Status of American citizenship for foreign-born individuals
The piece discusses the status of American citizenship for people born in other countries and questions dual allegiance. It cites Robert Jansing and quotes the Fourteenth Amendment, arguing that birthright citizenship binds individuals to the United States, rejecting loyalty to two nations. It notes Col. Roosevelt’s objections to dual nationality and emphasizes allegiance to the United States.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert Jansing
Secretary of State
United States
Jock CO
Seeton
Col. Roosevelt
Republican Prospects Grow Across Nation for 1916 Race
The text contends that Republicans gain strength nationwide against Wilson and Democrats. It cites Indiana as a Bull Moose hub returning to GOP, estimates a 100000 vote lead, notes Winds back in the fold, and predicts a solid western GOP sweep. California’s ex-Moose defection and New York’s current Republican administration bolster optimism for a November 1916 victory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilson
Washington
California
New York
Switzerland Will Stand Firm Against Invasion
War scarred Switzerland prepares to defend a half million armed forces while caring for a million war refugees with limited resources. The nation aims to meet the crisis with energy and thrift, honoring its traditions and welcoming aid for the vulnerable, including refugees and displaced families. Meanwhile Waterloo promotes a Made in Waterloo campaign to boost local industries and public awareness of factory products. Theodore Roosevelt’s critique of dual citizenships is noted as a fallacy in the surrounding discussion.
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Switzerland
Eppal
Waterlso
Tte
Waterloo
Oftr
Elf
Books by George Matthew Adams Advise Reading Habits
Encourages selecting books to reveal character and wealth of mind. Emphasizes that books embody wisdom and folly, shaping national character and personal growth. Urges steady reading to gain sympathy, inspiration, and lasting influence, citing Napoleon and Ossian.
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George Matthew Adams
Napoleon
Olear
Ossian
Tamatl
Holland the water tight land of canals and windmills
A rambling portrait of Holland as a water tight country half under the North Sea and half above it. The piece extols canals windmills cheese and thrift while joking about population and history. It mentions dykes floods Pilgrim Fathers and English language origins in Friesland with playful exaggeration.
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Holland
North Sea
Cita
Sjollander
Wonun Dyke
Adaest
Holand
United States Senate
United States
Rhine
Spain
Cuba
Houses That Resemble People and Personalities
A reflective piece explores how houses mirror their inhabitants and eras from old comfortable homes to new modern bungalows. It notes elderly, conservative residents favor drab colors, while younger people choose brighter hues, and admires gracious old houses as peaceful, jewel like settings reflecting dignified occupants.
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Charles Lamb
Ian
Cambridge
Rainbow Bridge War Of Giants And Fairies
In a world of giants and dwarfs the cloud fairies color the sky each sunset while dwarfs watch from a distant corner. Giants plot to raid the cloudland castle, riding dragons and trampling homes. A fairy warns the dwarfs and shares a plan to topple the rainbow bridge to stop the giants from crossing.
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Tue
Bainbow Jeavels
Breen
Lloudland
Uttle
The Rainbow Bridge Giants And The Fairy Queen
A fairy queen guides her colorful court on the rainbow bridge as giants and dragons threaten the realm. A dwarf aided by magic pushes the rainbow end into the earth causing a thunderous collapse. Jewels later lie hidden in clay and stone as the giants sleep beneath the world.
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Snowy Cloud
McClure Newspaper Syndicate
New York City
Roosevelt and Barnes split stirs Republican plans in Iowa
Syracuse reports Republicans and Progressives plan to reunite behind Roosevelt. Barnes defeated, likely exit from the field, while Roosevelt promises active but not domineering involvement in next year’s campaign. Des Moines notes speakers at Iowa City federation meeting shift from flattery to women to a more sober tone.
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Syracuse
Roosevelt
Mr. Roosevelt
Des Moines Tribune
Iowa State Federated Clubs
Iowa City
Newspaper Roundup of Political and Public Feats
The items note President Wilson’s busy schedule and family ties, including a granddaughter presented by his daughter and diplomatic duties. Clinton Herald reports denial of war over packers cargo, praising spunk. Sioux City Journal highlights Roosevelt’s magazine preference, while Sioux City Tribune urges vigilance over corn as generals monitor swarms.
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Wilson
Charles City Intelligencer
McAdoo
Sayre
Views of the People to the Editor by Dr L M Small Waterloo May 25
In a letter to the editor Dr L M Small states his belief in Jehovah as the one God and Father, Jesus as his only begotten son, Jesus as preexistent with the Father, the Bible as inspired, and virgin birth. He offers to publicly prove these claims upon invitation.
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Russell
Jesus Christ
Jesus
DR. L. M, Small
Waterloo
Oklahoma Woman Earns Living as a Teamster
Drawright, Oklahoma May 25 Miss Frankie Lily 22 years old is the only woman teamster in the oil fields. She owns her team and wagon and earns from 4 to 10 dollars a day lifting heavy pipes and hauling. She weighs about 175 pounds and can lift as much as a man. Lily says she enjoys outdoors work and money, with no trouble from others. Her parents live in Alva, Oklahoma.
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Okla
Frankie Lily
Miss Lilly
Alvya
Gay estate to pay large collateral tax, will contested
Vinton May 26. The state will collect several thousand dollars as collateral tax on the $400,000 estate of the late Mrs Virginia Gay of Columbus formerly of Vinton. Relatives contest the will with two major bequests for a Vinton hospital and a Columbus home for aged and school teachers. Minor bequests go to relatives while codicils are challenged. The paper notes ongoing disputes over validity and timing of the will.
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Vinton
Lowe
Virginia Gay
Columbus
Gay
Ber Ry
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Iowa
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Toledo Blade
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Cal
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Haly
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Roy and
the Big Rabbit
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Great Britain
Chicago Packers
Sioux City
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Sioux City Tribune
Oklaboma
OWA
Il Teurler
Martha Washington
Mayer
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F. G. Fuchs & Sons
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T. Shoe Co
Fourth Street
East Fourth Street
F. Mayer Boot & Shoe Co
Milwaukee
Wiscons
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