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How Great Britain May Block the Merchant Submarine
Britain would use strict control of imports and shipping to stop German submarines from taking rubber and nickel from U S ports. It would require manifests approved by British agents and cut shipments from British possessions to prevent enemy access, even if it means American shortages of key war materials.
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Deutschlané
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Europe
Taxing Munitions and the Constitutional Question
The piece argues retroactive taxing of munitions is unconstitutional and would mostly affect US produced arms for the government. It contends Congress would rob Peter to pay Paris and raise war costs by placing a forward looking tax on arms, armament, and ammunition.
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Government taxes and munitions production shield U S in war
The text notes that government actions will tax to offset losses, while munitions plants now serving Europe could pivot to U S wartime needs. It argues constitutional export tax bans force price shifts and that preparedness largely funds itself, with Congress able to tax preparedness away.
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Worth Borrowing From The Japanese Soldier Bible
The article urges preparedness and unity between officers and men in the military, citing a Meiji Emperor rescript as the Japanese army and navy bible. It praises valor and discipline, urges courtesy across ranks, and suggests borrowing pages from the text to bridge gaps between officers and enlisted personnel for imperial aims.
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The Progressive Vote and party realignment in 1918
The piece analyzes how the Progressive party, long defunct as a formal body, still influenced voter behavior. It notes leaders returned to the Republicans, debates the impact of the Progressive split on Independent voters, and highlights rising labor and floating votes shaping the 1918 electoral landscape. The Democratic Party faces the solid South start.
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Republican vote split to decide national contest outcome
The piece notes that independence voting patterns will determine if Republicans can beat Democrats, with past lines once clear now fractured since 1912, making a return to former majorities unlikely in a national contest.
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The Great American Market War Trade Debate
A pro American market editorial argues the United States must shield domestic industry from rising imports as war and postwar shifts boost foreign shipments. It urges tariff protection to keep wages and jobs at home, warning that open markets would flood the U.S. with cheap goods once peace returns.
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Don Miguel of Braganza Honored by Kaiser Wilhelm
The Military Gazette in Berlin lists Don Miguel of Braganza as given a first lieutenant commission in the Sixth Lancer Regiment, despite Portugal being at war with Germany. His marriage to American Anita Stewart led him to renounce royal rights and marry on equal footing, leaving him barred from the Portuguese throne. The piece also notes German-Austrian war alignments of the Braganza family and touches on Harold Tennant's political ascent and choices.
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Youth in the Fighting Line in Vancouver Letter
A mother writes of losing her 19 year old son who joined a cause of empire. The writer notes young sacrifice is a recurring theme in Western history, citing Civil War figures of 806000 under 17 and 2,000,000 aged 18 to 22 serving in the Northern army from 1861 to 1865.
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Last hired girl leaves after musical benefit concert
In a Louisville Courier Journal item a family recalls hiring a girl who loved music. They organized a small concert for her benefit but the following day she abruptly departed, leaving them surprised by her sudden exit.
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Congress Condenses News From Row of Bills
Congress passed an agricultural appropriation bill of about 24000,000 and a $200,000 refugee relief bill. The river and harbor bill was adopted at $43000000, while the McGillicady Kern workmen’s compensation measure cleared 286 to 3. Swanson to speak on a bill. Randall and Smith introduced relief and investigation measures. Adjournment set for noon with leaders agreeing on a daily session schedule.
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Portrait of Richard Harding Davis as a dapper war correspondent
A brother correspondent recalls Richard Harding Davis in Vera Cruz as a conspicuous, immaculately dressed figure. He carried his bath tub and war gear, wore a dinner coat at the Portales hotel, and kept a fixed code of appearance and conduct befitting a premier war correspondent.
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Out of Prosperine's Apron Poem Fragments in St Nicholas
Fragmentary verse recalls fairies emerging from Prosperine's apron as Buttercup Grasshopper and a boyish figure swirl through a vivid garden. Little details like scarlet bonnets, golden strings, and sapphire wings animate the scene while a playful breeze carries hidden, unnamed figures seen only by a child, a bird, and a rose.
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Can't Smoke in Garages Mass. Ruling
In a Massachusetts garage dispute Judge Wentworth ruled that a garage owner could remove a lighted cigar from a patron per state smoking in garages law. The owner Huntley was found justified in taking the cigar but not in striking Mildram. Mildram was not found to have been assaulted and Huntley was discharged.
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Youth enjoys many things that manhood dislikes
A City Journal snippet quotes a youth reflecting on growing up and the rite of shaving at eighteen, illustrating humor and tension between youth and mature perspectives. The exchange highlights attitudes toward aging, independence, and social expectations in early adulthood.
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His Responsibility. A courtroom clash over a stranger
A Life magazine excerpt portrays a judge questioning why a man picked a fight with a stranger. The man cites that all his friends are away on vacation, explaining the confrontation as an impulsive dispute rather than premeditated aggression.
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Garrison spoke in London on abolition in 1843
A historical note recalls William Lloyd Garrison visiting Exeter Hall in London on July 13 1843 to advocate abolition and global humanity. It highlights his motto My country is the world my countrymen are all mankind and his clash with colonization efforts while in England.
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Scots as Leaders of Men In American History
Samuel P. Orth argues that Scots and their descendants shaped American leadership across politics, invention, law, and diplomacy. He cites founders, presidents, and movers in industry, noting Scottish influence from newspapers to railroads while calling attention to lingering rivalries between Scots and Britons and the broader imperial reach of Scottish heritage.
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The Drama of Clothes
A New York Globe article surveys clothing trends as Russian influence reaches the West. It notes a shift from somber, funeral tones to riotous colors and bold dress, with observers embracing vivid outfits while traditional dress coats remain secure.
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Mexicans Not To Be Despised In Lawton Interview
Maj. Hugh Scott describes the Mexican army as armed and dangerous yet poorly trained and disciplined. He cites vast interior distances and hardships he endured, notes Pershing and Col Hoffman’s long friendship, and mentions a desire to have the Oklahoma regiment with Pershing.
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Polish Relief Suffering and Northwest Political Tilt
A Polish famine crisis is described as thousands dying in Russian Poland under German occupation with relief requests to the U.S. government. Separately, Montana to Washington politics lean Democratic as farm, mining, and ranching profits surge, suggesting a Democratic win in the Northwest this year.
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Nicaragua and South American Trade With US Harmony
At the Shoreham Pedro Cabrera of Managua argues Nicaragua rejects annexation and seeks permanent peace under Chamorro, a former Zelaya foe. Alfred Brown of Buenos Aires notes postwar South American trade will surge, highlighting Brazil’s iron ore and manganese and other materials fueling U S consumption.
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Powers of the Fireside from the Baltimore Sun
A fragmentary note from the Baltimore Sun references a police cook scene and a husband in a late night conversation, hinting at domestic powe rs and a police presence in a household.
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