Then and Now Young Men's Christian Association history
Sixty three years back the first Y M C A was organized in the United States. The piece recounts G M Vanderlo from Columbia and Thomas V Sullivan bringing the movement to Boston and London, detailing early growth, global reach, American dominance, and wartime aid by Y M C A members.
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Young Men's Christian Association
United States
G. M. Vanderlo
Columbia University
Edenberg University
London
Greshan Street
Boston Watchman and Reflector
Thomas V. Sullivan
Boston
George Williams
Young Men’s Christian Associations of the World
American Association
M. Cc. AL
Globe
Esquimaux
Reykjark
Iceland
Nairobi
Africa
Roosevelt
Jerusalem
Itm
Hope For the Unemployed in the Nation’s Heart
A report on the Second National Conference on Unemployment held in Philadelphia noting a need for constructive work programs, regular labor exchanges, and unemployment insurance for the employable. It argues relief agencies handle the unemployable, and stresses year round subsistence via a self insurance principle modeled after Germany, advocated by Labor Legislation authorities.
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Philadelphia
New York
Reformatory
America
Columbia University
Germany
Henry R. Seager
American
The Only Safe Course After All Versus Defense Debate
An Illinois university president argues that overpreparation invites unpreparedness and that a balanced approach is needed. He urges building trained citizen soldiery and military forces through existing schools to deter aggression and protect the nation.
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Illinois
Germany
China
Edmund J. James
Uni
Europe
Waterloo charity and a Belgian youth’s new path to life
A Belgian man near Waterloo loses his legs and is found helpless. Waterloo raises funds to fit him with artificial limbs in Minneapolis and provide a commercial education, supported by local donations and neighboring towns. The piece lauds Waterloo’s humanity and recalls local civic events and stockyard figures from Chicago.
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Waterloo
Minneapolis
Waterloo Institution
Call Bantams Best Soldiers London War Debate
London December 29 The British journal argues wartime needs favor short infantry over taller soldiers. It cites advantages such as better cover, smaller targets, lighter equipment, easier trench shelter, and less clothing and food demands while noting cavalry and artillery require bigger men. It asserts the aim is winning a war of sieges and attrition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Xed
Deal Journal
Foley Kidney Pills Ad From Greenville Doctor
Dr J T R Neal of Greenville South Carolina touts Foley Kidney Pills as unmatched for kidneys in 30 years of practice. Available in boc and dollar sizes, claimed to relieve backache rheumatism kidney and bladder ailments. Sold by all druggists nationwide.
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J.T. R. Neal
Greenville
So. Car
Tortoise-Shell Spectacles Capture Public Fancy
Tortoise-shell spectacles spread among men as a bold personal adornment. Priced under 15 dollars, the glassy eyewear lends an aura of learning and dignity, boosting stage acts and vaudeville appeal while provoking amused caution from onlookers.
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Dave
Ieniger
To the Heart of the Matter on Moral Forces in America
An essay argues that Home as a moral core drives religion toward justice and socialism toward brotherhood, with trade unions seeking fairness. It envisions a future where national life becomes a large family and egoism yields to service, contrasting current barbarism with rising cooperative unity. It cites Maeterlinck on compassion and notes an Asiatic town where women are forbidden to enter.
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America
Maeterslinck
Mainaichi
Russia
Open mind and prejudice in daily life column
Ruth Cameron discusses prejudice versus open mindedness in casual chat. She notes women may be more prejudiced than men, yet many condemn ideas without trying them. The piece observes a business-minded openness to suggestions, hinting at progressive shop attitudes.
The Woman Who Studied Home Management
Condemnation without trial marks debates on new home keeping methods. A woman reads a practical book on managing a household with two babies and outside duties, yet dismisses it as theory. The piece notes women’s resistance to change, guarding traditional methods with prejudice.
Pains in Back and Hips Warn of Kidney Strain
A war era warning urges strengthening kidneys and removing acids with Toley Kidney Pills. The plea urges balance and reason over force, noting peace and goodwill if not for aggression and vengeance, and ends with a drug advertisement urging readers to buy Toley pills from druggists.
Hundred Years of Peace That Might Have Been
The article reflects on a century since the 1814 Ghent peace treaty and notes six disputes that could have sparked wars between the United States and Great Britain. It credits mutual restraint, compromise, and honest public opinion sustained by a free press for avoiding conflict and granting a peaceful legacy.
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New York World
Great Britain
United States
Ghent
Oregon
Trent
Alabama
Venezuela
Bering Sea
Yukon
Java
Leo M. Frank Gets Chance for Life
Justice Lamar of the Supreme Court granted an appeal from the Georgia federal court ruling that refused to release Leo M. Frank on habeas corpus. Frank, condemned for the murder of Mary Phagan, seeks relief as his attorneys pursue the appeal.
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Washington, D. C
Justice Lamar
Supreme Court
Yeaterday
Georgia Federal Court
Leo M. Frank
Frank
Mary Phagan
Atlanta
Wealh
Altho
Don not be misled about tuberculosis treatment
A dated testimonial touts Eckmans Alterative as effective for bronchitis and lung disease, recounting a St Francis Hospital case where a diagnosis of tuberculosis was overturned after using the product. The letter claims lasting recovery and urges readers to seek the remedy from leading druggists and the Eckman Laboratory in Philadelphia.
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Eckman
Thompson St
New York
St. Francis* Hospital
Father Stark
Mary Korhamer
Eckman Laboratory
Philadelphia
Appeal Granted in Frank Case Over Habeas Writ Review
Attorneys argue state courts lost jurisdiction after unfair trial in murder conviction. Georgia federal court denied habeas relief. Supreme Court appeal granted to hear in Washington. Justice Lamar says appeal differs from prior writ of error. Execution stayed pending further action as full court may hear in about 18 months.
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Federal Court of
George
Frank
Ana
Georgia
Newman
Supreme Court
Washington
Vergla
Fraenk
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