U S Bank Deposits Surge in 1915 Says Williams Report
John Skelton Williams notes in his annual report that deposits in Federal Reserve System institutions rose by 2.081 billion in the year ending November 10, 1915, up about 33 percent, while loans grew 917 million and capital plus profits rose over 17 million. He cites a shift in loan deployment and suggests American banks may soon rank among the world's largest.
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PPVAE
John Skelton Williams
United States
Federal Reserve System
Outcry Over Henrys Pledge Drives in Civic Push
The piece accuses Henrys supporters of patriotic registration drives that also push specific candidates. It questions the impartiality of circulators who solicit registrations while advising voters on whom to back. The author warns the tactic could bias turnout toward preferred candidates.
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Henry
Where Will It Be At Roosevelt Germany and German Vote
Roosevelt mocks Germany in Philadelphia stirring reaction among German American voters. The piece notes anti submarine policy angering Germans and Bryan opposing beer policy while Roosevelt praises Allies in Belgium and Bagdad critiques.
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Philadelphia
Roosevelt
George
Woodrow Wilson
Bryan
Teddy
Germany
Belgium
Bagdad
Quieting a Cyclone F All the heartless wretches we ever heard of
A jumble note prompts digests on Texas politics a lunacy defense law and a mosaic of items. It cites Congressman Cyclone Davis urging service, a Texas lunacy defense fee, Mexican ex presidents dying, Copper syndicate dividends, Salonika Germanic ties, Nurse Kielblock receiving the Legion of Honor, and Teddy Roosevelt facing Hearst support.
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Texas Panhandle
Imitation Ivory and Love Advice in Letters Page
Q and A cover imitation ivory versus real ivory, engagement length, speaking to strangers, marital troubles, cellulite remedies, fireproofing children's clothing, jealousy in romance, and female behavior. The column dispenses practical tips, moral guidance, and mischief warnings.
War Correspondents Are Liars Says Robert Minor After War Zone Visit
Robert Minor declares war correspondence is biased and sensational, recounting encounters with reporters, a government official, and eyewitness tales. He cites embellished atrocities from Belgium to Armenia, arguing journalists twist facts to fuel hatred and secure access.
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Robert Minor
Paria
Germany
Gorttza
California Syrup of Figs promotes quick relief for children
Urges mothers to use California Syrup of Figs for children with sour stomach indigestion and bowel issues. Claims a teaspoonful clears waste and bile, restoring appetite and energy within hours. Warns against counterfeit products and directs to buy the genuine from the California Fig Syrup Company.
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California
California Fig Syrup Company
Everett True’s Sister Interview Sparks Public Bits
A string of quirky items from the Seattle area: C Larance jokes about inventing the U S flag while eyeing a colonel rank, Eden mystery solved with a county jail visit, and a probe into Seattle rail discrimination led by Charles A Reynolds with Yandell’s $6 000 salary in view. Commodore J E Chilberg becomes Seattle Yacht Club president to lead schooners to Vancouver and Victoria.
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Charles A. Reynolds
Yandell
Chamber
Seattle
Charlie
Lord Fauntleroy
J. E. Chilberg
Vancouver
Victoria
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Salonika
Greece
the Cross of the Legion of Honor
Helen Kielblock
Portland
Ore
Hearst
Cynthia Grey
Jeanne
Helena
F. OD. A
Altho
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Columbia
W.H. Fisher
MGR
Philharmonic
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Jotin M. Spargur, Conductor
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Lambert
Terre Rede
Knott
Frank &. Griffith
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Antwerp
Paris
American Relief Commission
France
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Armenia
Gallipoli
Sloan
Everett True
C. Larance
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U. S
Adam
Eden
County Jall
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Peabody
RANK
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