Heads of Nations Right Which May Be Freely Weed
The piece discusses presidential power versus monarchies, noting the US president's four year tenure, veto dynamics, and the separation of powers. It cites Taft on veto use, compares parliamentary and presidential systems, and includes brief humorous quips and a Liberia color note.
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Europe
England
George
France
Germany
Austria
Italy
Spain
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White House
William Howard Taft
Yale Review
Popular Mechanics Items and Lab Notes From 1913 Issue
A roundup of practical tips and notes on car springs lubrication using beeswax and turpentine, safe handling of liquid oxygen for explosives, economical apartment heating with a thermostatic gas boiler, proper use of files for metal work, and the US Geological Survey map and gem production data. Also advises wearing gloves when handling dynamite. notes on Canadian pulpwood consumption.
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United States
Arkansas
Nevada
McAdoo forecasts slight surplus for present year and 1916
Secretary McAdoo estimates 1915 receipts at 728 million including 220 million from customs and 54.9 million from the emergency war tax, with disbursements about 710 million excluding the canal. For 1916 he projects 735 million receipts, 240 million customs, 44 million emergency tax, and a slight surplus after ordinary expenditures and canal costs. Income tax expected at 80 million for current year and 85 million in 1916 split evenly between individuals and corporations.
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Mrs Patterson Talks on Japan at Universalist Church
Mrs Therese Homet Patterson declared religion is Japan's hope during a public address at Universalist Church. She spoke in Japanese costume and shared years of experience in Japan, influencing local Universalist Woman's Missionary Society and adding several new members.
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National Society
Evangélist Delivers Stirring Sermon at First United Brethren
Evangelist Oliver E. Williams preached at First United Brethren Church on No Man Cares For My Soul, urging soul winning as the chief business of life. Mrs Williams led a song service, Dr Graves read scripture, and the service closed with consecratory prayer. The senior class of the high school and others planned to attend.
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Rivers and Harbors Convention Opens in Washington
Washington D C Dec 4 The national rivers and harbors congress opened its annual convention with a large attendance of delegates from across the country. Secretary Bryan gave the opening address and Senator Ransdell of Louisiana delivered the annual speech denouncing recent attacks on the rivers and harbors bill and the filibuster that stalled the measure.
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National Rivers and Harbors Congress
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Thrnout
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Ransdell
Louisiana
Rivers Hand Harbors Congress
Deacon Shoots Girl 12 Then Dies in Missouri Yard
In St Louis, 12 year old Nannie Sinicklin was shot and killed in her front yard by Robert Bailey, a 36 year old deacon who had pursued the girl for over a year claiming reform. Bailey shot himself and lies dying in a hospital. The mother reported Bailey’s persistent advances and threats, including attempts to claim the child as his own. A protracted dispute with the prosecuting attorney over Bailey’s conduct preceded the tragedy.
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Nannie Sinicklin
Robert Bailey
Tilesion
Bailey
Clara Stricklin
Federal troops still remain in Colorado
Washington December 9. Secretary Garrigan asked President Wilson about disposition of federal troops in Colorado. White House said troops would not be withdrawn today as Wilson awaited word from Governor Ammonia that the state was ready.
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Wilson
Colorado
White House
Ammonia
Collins to Manage Chicago Americans
Reports from an authentic source say Eddie Collins, bought by Charles A. Comiskey for the Chicago American League club, would manage the team. The Philadelphia Americans were cited as the prior club, with details pending official confirmation.
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Charles A. Comiskey
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Philadelphia Americans
Callahan to Succeed as Manager and Modernize Club
J. J. Callahan is slated to become vice president as manager of the Chicago club, with President Comiskey eager to relinquish business duties. Comiskey values Callahan’s executive ability and regards him highly. Callahan has long served in professional baseball and managed the Chicago club since 1912. Nearby, a $3 million project will bring hydroelectric power from Waterfall to Bombay for electric light and power.
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Bombay
How to Teach Literature lecture drew Waterloo teachers
A. D. E. Lynch of Iowa State College Cedar Falls delivered a lecture to Waterloo public school teachers in the manual training auditorium yesterday afternoon. The talk titled How to Teach Literature was part of a popular course of special lectures for teachers in the district.
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Iowa State Teachers’ College
Cedar Falls
Waterloo East
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