Painter Proposals and Riches: A Banter on Art and Railroads
In a luncheon talk, Louis Birsky and Barnett Zapp debate art, trade, and wealth. They contrast painting with lucrative investments in railroads and electric utilities, noting how collectors like Altman and Majors affect the art market and charity optics.
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Subway
Louis Birsky
Barnett Zapp
Wasserbauer’s
Zapp
Birsky
Max Maikafer
Maikafer
Jake Margonin
Weltfisch
Welfisch
B. Altman & Co
B. Altman
Origin of the British Museum Tied to Sir Hans Sloane
Sir Hans Sloane born in County Down on April 16 1660 was a physician general to the British army and royal physician. He funded a vast collection of books and natural history specimens valued at over 250 000 dollars in his will to the nation. An act of parliament in 1753 accepted the gift and provided quarters, marking the museum’s start.
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British Museum
Hans Sloane
County Down
Ireland
Sir Isaac Newton
Royal Society
West Indies
Georgia
Stop! Two-Mile Over Speed Sparked Parkers Laugh
A London Tit-Bits piece describes a motorist fined after a halt when Con stable Copper hides in the hedge. The polite officer notes a two mile per hour excess on a measured stretch, the motorist denies it, and the sergeant is humorously spared from meals as 50 fines are preferred.
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Copper
London
A Little After Two Joke in Dublin
A man named Little in Dublin has a daughter who elopes with a man his father opposes. When the father追 discovers the elopement, he asks what time it is. The answer: a Little after two.
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Jones
Smith
Little
Dublin
Pater
Settling It Between Pen and Sword at Scribes’ Clash
Parson Bagster settles a mock dispute between Brother Buckaloo and Bradder Sankey Smith on which tool is mightier the pen or the sword. The Parson notes the points of superiority with a mountain dialect flourish.
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Kansas City Star
Supreme as Ever Organization Poised for 1920 Victory
The piece argues the Republican Party remains strong and unified after its 1916-19 campaign period, despite Wilson’s reelection. It blames California's weak state organization and Hughes’s insufficient alignment with pressing national issues for the setback, while noting West Coast influence altered key electoral outcomes.
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Republican Party
Wilson
California
Hughes
New York
Kahn Urges Militant Republicans to Brace for 2 Years Hence
Representative Julius Kahn of San Francisco urged the Republican party to stay alert and militant to succeed in four years. He said the party should organize the next House and warned against sleeping even briefly. Kahn noted his large plurality in a 60,000 vote total, with over 41,000 votes.
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Republican Party
Julius Kahn
San Francisco
Washington
House of Representatives
Kahn
Congress
Congress to rethink reserve army plans after Mexican border tour
The Providence Journal notes near unanimity for a larger fighting force but splits over creating a federalized militia. It argues the six year enlistment for Guardsmen fails to meet reserve needs and urges a better plan from the next congress, as thorough training frays into patchwork.
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Congress
Providence Journal
Democratic pledge contrasts with 1918 federal costs
A 1912 Democratic platform pledge denounces wasteful Republican spending and high taxes, calling for simple government and fewer offices. The remark contrasts with current projections of record Federal expenditures for the year ending June 30, 1918, highlighting the gap between promises and costs.
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Congress
UMW President Urges Seven Hour Day For Labor
The United Mine Workers chief advocates a seven hour workday as Congress remains in session, signaling intensified push for labor reforms.
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United Mine Workers
Congress
Once Was Enough
Mr. Wilson urges Congress to pass a law to prevent the sanction of society from getting the drop on him again. The statement frames a push for legal protection against social pressure or public censure.
Republicans Promise Stronger Support for President to Secure Peace
The piece argues Democrats fail to defend national honor and weaken in world councils, while Republicans vow to bolster the administration and strengthen true patriotic effort, aiming to secure permanent peace and bolster the president’s work.
Are your kidneys weak a nature warns you health clarity
Public health warning promotes Dr Kilmer Swamp Root as a remedy for kidney liver and bladder troubles. It urges readers to buy fifty cent to one dollar bottles from drug stores and to request a sample by sending ten cents to Dr Kilmer and Co in Binghamton New York. It cites testimonials and claims high success and urges mentioning the paper when writing.
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Dr. Kilmer
Binghamton, N. Y
Dr. Kilmer & Co
Binghamton
N. Y
The Psychology of It in Hunting Commentary
A humorous exchange claims a hunter prefers a sensitive horse for speed and quick offense. The dialogue suggests sensitivity equates to alertness and readiness, framing temperament as a practical hunting trait.
Cuticura Soap and Ointment Offer Free Sample by Mail
Heal skin troubles with Cuticura Soap for bathing and Cuticura Ointment to dry and apply. They stop itching instantly, clear pimples, blackheads, redness, and roughness, remove dandruff and scalp irritation, heal rough hands and most baby skin troubles. Free sample by mail with Book. address postcard Cuticura Dept. L Boston. sold everywhere.
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Cuticura
Dept. L
Boston
Birthstones and Destiny Come Into Play
The remark suggests birthstones govern fate, while another voice quips that life’s outcome resembles a brickbat. The exchange uses humor to reflect belief in luck versus hardship.
Quinine Tonic and Laxative Label Fragment
A fragment mentions Bromo Quinine and Grove’s label on boxes. It notes tonic and laxative effects, claims no nervousness or ringing, and lists two cent pricing references. The readable text is incomplete and unclear about a full product or status.
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B. W. Grove
Overtime Demand in Loving Our Neighbors
A wry reflection suggests many would work overtime to match the neighborly love they observe in others. The line treats community care as a demanding standard and notes the abundance of affection in daily life.
A Bachelor Is a Very Happy Man
A schoolmistress asks pupils to explain a phrase and a child replies that a bachelor is a very happy man. The girl says her answer came from her father, eliciting amusement from the teacher.
Hawkins and Baldwin Discuss Mother-in-Law Winter Visit
Hawkins expresses strong enthusiasm for his mother-in-law's winter stay, noting she can cook. Baldwin remarks on his enthusiasm, jokingly urging Hawkins to bet his life. The exchange highlights anticipation and humor about hosting relatives.
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Hawkins
Baldwin
All She Wanted to Know
A terse dialogue explores motive and wealth as a question of truth. One character admits only interest in the money, not its source, revealing tension over honesty and legitimacy in a private exchange. The clipped exchange hints at deeper conflicts about wealth and integrity.
Wright's Indian Vegetable Pills Advertisement
Obstinate attacks of Piles relieved and difficult stools softened through Wright's Indian Vegetable Pills. Send for trial box to 372 Pearl St New York. Adv.
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Wright
Pearl St
New York
Reactions Sparked by a Quip on Dynamite and Domestic Skills
A witty remark about safe carriage of dynamite draws laughs and groans. A businesswoman faces mockery until she asserts independence and criticizes outdated gender norms.
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Newark
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Philadelphia
Paderewski
New York Tribune
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Baker's
Walter Baker
Dorchester
Mass
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Manitoba
Saskatchewan
Alberta
Minerman Istiene
W. S. Nethery
Bidg
Columbus
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