Map of Europe and the fate of conquest in modern times
A commentary argues that European powers are shifting from conquest to defense and self government. It notes Germany, France, Britain, and others shaping borders and alliances, with peace possible only when conquest ends and nations govern themselves.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Europe
Elali
Rome
Germany
Russia
Austria
France
Ialy
Spain
Portugal
Switzerland
Norway
Sweden
Denmark
Julland
Belgium
Balkan States
Great Britain
Jesus
Erurope
Algace
Lorraine
Prince
Dversions, I In- Vandould Be An Independent Mitina and Avetrid-Hungary
Algace-Lorraine
England
Treland
Poland
Finland
Sneland
Safety First Des Moires Triteme
A fragmented note argues for a water safety campaign to prevent drownings and to reduce superstitious fear around water. It calls out negligence by ward officials and emphasizes teaching both accident prevention and avoidance of water to prevent death.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ward
Galluses and Hope Pretend to Celableh a Verdict on the Suspender
Prominent prohibition leader John B. Hammond challenges a dietary and attire debate over galluses and suspender belts. Historical speculation on belts predates trousers, with debate over who should decide this issue. The piece notes theatrical satire and political references, including Woodrow Wilson and whisky’s role in crime and defense.
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Hiwauiee Rastro Berg al Brrtey
1-1
John B. Hammond
John
Wwearts
Orion
John Hammond
Sacramento as Founding City of California
Sacramento, the capital of California, grew from a frontier outpost to a major hub on the Sacramento River. The city flourished after securing the state capital in 1954, hosting a growing population, a state university and a rail-linked economy, with art galleries and libraries later expanding as floods, fires, and growth shaped its identity.
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Sacramento
California
San
Sacramenta
Osteamhudt
Califortie
Fort Inchao
Indiana
Yc Ent
Southern Pacific Railroad
Johnson
Southern and
Western Pacific
Sacramento Valley
Irou
Bui
Central Pacific Railroad
Verrocchio the Teacher and the Spark of Genius
Dr. Frank Crane extols Verrocchio as a universal teacher who electrified students with his passion. He notes Verrocchio’s workshop fostered Leonardo da Vinci and other masters, detailing his varied skills from plaster to wax, geometry to music, and his flame of humanity.
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Verrochia
Florence
Vasari
Tales Chan
Oller
Verrocehio’s
Verrocchio
Leonardo da Vine
Perugino
Francesco al Simone
Agnolo di Polo
Lorenzo di Credi
Jesus
Socrates
Arnold and
Angby
Mark Hopkins
Andrea
Eit
Tragicomical Skit From Tarrytown Pastor on Charity
Rev Arthur T Brooks and John J Rockefellers pastor in Tarrytown discuss the law and aid to the poor. He quips about charity being a nuisance and recalls a cookbook tale as a housewife feeds a hungry tramp despite warnings. A back door encounter ends with the tramp left outside.
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Arthur T. Brooks
John J
War mania and rational leaders contrast across Europe
A 19th century column argues that mass war fever in Paris Berlin Vienna and beyond resembles a madhouse. It laments mob passion while praising statesmen who seek sober peace and warn that 15 million soldiers would bring immeasurable loss unless rulers choose restraint and avert broader conflict.
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New York Evening Post
Hishey Butler
Vienna
Parle
Berlin
In &T. Petersburg
Paris
Europe
Atteen
Russia
France
War Telegrams Foretell Widespread European Ruin
A fragmentary European crisis report describes mobilizations and battles as Russia deploys 1,280,000 troops and editors warn of near total destruction. The Cedar Rapids Gazette invokes catastrophe while noting fleets, borders, and rulers amid looming conflict.
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Europe
Gibraltar
Nnl
Russia
Berlin
Toland
Arma
Belgium
Qne
Wassila
Gazette
Optimistic Note In Trade Letter From Leavitt & Johnson Bank
A July avowed trade forecast from Leavitt & Johnson National Bank of Waterloo notes a healthier economic undertone after 90 difficult days. It cites abundant money, improved bond and stock activity, and a promising crop outlook ahead, with June business failures easing yet liabilities remaining high.
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Optimisia
Leavitt & Johnson National Bank of Waterloo
Lusinesa
Erecast
New York Exchange
World wheat crops and cotton show upswing in 1930s report
The report notes wheat not above average yet profitable export by surplus. All grains vegetables and fruits look satisfactory with a cotton crop improvement to 13 800 thousand bales. Tobacco remains weak with an expected 640 pounds per acre. Business conditions improve but remain an undertone. electric fixtures by Black Hawk Electric Co. advertised.
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Nanaleca
Talsiance
Numan Wberry
Texas
Nebraska
Towa
Woodrow Wilson
Tesulta of Movert
Uskis
Des Moines
Pribune
New York
Searetle
Cape Steath
Dawson-Statt
Des Moinés
Intaw
Dawson
Lorent
Frank Crane
Boston Advertiser
Narney Sheridan
Toby
Uala Undertone Creat
Bustos
Uneeda Biscuit
Zu Zu
National Biscuit
Black Hawk Electric Co
Lar
Exclusive Dry Cleaners
East Fourth Street
W. Egbert
C. D. Bailey
Secy
BR. B
Pinkerton & Company
United States Detective Agency
Chicago
Pinkerton National Detective Agency
Boyce Building
Chicago, Ill
F. H. Latier Cortier
Lafayette Street
Fourth Street
Evening Courier
Tme
Bor Candy
Pafayette O
ST. 5
Waterloo Electric Shop
Waterloo Electrical Supply Company
Telephone 166
Gerrit J. Bennett
Thone
Grant Ave
K. A. Schilader
First Natt Bank
Waterlon
Independence
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