Nations Now Fighting For War Ideals and Sovereignty
A polemical defense of Allied democracy against German sovereignty. The piece argues the war is a clash of systems, condemning unconditioned sovereignty and praising democracy, liberty, and human rights as central to the Allied cause. It cites German plans, Belgian and other violations, and aligns with 1776-era ideals.
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Europe
Germany
Dewey
Paris
France
London
England
New York
Washington
America
Ivan Stengel
The
Hague
von Bernhardt
Kaiser
Belgium
Serbia
Poland
Holland
Lusitania
Persia
Anconia
Sussex
Mexico
Japan
United States
U S Encourages Rifle Practice in 1917 Army Plan
The War Department approves National Board recommendations for rifle practice funding from a $300,000 appropriation. Unit issues include marking disks, flags, and indoor target carriers for rifle clubs, plus annual targets and accessories for spring field rifles and related gear.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Secretary of War
National Board For
Ian
Springfield
Easter Message of the Resurrection
The angel tells the women not to fear and that Jesus is risen. He is not here, he has risen, and they should go tell the disciples. The women depart with fear and joy, and Jesus meets them, greeting them.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aiid
Jesus
Galilee
Swat the Fly Campaign Warns Against Typhoid Spread
A wartime era notice urges immediate action against houseflies. It warns each female lays 500 to 600 eggs and full-grown flies emerge in 15 to 20 days, with manure piles and unclean privies as breeding sites. A properly made fly trap is valuable, and a systematic campaign can prevent typhoid deaths in families.
Alpine Wins Sul Ross Normal College Initiative
Fort Stockton Pioneer notes Alpine secures Sul Ross Normal College after a decisive legislative passage and anticipated gubernatorial signature. The project entails about $200,000 for buildings and $40,000 for the first year’s maintenance, promising a sizable student body and increased business for Alpine through a united citizen effort.
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Alpine
Sul Ross Normal College
Fort Stockton
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Benjamin P. Berkeley
Geo. C. Miller
H. Hord
W. van Sickle
H. W. Ferguson
Asit
Alpine Lumber CO
Clarence Hord
R.B. Slight & Co
Hinson, Alpin
Drugsa
Palace Pharmacy
Walter Garnett
U. S
First National Bank
Rue
A. Brown Racsinent
LL. Kokernot
G. W. Baines
Je. C
U.S. Depository For Postal Savings
W. A. Buchanan
Alamo Lumber Co
L. M. Light
Measday & Co
Near Holland Hotel
Oese
Borderland Auto Go
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