Booby gas used fish oil to fool the Huns in war
Pittsburgh reports Colonel Raymond F. Bacon describes a camouflaged gas attack using fish oil in shells. When Germans smelled the oil they donned gas masks and hid in dugouts, allowing American troops to overrun positions and capture thousands while inflicting heavy casualties.
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Raymond F. Bacon
Bacon
None of Your Business Advice on Undergarments
A reader comments that a woman with a matronly shape should wear a bra or knitted sweater to avoid an overly uncorseted look. The remark suggests modesty standards and fashion policing in public perception.
Princess Can Act Cute But Corn Fed Walrus Retorts
A playful exchange highlights persona contrasts as a princess-acting figure and a corn fed individual respond in a humorous, light hearted banter. The remark compares charming behavior with a blunt, animalistic metaphor to emphasize tone.
Young Man's Young Lady's Opportunity in Cotton Classing
Tyler Commercial College in Tyler Texas touts a cotton classing program, offering licensure with a public cotton classer license issued by a state board after exam. The four to six week course costs 25 tuition plus 5 for books, with optional bookkeeping shorthand typing or telegraphy tracks.
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America
Commission of the Markets and Warehouse Department
Texas
Liverpool
New Orleans
New York
Tyler Commercial College
Tyler
Advice on Diet and Constipation Relief
For a weak stomach a diet suited to age and occupation is advised and bowels should be kept regular. If you feel overfull or constipated, take one Chamberlain's Tablet.
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Chamberlain
Eugene Laurant the Man of Many Mysteries
Eugene Laurant is a famed American magician and entertainer known for his mystery feats. He is one of three to receive medals from the American Society of Magicians and is celebrated by national magazines and dailies for his artistry and showmanship. He runs a workshop to invent new tricks and charms audiences, especially children, with his magnetic personality.
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Eugene Laurant
United States
America
American Society of Magicians
Laurant
Man Who Fits Wife’s Expectations Earns Heaven Odds
A quip notes that any man who meets his wife's expectations earns favor with heaven. The remark plays on marital duties and moral reward.
Temple Boy Wins in Speaking Contest at Waco
Temple Texas April 20 Temple won first in the boys declamation through Robert Moore, first in essay writing through Miss Claire Thompson, and second in girls declamation through Miss Tyler Lee Knight in district interscholastic contests at Waco Saturday night. Moore also won the Bell county declamation and aims to win at the state meet in Austin.
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Robert Moore
Bell County
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