Statue illumination plan echoes Liberty ideals in World push
The New York World endorses a public subscription to illuminate the Statue of Liberty at night with government upkeep after funding. The piece praises citizen support, historic ties with France, and the vision of a symbol of liberty uniting two republics. It lauds James J. Hill as a public-minded, liberal financier.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New ‘York World
Statute of Liberty
New York
Congress
France
Liberty
B'vance
America
Bescom
End of War Aims and Global Peace Confederation
The piece argues that wartime realities undermine pacifist ideals and favors preparing for peace through a global confederation that settles disputes and preserves free highways. It emphasizes respecting small nations, preventing entangling alliances, and advancing a universal peace framework while urging public duty to consider such plans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
League
America
International Confederation
Washington
Remembering James J. Hil A notable American figure
The piece lauds James J. Hil as a model of true Americanism. It highlights his birth in the United States, early life in Canada, and his impact as a railway builder and executive. It emphasizes courage, industry, integrity, foresight, and public-mindedness as defining traits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Northwest
Waite murder trial prompts mixed public sentiment
Readers note mixed sympathy for the Waite murder case as jurors in New York reach a quick verdict and questions arise about mercy and legal responsibility. The piece reflects on wartime anxieties and ongoing public discourse as Americans eye political and military developments at home and abroad.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New
New York
From Other Viewpoints on Victory and Censorship
A collage of 1910s editorial opinions marker phrases from multiple papers. Germany dictating terms, Lloyd George and the Trish question, King George and New York World, political censorship, President Wilton’s new age, and reactions from Chicago News Rochester Herald Fate Street Journal Atlanta Constitution.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilton
Chicago News
Plena’ Prescription Promises Quick Female Health Relief
A fragmented advertisement lists Dr Plena Frvarice’s remedy for female illnesses and pain. It touts benefits for backache and general malaise, urging readers to buy the “Pleasant Becta” medicine in a pocket size booklet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Plena
Umea
Porto
Cement Worker Ready to Build Walks and Concrete
Ready for cement work, I am prepared to build cement walks and perform all kinds of concrete work. All jobs guaranteed to be fast, accurate, and priced right.
Fragmented OCR notes on local display and items
The readable text outlines a damaged scene featuring a display or stall with marble and opal items, Genusa Mire benches, and various unfamiliar names. It mentions a cover ache and a plan for a project or exhibit, with scattered references to a Gator Bee and a working bench area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baer
Woard
Mike
Naerabiy
Rain Spoiled Parade in Buemera May 31
Rain halted the planned parade and program as townsfolk rushed to shelter. The event shifted to the Opera House where the program proceeded with hymn, texts, and a hymn and drum choir performance by local church groups. The preacher and audience heard Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address read aloud, with religious leaders and officials participating.
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Buemera
Gore
Tnstead
Oper
Carrien
Ana Iney
Maria
Agjatant
Lincoln
Garnard
Methodist Church
Avery Gheif
Jumble of rag trade noted in shipper’s tale
An unclear fragment describes a shipment involving a Juke Maker and sacks of rags. John Caldwell is mentioned with a mountain of bags on a dray cart. The text is highly garbled and provides few solid details beyond a rag trade scene and a referenced shipment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Caldwell
Fragmented OCR fragment from early 19th century notices
Fragmentary text appears to describe a mix of unrelated notes and personal fragments. Names such as Buffalo, Mejawaring, and Bowen appear with scattered references to a May date, a carnival, and a grant or act related to a corporation. The piece lacks coherent news structure and contains garbled OCR.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bowen
Mejawaring
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