Gardens as wartime model cited in Denver report
The War Food Garden commission praises Denver for turning vacant lots into gardens, with about 5 000 dryland plots and an estimated 2 000 000 dollars worth of vegetables grown. Schools, newspapers and local firms supported training, water and equipment, producing lessons in preservation and civic virtue for future seasons. The article notes seedhouses struggled to meet demand and urges ongoing citizen effort.
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Garden Commission
Newark
Neyton Emergency Food
Garyisston
Trenton
N. J
L and
Ohio
Philadelphia
Han
Vrof
P. L. Clarke
Echool
Denver Union
Kate Pany
Charles Latho
War Food Q Mission
Echools
Tion
Garsium
Water Company
Willows
Merch
Denater Company
Denver
Myree
Mies Maud Walter
Shut
G. FL
Susanne Thompson
South Side High
Denver Gas & Electric Light Company
Denvers
War Food Garden Commission
Maryland
Washington
Cough Remedy Promises Quick Relief and Family Supply
An old home made cough syrup claims to loosen stubborn coughs, ease throat and chest congestion, reduce phlegm, and help with bronchitis and asthma. It markets Pine syrup as a stronger mix, promising quick relief and a large family quantity, with guarantees and a note to ask local owners for details.
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Norway
Ind
Pershing Sees U S as Key to World Peace in 1918
Exclusive interview from American commander General John J. Pershing in France asserts the United States will become the greatest factor for universal peace by year’s end. He praises American troops and anticipates setbacks but expects America to lead in peace and victory.
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U.S
Pershing
France
Controle Amoericaine
Tchad
States
America
América
Red Cross
Red Cross Efforts Praised by General Pershing
General Pershing commends the American Red Cross for its six month service in France, calling it a militarized, highly effective force aiding soldiers and civilians. He notes early US aims to support France through relief, housing, and family reunification while American forces prepare to join combat.
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Washington
Middle West
France
Joly
England
Italy
Mer
Baker
Walt
Chaitellit
Garfield Named Organizer of Practical Life
Harry A. Garfield is portrayed as a strong organizer and innovator who reshaped coal policy by defying precedents, shutting down many sectors for five days in January and declaring abnormal conditions. The piece highlights his career from Williams College president to coal administrator and his role in mobilizing fuel resources despite opposition from producers and consumers.
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Lily
Garfield
America
United States
Harry A. Garfield
Cleveland Trust Company
Ohio
Cleveland
No Camouflage In This Story
A medical note extols a drug named freemone or freivone as a cheap cure for corns and calluses. It claims drops ease pain instantly and allow the whole corn to be lifted with fingers. The ad-like text notes temporary sticking, quick drying, and no tissue irritation. It ends by implying applicability to women wearing high heels.
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Lesa
Saya
Washington Close-Up on War Policy and Baker Critique
Washington observers debate cabinet leadership and war management as Congress probes administration errors. The piece cites Secretary Baker amid calls for accountability, seamen proposals, and fears over ship production and food rationing impacting the war effort.
Unclear text fragment on large barrel reshipment sum
Fragmentary OCR mentions thousands of barrels and a sum around £170 000 with no clear context or proper names.
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Ysational Commission
Casper
Salt Creek
Parkerton
Capitol Ave
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Chas.e
Bailey
Dan McGlone Gibson
Special Dispatch
the State Leader
The
Newspaper Enterprise Association
Solin G.pershing
Persing
America E
Mya
Gibson
American Red Cross
Redross
Anrther
Lang
James A Jerfield
Wh- Linus College
St. Paul's School
Concord
Columbia
Loter
Oxford University
London
Wilson
Princeton
Williams College
Dracaldwell’s
Pepsin
W. B. Caldwell
Washington St. Monrivello
Ilinois
R. F. Paine
Stuf
Washington, D. C
Felsourdough
California
Congress
John the Baptist
Pime
Georgia
Senate
Mardwick
Grorga
Department of Air War Management
Kaiser
Tom Johnson
Newton
Oy Ss
Mr. Baker
Celine
Praleer
St Alwave
Toonte Feo
Hewen Poly
Andy Fernseth
Seamen’sa
Andy
Unioniem
Labollette
Secretary of Commerce
Hedfield
Vernseth
Redfield
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