Wilson urges immediate action on railway regulat ion measures
President Wilson asks Congress to move quickly on remaining railroad reforms including expanding the Interstate Commerce Commission, eight hour workday for interstate train crews, rate adjustments to cover costs, and a public dispute investigation. He renews calls for military control of railroads in war and broader election finance and Puerto Rico legislation.
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The Years After Fifty
The writer reflects on men reaching fifty, noting many in later life report happiness and value in their years beyond fifty. He argues that half a century of clean living earns congratulations and marks the start of life’s richest period rather than decline.
Father and Bobby Swap Writing Advice in Funny Moment
A father tries to read the evening paper while Bobby asks many questions. The boy asks for a topic for a school composition and the father quips that he can always write about face. The moment shows a playful family interaction.
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Swor Delineates Darky Types From Fort Worth
Fort Worth humorist Bert Swor, known for impersonating racial caricatures, describes a scene where a dusky suitor attempts to coax his way in with offers and pigs feet, only to be rebuffed by Clarissa who claims she now has a richer beau.
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Tempers and Change Reach Fifi Flubdub in Gossip
The report notes Fifi Flubdub, an actress, reacting strongly to tuberose scent and requiring constant supervision by her manager. The speaker recalls knowing her as a child raised near a gas house, highlighting social shifts over time.
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Opportunity Ahead For His Future Years
A magazine note reflects on a young person facing the years ahead with confidence and optimism, seeing the greatest opportunities of life still to come. The passage carries an inspirational tone about growth and potential.
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Scales Prove Grocer Honest in Local Exchange
A quoted local dispute ends with the assertion that a grocer’s scales are accurate. One man claims he weighed himself and found himself twenty pounds lighter than expected, while another counters that the scales are correct.
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Detroit Free Press
Above His Party and the Demise of Wilsonian Leadership
The article argues that Woodrow Wilson's re-election message cannot be duplicated and questions the Democratic Party's ability to find a suitable successor. It criticizes the party’s timidity and calls Wilsonism likely to fade with coming years as national and world conditions shift.
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Democratic Tariff Faith and Free Sugar Debate
The Grand Rapids Herald editorializes that after Democrats lowered tariffs sugar revenue fell by about 36 million dollars annually while prices rose to eight cents per pound. It argues free trade undermines revenue and burdens consumers, declaring tariff policy essential to the federal treasury.
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No Candidate Yet For 1920 Democratic Field
A Democratic contemporary argues that Wilson will be relieved of the temptation to seek a second term and that a single term principle may bar him from pursuing a third. With Wilson out of the picture the party faces finding a suitable 1920 candidate under pressure from within.
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Mr. Wilson
Wilson
Wilson Reelected Amid Republican Defections
The Indianapolis Star notes President Wilson won a second term largely through defections and internal Republican feuds in states with large majorities. It argues the victory rests on unworthy motives and questions the merits of the win.
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Indianapolis Star
Time to End Divisions Across The West
The Exchange argues Democrats lack a permanent hold on the West, noting two national wins amid a divided Republican party. It asks if division will endure or if real healing will come from shifting control to a party that embraces modern times and unity.
Clermont Courier Subscription Appeal From 1917 Circular
A Clermont Publishing Co notice urges readers to subscribe to the Clermont Courier for full local news including court reports, commissioners matters, obituaries, births, farm notices, ads, and day to day topics through January 1, 1918. It promotes a yearly gift and clubbing offer.
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Hamlet Quote Used to Dodge Initiative in Public Discourse
The piece notes how Hamlet's line about being bounded by a nutshell with dreams is used to excuse lack of initiative. It warns that critics may expect the president to translate criticism into concrete action rather than etherealizing.
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Four years of Democratic rule and its impact on the country
The speaker warns that a Wilson administration lasting four years would mirror past Democratic administrations, implying prolonged changes to national policy and direction. It frames the potential period as lengthy and consequential for the nation.
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