Wilson Administration Penalized Patriotism on the Mexican Border
The piece argues President Wilson mobilized the National Guard for war strength, costing millions and forcing patriotic citizens into service. It claims deceit in why the call was issued, alleging a push to train citizens while underfunding regular forces, leaving 135,000 or more soldiers ready on the border with inadequate equipment. It warns of a growing reserve and future consequences if policy remains hidden and unprepared.
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Chamberlain
Senate Committee On Military Affairs
Wilson
Carranza
Mexico
Europe
Congress
Bryan
Ukase
National Guard
Hughes
America First And America Efficient
The speaker urges unity and national purpose, lauding the Republican Party as a liberty party and the guardian of American strength. He calls for steadfast self-respect, readiness for emergencies, and a productive, well organized nation guiding peace and progress.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lincoln
America
Republican Party
Great
Liberty Party
Hughes
Adequate Federal Workmen's Compensation Laws
Mr Hughes' acceptance speech urges federal action on adequate Workmen's Compensation laws. He calls for coverage of government employees and those in interstate commerce under congressional authority, to apply a suitable law nationwide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
Hughes
Nation unprepared at border crisis amid rapid mobilization
President laments shockingly unprepared state as National Guard and regulars are deployed to Mexico border. He praises guardsmen but condemns sending workers from civilian life ill equipped and trained. Criticizes administration for mismanagement and lack of foresight.
Preparedness Critique of Administration in Hughes Acceptance Speech
In a speech of acceptance, Charles Evans Hughes accuses the Administration of following rather than leading on preparedness. He blasts delays, calls it a system failure, and says the naval program relies on an incompetent administration while Congress faces political pressure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
Hughes
True Inwardness of the Vera Cruz Incident
A 1914 episode shows U S forces seizing Vera Cruz over Huerta and a demanded salute. The author argues the real aim was to depose Huerta, with deaths on both sides and later admission that the salute was a pretext. The piece reflects on war, motives, and policy shifts.
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Vera Cruz
Tampico
Congress
United States
Huerta
Mexico
Huera
Mr. Hughes
Promise to Reduce the Cost of Living Not Kept
A political speaker argues that opponents failed to lower living costs and instead hindered employment. Citing prewar tariffs, wartime stimulus, and European competition, the speaker calls for protective upbuilding policies to revive production and jobs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Europe
Hughes
Hughes Speech Urges Rural Credit System and Resource Use
Excerpt from Mr Hughes acceptance speech advocating an effective rural credit system. The proposal supports promoting agricultural interests, conserving natural resources, safeguarding and developing them for public benefit.
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Hughes
Beaumont Woman Visits Relatives Here
Miss Emma Cowen of Beaumont Texas visits relatives and friends here. Mrs E J Penton of Chicago has been visiting here. John Pars has returned home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Emma Cowen
Beaumont
Texas
E. J. Penton
Chivagre
John 'S. Pars
Boone
Unclear OCR snippet hints at political and drug court themes
Fragmentary text mentions government issues and a President Conde figure with Jersey City ties. Unclear names and events prevent firm details. likely a damaged notice or brief.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Drug & Courtry Senies Attec
Conde Pleture BR
J. S. Wells
Jersey City
Appointment of Administrator for Leah S Lowdermilk Estate
Solomon W Lowdermilk named administrator by Sullivan circuit court of Sullivan county Indiana for the estate of Leah S Lowdermilk deceased. Court notes the estate is probably solvent. Attorney M A Haddon listed. First insertion July 26, 1916.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sullivan Circuit Court
Sullivan County
Indiana
Leah S. Lowdermilk
Solomon W. Lowdermilk
M. A. Haddon
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the National Bank
Sullivan, Indiana
Chas. Bradbury
W. Jackson St
Fidelity Loan Co
East Side Sq
Sullivan Union
County News
Union
News of the World
the Star
Terre Haute
Beth Pavers
America First
America Efficient
Sullivan
Chiropractic
H. L. Ramsey
South Court St
Sullivan, Ind
Bucklen
Arnica
C.T. Howard
Parke & Wible Barn
J. S. Murphy
Dale’s
South Side Square
P. D. Q. Company
Perre Haute
Ind
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