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Newspaper
Athena Press
Location
Athena, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Sep 03, 1915
Page
4
A damaged OCR ad from a repair shop promotes rebuilt Federal trucks and replacement parts. It claims technicians specialize in Federal models, promises prompt service, and asserts superior value to persuade owners to buy through Gerlinger Motor Car Co at their city location.
A September issue feature in a cartoons magazine offers war era satire from French artist, depicting Uncle Sam as a helmeted figure and a Japanese-influenced critique of Allied and Axis leaders. Panels include an eagle losing feathers labeled nations and a Noah’s ark peace theme, with light political jabs on global conflict and modern rail progress.
A series of blasts struck East Coast munitions sites during the war. The Glazing Mill at the American Powder Co. in Acton Moon blew up, causing no known deaths but heavy losses and postponement of large orders. Guards had patrolled the plant for weeks. Nearby Maynard suffered shattered windows. An attempted derailment near Gary Indiana of a train loaded with war munitions was uncovered, but not linked to Rev. Kaynes murder. In Wilmington two workers died at the Elk Powder Co. yard explosion. The Baltimore EJ Todd plant in Canton was damaged by a blaze likely of mysterious origin affecting shrapnel casing work.
If your health is poor as a result of weak stomach lazy liver or clogged bowels try a simple remedy mentioned in this short note. It urges readers to consider a health aid to improve digestion and general wellbeing.
An old style advertisement notes Hostetter's Stomach Bitters aids digestion and supports natural health. It emphasizes restorative effects for upset stomachs and general wellness with a promotional, period voice.
Washington reports Admiral von Tirpitz may be relieved as U S submarine concessions shape German policy. Key figures include Count von Bernstorff urging a formal U S declaration and Wilhelm II pressured by American resolve as Berlin eyes concessions and compliance with Washington demands.
Rear Admiral Caperton heads United States naval forces occupying Port au Prince and Cape Haitien, Haiti. The mandate covers security actions in the region and the maintenance of order amid the evolving Caribbean situation.
The article discusses secret submergible oil tanks along the Norwegian coast and near Scotland as supply bases for German U boats. It describes a 150 ft long cylindrical tank with 2,280 tons capacity divided into compartments, with pumping and trimming features and electric pumps to replenish bunkers during refueling. A photo in Popular Mechanics is noted.
Four of General Pershing’s relatives perished in a Presidio blaze while Warren Pershing, five, and mother battled the flames. Brigadier General Pershing, on the Mexican border, rushed back to a home that burned with his wife and three of his four children inside.
Honolulu harbor witnessed the raising of the U S submarine F-4, which sank off Honolulu during maneuvers on March 25, 1918. Lieutenant Alfa T. and 21 crewmen perished. the wreck remains submerged, with engineers and officials silent on conditions. The operation took two hours, with the ship towed to quarantine and partially surfaced at four in the afternoon.
Spokane report details the death by self harm of Auguste Holt amid family distress. Holt and a partner were natives of Germany who later lived in France before settling in America. The tragedy is linked to the despair over their children, with authorities noting mental strain and possible causative factors in the incident.
Bwan Creek Michigan reader praises Toast Pickhams Vegetable Compound for renewed strength and health after fatigue and overwork. A Hebron Maine sufferer credits Lydia E Pinkham treatments for lifting female weakness and restoring vitality. Mrs Rowe of Keonsbago Minnesota endorses the medicines and seeks confidential advice from Lydia E. Pinkham Medicine Co.
Northwest markets show mixed crop data with heavy gold movement from London to New York to bolster British credit. Oregon and Washington farm prices vary from wheat to vegetables and poultry, while cattle and wool markets show firming tendencies amid fluctuating demand. maritime security concerns and dynamite cargo scares surface in regional notes.
Poultry market remains steady as trade shows little change. Local buyers report steady demand and stable prices amid cautious activity, with processors and wholesalers keeping volumes near prior levels.
A fragmented dialogue mix critiques German preparedness and national security, quoting Booth Tarkington and Parvene John. The text pairs remarks on defense, unpreparedness, and danger, ending with a humorous dictionary joke about a nonexistent word. The source resembles an editorial digression from a Boston paper.
A Baltimore doctor recommends a cheap home treatment for edema ringworm heat rash and similar conditions using resin ointment soap warm water and a thin layer of ointment with a bandage. The article mixes medical advice with miscellaneous quotes and notices across the page referencing doctors laxatives and unrelated chatter about conversations and food experts.
A collection of garbled quotes and misread phrases including references to Ube the River, Dalles Columbia Line, a magistrate, and mentions of professors and a female veteran. The text mixes names, exclamations, and partial sentences without a coherent event or narrative.
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