Children Die in Worcester House Fire
In Millbury near County Pond two children Arthur Longwell age two and Hazel Longwell age four were burned to death after setting fire to a two room bungalow with matches. Their mother had left to visit a neighbor and could not rescue them as neighbors fought to enter through a stubborn door while heavy smoke filled the home. Mrs Longwell collapsed at the scene.
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Worcester
Arthur Longwell
Hazel Longwell
County Pond
Millbury
Home made Pinex cough syrup promises quick relief
A simple DIY cough syrup blends Pinex and sugar syrup to beat coughs cheaper than ready-made remedies. The method claims rapid relief by thinning phlegm and soothing throat membranes, with a money back guarantee from The Pinex Co. Ft Wayne Ind.
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The
Pinex Co
Ft. Wayne
Ind
Railroads Seek Higher Pay Amid Cost of Living
Washington February 18 railroad officials told the Railroad Commission that wage increases are necessary for employees. J W Higgins representing Western railroads said the roads come to aid the commission with information not to oppose workers' requests. He noted evidence of higher living costs and wartime pressures.
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Washington
United States
Railroad Commission
J. W. Higgins
Chicago
Western Association of Railways
Railway wage talks highlight underpaid workers across regions
John G. Walker of New York cites multiple classes of employees not properly compensated for Eastern Railways, while FF. W. Brown notes South equalizing conditions. Officials debate thresholds for relief with figures under 150 dollars monthly and proposals up to 2000 dollars yearly.
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Eastern Territory
John G. Walker
New York
Bureau of Information of
Eastern Railways
FF. W. Brown
Washington
Southern Railway
Eastern and
Western Territory
United States
Higgins
Lane
Commission
Secretary Daniels seeks extra Navy funding to expand program
Washington Feb 18 Congress was asked by Secretary Daniels for 230,077,152 dollars to expand the navy building program finance more ordnance and ammunition provide for a Marine Corps growth from 30 000 to 50 000 men and cover other expenses beyond this year's appropriation bill.
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Washington
Congress
Daniels
Navy
Marine Corps
Navy expands construction funds for destroyers and chaser ships
Of the total 100 million dollars for additional construction, most will fund vessels smaller than cruisers. Mr. Daniels notes rapid destroyer production allows more contracts, with about a dozen new agreements already placed. Mare Island yard leads with half, as a destroyer reaches 66 percent completion four months after keel laying. Some funds will back Henry Ford built chaser destroyers in Detroit.
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Henry Ford
Detroit
European coal reaches Boston amid relief campaign drive
A 1000 ton cargo of European coal aboard a British steamship arrived in Boston marking the first such shipment since 1902. The coal was diverted from New York to aid the fuel administration campaign. Volunteers and campaign leaders organized, with lists of contributors and telegrams praising volunteers for their efforts to support relief for those in need.
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Boston
Wales
New York
Fuel Administration
Europe
United States
Jewish War Fund Growing Volunteer Drive in Boston
Holiday effort by 300 Jewish men and women boosted the drive to raise 500000 for Jewish war sufferers and welfare work in the U S army and navy. Volunteers fanned across Boston soliciting funds and reporting a strong turnout and welcoming reception.
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Boston
United States Army
Navy
Knights of Columbus Fund Officials Warn Against Imposters
Officers warn impersonators selling papers in Mission Church district Roxbury for Knights of Columbus Relief Fund. Two girls questioned by police. names and addresses recorded. State Deputy Daniel J. Gallagher states no authorization to solicit funds or sell papers for the organization.
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Knights of Columbus Relief Fund
Mission Church District
Roxbury
Daniel J. Gallagher
The Air Line to Liberty War Prospectus Call to Action
A bold wartime tract argues that victory hinges on human spirit and public will. It urges Red Cross style care and moral persuasion to outmatch the German war machine, stressing psychological and spiritual strategies over mere gunpower.
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New York Times
Grand Central Station
Fifth Avenue
Metropolitan Tower
Red Cross
Europe
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Julius Eisemann
Lord Hall
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Julius Bwisemann
Chase & Sanbom Alfred
Boopman
Seared
Ecaia
Samuel Stone
Atougon
Huckins & Temple Co
Sessesses
Andrews Walgatt
Sceracccnseesees
Wm. H. McElwain
Donn D. Sargent
I. Brown & Sons
Elias A. Sondheim
HS Mawhinney: Co
Csc
Rales Borg
Gates Oss
A. G. Flynn Leather Co
Stone Fh
Hartman
A. J. Swett
J. i. Murphy Stene Sewer
Rohan
David
Bilbert
Uney Scene
Benard J. Rottiwell
Eiecis
Opie
Teaphdel
Kabatoick
J. Scheinfeld
Riga
Araraerele Gacon
Klein & Perlstein
Samuel
David Perlstein
M. S. Rosenbat
Max RE
Life Assurance Society OF the
Broadway
Surance
Equitable
Frederic W. Fuller
J. D. BE. Jones
Florence E. Shaal
Mgr
Woman's Dept
Frank H. Stratton
Charles FE. Townsend
WM. C. Tohnson
W. A. Day
Jewish War Fund Growing
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Neal
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Peed Administration
Liberty
Air-Line League
Park Avenue
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