Ireland to host key tariff clash amid wartime shifts
The Sullivan Union notes a wartime tariff debate, arguing for protective measures as European imports surge after the war, detailing economic risks to American workers and urging continued tariff protection to sustain domestic industry. The piece cites Germany, Underwood law concerns, and political voices like Bryan in a broader tariff argument.
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England
France
Belgium
Russia
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Political purge alters civil service for tax outriders
Five hundred senatorial and congressional supporters tied to income tax collection have been admitted to the United States classified civil service. Democrats opposed the move when the law passed, but with defeat looming a ruling now brings these political figures under civil service protection.
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United States
Congress
Democrats Reassess Wilson As 1916 Campaign Opens
In 1912 Woodrow Wilson was little known to many Democrats who were introduced to him. Since then he has shifted many plans and ideas and now faces the 1916 campaign with a new set of principles. The party may feel obliged to become acquainted with him anew.
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McAdoo’s defense plan tied to controversial ship purchase scheme
The article argues Secretary McAdoo links his disputed ship-purchase scheme to national defense. It warns that public ownership is dangerous and unpopular, with strong opposition expected from a wide majority of the country.
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Government Shipping? McAdoo Urges State Involvement
The author questions why major maritime nations have not turned to government action to build merchant fleets and notes Mr. McAdoo argues for doing so. The piece contrasts private enterprise with governmental activity in developing the merchant marine.
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Ambiguous Quote From Indianapolis News Cites McAdoo
A fragmentary Indianapolis News item notes a remark about prosperity in the United States, referencing Secretary McAdoo and suggesting some individuals have benefited while broader prosperity remains elusive.
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McAdoo
President weighs tariff tweak on wool and sugar duties
Washington reports the President may ask Congress to restore the wool duty while continuing the sugar tax. Many schemes are expected to influence voters before action.
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Congress
Banker Says European War Won’t Mask Democratic Blunders
A Chicago banker asserts that even a European war cannot hide the Democratic Party’s mistakes and predicts only a natural catastrophe would alter the public view.
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New Hampshire Leaves President Behind in a Swap
The article notes the President plans to abandon New Hampshire next year, while New Hampshire had already abandoned him last year. The exchange highlights mutual political distancing between the state and the administration.
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New Hampshire
Why a Dog's Nose Stays Cold and Wet
The New Orleans States explains that a dog's nose remains cold and moist to sharpen the sense of smell. The moist membrane around the nostrils is highly sensitive, and dryness or warmth signals illness requiring care or a doctor.
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New Orleans
Vincennes bankers form Knox County Association
The Vincennes bankers hosted a banquet at Union Depot Hotel Friday evening with 150 attendees from Southern Indiana and Eastern Illinois to organize the Knox County Bankers Association. Dr. George R. Alsop of German National Bank of Vincennes presided as toastmaster and visiting bankers spoke. Sullivan attendees included Ernest D. Davis R. W. Akin and James M. Lang.
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Watsons Travel to Chicago for Business Trip
Mr and Mrs Ed Watson went to Chicago Friday on a business trip Mrs Jesse Pierce of Clinton visited Mrs Will H Hays last week
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Will H. Hays
Lickskillet items amuse Bloomington readers
A Bloomington Star sketch collects local humor from the fall festival season. The column lampoons church life, neighborhoods, and tradesmen with puns, mischief at the town pump, raffle chatter, and a tally of odd happenings including ed Bascombe’s almanacs and a broken window prank.
Motorcycle Davey used in Lattas Creek mine payroll robbery
Andrew Gilmour’s motorcycle stolen from his Clinton barn reappeared with links to the Henry Davey robbery at Lattas Creek mine pay roll. Terre Haute police delayed publication during investigation. The machine was returned to Clinton with the sidecar attachment missing.
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