Senator La Follette Dies After Noted Political Career
Senator La Follette of Wisconsin, a longtime critic of centralized federal power and a key figure in the New Nationalism era, has died. He served as District Attorney, congressman, governor, and four terms in the U.S. Senate, twice seeking the presidency and finally running as an independent in his home state.
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Harking Back a Hundred Years on the Flag
The editorial contends President Coolidge overstated the Stars and Stripes claim to sovereignty and argues for honoring the flag while recognizing other democracies. It notes countries with monarchies also sustain sovereign people and urges kinship with Canada Australia Norway and others rather than exclusivity.
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Obregon voices support for American people stance
Former Mexican president Obregon congratulates Calles for Kellogg’s statement on U S Mexico relations. He says he cannot see the shadow of the American people behind the secretary of state's action and praises American opinion. Alaska towns plan Fourth of July celebrations led by Juneau and chambers of commerce.
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Canada Plans Arctic Island Expedition and Government
Canada prepares a expedition to claim discovered Arctic islands, form governments, and survey resources. Mackenzie of Yukon will lead the North Atlantic and Arctic Islands administration, with broad authority. The project aims for profitable results, despite high costs, while native populations are described as not hostile.
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History repeats as Casstar stam pede fortunes fade
Enthusiastic prospectors chasing fortune on golden sands return disheartened and wiser. The pattern echoes past ventures as hopes wan e.
Two-party system urged as vital in political discourse
A general view is that two political parties are necessary and leaders from both sides often stress the other's essential role. The passage emphasizes ongoing efforts to demonstrate the value of opposing parties in a healthy democracy.
Two Voices on American Ideals Split by Reflection
A Guardian commentary contrasts Elihu Root's Carnegie Endowment address with sharp English critiques of American life. It notes disillusion in writers like Sinclair Lewis and Mise Glaspell, legal battles over teaching evolution, and Senetor Glass on international openness. The piece weighs optimism versus pessimism in American progress and cautions readers about judging nations from contrasting viewpoints.
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McAdoo Seeks Abrogation of Two-Thirds Rule for 1928
McAdoo pushes to remove the Democratic two-thirds rule to enable a 1928 candidacy. He cites past votes at Madison Square Garden and aims to organize forces and adjust conditions for a second bid. The move faces Southern influence and states like New York, New Jersey, Massachusetts, and Pennsylvania opposition. Other items note satire and political commentary from various papers.
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Along Life's Detour and Social Dissent Reflections
A fragmentary column surveys social views and old fashioned behavior. It touches on queer identity rumors, friendship, and business ethics guided by the Golden Rule. An observation notes changing standards with a cartoonish reference to the Ananias Club and a plumber retort about carrying tools.
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A sentimental exchange between a husband and wife about loss and absence. The husband asks if she would miss him after death, and she replies she would miss him greatly every Saturday night.
Proposal Moment Hearts and Hesitations
Henry Peek recalls the moment of asking and the rival hope that she might say yes. He reflects that she initially refused, with longing for a different outcome evident in hindsight.
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Street car seating row sparks gender glare in transit debate
A reader argues against criticizing men for watching women on street cars, noting men often board first leaving women to stand. The letter suggests men would ogle silk hosiery if given a better view, reflecting on transit decorum and gender roles in public transport.
Appetite They've Parted Now in Separate Ways for Meat Dish
Fragmentary line suggests a breakup over a meat course described as aronnaise. The readable portion hints at a culinary context with emotional or relational subtext, but lacks clear names, places, or dates to form a full event summary.
Heat and Bills Dominate a Cooling Summer News
A jumble of items notes record gas demand, heat effects, and light quips from Detroit. References to De Witt Post er and the American Research Foundation hint at high gasoline use. Humorous exchanges touch on weather, fashion, birthdays, and everyday frustrations in a busy column.
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Fragmented quote about fashion and marriage norms
A fragment discusses a daughter paying money, notes about an old married woman calling something a perfect darling, and comments on modern girls clothes. It mentions clothing hangs from the shoulder and caution against a waistband giving away, reflecting attitudes on marriage and attire.
Daily Sentence Sermon: Gift of Gab Does Not Equal Eloquence
A brief meditation argues that fluency and talkativeness do not guarantee skill in communication. It cautions that effective speaking relies on clarity, listening, and thoughtful structure rather than sheer volume of words.
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News of the Names Club Carl Hammer in Pittsburg
William Targett of Cleveland wed this week as local papers for sale at The Empire report. The lighthearted item notes the bridegroom’s surname and a playful warning about expectations without sensational detail.
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Final proof testimony on land entry filed in Alaska
Department of the Interior notes final proof testimony for a forest land entry in Alaska. Harry A Pryde and witnesses Hose Maller and Withiam Doughis reside in Juneau and the final proof is in Anchorage files. Protest deadline is August 14, 1925, with final certificate to be issued if no protest is filed.
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Nerve and Fashion Fads Fuel The Era’s Moral Mix
A columnist roams topics from a woman writer’s view of a girl described as splash color to flappers and dress habits. The piece lampoons late nights meals costly dreams and alimony fears while urging restraint and fiscal temperance as a remedy to crime and social excess.
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