Wisconsin Indians Preserve Historic Peace Medals
An article in The Wisconsin Archeologist notes that Wisconsin Indians retain many historic peace medals dating back to 1720. Early collections include medals from George I and II, Spanish and American issues, with named holders such as Ottawa chiefs on the Menomonie reservation, and collectors like Arthur Gerth and A. T. Newman owning notable pieces.
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Wisconsin
South Branch
Lincoln
President Polk
Menomonie
Shunien
Arthur Gerth
Milwaukee
Jefferson
Andrew Johnson
A. T. Newman
Bloomer
Alphonse Gerend
George WT
Waumegesako
Foot care and shipbuilding tools feature in era tips
Advertisements note Allen's Foot Ease for workers and the antiseptic powder for sore feet, claiming increased efficiency and comfort. A grooving and planing machine for shipbuilding is praised for replacing many laborers, and the piece notes sugar from sixteen varieties of palms in Ceylon and the 1769 invention of the first self moving gun carriage in France.
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Allen
Lee
Adr
Dabar
Popular Mechanics
Ceylon
France
French Soldiers Slaughtered After Surrender Near Sommepy
An officer in the German pioneer corps recounts the invasion of Belgium and the advance into Sommepy. He describes reckless slaughter of French troops who had surrendered, civilians’ suffering, scorched towns, and the brutal conduct ordered by officers as the French defense collapsed.
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Belgium
Pioneers
Engineers
United States Army
Meuse
Tiverybody
Sommepy
Leutenant
France
A. R. Neesen
France’s rear guard holds line near Sommepy in bleak retreat
In a weary march near Sommepy a French unit strengthened by four artillery batteries and machine guns dig in under pine trees to deter a suspected cavalry assault. Officers abandon frontline action, leaving a veteran major in command as the company endures ragged, exhausted infantry realities and surprising field kitchen resupply.
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Sommepy
Invaders sweep toward Paris amid civilian casualties
Reporter details civilian deaths flooding French streets as German forces advance toward Paris. Set amid plundered homes and stores, the narrative outlines widespread havoc and the unfolding war impact in occupied towns.
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Paris
Kruger Applies Solomon Style to Farm Ownership Case
The article recalls President Kruger acting like King Solomon to settle a farm ownership dispute between two brothers. He ordered the elder to make a fair division and then granted first choice to the younger, delivering a masterly and simple solution.
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President Kruger
King Solomon
Kruger
Lke Solomon
The Making of a Famous Medicine
A laboratory tour reveals Lydia E. Pinkham’s Vegetable Compoun ds preparation with strict cleanliness and pasteurization. Over 350 000 pounds of herbs are used annually and the product is heralded by letters from women helped by the remedy for female ailments.
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Lydia E. Pinkham
The Old Man's Call to Duty
J H Snowden a 55 year old retired farmer plans to hire out this summer to help harvest crops in Calgary after returning from southern California He says his age does not exempt him from duty as he joins others in supporting war efforts by boosting food production across both nations.
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J. H. Snowden
Seattle
California
Calgary
Can
Nebraska State Journal
Discouraging precedent cited in war boast
Christian Science Monitor notes a parallel between Marshal von Hindenburg's boast to drive the English into the sea and Soult's similar remark about Wellington. It recalls Wellington's retreat to the sea, Haig's current position, and questions whether Von Hindenburg will alter his plan or instead press the advance.
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Marshal von Hindenburg
Soult
Wellington
von Hindenburg
Haig
Christian Science Monitor
Aggressive egoist learns potato bug shares fate
Kamerads quote reveals an aggressive egoist who laments being left out of anything worthwhile. Farmer Corntessel coolly replies that a potato bug also misses similar opportunities, highlighting a humorous social exchange.
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Farmer Corntessel
Methodist Church in Japan Shows 12 Percent Membership Rise
The Methodist church in Japan reports a roughly 12 percent increase in membership over the past year. The growth reflects expanding congregations and ongoing missionary work across the country.
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Methodist Church In
Japan
Atlanta Y M G A Plans Negro Building Cost 815000
In Atlanta officials announce a new Negro Y M C A building project with a projected cost of 815000 dollars. The plan outlines construction to serve the African American community, reflecting ongoing development of local facilities.
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Atlanta
When One Doctor Docs Another Doctor Question
A safety bulletin recalls a doctor momentarily dazed while making rounds as a wounded soldier asks a convoluted question about how doctors treat each other. The anecdote highlights medical care dynamics and prompts reflection on doctoring styles and patient care.
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Emile
Red Cross
Absorbine, JR
W. F.young
P.U.F
Tampie St
Springfield
Mase
Marold Somers
DE Kalb Ave
Brooklyn
N.Y
Cutiura
Indianapolis
Grove
Haynes-Langenberg Mfg. Co
Forest Park Blvd
St. Louis
ST. Louis, MO
Detroit Free Press
American Flag Mfg. CO
Easton
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