Presidents Pension Debate Sparks Constitutional Question
A Chicago Journal note from May 26 1868 argues against pensions for ex presidents citing dignity and potential careers. It questions extending support to vice presidents and lawmakers and recalls historical political episodes from Weehawken to Illinois boundary shifts.
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United States
Roosevelt
Cleveland
Congress
Minneapolis Tribune
Aaree Burr
Hamilton
Palisades
Weehawken
Jesse Thomas
Conmgrees
Indiana
Illinois
Lincoln
Senate of the United States
Andrew Johnson
Chicago Journal
The Power of One Vote in American History
A compact look at pivotal moments decided by a single ballot. From 1775 to 1800 decisive votes altered leadership, state admissions, and the ratification of foundational measures, highlighting how one vote shaped the nation.
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Benjamin Harrison
John Hancock
Hancock
New Jersey
Madison
Henry
Richmond
Hamilton
Clinton
New York
Rhode Island
Alexander
Asmilton
Thomas Jefferson
Men for Librarians in Public Libraries
A Burlington Hawkeye editorial urges bringing men back to library leadership to engage growing boys and young men. It argues male librarians should be dynamic, not mere janitors, and capable of inspiring youth while earning a good salary.
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Burlington
The Unwritten Law
A moral exhortation warns against defying law and vengeance as a path to wealth. It argues prosperity alone fails without righteousness and cites the idea that nations reap what they sow, echoing a sentiment from the Indianapolis News.
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Indianapolis News
Wife and husband debate smoking and control in humor
In a Chicago Daily News piece, a married man considers resuming smoking while his wife and a friend discuss soul ownership, influence of wives, and health benefits from quitting. The exchange pokes fun at control dynamics, addiction, and marital dynamics with light irony.
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Chicago Daily News
Long-haired amateur musician shuns pro status
The speaker, a long-haired amateur, says he plays to kill time and has no intention of becoming a professional musician. A listener from Kansas City Independent replies with a cryptic remark, recognizing his stance.
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Kansas City Independent
Consoling Words from a Minister to a Bereaved Widow
A fragment from a Detroit text shows a minister offering consolation to a widow. The speaker notes the support of friends during a difficult trial and mentions experiences with family members, highlighting the emotional relief provided by close ties.
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Mack
Detroit
Queen Victoria's dining rule shapes a tense silent court
The London observer notes Victoria's insistence on reservation and restraint at meals. She prized silence and select conversation, with the host controlling guests and topics, while Windsor dinners started late and included coffee with chosen companions. Edward VII's dinners, by contrast, were freer and less formal.
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Eeder Victoria
London
Windsor
Balmorht
Edward
Wit and Wisdom From Children Provide Gentle Classroom Snippets
In humorous exchanges a teacher asks about biped and quadruped as a child jokes about two feet. A girl mishears and vows to marry once silly man, another child mocks feeling with a rag. Lola hosts a dinner party and jokes about an informal infernal dinner skipping grace.
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Johnny
Elmer
Lola
Grace
Old Favorites and Poems Show Up in Erin Page
A collage of Irish song lyrics and verse lines recalls Mavourneen and Mevourneen in Erin, plus "What the Chimney Sang" by Bret Harte. Local notes include Brin and Blough neighbors chatting on the porch, and brief chatter about bridal tours falling out of fashion with reflections on honeymoon strains.
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Strellick
Strel- Mek
Mr. Strellick
She
Erin
Mevourneen
Killarney
England
Brin
Lotg
Thea Bay
Thee
Darlin
Kas. A. Barnard
Claribel
Bret Harte
Tee
Her
Dr. Slicer
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