Battle of Gettysburg recalled in panoramic history
A recap of the Battle of Gettysburg describes the three days of fighting from June 30 to July 3, 1863. It covers Lee’s invasion, Meade’s pursuit, key actions at the wheat field Peach Orchard Devil's Den and Little Round Top, and Pickett's Charge culminating in the Confederate retreat. The piece notes the battle’s enduring place in Civil War memory and the war’s continuation for nearly two more years.
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Meade
Gettysburg
Buford
Heth
Hill
Cemetery Hill
Lee
Devil’s den
Culp’s Hill
Round Top
Little Round Top
Cemetery Ridge
Longstreet
General Pickett
Seminary Ridge
Pickett
Northern
Virginia
Closing Scenes of the Great War Between the States
In Virginia General Grant and staff visit Farmville as Grant seeks surrender terms from Robert E. Lee. Doctor Smith recalls Confederate hopes fading after Sheridan seizes Lee's provost trains. Lee agrees to discuss terms while fighting continues until final collapse.
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Virginia
Grant
Farmville
Lee
Doctor Smith
Ewell
James River
Sheridan
R. E. Lee
Northern Virginia
Army of
DU. S
Union
Memorial Day Gains Global Significance in War Time
The piece recalls Memorial Day's origins with the Grand Army and Woman's Relief corps 25 years ago and the grave decorations. It notes the 1918 armistice and how Memorial Day now includes wreaths laid by Marshal Foch and leaders from France Britain and Italy on American graves in France, symbolizing unity of free peoples and the birth of a revived world order.
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America
Grand Army
Woman’s Relief Corps
Marshal
France
Britain
Italy
Marshal Foch
Clemenceau
Ingersoll's Tribute to Those Who Died for Their Country
A ceremonial meditation on soldiers who perished in national conflicts. The piece recalls grave flowers, wartime marches, and the enduring presence of fallen heroes in memory and public life, ending with a solemn pledge of cheers for the living and tears for the dead.
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Ingersoll
Army of Freedom
The Grand Army Veteran and the Union Flag
The piece reflects on Civil War veterans and the shift from swords and muskets to modern weapons. It notes the museum display of former firearms and emphasizes that despite changes, the flag remains a lasting symbol. The voice honors veterans and the enduring meaning of the flag.
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Washington
General Thomas Great Soldier and Chickamauga Hero
"Old Pap Thomas" earned full credit for Chickamauga battles but lacked lasting recognition for his broader service. Virginian by birth he faced early suspicion and declined to supersede Buell, losing a path to overall Western command.
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General Thomas
Pap Thomas
Chickamauga
Buell
Freezone promises painless corn removal for feet
A Cincinnati inventor’s Freezone claims to lift hard and soft corns with a drop, stopping pain instantly and letting the corn be removed with fingers. The tiny bottle is sold by druggists and costs only a few cents, said to rid calluses too without irritation.
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Cincinnati
What Esau Said
Bobby tells a playful misquote about Esau selling his heir ship to his brother Jacob and ties it to a vicar sermon. The air pilot and Bobby exchange quips about flying machines in a light stray story moment.
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Bobby
Esau
Jacob
Cuticura Remedies For Sore Hands Adv
Soak hands in hot Cuticura Soap suds then dry and rub in Cuticura Ointment Remove surplus Ointment with tissue. This is one of Cuticura’s uses for all toilet needs when Soap Ointment and Talcum are used.
Sheridan tale of spendthrift wit referenced in wartime talk
A congressman quotes a Sheridan anecdote about German bolshevism and war indemnities. The story recalls Gunter the confectioner and Hanson the ironmonger pressing for payment, with Sheridan briefly humiliated before a clever ruse resolves the bill by presenting Gunter’s folded account.
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Sheridan
Gunter
Hanson
London
Old fashioned children and Sallie’s music debut
The speaker notes children as old fashioned and well behaved. They anticipate Sallie starting to play music, promising a notable performance to come.
Dean's Kidney Pills Relieve Prolonged Kidney Pain
John Barnett, 80, of Buffalo New York, suffered years of kidney trouble with fever chills heavy perspiration and severe pain. He credits Dean's Kidney Pills with curing his kidney condition and restoring strength and health. Sworn testimony recorded by A A Wilcox Commissioner of Deeds.
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Dean
Mr. Barnett
John Barnett
Virginia Place
Buffalo
N. Y
Doan
A. A. Wilcox
Com. of Deeds
Value of Canadian Farm Land in Dominion 1918
The Canadian Bureau of Statistics reports average farm land value at 46 dollars per acre in 1918, including improvements and buildings. Comparisons show 44 dollars in 1917, 41 in 1916, 40 in 1915, and 38 in 1914.
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Canadian Bureau of Statistics
Dominion
Hall's Catarrh Medicine Ends Local Cure Myth
The advertisement argues catarrh cannot be cured by local applications and promotes Hall's Catarrh Medicine taken internally to affect the blood and mucous surfaces. It claims a blend of tonics and blood purifiers from F. J. Cheney & Co. Toledo, with testimonials offered for free.
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Hall
F. J. Cheney & Co
Props
Toledo
young orphan boy learns value of cleaning during board inspection
A new boy at an orphanage is impressed by cleanliness. He resists scrubbing until a board of inspectors visits, then questions the need for constant cleaning after the event ends.
Monument near Brussels bears souvenir handbag to Berlin
A large monument of a German general outside Brussels drew attention when a wit placed a handbag marked To Berlin in its outstretched hand as Allied forces advanced last year. The remark sparked laughter and debate about the monument's symbolism.
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Brussels
Berlin
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Confederacy
IFTY
Pennsylvania
Germany
Sallie
Foster-Milburn CO
Buffalo, N. Y
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