Lesson on Kings and the Babylonian Captivity
A Bible lesson recounts Judah's 70 year exile in Babylon in three stages, focusing on Zedekiah and Jerusalem's fall. It notes Nebuchadnezzar's siege, famine horrors, Zedekiah's flight and execution, the city’s destruction, and the disposition of inhabitants and temple treasures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kingdom of
Israel
Judah
Babylon
Jehoiakim
Daniel
Dan
Ezekiel
Jerusalem
Zedekiah
Muttaniah
Egypt
Jeremiah
Nebuchadnezzar
St. Zedekiah
Jordan
Riblah
Tit Ohtee
Nebuchadnesaal
Middle West farms mobilize for war food drive
The article describes a massive mobilization of farm resources in the middle West as the United States enters World War I. It predicts record corn and oats production, a shift from wheat to corn, and expanded crops and substitutes, with labor shortages and government efforts to enlist farmers and improve efficiency. It notes expected yields, state contributions, and the push to feed allies and neutrals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
Wilson
United States
Middle West
Sam
Union
Tlinois
Towa
Nebraska
Missouri
Indiana
Texas
Minnesotan
South Dakota
North Dakota
Wisconsin
Michigan
Middle Western States
Paign
Europe
Iowa
Kansas
Canada
States
Eskimo Magazine Defends Education Against Critics
Walter C. Shields writes in The Eskimo magazine that education helps Eskimos survive and prosper in northern Alaska. He argues Eskimos are self supporting, not dependent on handouts, and that schooling ties to village life while empowering future leaders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ther
Nome
Alaska
Northwest
Walter C. Shields
Bureau of Education
Department of the Interior
the North
le Fit
Reminiscence of Poe by painter William Surtain
The painter recalls Edgar Allan Poe and questions his biographer Griswold’s negative judgments. He defends Poe as punctual and prolific, notes his New York and Philadelphia periods, and critiques sensational rumors about Poe’s death and alleged election fraud.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Surtain
Edgar Allen Pow
Griswole
Lili
Poe
New York
Philadelphia
Elly
Huot
Ariewold
Liim
Misunderstanding over Kaiser's pledge to brother-in-law
The dialogue notes a misinterpretation of a promise the Kaiser could not keep. It recalls a letter the Kaiser wrote and sent to his brother-in-law, implying a metaphorical wall around his intentions.
Republican integrity questioned amid antiwar splits
An Indianapolis News analysis quotes a Republican senator warning that antiwar factions risk turning the party toward pro German lines. The piece urges Republicans to resist partisan borrowings and defend the nation, warning that history may view the party as antiwar if leadership remains split.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gorty
Costry
Fred
Wilson
Chips
Gienun
Democratic Party
Indhianagpolis News
Federal Farm Credit Expands as Loans Pour In
A federal effort to expand farm credit accelerates with daily loan approvals in Washington of 5 percent terms reaching millions. Farmers rush to seize opportunities as private mortgage credit remains abundant in New York, now with $2,000,000 in loan requests. Public credit aims to help tenants become proprietors and enable firms to acquire assets, boosting farm wealth and independence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Federal
Washington
New York Stte
Iis
Uepare Prietor
Iniborer
Critique of the President and Parliamentary Gridlock
The text discusses political critique of the President and opposition in parliament. It notes government stability hinges on popular support and warns against anti democratic rhetoric. It mentions legislative confrontation and the impact of dissent on national unity and policy debate.
Not So Slow. Maoneter Pergo Reflects On War Effort
The passage critiques wartime readiness and conscription while praising government work, noting progress and slowing pace. It mentions Pergo and France in a reflective tone about national efforts and public perception.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
David RL
Pergo
Chienge
Thane
Wall
Conscriptiae Devin
France
Cleveland Era Navy Debate Sparks Reform and Patriotism
A garbled reminiscence recalls Grover Cleveland expanding the navy before Teddy Roosevelt cut ship numbers. The piece hints at political clashes and calls a publican to describe a river’s source near Oyster Bay.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Whitey
Cleveland
Oyster Huy
Pechange
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P. B. Fitzwater
Moody Bible Institute of Chicago
Western Newspaper Union
God
Coppn
Greatfood Drive
Robert H. Moulton
Lars Front
OWA
Herder
Alaska Service
Commissioner of Educathon
Deetor Maxton
Bureau of Educathon
Aliosko
Republican Party
le Congress
Popiler Albsijyevid
Brestlent Wilson
Erlthelsi
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