Leonard Wood appeals for Near East Relief funds
Major General Leonard Wood chairs a Lent Sacrifice Appeal to raise aid for two and a half million Armenians suffering from war and famine in the Near East. The effort, spearheaded by Near East Relief, seeks nationwide cooperation to support millions of vulnerable children and their communities through Mercy work.
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Ft. Sheridan
Leonard Wood
Sixth Corps
America
Madison Avenue
New York City
Congress
Near East
Wood
Charles V. Vickery
Cleveland H. Dodge
President Harding backs Near East Relief appeal
Washington President Harding endorses Maj. Gen. Leonora Wood's nationwide Lenten Sacrifice Offering for Near East relief to aid starving Christians. He urges continued private American donations and praises the humane effort as beneficial to the nation’s conscience.
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Washington
Harding
Leonora Wood
Madison Avenue
New York City
Warren G. Harding
Neat Slip-On Sweaters Trend In Winter Wear
Interest centers on sweaters and sweater carts as everyone wears them. Knitted garments in wool or silk vary by warmth and fit. Slip-on dresses and gowns set snugly to the figure rival loose coats, with knitted girdles and sashes highlighting neat effects.
Absent-M minded Men Highlighted As Record Absentees
The item notes two men labeled as the most absent-minded on record with an ironic lead about the fellow who cannot recall details. The piece uses a humorous tone to poke fun at memory failures.
Cleanliness and Fire Safety Checks Are Emphasized
The note stresses cleaning habits and home safety from fire risks. It asks about rubbish piles, protected floors near stoves, matches out of reach of children, chimney maintenance, proper ash disposal, stovepipe routing, dustless oil mops, use of electric irons, cigarette stub disposal, avoiding burning trash on windy days, and locating fire alarms. It ends with a cautionary anecdote about an absent minded worker.
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Vanna
Teller
Georgette Blouses Debut With Summer Flair
Designers reveal georgette blouses in two tone schemes perfect for summer. The navy blue model features tangerine bordered neck sleeves and peplum, with needlework borders and a blue ribbon girdle.
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Carrie Chapman Catt
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