Centenary Tribute to Marshal Augereau
The article recalls Pierre Francois Charles Augereau, created Duke of Castiglione, as a key Napoleonic commander. Born of obscure origins, he rose from fencing master to Marshal of France, earning fame at Lodi Arcola Jena and Leipzig. He later served the Bourbons, refused Napoleons return, and died June 12, 1816. It contrasts Napoleons talent for choosing capable officers with Joffres wartime judgments.
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Napoleon
Europe
Naples
Augereau
Holland
Lower Rhine
France
Castilglione
Jena
Weylau
Leipsic
Lyons
Elba
Chamber of Peers
Marshal Ney
Marshal Augereau
Catalonia
Joffre
Feather Boa Sale Offers Cozy Neck Coverage In June
The June chill brings a special sale on feather boas for women. Available in white, black, gray, navy, Belgium blue and combos, with prices from 2.45 to 6.95. Trimming Section, main floor.
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Belgium
June wash fabrics display dainty voiles and more
Indoor flower garden style wash fabrics dominate the June display. Voiles priced at 25 cents with flowered patterns on plain grounds, 36 and 40 inches wide. Beach cloth 29 cents in blue pink and yellow, great for garden smocks and blouses. Seeded voiles 35 cents with delicate flower designs. Silk and cotton novelties 50 cents, gabardines 39 cents, s h irtings 39 cents in clear woven stripes. Wash Goods Section Fairfield Ave window display.
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Cts
The Fall of Roosevelt Reveals a Man Who Quit
A critical assessment portrays Theodore Roosevelt as defeated and disillusioned after a weak Republican convention showing. The piece argues his retirement from politics, departure from the Progressive party, and portrayal of him as a quitter who disrupted both major camps and reshaped his legacy.
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Roosevelt
Hunter
Progressive Party
Clay
Sevelt
United States
Republican ‘Party
Mahomet
George de Glare
Germany
Poincare
France
Crescent
Republican Party
Sam Fessenden
God
The Republican Nomination and Hughes Platform
The piece argues that the Republican nomination of Hughes mirrors President Wilson in character and policy aims. It critiques changing leaders during crisis, notes Hughes’ independence but warns of party pressures and privileged backing. Wilson is portrayed as a known, successful quantity with proven policies and strong domestic results.
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Hughes
Wilson
America
United States
Mr. Hughes
Mexico
Europe
Woodrow Wilson
Sir Oliver Lodge on the War and Faith
Sir Oliver Lodge birthday piece notes his 65th year in Staffordshire and the toll of war through the loss of his son Raymond Lodge in the Dardanelles. It recalls his stance that democratic nations need no large standing armies, urging leaders in war and civil duty, and a restrained military role.
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Sir Oliver Lodge
Delver
Staffordshire
Sir Oliver
Raymond Lodge
Flower Bowls and Vases for Decorators at Basement
The article lists flower bowls in Black Bowls Roma Ivory and Lily Bowls of Musketa ware with sizes and prices from 7-inch to 12-inch. It notes flowers suited to different vessels such as nasturtiums in crystal bowls and marigolds in black brown or copper jars, plus arrangements for snapdragon and roses in tall vases or crystal pitchers. It mentions flower blocks for trays and bowls to support short-stemmed blooms and lists various price points.
Queen Sophie of Greece and national defense views
The article discusses civilian armed resistance as a necessity during invasion, advocating universal body training and practical skills akin to Boy Scout training, plus naval-style drills. It notes Queen Sophie’s influence in Greek politics, her shift with Venizelos, and her children including Crown Prince George.
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Boy Scouts
The Ruler of Greece
Queen Sophie governs Greek policy amid wartime stress, wielding influence over King Constantine I. Born in Berlin in 1870, she is a daughter of Frederick III and sister to the German Kaiser, with ties to Queen Victoria. Her sympathies align with Germany, shaping Greece’s wartime stance against the Allies.
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Greece
Sophie
Constantine I
Frederick
Berlin
Victoria
England
Frederick III
Constantine
Sparta
Olga
Russia
George
Alexandra
Great Britain
Dagmar
Sophie Beter
Kaiser Wilhelm
Credit for Automobile Drivers and Notable Courage
A Bridgeport manufacturer Edwin G Gaynor faced danger when a child darted into his path. He steered toward a telegraph pole to avoid hitting the youngster, the car overturned and he was thrown out yet the child was saved though injured. The piece praises drivers who risk themselves to protect others and uphold duty on the road.
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Edwin G. Gaynor
Bridgeport
Newark's 250th Anniversary: History of its Presbyterian Roots
Newark marks its 250th anniversary with roots tracing to Robert Treat who left New Haven in 1666, leading worshipers to establish the Presbyterian parish that became a cornerstone of the city's growth. The metropolis now numbers about 400000 residents and ranks among the nation's large cities.
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Newark
Robert Treat
New Haven
United States
Women and Temperance Movement Roots and Growth
The article traces the origins of the temperance movement from 1805 in Allentown New Jersey to the 1876 Philadelphia world congress, the 1883 founding of the World's W C T U by Frances Willard, and its spread to over fifty countries, noting the white ribbon emblem and global influence before concluding with a Masonic Temple meeting where the B degree will be conferred.
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Philadelphia
Hrisboro
National
Woman's Christian Temperance Union
Cleveland
Frances E. Willard
England
Temperance Society
America
The
Sober Society
Allentown
N. J
Europe
Skibbereen
Ireland
St. John’s Lodge
Masonic Temple
Tire line guarantees free mounting with Gray Tubes
Advertisement offers GRAY TUBES guaranteed with United States Imperial Car Spring and Hood Tires in stock. All tires put on free.
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United States
Imperial
Camp Blankets Describe Serviceable Gray With Border
A dark gray camp blanket with a wide black border and whipped edges measures 62 by 84 inches, weighing 5 pounds.
Couch Blankets with Indian Designs in Reds and Browns
Indian designed couch blankets feature vivid reds and browns, ideal for hammock and veranda use. Durable woven fabrics offer bold color accents for outdoor seating areas and sunrooms.
Little Ribbons and Water Lilies Table Decor
Half inch ribbon weaves in stripes of dark red gray pink blue with white suit neckwear and sautoirs priced from 12 to 30 cents. Water lilies artificial in white purple and yellow aimed for table decor priced 35 and 50 cents.
Linoleum Remnants at Low Prices for Small Spaces
Linoleum remnants offered in sizes from 5 to 14 square yards at 45 cents per square yard, originally 65 and 75 cents. Bring space dimensions to cover. Third floor porch furnishings include cay colored cretonne pillows 1.25, oblong pillow slips 29 cents, couch covers striped cotton washable fringed 98 cents. Third Noor.
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Cretonne
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Radford B. Smith
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Tuesday Inc
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