignty.
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Republic of San Maring
San Marino
Bexar County
Italy
Republic
Titano
Helinway
Rome
Austra
Myers
Napoleon
Birth of a Nation as a warning on US national unity
The piece argues that foreigners view the United States as a loose collection of nationalities and sections. It criticizes divisions worsened by immigrant politics and factionalism, noting Europeans doubt America’s national solidarity and see Americans as unfit to welcome foreigners. It warns that domestic racial and political strife fuels foreign skepticism and harms unity.
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United States
Bosto
North
Europe
Japan
Great League
United
Where the blame lies and the Shibusawa mission
The piece notes that nine Japanese businessmen led by Eiichi Shibusawa would visit the United States to look after their nationals. It argues Americans would view a similar European mission as improper, urging reflection on why Japan sees value in such a visit and what that implies about reciprocity and obligations between nations.
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Tias
Eiichi Shibusawa
Morgan of
Japan
Tokie
United States
San Antonio police constitutional dispute sparks court drama
The piece notes that San Antonio may lack a constitutional basis for its police department as the charter omits required officer numbers. A discharged officer sues for unlawful firing, while the city argues the department was created under an unconstitutional charter. Nearby items discuss Governor Ferguson urged to visit Brownsville and Edith Cavell's case in wartime justice.
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Charlier
San Antonio
Sa Antonio
Court of Civil Appeals
Supreme Court
Court of Civilanpeais
Galery
Bin
Court of Civilop-Peals
Calais
Mina Cavell
Cleveland Plain Dealer
Mr McAdoo’s Reason On Naval Vessels Purchase History
The text argues Mr McAdoo opposed the establishment of an American marine and criticizes the Spanish American War era purchase of 102 vessels at a cost of about eighteen million dollars. It contends many ships were unsuitable and suggests acquiring such vessels in peacetime for merchant use until needed as navy transports.
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McAdoo
Mr. McAdoo
Navy
The Colonel Vanderleur's Fraud and Ill-Fated Escape
Colonel Vanderleur, a respected veteran and sportsman, loses his eye in battle and pursues a bold yet bungled theft in Brighton. He discovers a large inheritance from a retired clerk, funds a string of purchases, and plans a London trip while masking his face with a glass eye. He withdraws, travels to London, and returns to continue his ruse as his altered fortune unravels.
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Pultipe
Vandeleur
Dion
Abel
Nim
Signtran
Colphel
Gretford
Brighton
Vandaleur
Thele
Ener
Vandleur
Alraya
Lordim
Lincoln's
Vandelaar
Ueno
Tne
Vanderveur
London
Vandaieur
Victoria
Ley
Tefray
Bla Manera
Neo
Bedford
Eli IG
Philly
Fashion Hint on smart sets and chic accessories
A fragment discusses daily fashion hints including hats scarves and shawl styles with colors like navy, gray, black and white. It describes coordinated outfits with mohair suits and mentions a dramatic scene between two characters. Also included is a legal note about a Federal court ruling on the Smith Lever cotton act declaring it unconstitutional and outlining potential refunds if upheld on appeal.
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Houston Post
Charles M. Hough
Southern District of
New York
Senate
Juasé Hough
West
Congress
Letters to the Light Ail Tettere to the paper unt
A long readers letter urges scrutiny of ginner practices in Texas cotton handling. The writer alleges bonded warehouse influence, high ginner salaries, and misleading wrap quality, urging investigators to reveal who pays the ginners and why cotton often arrives in poor condition. He cites personal ginning experience in multiple states to argue Texas ginners are not uniquely culpable.
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Davie Ia
Doyle
Calwa
Texas
New Orleans
Galveston
Guadalupe County
Fire Prevention Day Emphasized by Governor Ferguzon
Beaumont Enterprise reports Governor Ferguzon designates October as fire prevention day in Texas. Citizens urged to inspect premises and heating systems to cut needless fires, lower insurance rates, and protect property. Local officials note many fires stem from unclean flues and spark ignition. Beaumont residents urged to cooperate to reduce spring fire risk.
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Beaumont
Ferguzon
Texas
Heaumont
Morssara
Onda
Srevaneud Ny
Flea Avery
Ain
Henumont
Arden
Ares
Sleepy Time Tales From Grandmother's Firelight
A grandmother begins a bedtime tale about a hunter who tracks a bear cub, frees its paw, and carries it home while a threatening mother bear pursues. The narrator hints at a continuation to be told another time, ending the tale with promise of more.
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Grandmother
Ned
Beth
Lily
Tan
Morava Valley Draws Historic War Routes Across Balkans
The Morava Valley links Europe and Asia, shaping trade and war history. It hosts the Orient Express line from Paris to Belgrade, with Serbia’s largest river guiding navigation and export flow. Towns along its course include Tarodina, Shuptia, Parachin, and Belgrade near its Danube junction.
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Morara
Cypward
Berdin
National Geographic Society
Europe
Ania
Piso
Amall
Balkan Counoy
Morava
Constantinople
Asishtinar
Busanum
Vienna
Asia Minor
Fesopotamia
Serbia
Balkans
Orient Express
Combe
Paris
Munich
Cron Viena
Stebe
Belgrade
Nish
Germany
Austria-Hungary
Turkey
Morave
Rom Lin
Uskuga
Danube
Semenija
Tarodina
Shuptia
Parachin
Kragejesni
Kruzhevatz
Gurguscats
Lesnvara
Nien
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