Lander Man Charles W. Allen Sent to Cape Town as Vice Consul
Charles W. Allen of Lander travels to New York to board a vessel bound for Cape Town South Africa where he has been named vice consul. His successful state department examination has cleared the way for a promising diplomatic career admired by many in the region.
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Charles W. Allen
Lander
New York
Cape Town
South Africa
Allen
State Department
Split Senate Tax Proposals Divide Republicans
The passage outlines three Republican senators LaFollette Penrose and Smoot pushing divergent tax ideas in the revenue bill. LaFollette favors higher income and excess profits taxes, Penrose seeks lower taxes, and Smoot proposes a general sales tax replacing other levies. It argues the poor buy more than the rich and would bear sales tax, but the Senate is unlikely to adopt that plan.
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LaFollette
Senate
Penrose
Smoot
Republiccan
Taft argues for League mandate on German colonies
In a series of Public Ledger articles Taft advocates League of Nations civilising agency for German colonies in Africa. He asserts the Allies fought for moral aims, to end militarism and restore self governed governments, praising Americanism.
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Africa
League of Nations
Taft
Philadelphia Public Ledger
Wien
Salls
Taft and Mann Back President's Peace Program
In the face of the great peace crisis leaders of the Republican party including William Howard Taft and Representative James E. Mann support the president's program. The text notes relief at Republican backing alongside figures such as Nicholas Murray Butler.
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William Howard Taft
James E. Mann
Nicholas Murray Butler
Fragmentary note on European leaders and rhetoric
Fragmentary OCR mentions Europe leaders and their words, noting attempts to present a motes or motive from the eye of Europe and the presidant. Context unclear. no clear actions, dates, or entities identified.
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Durepe
England's Bold Steps Toward Nationalizing Railroads and Shipping
The piece argues England will nationalize railways and likely merchant shipping. It questions whether the United States will restore private ownership of railroads and release a rebuilt merchant fleet. It notes the flag returns to sea and American vessels appear in ports, while some interests favor dismantling public enterprise over government operation.
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England
United States
Government seeks curb on meat packers amid monopoly fears
Debates over packer control of meat prices prompt calls for regulation. Congress prepares hearings starting December 19 on proposed measures, after the Federal Trade Commission urged action and packers have mounted broad newspaper advertising nationwide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Wyoming
Set
Congress
Foundation
The
Republic
Federal Trade Commission
Kendrek
Senate
Sims
House Committee On Interstate Commerce
Berlin Makes Merry After Armistice Ending Celebration
Reports say German officers and wealthy civilians crowd cabarets in Berlin rejoicing as the war ends. American officers allege French and American prisoners fell to death and were starved in a nearby prison days after the armistice. They describe harsh treatment and taunts as Berlin feasts continue.
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Berlin
The Big Fight On Wilson Arrives In France to End War
President Wilson lands in France as the final campaign of World War I begins. The piece warns that despite sacrifices, profits in allied countries may threaten victory and democracy, urging Americans to support Wilson and fulfill the burden of humanity.
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Wilson
France
Washington
Lincoln
Royalty Revenue Rise From Wyoming Oil Leases
The Wyoming land office reports rising royalty income from oil leases due to a first-come first-served approach and higher mineral production. Increased grazing land rents and farmer homesteads expanding land holdings push up lease values, with sale prices per acre reaching 20 to 82 dollars in some counties. Sales headlines Wheatland and Torrington, totaling over 82,000 acres since December.
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State Land Commissioner
Wyoming
Hopkins
Carey
Kendrick
Lee
Algn
Wheatland
Torrington
State oil royalties and land leases impact Wyoming tax rate
The document notes 3,523,694.67 acres remain unsold with income due to the state, most going to the University of Wyoming. Common schools received 783,665.00 for current expenses and 508,972.14 placed in the permanent fund. Income per child was 10.85. As oil and other minerals rise, tax rates are expected to fall.
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University of Wyoming
Foley’s Honey and Tar Trial Offer Card
A promotional slip invites mail-in request for a trial package from Foley & Co including medicines for coughs colds and related ailments. The text lists many misread product names and includes instructions to send name and address with a cut-out form.
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Foley & Co
Sheffield Ave
Chicago
Foley
Colin
Paley
Ned Foley
Socialists denounce Polish election moves in Polish lands
Berlin reports socialist outrage over Polish government elections in Posen Ottoln Beuthes Kappowitsa Flatow Danzig and other eastern centers. They accuse Poles of land hunger and an attempt to create facts before the peace conference. The papers blame Berlin for inaction and protest Poland’s charge of German Bolshevik alliance.
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Berlin
Posen
Ottoln
Beuthes
Kappowitsa
Flatow
Danzig
Germany
Sherlock Not in It With Old Santa In Minds of Tots
Cheyenne tots doubt Santa’s clairvoyance but trust him to know their names and families. Readers send letters requesting gifts from a long list including dolls, coasters, hammers, a horse mobile, drums, horns, nursing sets, and slippers for kids Phillip Mildred TM, with a note on Mith orphans in France and Belgium.
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Sherlock
Santa
Santa Claus
Cheyennne
Sherlock Holmes
France
Belgium
Old Santa
Leader
Weather Summary From December 18 1918 Report
The U S Department of Agriculture Weather Bureau records for December 18 1918 show cloudy conditions with a mean temperature of 17 degrees and a normal date temperature of 28 degrees. Maximum wind was 9 mph from the southwest, with total precipitation since January 1 totaling 15.95 inches and melted snow at 0.04 inches.
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U. S
Weather Bureau
Lapweat
Bankers Indicted Over Insolvent Merchants Bank
Salt Lake City December 18 The grand jury returned criminal indictments against Merchants Bank of Salt Lake City officers George Ford L J Haya and F L Kreans for receiving deposits while allegedly aware of the bank’s insolvency.
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Associated Press
Salt Lake City
George Ford
L. J. Haya
F. L. Kreans
Merchants Bank
Casualties Reported by American Expeditionary Forces
Commanding general reports totals for World War I casualties. Killed in action and died of wounds are listed with numbers. many wounded categories and missing in action totals accompany the count. The document tabulates severities and modes of death or injury.
Worth Attention of Women
When fatigue, dark circles, and morning weariness signal a problem, the ad assures weakened kidneys cause backache and rheumatic pains. It cites Mrs. T. J. Bucknell of Hardy Nebraska praising Foley Kidney Pills for aiding recovery and claims they help others, with a blanket sales note.
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T. J. Bucknell
Hardy
Neéb
Foley Kidzey
Eve
Better than money They earn money buy war savings stamp today
A brief note urges readers to invest in war savings stamps as a means to earn more value than cash. It frames the stamps as a prudent financial move during wartime. The message emphasizes immediate action and national thrift.
War bond support urged as troops return home
Officials urge continued purchase of war bonds and thrift stamps to clothe, feed, and transport nearly two million troops home from abroad. Funds are also needed to reconstruct Europe after World War I.
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Europe
Alaska Rail Road Labor Under Winter Storms
Alaska reports winter progress on the railroad from Seward to Fairbanks. Two gangs work daily despite short daylight and cold. A road grader clears snow ahead of track laying machines as construction proceeds northward.
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Anchorage
Alaska
United States
Seward
Fairbanks
del Op
End of the steel laid toward Fairbanks and Anchorage
A wartime pledge appeal urges readers to honor their War Savings pledges. The message emphasizes cashing in War Savings stamps and urges real men and women to fulfill promises. It notes interior steel progress 86 miles south of Fairbanks and coastal tracks 106 miles north of Anchorage.
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Seward
Anchorage
Fairbanks
This Month Gift Stamp Promises Prosperity Path
A five dollar war earnings stamp priced at four dollars and twenty cents this month is suggested as a Christmas gift or bonus. The item is framed as a chance to send the recipient toward prosperity and happiness.
Spanish Influenza What It Is and How To Treat It
Article outlines symptoms of Spanish influenza and basic at home care. Advises rest in bed and quiet, use of laxatives, nourishing food, and maintaining strength. Emphasizes nature as sole care and self management at home.
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Gerase Vick
Vick
North Carolina
Influenza Advice and Home Treatments Warn Readers
A historic influenza guidance piece notes influenza behavior, fever, and symptoms with cautions to rest and seek physician directions. It prescribes Vicks VapoRub and vapors for relief, hot towels, steam inhalation, and air passages care while urging bed rest and avoiding crowds to prevent spread.
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Vick
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