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Newspaper
Anita Record
Location
Anita, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1918
Page
7
An article extols Canadian Army culture during World War I, praising democratic ranks and initiative. It notes volunteers from diverse backgrounds, rapid mobilization of 33,000 men, merit-based advancement, and anecdotes showing officer–man camaraderie without eroding discipline.
The piece extols Allied troops especially Canadian forces for democratic spirit and free speech within ranks. It notes Canadians' education and adaptability in varied warfare, raiding for intelligence, and general initiative admired by German commander von Arnim. It frames volunteer forces as fighting for global liberty, not conquest.
The article notes armor evolved from partial protection in ancient armies to the full metal suits of later knights. It cites Vegetius Renatus regarding the term armor and discusses Roman legionaries who scoffed at heavy protective wear.
The article notes intense cold dulls senses such as taste and sight, a supposed natural aid for Arctic travel to digest oily foods. It also discusses Dutch dogs facing harsh work conditions with limited food, contrasting their diet, including carrots and turnips, with American dogs.
The text notes that the young troops led by example, being the first to armor themselves and among the earliest knights, showing initiative and courage.
Representative Roberts of Nevada cites a German idea of a good soldier who breaks rules and kills, then recalls a youth boast about saving money only after losing ten dollars in a poker game and avoiding repayment. The piece blends wartime critique with a parable about honesty and pride.
An aged criminal nicknamed Beth faces a life term and tells the judge she will not lie about the crime. The judge responds calmly urging her to comply with as much of the sentence as possible.
kansas city journal quotes a father and son discussing privateers versus profiteers. the elder explains a privateer preyed on the enemy, clarifying the distinction in historical terms.
A cryptic fragment criticizes those who believe money can fix all problems. It questions moral limits as a satire on greed and misplaced values, implying people will do anything for wealth. The text hints at cynicism about financial power.
Home economics guidance shows methods to cut meal costs without sacrificing nutrition. A beef and vegetable stew uses one pound less beef with extra milk soaked rice, while skim milk substitutes reduce pork costs. Cottage cheese sausage and cheese rice dishes are offered, plus tips on preserving kitchen equipment and avoiding waste.
An wartime era appeal extols American women’s war service and offers Dr Pierce’s Favorite Prescription as a tonic for painful and nervous female ailments. It promotes tablet and liquid forms and includes a customer testimonial praising health improvements and the Pleasant Pellets for liver and bowel regulation.
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