Defeat of Watchers Bill rallies suffrage supporters
Harrisburg reports that the defeat of the Watchers Bill, aimed at ensuring honest votes on the state suffrage amendment, strengthened the campaign. Suffragists issue letters to constituents of opponents, vowing to punish those who voted against the measure and asserting that fair play and public duty guide supporters.
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Harrisburg
Antis
Frank M. Roessing
Pennsylvania Woman Suffrage Association
Pennsylvania
Hannah J. Patterson
Woman Suffrage Party
Opportunity Ought to Use a Club
Quote from Kansas City Star attributed to J. Fuller Gloom about opportunity knocking and the speaker’s difficulty hearing, hinting at missed chances and a sharper, metaphorical critique of luck and persistence.
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J. Fuller
Kansas City Star
Caesar and Napoleon quoted on leadership and risk
Napoleon recalls Julius Caesar's bold ventures at St Helena. He argues Caesar faced great risks, endured via genius, and influenced France through battles and Civil War era action.
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Caesar
Napoleon
St. Helena
France
Transients Questioned About Servants on Premises
In a dialogue, a person denies keeping servants, acknowledging only temporary workers on the premises for a day or two. The exchange centers on the status of domestic help and occupancy.
Friendship in distress and gladness, our shared need
A compact reflection on friendship as essential in times of misery and joy. The quote from W. S. Lander anchors the note, framing friendship as the constant human resource during adversity and celebration alike.
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W. S. Lander
Press comment on German reply to the Lusitania note
Editorials from major papers across the United States condemn Germany's note as evasive insincere or insulting. Critics urge firm action and accountability, noting the note fails to address the president's reparations demands and threatens a diplomatic crisis.
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New York “Times
Berlin
New York “World
New York “Tribune
Germany
New York “Herald
Boston
Savannah
Richmond “Times-Despatch
Richmond ‘News
Indianapolis
Daily Telegraph-Tribune
Kansas City “Star
Columbus
Detroit “Journal
St. Luis
Globe-Democrat
Chicago “Journal
United States
Portland
Oregonian
Macon
Minneapolis “Journal
Galveston “Tribune
Atlanta “Journal
Louisville
Pimes
Baltimore “Sun
Buffalo “Express
Pittsburgh “Gazette Times
St. Louis “Republic
Omaha
Wilhelmstrasse
Chattanooga
Providence “Journal
St. Louis
Die Westliche Post
Courier-Journal
Washington, D. C
Star
Cincinnati
Freie Presse
New Orleans
Chicago
Staats Zeitung
Washington
Charleston
Evening Post
Sacramento
Cleveland
Plain Dealer
Springfield
Omaha “World Herald
Albany
Knickerbocker Press
Better to Spend Wisely Proverb Echoes Frugality
A maxim warns against hoarding money without enjoying it, comparing such a person to a donkey that dines on thistles while grass is plentiful. The saying emphasizes prudent spending and contentment over greed.
Life Lessons From Baseball Echoes in Everyday Struggle
A Detroit Free Press reflection compares life to baseball, noting the difference between reaching the top of the league and staying there as a persistent challenge. The piece uses athletic metaphors to discuss endurance, rhythm, and resilience.
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Detroit Free Press
Careful selection wards off ptomaine poison in warm weather
Health officers warn that decomposed foods cause ptomaine poisoning and digestive disorders as temperatures rise. Guidance covers signs of fresh meat and seafood and methods to detect spoiled cans, glassed meats, and smoked items, urging prompt refrigeration and sanitary markets.
Country wide plan to end baseball pool
Philadelphia police join with major cities in a nationwide campaign to break up a large baseball pool. Though the head is believed to be in a small town, Philadelphia sources say the operation is run from the city. Ex governor Tener, NL president, says the gambling hurts the game and will urge Governor Brumbaugh to stamp it out.
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Philadelphia
Davis
Tener
National League
Brumbaugh
Philadelphia Press
Acid injures girl in golf ball incident
Margaret O Briene ten year old of Titusville opened a golf ball at play the acid inside the ball splashed into her eyes both eyes swollen shut doctors fear she may lose sight tonight physicians unable to promise preservation of sight
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Titusville
Margaret O’briene
Sankey’s Son Sued for Divorce in Bridgeport Court
Ilre Allan Sankey of New York and Greenwich pleaded for divorce from Frances W. Sankey who accuses him of intemperance cruelty and desertion since January 15 1911. The couple resides in Greenwich and Mrs Sankey seeks alimony based on an alleged fifty thousand dollar fortune.
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Bridgeport
Conn
Ilre Allan Sankey
New York
Greenwich
Frances W. Sankey
Sankey
First American Savings Bank's Growth Matches U.S. Leaders
In Philadelphia America's first savings bank started and now has about 100000 more depositors than any other bank in the United States.
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Philadelphia
America
Savings Bank
United States
New State Highway Law Reorganizes Road Oversight
The Legislature enacts a comprehensive highway law creating a State Highway Commission a County Road Commissioners board and election of a County Superintendent of Roads. Salaries set by miles and capped at 2400 dollars annually with advisory duties and standards for construction and maintenance. Township supervisors oversee township roads and an Association of Township Supervisors is established.
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County Superintendent of Roads
County Board of Road Commissioners
Board of County Road Commissioners
County Superintendent of
Boards of County Road Commissioners
State Highway Commission
Pure Food Law Targets Egg Sellers Overripe Eggs
The editor notes a season problem with incubator and setting eggs sold as strictly fresh. Grocers often refund spoiled eggs bought from farmers or hucksters, raising calls for sellers to follow pure food laws. Dealers should only market eggs they would buy themselves.
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O. K
Man pays Satanic majesty at creditors' expense
A man directing his devotion to Satanic influence sacrifices repayment to other creditors. The remark notes the conflict between religious or occult ties and financial obligations, implying consequences for financial wellbeing.
Six Free Bermuda Trips Offered by Warren Mail
The Warren Mail announces six free trips to Bermuda for Warren County ladies. Enter now for a costless vacation as the Mail covers all expenses. For details, contact Contest Manager, Warren Mail, via both phones.
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Warren Mail
Bermuda
Warren and
Warren County
Bermuda Islands
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