Controversy Over Wilson and the Romanian Pledge
The article discusses the Wilson administration’s stance on a pledge to the Romanian premier. It notes that while the exact language may vary, Wilson publicly expressed a "absolutely compelling moral obligation" to participate if Europe faced aggression. It questions whether such a moral obligation should bind the United States without constitutional backing.
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Rowmanien
Paris
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Géerganr
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Roumania
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Harding’s steady stance on international peace outlined
The Minneapolis Journal reviews political pundits’ hunt for a Harding blunder and flatly notes his acceptance of international cooperation to end war. It argues his Des Moines speech clarifies his support for a world association without surrendering constitutional sovereignty, aligning with most American views.
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Minneapolis Journal
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Des Moines
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Qarty
Gov. Cox
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Waterlooo campaign and wary voters in 1919 context
A fragment from a Waterloo area discussion condemns wartime slogans and mocks a timid league of nations stance. It notes local political organizing, fears road conditions after rains, and mentions medical risk to King Alexander of Greece from a monkey bite as support for caution on international entanglements.
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Paris
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Afair
Ospol
Alexander
Greece
United States
Health Talks By John R Huber and a World of Woes
A fragment from Health Talks discusses heredity and moral qualities, praising Bach as a paragon of transmitted genius while weaving in readers' queries on voice changes, illnesses, and personal struggles. The piece blends medical guidance with lyrical musings on life, work, and mortality.
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Weit Bach
Dennis
Lome
Friend Wife by Roe FullerSon
Andrew laments his stalled belt and useless life after cucumbers trouble him Imogene offers sympathy and humor. He muses that the sign Whats the use belongs on the wall while reflecting on wasted time from school to work as they debate priorities. The scene captures a domestic moment of frustration and light irony.
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Iwell
Jem Lawaos
Dream Land
Imogene
Andrew
Tmogene
Ben Ford Helps Wounded Soldiers Learn Shorthand
Ben Ford, a disabled youth, conceives a plan to aid returning soldiers. He teaches shorthand to 26 wounded men in his mother’s back room, using a borrowed typewriter. Over months the men gain skills, secure stenography jobs, and by Christmas most are employed, aided by donated books and chairs.
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Warrenton
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Kentucky
Judge Jenkins
Nature Notes by John Burroughs on Squirrels and Birds
The piece compares red and gray squirrel tracks noting red pupils smaller and more common, while gray is more dignified. It describes the English robin as lively with orange front and olive back, likening it to our bluebird in habits. Wild ginger is observed as two heart shaped leaves with a hidden brown bell shaped flower beneath moss.
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England
Robin Redbreast
Dear Beart No More Knocks On Love’s Door
Fragmentary poem recounts a longing figure hearing a former beloved knock no more. Imagery centers on deserted dwelling, starless midnight, rustling curtains, and ruined garden as the voice laments the faded spring of love. The speaker crouches as a shadow at the door, awaiting a return that will not come.
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Beart
Carr to Visit Town For Consultations This Week
Grateful Ben, after a six month stay at the doctor residence, returns home completely cured. He believes the best way to help is to help others and will cover expenses for Carr's upcoming town visit.
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Carr
Ben
That Settles It for Americans at Paris Peace Talks
During the Paris peace negotiations British delegates issued commentaries on the revised covenant. They stated that the essence aligns with the league’s spirit and Article X, extending its principles worldwide. The commentary also says the league will settle disputes between American and European powers.
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Paris
Monroy
Uncle Harry's Talks on Columbus and Discovery Lessons
Uncle Harry shares a childhood discussion on Columbus Day, praising the Italian mariner's risk taking, belief in a round Earth, and discovery of a new continent. The piece frames courage, patient openness to new ideas, and giving inventors fair opportunity to prove their claims.
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America
New World
Joe
Harry
Christopher Columbus
East Indies
Helen
Uncle Harry
Africa
Spain
Europe
Timmy
Samuel F. B. Moore
Wright Brothers
Marconi
Cummins-Esch bill rates claim debated in Iowa
A Cedar Rapids editorial contests the view that the Cummins-Esch measure guarantees railroads 6 percent. It says the bill merely authorizes the ICC to fix rates so railroads earn about 5 1/2 percent, not six. The piece argues about investment incentives, railroad maintenance, and political framing around Cummins’ senate bid, alongside a note on club girls learning home arts and furnishings through related projects.
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Cedar Rapids
Interstate Commerce Commission
Mr. Cummins
United States Senate
Cummins
Sit
Senate
Own Your Own Room project gains traction in clubs
The Own Your Own Room project spreads through boys and girls clubs in Connecticut and Iowa with other states adopting the idea. Girls plan to build or renovate their own rooms, using the project as a nucleus to broader life aims, while leaders caution against makeshift furnishings and urge prudent, durable design.
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Jeader
Connecticut
Iowa
Missouri Pilgrims of 1817 Gate-crashed West
The Pilgrims led by a self styled prophet traveled from New England to Missouri in 1817 boosting a holy pilgrimage to the west. At New Madrid a crowd swelled to about a thousand drawing inked with food from shared troughs and ritual acts. They were moved to an island where harsh conditions and dreadful rites followed until the prophet died and the movement collapsed.
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Missouri
New England
New-England
New Madrid
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