Possibilities of peat as fuel in the United States
The U S Geological Survey director urges peat fuel use to hedge coal shortages. Vast peat deposits exist in Minnesota Wisconsin Michigan New York New England states and northern states and along Atlantic coastal plains from New Jersey to Florida. Peat can be prepared stored and distributed locally by small owners and associations to boost supply and free railroad cars for other power needs.
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United States Geological Survey
Minnesota
Wisconsin
Michigan
New York
New England
Iowa
Illinois
Indiana
Ohio
Pennsylvania
New Jersey
Orban
Department of the Interhi
Atlantic
Florida
Gulf Coast
United States
Drainage Canal Connects Basin to Adjacent Stream
A short drainage canal linking the basin edge at its lowest level to a nearby stream provides an outlet for excess water. The structure appears minimal but functional, facilitating gravitational flow and reducing surface pooling in the area.
Teeth Disease Linked to Rheumatism, Man Claims
A May Amer ican magazine article recounts a man who suffered lifelong illness until he found all his teeth were decayed and caused poisons in his blood. He details root canals and abscesses, four extractions, and new work confirmed by X rays, reporting no rheumatism since treatment two years ago.
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May Amerieae
Heauve
Carson Leads Irish Debate Opens House of Commons
London June 25 An important debate opened in the House of Commons led by Sir Edward Carson Ulster leader who outlines government policy in Ireland with emphasis on the lord lieutenant proclamation and recruiting. Irish Nationalists did not attend and John Dillon said they would return after the anti conscription conference in Dublin. The premier Lloyd George expected to speak on home rule and conscription. some members urged federal arrangements within the United Kingdom and a deputation from all parties would present a measure.
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London
House of Commons
Edward Carson
Ireland
Edward Shortt
Lloyd George
Westminster
John Dillion
Dublin
United Kingdom
Danger in Delaying Food Containers
Shippers of perishables and container makers must act now to prevent food losses for the shipping season. The Department of Agriculture warns of a general shortage across container types and urges immediate orders to keep plants running and utilize factory capacity. Perishables in containers support soldiers and allies by preserving supply and reducing waste.
Non-productive occupations criticized in wartime policy
In the present emergency the government cautions against deferred classification for registrants in nonproductive jobs. It urges seeking productive work or military service, listing occupations deemed insufficient to warrant postponement, including service roles in food venues, elevator attendants, ushers, domestic workers, and sales clerks. The piece includes a poem note by Edwin Markham and references to the Red Cross League.
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Loral and
District Boards
War Time Home Jam and Whale Meat Recipes
Wartime guidance shows a housewife making a war marmalade from rhubarb with leftovers, molasses, and optional fruit scraps. It also shares two whale meat preparations, Whale Steak and Pot Roast, with steps, seasonings, and serving ideas amid rising meat prices and food shortages.
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New England
Union Co-operative Store Sells Mazda Candy Varieties
The Union Co operative Store at 46 Granite Street markets a wide range of confections including nuts and fruit candies, Turkish pastes, chocolate, hard candies, and fruit drops. The passage notes groups of sweets such as nougatines, caramels, nougat, marshmallows, gum drops, jellies, and jelly beans, emphasizing pure wholesome ingredients and sugar content. Dorothy Dexter.
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the Union Co-operative Store
Granite St
Mazda Telephone
The Right Sort and German Blood Claim
A Boston Transcript excerpt shows William Strasburger asserting his German blood while a sergeant questions how he knows the blood he set out was German. The exchange blends mock poetry with a lighthearted interrogation in a wartime or social context.
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William Strasburger
Zoe
Boston Transcript
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Packer
Swift & Company
Union Stock Yards
Chicago
Clinois
Carson
Red Cross League of Love
Edwin Markham
The
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League of Kindness
Lowe
Nie
Mazola
America
Ahern & Cahoon
State Street
Boston
Giles Ip
Europe
Dorothy Dexter
BORAX
Pacific Coast Borax Co
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