Parcel post credit dispute shakes Maryland campaign
Congressman Moon of Tennessee disputed that David J. Lewis fathered parcel post credit. Moon asserted Jonathan Bourne of Oregon deserved more credit for the parcel post, noting Lewis opposed Bourne’s bill and favored government purchase of express companies.
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David J. Lewis
Maryland
Blair Lee
House of Representatives
Moon
Tennessee
House Committee of Post Offices and Postroads
Jonathan Bourne
Oregon
Congress
Lewis
Republicans Reunion and the Progressives' Return
The piece argues that Progressive Era realignment has occurred smoothly as progressives largely back Republican efforts to end Democratic rule. It accuses President Wilson of partisan actions and claims the Democratic Party is unable to attract prominent progressives, while the Republicans consolidate the anti-Democratic bloc.
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Mr. Wilson
Congress
Beveridge
Hughes
Wilson
Republican Corral
Democratic National Committee
Indianapolis
New York
North Carolina
Democratic Party
Argentina and U S Tariff Revisions in 1917
The article notes Argentina plans a tariff revision, and the United States will revise tariffs in 1917. It asserts Argentina meats and grain will not be added to the free list.
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Argentina
United States
The Slump After Arms Boom Forecast By Tribune Note
A South Bend Tribune dispatch notes a looming downturn in U S munitions output as wartime orders decline. Thousands of workers were dismissed as plants closed or scaled back after early war contracts were filled. The piece argues the economy’s strength rests on local conditions, not only European war, and criticizes Congress for not pursuing pro growth policy.
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United States
England
France
Russia
Great Britain
Congress
South Bend Tribune
Change of Mind on China Loan and Republican Solidarity
Analysis contrasts Wilson era policy with current State Department efforts to fund China, noting failed six power accord and open door concerns. It argues sugar tax as Made in America policy, praises Republican resurgence, and links party unity to enduring national principles. It critiques Wilson and envisions strong leadership.
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Woodrow Wilson
United States
China
Wilson
Britain
France
Germany
Russia
Japan
State Department
New York
Okuma
Uncle Sam
John Hay
Elihu Rodt
Department of State
America
Europe
Asia
Political campaigning during duty period criticized
The Pittsburgh Gazette Times notes that Mr Wilson will be judged by his deeds not words and that his current campaigning shows he has not yet satisfactorily acquitted himself. The piece emphasizes acting in patriotic work rather than political efforts during the relevant period.
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Wilson
Pittsburgh Gazette-Times
Knocking American Sugar Producers and Tax Proposals
An opinion piece critiques Frank C. Lowry as a sugar industry lobbyist opposing payroll taxes and backing a half-cent per pound excise tax on US sugar. It notes his influence as Democrats push revenue measures and discusses contemplated consumption taxes amid tariff changes and refiners’ margins.
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Frank C. Lowry
Federal Sugar Refining Trust
Seaboard
Frank
Senate
Lowry
United States
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Greensburg
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Indianapoli
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Bloomington
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Linton
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Hymera
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