How Germany Gets Away With It
The passage asserts German state control of news to mislead both Germans and foreigners. It cites State Department revelations on a camouflage system in German newspapers, diluting good news and ridiculing major events while amplifying heroism and loyalty. It argues German leadership acts as a ruling brigand class, shaping public opinion for war aims.
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Wilson
Lloyd-George
America
Department Off State
Cierman
France
Him
Italy
Germany
State Department
Rural Mothers Need Federal Aid for Infant Welfare
Washington reports from the Children’s Bureau reveal rural infant mortality tied to maternal ignorance and lack of nurses. Miss Julia Lathrop urges federal grants to states to fund traveling public health nurses, maternity care, and infant protection mirroring agricultural extension programs. The plan aims to place nurses in isolated areas, establish confinement care, and expand hospital access for mothers and babies.
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Washington
Ehio
United States Children's Bureau
Julia Lathrop
Lathrop
Miss Lathrop
Bureau
Thousan
Tuberculosis
Morever
Children's Bureau
North Takata
Europe
France
Italy
Great Britain
Grace l L. Meigs
Children’s Bureau
New Zealand
United States
Minnesota
Pickpocket gang preys on well dressed women on Bridgeport streets
A finely dressed thief tried the pocketbook grab scam on a woman leaving Howland's dry goods on Main. He claimed she dropped coins while companions blocked escape. Police report shows rising confidence game crimes as thieves vary methods daily, alarming housewives and shoppers in Bridgeport.
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Howland
Main Street
Bridgeport
The Borrowers and the Future Balance of Now
A reflective piece contrasts those who rely on Tomorrow to ease present debts with those who live in the day. It warns against postponing today’s needs and praises a mindset that makes the present sufficient to meet future obligations.
Retirement of Chairman Willcox Shakes Publican Circles
Live political gossip notes the rumored retirement of Willcox as publican national committee chair. Willcox was trusted by Hu the presidential candidate and worked with him throughout the campaign. McCormick announces candidacy for United States Senate as a Republican ally of Roosevelt critics of Wilson. Sherley of Kentucky supports a budget system and has been praised for his budget advocacy in Congress.
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Willcox
Publican National Committee
Mediil McCormick
United States Senate
McCormick
Roosevelt
Congress
H Dent Wilson
Sherley
Kentucky
End of a Hoover Day and War Era Snippets
A collage of lighthearted wartime quips and observations on shortages. The column humorously notes rationing, thrift, and patriotic sentiment, with references to figures like Babbled, Stefansson, and Weh doo. It ends with a humorous poem about wheatless days and future bread alternatives.
Where Is Mayor Wilson in These War Times
A critical appraisal of Mayor Wilson highlights perceived inaction amid wartime pressures. The author claims city expenditures rise, salaries grow, and essential needs like coal and sugar go unchecked while other cities act. The piece suggests political motives behind appearances of wartime leadership.
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Wilson
Bridgeport
City Hall
Home Guard
Leonard Reappointed President of City Fire Board
The Board of Fire Commissioners selected John A. Leonard for another two year term as president. Leonard is praised for sincere effort and strict discipline, guiding Bridgeport’s fire department to high efficiency with strong personnel and capable officers and commissioners.
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Board of Fire Commissioners
John A. Leonard
Leonard
Bridgeport
The Old Order Changeth
The piece predicts government control of railroads mines and the telephone system in the United States. It argues public utilities under private hands failed to meet demand and forecasts an eye opening year as President Wilson leads federal management of railroading mining and communications.
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United States
A. B.c
X.y. Z
Uncle Sam
Wilsar
Women vote effort spans Britain and Washington
The article notes British Lords debating a measure to grant women over thirty the vote. An attempt to defeat the amendment failed two to one, signaling Parliament's recognition of women's wartime service and their right to vote.
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Washington
Britain
House of Lords
No Trace of First Shipment Continues Withwood Distribution
Officials announce wood fuel ready for use and distribution but limited to police-ordered purchases. Sawing at Gillon Machine Tool, orders handled via police precincts with priority to families holding existing fuel. pricing listed per quantity delivered to residences. no sales without proper application.
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Gillon Machine Tool Company
Pardy
Dik
Local man Leopold Coleman faces assault charge
The report alleges Leopold Coleman struck his wife with a shoe during a confrontation, causing head injuries. He is expected to attend court this forenoon as the case proceeds.
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Leopold Coleman
Deserter Sergeant and Robt Ivan Nabbed in Pawnshop Stop
Deserter sergeant with twenty years service is taken into custody. Robt Ivan, also sent to Devens, is identified as a deserter from Camp McClellan, detected by Patrolman Burns in a pawnshop last Tuesday.
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Uncle San
Robert Ivan
Devens
AfcClellan
Burns
Outward Taguy and The Pepper Talks by George Adams
An early 20th century column extols outward action as path to understanding and service. It emphasizes gaining real-world experience to describe events, urging personal vigor and labor to reach the "onward" light beyond comfort.
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Alwiys
Elinih
Howe
Peart
Walt
Favorable Winds Break Up Ice Floes in Harbor
Favorable winds and mild weather have broken up the ice jam in Long Island Sound and navigation nears normal. The inner harbor is cleared, dock approaches open, and ships can reach anchorages. Barges with coal arrived at Bridgeport, with more cargo vessels expected shortly. Divers have removed cargo from the sunken steamship Mohawk and it is believed the vessel will be raised soon.
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Long Island Sound
Bridgeport
Uncovers Great Shortages in Army Equipment
Washington reports reveal deficiencies in army gear after Senate cross examination of Secretary Baker. Senator Weeks accuses he and Pershing of lullabying the nation. Baker cites shortages of motor trucks and gaps in saddles, blankets, canteens, pistols, belts, and small arms ammunition as of February 1.
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Washington
Baker
Senate Military Committee
Weeks
Baler
Pershing
Swedish Athletes to Hold Ball at Germania Hall
This evening at Germania hall on Main street the Swedish Athletic association will hold a ball to raise funds to perfect their gymnasium recently purchased. The association is active in football and soccer and is a member of the state organization. Edward Carlson serves as 25 chairman of the arrangement committee.
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Germania Hall
Main
Swedish ‘Athletic Association
Edward Carlson
P C Pharmaceutical Association Plans Mid Winter Meeting
P J Garvin of Bethel secretary of the Connecticut Pharmaceutical association issued Friday the call for the mid winter meeting to be held at the Hotel Stratfick Wednesday January 1s.
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P. J. Garvin
Bethel
Connecticut Pharmaceutical Association
Stratfick
Stamford Worgh Avdends Officers Installed
At last night's meeting of the Slum lodge V officers were installed a deputation from the Stimford lodge led by Charles Bylin attended the ceremony Also a delegation from the Swedish Tuttlies society Lodge Bilenda participated The new officers named were President Joh Benson vice president Arthur Johnson recording secretary Andrew LindskoR financial secretary A J Johnson treasurer August Peterson and warden Leonard Sandstrom
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Stamford Worgh
Stimford Lodge
Charles Bylin
Scots Install Officers At Annual Scottish Society Meeting
Officers for the ensuing year were installed at last night’s meeting of the Scottish Historical Society. The gathering showed great interest. Installed officers included President James Brown, recording secretary Joan M. Brown, financial secretary George Syre, and warden Robert Brown.
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Award Brown
Joan MM. Brown
George Syre
Robert Brown
The Gas Stove and Gas Safety
A reader laments daily gas asphyxiation deaths caused by carelessness and ignorance. They urge inspectors be sent through the city, defective fixtures fixed, and multilingual safety literature distributed, asking the coroner to push action to save lives.
War Time Food Saving Push Aims for Ration Stringency
A press style note urges Americans to further cut wheat and bread use to aid Allied needs this winter. May 48 state food administrators met in Washington to plan tighter saving measures to be announced soon, with talks of doubling exports of meat and pork to relieve Allied shortages. Authorities warn hoarding or overstocking will be treated as violations and call on millions of women to enforce the plan, while legislation is considered to extend President powers. In a separate item, Michael Nutoluk of 47 Chestnut Street was arrested for assault on his wife and to be arraigned in City Court.
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Washington
England
France
Italy
Leal& Manufacturers
Food Administration
America
Michael Nutoluk
Chestnut Street
Third Precinct
Machinists Plan Vigorous Camp to Boost Membership
Members discussed a strong camp plan at the Machinists union meeting. About 50 admitted last night, Lodge 40 to endorse candidates for grand offices. Nomination date set for January 25. A large meeting expected with nominations by both factions. A smoker at Eagles hall features a 12 to 15 round wrestling match between Polish and Swedish representatives. Sonnabend of Newark will be main speaker with J Kepler and Thomas as executive guests. Thrift stamps approval shown by about 75 percent of attendees.
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Mach Union
Lodge 40
Organiza
Eagies
F Sonnabend
Newark
New J
Your Health Advice on Sleep and Remedies by Dr Huber
This column discusses insomnia treatments including bedtime routines, heat packs, and fluids to ease nasal and brain congestion. It cautions against indiscriminate drug use, notes bromides in mild doses may help some, and endorses a complete change of scene as a cure. It also answers reader questions on ear fullness and neck gland swellings seeking professional assessment.
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India
Vorage
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