American Women at Chateau-Thierry Canteen in War Scene
A group of American Red Cross women ran a canteen at the Chateau-Thierry estate. They served troops returning from the front and aided villagers, old refugees, and French children, witnessing war’s panorama from the chateau lawn. The unit collaborated with Smith College and observed frontline life, theater, and aid from HQ.
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Chateau-Thierry
Frances Wilson Huard
Paris
Red Cross
American Red Cross
Indiana
Marmites
Cross Road
Tan Hay
Hall
Chateau
Pierre
Smith College
Andrea
Chatenay- Thierry
Gardener quotes warn of European collapse and coming hardships
Norman Hapgood quotes a gardener who links World War II to the destruction of European civilization. The gardener foresees chaos ahead with shortages of bread fuel and coal and asserts no nation is Christian enough to avoid the turmoil before a new age arrives.
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Iean
Lost in Barracks Disorder Sparks Racial Slur Incident
A stevedore member, after failing to converse with an Algerian, returned to his barracks and proclaimed a racially charged insult. The crude remark referenced a supposed outsider and showcased tensions within the unit.
Thirteen as Woodrow Wilsons Lucky Number in Washington
A Washington note recounts Woodrow Wilson's claim that thirteen is his lucky number. It cites past episodes from December 13 Brest arrival to seat 13 in trains and his fifteenth presidency plans. The piece notes superstition around Friday, the new moon, and other folk beliefs.
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Ashington
Woodrow Wilson
United States of America
Brest
New York
Sea Oir
Wilson
Princeton
Jessie W. Wilson
Frances B. Sayre
White House
Red Cross War Relief Costs and Funding Report
The American Red Cross released its annual financial report for the year ended June 30 1918 detailing two cent administrative costs per dollar and over 1.01 dollars spent on relief for every contributed dollar. It reports total management expenses of 2 164 805 and foreign and domestic relief appropriations totaling 107 710 348 along with 26 286 000 for working capital. The report notes more than 300 million raised by the American people in less than 11 months for humanitarian work.
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War Council
American Red Cross
United States
Red Cross
New Method of Drying Meats Promises Marvels
A new vacuum drying method, developed by Harrian and Columbia researchers, preserves meats indefinitely with restored flavor upon rehydration. It reduces space by eightfold and could cut freight costs, potentially lowering meat prices.
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Harriman Laboratories
Roosevelt Hospital
K. G. Falk
E. M. Irankel
Division of Nutrition and Food
Medical Department
United States Army
J. R. Marlin
Columbia University
Department of Chemical Engineering
Frank H. McKee
A P L Patriotism in World War Era Described
The article explains the American Protective League as a volunteer civilian group aiding the Justice Department. It notes its origins in 1917, its large nationwide reach, and that members work without pay, with strict secrecy about membership. It highlights its leadership under Attorney General and A B Bilaski and its role amid high prices and wartime pressures.
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American Protective League
A.P.L
A.B. Bilaski
Bureau of Investigation
Chicago
I Dea
United States
Department of Justice
Canada
Gulf
League
How This Nervous Woman Got Well
Mrs Alice Heller of Christopher Illinois writes she suffered four years from irregularities weakness and nervousness. After two doctors failed she used Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound and was cured becoming regular and in excellent health. The ad promotes the remedy and invites readers to write for guidance.
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Christopher
Lydia E. Pinkham
Alic Heller
Have Purpose in Walking and the Saunterer’s Difference
The Milwaukee Journal contrasts purposeful walking with sauntering. A walker aims somewhere or to stretch. a saunterer wanders for impressions, beauty, and inner thoughts while observing people, dress, and actions for philosophical insight. The piece celebrates roaming for reflection.
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Milwaukee Journal
Joy Promoter's Family Christmas Party
A childhood scene recalls a family holiday moment when a young girl refused singing and reciting as her father and mother tried to coax cheerful participation. The exchange highlights a shy or independent child shaping the mood of a small festive gathering.
Right in the Home Mrs Spendall Questions Sinking Fund
Mrs Spendall asks Arthur what a sinking fund is as he asserts ownership and control, revealing tension at home over finances.
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Mrs. Spendall
Arthur
Mr. Spendall
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Asterican Red Cross
P. T. Barnum
Pollus
Vilage
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Lew Ho
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