Canadians In Bitter Fighting Near Canal du Nord
Canadian forces attacking from the westerly canal front have fought hard since the offensive began. An early barrage aided a bold start and captured 8600 prisoners, including high ranking officers, and 140 Pains. Five BC Highlanders reportedly entered Blecourt and compelled the surrender of 200 Germans. The First Canadian Division repelled enemy counterattacks on the left.
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Canal du Nord
Blecourt
British Columbia Highland Battalion
Colonels Heroic Leadership Ends in Battle Casualty
In a memorable engagement, individual units stood out for bravery. The colonel of a renowned battalion was killed while directing his troops in combat, underscoring the heavy losses and high commitment of the unit.
Pershing Praises Supply Commander Harbord
General Pershing congratulates Major General James G. Harbord and the American Supply Service for prompt transport of men equipment supplies and transportation to the front in recent operations. He asks officers and men under Harbord to share in the First Army’s appreciation and success.
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Paris
Pershing
James G. Harbord
First Army
Bulgaria Indicates Willingness to Attack Turkey
Bulgaria, during armistice talks at Saloniki, said it would attack Turkey only in cooperation with the allies. The statement came in London and was reported by Reuters.
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Turkey
London
Montreal
Saloniki
Reuter’s, Limited
Invest in bonds to deter future German depredation
Promote bond purchases as a shield against German aggression. Urges readers to buy today to secure financial support for defense and global security.
Senate Defeats Woman Suffrage by Two Votes
The Senate rejected the suffrage amendment 53 to 31 after a rowdy debate and party clashes. President Wilson pressed for support with letters, but the measure failed to gain needed votes and was left pending on the calendar for post November consideration.
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eSenator Jones
New Mexico
Woman Suffrage Committee
Senate
Wilson
Senate vote defeats suffrage in the party divide
The article lists Democrats and Republicans voting for and against suffrage, noting numerous paired senators and a desire to reconvene. It quotes a defeated motion as temporary and cites President’s stance as influencing the public, with plans to press the case again.
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Senate
Senators Clash Over Suffrage Vote Across States
Debates in the Senate touch on wartime powers and woman suffrage with senators from Maine New Hampshire Vermont Rhode Island Massachusetts and Connecticut opposing or supporting the measure. Key figures including Cummins Martin Lenroot and Williams of Mississippi frame the argument around presidential authority war aims and voting rights for women including in Mississippi where a Negro women vote ban is cited.
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Overman
North Carolina
Cummins
Senator Smith
South Carolina
Interstate Commerce Committee
Smith
Senate
United States
Woman's Party
White House
Martin
Kentucky
Lenroot
W. D. Jamison
Democratic National Committee
Wilson
Wisconsin
Williams
Mississippi
Wommen
Ludendorff
Palestine
von Hindenburg
Diocese cancels service and luncheons for Bishop Lawrence
In deference to the epidemic condition and at the request of the public health committee the standing committee of the Massachusetts diocese of the Episcopal Church has canceled all plans for church service and luncheons to be held as a compliment to Bishop Lawrence next Saturday.
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Public Health Committee
Massachusetts
The Hun is on the Run Bond Drive Call
A terse wartime notice urges residents to support the bond drive with swift action. It emphasizes keeping the Hun on the run by purchasing bonds and contributing to national defense.
Germans Panic in France as British Army Advances
The British army wins another day of battles in France. Belgians push forward and Australians gain between Cambrai and St Quentin, reportedly crossing canals. Enemy transports retreat east and northeast from the sector, with optimism for further gains.
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France
Associated Press
Cambrai
St. Quentin
British Aviators Hammer German Lines Near Cambrai in Heavy Action
Fresh British air units swept low over German positions and rained bullets on massed troops while bombers targeted transport columns. Casualties mounted as Australians advance east of Estrees and Cambrai burns amid German retreat, with Levergis, Gouey, and surrounding area contested.
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Hindenburg
Joncourt
Levergies
Estrees
Gouey
Cambrai
Buy Bonds Today to Speed American Victory
A concise wartime appeal urges readers to purchase bonds to fund the war effort. It frames bond buying as a direct way to accelerate American victory and support troops.
California Syrup of Figs Ad Warns on Constipation Relief
An old advertisement claims California Syrup of Figs cures many child illnesses by inside cleansing. It urges parents to check for counterfeit versions and to ensure the product is made by the California Fig Syrup Company with clear directions for all ages.
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California
California Fig Syrup Company
Secret for Looking Well Promoted Remedy
A reader reports rapid weight gain from 96 to 105 pounds in two weeks and praises Mayr's Wonderful Remedy. They claim it cures stomach and intestinal ailments by removing mucus and reducing inflammation. The note says one dose convinces Liggett's Riker Jaynes drug stores and druggists nationwide.
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Mayr
Liggett’s Riker - Jaynes
Famous Beauty Tells Hair Curling Secrets
Rita Moya condemns hot curling irons as hair damaging and unnecessary. She promotes pure silmerine applied with a toothbrush overnight to create lasting natural waves and curls without stickiness or scalp staining. A few ounces from a druggist suffice to moisten four to six strands for the desired effect.
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Rita Moya
No Trouble to Keep Skin Free From Hairs
An article from The Modern Beauty promotes a hair removal paste using powdered delatone mixed with water. It claims effective removal of unwanted hair after a 10 to 20 minute application, with the skin left blemish free if real delatone is used and proper care followed.
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