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Newspaper
The Sunday Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1916
Page
22
The article notes an election context with references to voter eligibility and protected rights within Massachusetts. It highlights a 32 year old individual named Sarath Fennename and mentions the states and regions involved, including references to New England and nearby jurisdictions.
The piece presents Senator Weeks defending a cautious approach to wartime taxation and advocating income tax as a fair, emergency measure. It contrasts this with calls for general excise or wealth taxes, citing concerns about revenue stability, industry protection, and government wartime needs, while urging transparent, nationwide application and public understanding.
The article discusses government involvement in merchant shipping, contrasting public safety and private enterprise. It cites officials arguing government control could protect life at sea, while critics warn of inefficiency and unequal service. Names and places include references to states and regions, with a focus on policy choices impacting commerce and public welfare.
A speech urges strong permanent wartime research, a reform of military leadership including a youth board to study industrial threats, and swift execution of a navy and army buildup. It stresses avoiding provocations, pursuing equitable foreign policy, and fostering orderly prosperity in Mexico Cuba and Canada. The speaker criticizes neglect of defense and warns against relying on rhetoric with Germany while calling for clear diplomatic notes and unity.
A garbled historical column centers on tariff policy during the era of President Cleveland and McKinley. It portrays a speaker weeping over repeal demands, shifting party loyalties, and debates over protective tariffs tied to Cuba and the Philippines. The piece reflects era rhetoric and party realignments, with references to tariff debates, New England voter sentiments, and historical political figures.
Chicago June 3 James L Mann of Hinota Illinois minority leader in the House, an avowed Republican presidential hopeful, is seen as a possible dark horse candidate. While no active motive campaign exists, ilinoian Joloxates may vote for him if a deadlock continues, raising the chance that he could be chosen as the standard bearer.
A fashion show image from New York features Peg Raymond wearing a preparedness bathing costume. The caption suggests Miss Jond is ready for little more than a token display, reflecting the era’s pacifist sentiment and wartime fashion awareness.
Stuart F Reed of Clarksburg asserts no patronage promises in seeking Congress. He pledges action guided by public welfare and party harmony, urges a return to Republican policies to bolster coal lumber glass and other industries, and supports laws protecting workers while the European war ends. May 31.
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