Religion and Politics Letters to the Editor
A reader letters page argues against religious influence in politics, condemning Catholic bias and calls for church–state separation. It cites J C Davis and the American Patriotic Educational League, condemning sectarian pressure and urging civic duty to resist fanaticism. The page also includes proverbs on work health and a brief note from J W about Indian rights and Puget Sound fisheries.
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Seattle
J. C. Davis
Davis
America
Senator Jones
William Inglis
Hart
Star
Jones
American Patriotic Educational League
Davis Group
Arcade Building
The
United States
the Star
Puget Sound
Clallam
J. W
Social Climber Describe The Pyrenees Dining Scene
A social climber who had been abroad in Europe replies to a traveler’s question about the Pyrenees. She hesitates then humorously claims they dined with the Pyrenees on several occasions, highlighting social wit rather than travel.
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Europe
Pyrenees
You Tell Em While Politicians Ring Punny Changes
A humorous Nationwide reflection on political rhetoric and the playful spread of puns in American culture. The piece notes how citizens, places, and public figures alike join in the lighthearted exchange, urging candidates to take jest in stride and embrace the democratic wit.
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Mississippi
Dr. Addison
Open Diplomacy Replacing Diplomatic Open Talks In Britain
Open diplomacy replaces official diplomacy as British unions threaten France with coal boycotts. If France retaliates, British miners could halt coal shipments, forcing France to face an unofficial economic pressure. The approach aims to educate the public on international affairs and invites scrutiny of each nation’s actions.
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France
Russia
Athenians and the Quest for Exactitude in Thought
The essay argues near accuracy hinders progress, praising Greek insistence on exact knowledge. Bergson’s Mind Energy is invoked to claim that Athenians 2,500 years ago showed creative joy in solving problems fully. The piece links intellectual growth to choosing precision over comfort.
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Henri Bergson
College of France
Bergson
Ancient
Greece
Color Orchestration Sparks Debate in Theatre Circles
The piece notes the rise of color lighting as a stage innovation led by Signor Achille Ricciardi, predicting it will reach America with D Annunzios Quarnero and remarking on contemporary topics from Fiume to the Kaiser’s hospital at Amerongen and notables like MacSwiney and Bryan.
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Hifalumin Music Critica
Humaan
Signor Achille Ricciardi
Ricciardi
America
Kaiser
Amerongen
Sam's
LIFE AND FISHER FANCIES IN A MERRY OLD TIDE
A lively, discursive column celebrates fishing devotion, warns against excessive gear, and savors late century food cravings. It compares anglers to knights of King Arthur, recalls social scenes of shopping and supper contrasts, and echoes a seaside humor about fashionably modest bathing attire.
Foolish crowds and the value of common life
Doctor Crane observes a crowd around a spectacle and argues people chase exclusiveness while true happiness lies in common life. He recalls riding third class in Germany, meeting diverse travelers, and prefers humanity over pretentious class distinctions.
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Carlyle
Germany
Munich
Ulm
Nuremberg
Paris
Amelia
United States
Altho
Man and Nature Clash in a Rural Town Vision
The narrator contrasts vast universal forces with petty human squabbles on a market street. A mail cart dispute over celery reveals immigrant tensions and police intervention, while revering mountaineers and ancient natural strength as true measures of man.
Freeing Egypt and the Road to Independence
J. W. T. Mason argues that Britain aims to grant Egypt self rule following historic ties over Suez and Turkish suzerainty. He traces the canal purchase, reforms under Cromer, and shifting loyalties during war, noting a cautious but growing push for qualified independence.
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Turkey
Egypt
Cairo
Lord Cromer
Khedive
Germany
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