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Newspaper
The Mobile Item
Location
Mobile, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Oct 24, 1913
Page
17
Debating Philippine Independence and U S Policy
Judge F Odlin of Florida argues against granting independence to the Philippines for at least five years warning of risks from small pro independence factions. He cites Muslim hostility and limited literacy as obstacles to self rule while Dr John McDill counters with imperialist motives and the need for right governance principles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Philippines
F. Odlin
Florida
Manilla
Mohamid
Odlin
Pery
Commission
John
University of the Us
Lake Jhank
McDill
Occidentals
The Modern American Girl Says Writer on Change
A woman writer argues the American girl is shaped by work and experience in shops and offices. She says modern girls gain poise and confidence, more attractive than the type once seen as slight and helpless among women.
The Mobile Register Responds to The Item on Panama Celebration
A Mobile volume of editorials defends local merchants against The Item's critique of fare refund claims. The piece argues the coast is driven by the Panama Celebration, President Wilson's visit, and the Southern Commercial Congress, not the Register. It questions The Item's timing and asserts broad support from local business and hotels.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mobile
Register
Buncombe
Panama
Southern Commercial Congress
Wilson
Mobile Chamber of Commerce
United States
Mobile Register
Parkis
The
Cleveland Spirit Behind City Growth Aims at Civic Soul
Mayor Baker of Cleveland praises the civic spirit behind growth. He notes Cleveland’s progress stems from a clear program and character, not just population or area. Baltimore can learn from Cleveland’s regenerating spirit to raise its own city’s fortunes.
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Baker
Cleveland
the Sun
Baltimore
Impece
de Cleveland
Baltimore Sun
Not Quite That Bad Judge Squelches Skirt Morality Talk
In Kansas City Judge Ralph S Latshaw dismisses a nascent movement against tight skirts. He recalls past fashions from hoop skirts to coiffures and jokes about modesty. The piece highlights evolving social humor on clothing and propriety.
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Ralph S. Latshaw
Kansas City
Judge Latshaw
Plowman in Chicago Passes Through Mud and Strife
Fragmentary note from Chicago depicts a plowman laboring through mire with a life-aunt and a contrasting sense of hardship. The terse lines imply rural toil amid urban grit and personal hardship.
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Noti
Chicago
Excess Moisture in Corn Prompts Freight Waste Study
Washington experts from the agriculture department report that water-heavy corn wastes freight on U.S. railroads. They compare US practices with Germany's drying method, noting moisture raises costs, lowers grades, and reduces car availability during peak shipping.
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Victor Elliott
W. Ton
Depa of Agriculture
Poe
Pro
United States
Germany
Baltimore
Chicago
St. Louis
New Orleans
Even Great Men Are Human In Portraits Of Kings And Leaders
A Philadelphia Ledger excerpt reviews biographies of Napoleon Edward Cecil Rhodes and Cecil Rhodes seen through servants and chauffeurs. The piece highlights human flaws, self belief, and humility, noting Rhodes’ fatigue and his quips about merit and faith while acknowledging leadership’s limits.
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Napoleon
King Edward
Cecil Rhodes
Edward
Africa
Philadelphia Ledger
Secretary Garrison Defies Hazers at West Point
The secretary of war rebukes cadets disciplined for hazing at West Point. He denounces insubordination and demands punishment without outside pressure, urging Congress not to soften sentences and stressing discipline over coddling hazers.
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Secretary Garrison
West Point
Military Academy
Congress
Garrison
Vitalizing the Census Critique Erupts Across the Nation
The piece argues census value hinges on accuracy comparability and prompt publication. It claims the thirteenth census failed particularly in timeliness, reflecting broader nationwide criticism of the census bureau's past lax methods and procedures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tess Rewecktas
Census Bureau
Return of the lost love stirs Janet Braithwaite
Janet Braithwaite confronts a past affair as Jack Jefferson reappears at a dinner. Old memories surge when he hints at a secret shared years ago, risking a dangerous reunion that could upend her marriage to Dennis Braithwaite. She hesitates, then mutters consent to meet him again.
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Janet
Gilbert Jefferson
Netta Symmonds
Netta
Jackie
Aetal
Soho
St. Trelo’s Bay
Madame
Beattie Ellis
Beattie
Ellis
Mrs. Braithwaite
Dennis Braithwaite
Janet Braithwaite
St. Trelo’s
Jack Jefferson
Banks Are Able to Meet Emergencies by Holland
New York October 24 Banks across the United States report they can meet emergency calls and convert summer funds into cash or credit. The coming tariff changes and banking readjustments may affect credit and business, with freight costs and rail rates shaping competitive advantages for inland areas and the Midwest.
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New York
United States
Washington
Congress
Atlantic
Gulf
Pacific
United States Steel Corporation
Lake Michigan
Mid-West
Mississippi Valley
Great Lakes
Europe
West
Custom House
Interstate Commerce Commission
Theodore N. Vail
American Telephone Company
Vail
Canada
No Wait Like That in Billville
The Billville Banner satirically questions Dr. Wiley’s claim that four year whiskey can be made in forty minutes. It humorously imagines a thirsty man needing booze instantly with a bold humorous aside about quick access and echoes.
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Atlanta
No fill for foreign missions, couriers urge replacements
The Whusett Courier humorously urges the president to appoint a new envoy, joking about replacing at least a dozen men to aid the progressive section. The remark appears in a constitutional context and reflects partisan sentiment of the era.
Andrew Carnegie Praises Wilson Amid Political Hustle
The New Orleans States notes Carnegie's high praise for President Wilson while warning that Carnegie is the greatest little hustler this country has seen in currying favor with the powerful.
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Andrew Carnegie
Wilson
Andy
New Orleans
The Test. I trust the people. me One of Tham-All right
A fragmentary note from a New York item shows a plea for financial help with a small loan. The text reflects informal speech and a casual request for five dollars.
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New York
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