Wharton and World War I Food Struggles Reflected in Local Notes
The article discusses wartime food shortages and distribution challenges, noting Wharton’s oil and farming activity, political conventions in Chicago, and national debates on food supply. It highlights how war disrupts distribution, with references to Germany, Russia, and other nations, and mentions local figures and the state of banks and community leadership.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aurelus
Hut
Germany
Ita
Dole
Rene
Russian
Ukraine
Gerneni
Metal
Ane Chemical Industries
England
Ann
France
Laurvenderell
Mussolini
Ethiop x
Ruiis
Moscow
Iceland Parliaments Rise and Modern Welfare Contrast
A fragmented historical note surveys Iceland as Mother of Parliament, its early parliamentary government, Althing structure, and Danish linkage. It highlights wealth, poverty, health, and social measures, contrasting Icelandic progress with broader nations and eras.
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Iceland
Brefansnon
Teeland
Ware
Bua
Europe
Asia
Eeland
Portland
Maine
Meykjust
Philadelphi
Ieeland
France
England
United States
Teelandia
Mana ‘Ares
Denmark
Thie
Lesland Parliamant
Mark
United ‘States
Hillsboro women offer to shelter British refugee children
Five Hillsboro women led by Mrs. L. Robert son propose to take in and care for British or French refugee children. They call on Hillsboro residents and the state to join the effort as war evacuees rise from Europe. The note mentions vast refugee needs and a call to shelter children away from the fighting zones.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paneer
Chidren
Oil and Fireworks Hazards Highlight Texas News Notes
The piece cites Texas oilmen drilling 41 percent of national tests, motorists using 78 gallons of gas yearly, and state taxes on oil workers. It notes Independence Day safety concerns with fireworks, urging caution to reduce injuries while acknowledging public enthusiasm. It also mentions Texas oil industry investments and consumption patterns, contrasting with national data and travel distances.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texas
Home value ideals shape trust in democracy, era voices
A Sweetwater report reflects on long tenure and strong attachment to home, arguing citizens who cherish their houses will defend democracy and resist foreign influence. Town officials listed include Earl Timms, Maggie Little, J B Robenquist, Omer Lee Atx, W G Davis, Minnie Cosper Locker, Pat Shaffer, and Jacke Cureton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Howe
C. B. McPherson
County
Clee
Alfred Fardwick
McCorklent
Dave Montgomery
Smithaea
America
Sweetwater Report
J.B. Robenquist Omer Lee Atx
W. (Gy) Davis
Minnie Cosper Locker
Manset Head Karl Lovelady Henry Clare for Representative
Joe 5 presents a slate including Karl L Lovelady and Henry Clare for the office of representative in the district with Albert M Jones as context or related figure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joe 5
Manset
Karl L. Lovelady
Henry Clare
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Colorado
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Whartin Burinovs
Pisnopher Paico
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Clifton
Rome
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Roosevelt
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Hon
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Aceu
Marie Rane
Wta Sut Eeu
Mle Tine
Ave Hillsboro
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Sam ¢. Smite
Paul Massey
Robert F. Cherry
Precinct No
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F. W. Wallace
J. B
Ben) Johnson
Texas Oilman
Texas Oil
Hi Paso
Texarkana
New York
Gilliam
Earl (Bitsy) Timms
Maggie B. Little
PaLix Shaffer
Jacke) Cureton
Ithe
Albert M. Jones
Borden
Ham Hocks
Patr
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