War talk in Washington D C not matching grim reality
A Wells muper correspondent notes Washington treats war as a routine, with officials focused on guns and troops while neglecting the soul and bodies of those sent abroad. The writer laments the city’s distance from Europe and plans to retreat to Valley Forge to seek peace amid warfare.
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Presence of Cranks Worries Capital Officials
Washington officials and security forces are overwhelmed by a rising wave of so called cranks. The wartime capital faces a grim challenge as nuts threaten the president and national security with escalating numbers and alarming visits to the nerve wards.
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Friendship of Early Manhood Unbroken Across Years
The piece recounts Lyman Wilbur and Herbert Hoover as lifelong partners from Stanford days. They trusted each other through school, university leadership, and later national roles. Wilbur headed Stanford then led food conservation while Hoover directed food control, illustrating a 30 year bond without friction.
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Incident on Film Lot Shows Poverty and Harassment
Ragged children gathered near an open air cinema watched a high tech spectacle as bluecoat officers and chauffeurs push them away with threats. A policeman later restored order after the scene drew attention to enduring urban poverty and crowd control.
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Machine gun mounted on automobile defense idea
Mr and Mrs Al M Busch demonstrate mounting a machine gun on cars for home defense. The plan envisions placing guns at city and suburban points so citizens with cars can rush in, mount weapons, and defend against air raids if needed. They argue any car can be converted into a fighting machine regardless of size.
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Vacation by Auto Camping On a Budget for Families
The article advises families to enjoy a car vacation by camping, either at hotels, farms, or campsites, as the cheapest option. It lists gear such as oil, grease, spare gas, a tow rope, spade, tire chains, an axe, a sturdy tent, bedding, a portable stove, cooking utensils, thermos bottles, and nonperishable foods for a weeklong trip, noting fuel management and packing efficiency.
Use Lye To Clean Radiator
Use a half pound of lye dissolved in five gallons of water to clean a radiator. Strain the solution and pour into the radiator. Run the motor a few minutes to dissolve the clogging material and flush it out.
New Skid Prevention Device Promises Chainless Traction
Inventor introduces a removable system for auto skid prevention. The device claims faster attachment, greater reliability, and elimination of chain rattling. Each wheel uses about six treads in two-section assemblies joined by chains to grip poor road surfaces. Warming Business.
Auto Helps Build Three Miles of Barbed Wire Fence
A car is used to stretch three strands of barbed wire, with reels mounted on posts and spooled wire pulled tight by driving slowly. Posts are set, wire is unreeled and stapled, producing a taut fence quickly, according to Popular Mechanics.
Right Pressure for Molds in Sectional Repairs
In making sectional repairs, dead mold should be tightened to the tire size and then a quarter turn of the clamp screw provides proper gum flow. Too much pressure risks strain on the air bag and table inside surfaces.
Colors explode in autumn costumes from Paris 144 shades
The Paris color card shows 144 hues for 1917 autumn costumes, prompting debate among designers and merchants over samples and door-to-approval rules. Shoppers face evolving policies on fabric wastage and the trend toward black and white, with plaids staying strong in both streets and high fashions.
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Tucked Front Blouses Highlight Conventional Shirtwaist Styles
The new blouses feature a tucked front, common on traditional shirtwaist designs for sports and streetwear. The style emphasizes a double front fold and a structured look, reflecting current fashion notes.
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