United States urged to develop domestic mineral resources
The article argues for expanding American mining and smelting to replace imported minerals essential for industry and war. Secretary Lane cites 2,000,000 tons of shipping tied to mineral supply, urges rapid development of graphite, chromium, manganese, nitrates, sulfur, and other undeveloped deposits. It notes private capital balks at investment without government support and highlights ongoing federal surveys by the Bureau of Mines to map and pilot processing plants.
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Mirela
Katerigue Lacan
Metalhirgis
Miey Dee Meade
Potasseay Tertiliz
Amore Plate
United States
Lane
Mas Canal
Asia
South America
Rome
Australia
India
Chester
Tiehrware
D.nasy Vuoi
Temel van Dakthg
Eands
Mearsland Vthosa Cho Polis
Uli Toil
Son Jehis Obispo Eoeoriy
Eoinitas
Vurivey End Hissin
Abel Hater
Cydia
Sontaunedbind
Dhsck
Marinard
Wester North
Ater
New York
Milton
Afusd Cavid
Germany
Department of the Interior
Alretady
Bureau of Mines
Savientists
Uiness Congress
Four Line O Cheer by John Kendrick Bangs
A verse titled Four Line O Cheer by John Kendrick Bangs mocks high living aging the high liver yet argues that mental elevation and noble thoughts keep one young despite years.
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John Kendrick
Breakfast Table War Verses and Wartime Wit Whispers
An eclectic collage of wartime snippets and verse from a breakfast table rant. It cites Russia seeking peace while fractures appear, condemns the Hun label, notes dogfish market quirks, laments food shortages, praises blue and white flags boosting stamp sales, mentions Washington’s steadfastness, and weaves humorous dialect pieces about Kaiser and homefront life.
The Coming Campaign and Political Partisanship
In a wartime view, the piece analyzes the looming fall election as a two party contest between Democrats and Republicans. It calls for new, independent leaders unbound by bosses, supports Woodrow Wilson’s war stance, praises Daniels Hoover and Baker, and notes praise for naval and food administration efforts while questioning future political casualties.
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Coniceteut
Wrue
Buck Wilson
Bridgeport
Protskys
Woodrow Wilson
Getting Into It Over There Teaches War Reality to Americans
The piece notes rising American casualties in Vrance as evidence that U S troops are fully engaged in combat. It emphasizes growing confidence in a decisive Allied victory and praises American artillery, infantry, and air power while warning the casualty list will continue to rise. The author stresses a new, more serious wartime era and forecasts March as pivotal.
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Vrance
Germany
Elan
Guijvans
The Cannon Street Case Supreme Court Appeal
The article discusses the Cannon Street case with Neague surprised by a supreme court decision. It questions due process in property seizure and criticizes the ruling that dismisses all actions to date. It hints at possible changes in John Street and Cannon Street motions.
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Cannon Street
Neague
Ie Supreme Coert Iit
Cation Street
Chariwes
John Street
Air War Forecast Forewarns Turbulent Year Ahead
Dispatches forecast a year of intense aerial battles as the Allies step up activity and the United States gears up to deploy air power. The world anticipates decisive air conflicts with Germany as the focus of prospective campaigns.
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Neoene
America
United States
Navy needed as well as Army says reader in letter
In a reader’s letter the author argues for equal recognition of sailors and the navy alongside soldiers. He notes Britain’s reliance on a strong navy, praises American bluejackets as volunteers, and asserts that without a navy the army loses its footing in war.
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ARMY
Navy
Vrance
Crerman
Chauncey
English
Ma Vahs
Britain
Britannia
John Paul Jones
Admiral Simms
U. S Navy
Is No Slacker. Letter from Private Congdon in 1918
A February 10 1918 letter from Private Watery WwW Congdon of Company 1020 1S Infantry correcting a mislabeling as a slacker. He explains enlisting July 24 1917 at a Connecticut recruiting tent and notes the 302d United States Infantry with the First Connecticut. He thanks The Telegram for printing a correction and mentions fellow soldiers and former employer Joe Wynkoop, foreman in the Telegram’s composing room.
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France
Conneseticut
Connecticut
United States Infantry
Joe Wynkoop
Lidtia
Austrians and Czechs Scrap over Food
An official despatch reports a clash between Austrian and Czech delegates during a food relief discussion at the Austrian chamber. The dispute centered on war supplies and access, with diplomats exchanging strong statements about allies and policy.
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Washington
Durioh
Elaunber
Protection of All Children in War
A fragmented report urges action to shield children from war’s harm. It cites the suffering of youth, calls for unified efforts, and references international bodies pressing for protective measures and accountability.
Haemorrhoids and related intestinal notes in health column
The article discusses haemorrhoids, noting that severe cases require specialist handling and possible surgery, while milder cases may respond to astringent ointments. It explains the anatomy of the rectum and the venous basis of piles, plus common complications, and includes Q&A style health advice about ear pain and rheumatism with cautions against self diagnosis and a call to consult a physician.
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Sen
Jane Stundtupg
Political gossip hints shifts in Democratic leadership
Rumors of an internal shakeup at the Democratic county level circulate as leaders acknowledge brewing changes. In Nebraska the GOP convenes in April to reorganize and field a stronger ticket, while the Nonpartisan League pursues influence. Iowa’s Claude T is eyed as a possible U S district attorney candidate as a central committee meeting in Des Moines March 21 sets schedule. The Plaza project disrupts city planning, reducing school funds and delaying street work, and a prior Broad Street land issue remains costly.
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Nebraska
Iowa
Claude 1
United States
Central Committee
Des Moines
Agre
Broad Street
Spitting on Streets Sparks Police Enforcement Call
A reader asks the Police Department to address uniform officers on a streetcar who spat in public. She cites an ordinance against spitting and urges enforcement to prevent disease spread and set a better example. The writer hopes the police chief will raise awareness among officers.
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Anager
Smile Club Vision Prompts Nationwide Cheer Movement
A fragment urges a national Smile club to unite communities with joy. It jokes that a simple smile could outshine conflict, proposing an organization with no officers, and notes Christ’s call to welcome children as a heavenly example.
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Former U S Senator Stephenson I. Dies in Marinette Wis
Stephenson, a former United States senator, died in Marinette Wisconsin early today after an illness. He began to sink today and last night his physicians gave up hope of saving him.
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Mme Orzse Washington
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