War effort demands steady work in legitimate jobs
The text urges citizens to stay employed in lawful occupations to aid the nation’s war effort, warning that idleness by any class harms the food supply and harms national needs.
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Newspaper
Comanche Chief
Location
Comanche, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 26, 1918
Page
2
Germans Learn to Face American Drives in Battle
The Germans, proud of their fighting, concede they had not faced Americans before this latest push. They note that once the Americans begin a drive, they press forward, and even German reserves cannot halt them.
Political Argument Comedy in Private Disputes
A humorous note on political argument suggests that when one man insults a neighbor and the neighbor replies with a sharper retort, the dispute seems no clearer in merit. The piece mocks how heated exchanges still fail to resolve the underlying question.
Poor yet honest editor recalls early days in Olney paper
Ralph Shuffler, former Comanche boy and editor of the Olney Enterprise, recalls starting in newspapers while poor but honest and still poor today. He asks why fortunes seem possible in the trade yet he remains financially modest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ralph Shuffler
The
Olney Enterprise
Ralph
General Foch Shown Capable of Steering European War
The text asserts General Foch proved his ability to manage the European offensive and suggests he could win without advisers likened to street corner wiseacres or goods box warmers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foch
Europe
Acre
Texas Needs Change in Lawmaker Pay and Schedule
The author argues for higher pay of 2500 dollars per year for state senators and representatives and for flexible meeting times, claiming such changes would yield better laws and attract the ablest men to the legislature.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texas
The Difference Between Statesmen and Politicians
A civic reflection urging voters to prefer selfless service over self interest. It argues real governance comes from statesmen who work for the common good, while politicians seek continued office. The piece calls for voting without prejudice and entrusting leadership to capable public-spirited figures.
The Man Who Lies by Insinuation
A读ers letter insults a person named Bud calling him a coward and a small liar while urging bold honesty and courage in lying, contrasting big liars with insinuating ones and praising open boldness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bud
Wrong Thinking on Texas Election Law and Representation
The piece condemns reformers who push for a convention plan and defends the Terrill Election Law. It argues that under convention plans a few prominent men control conventions while Terrill ensures broad public input in choosing representatives. The author asserts Texas belongs to its people who pay the freight and asks who owns Texas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texas
Pro dog or anti dog this question of value
Happiness lies within us and the dog reflects the person who regards it. One owner may see a nuisance while another sees a loyal lifesaver ready to protect and serve. The dog’s value depends on the owner’s attitude and actions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. C. Benge
Rural Woman Urges Governor Salary Increase
A country woman visiting the office urged keeping up the fight for a bigger Governor’s salary. She said the Governor cannot live on the current pay and supported an amendment to raise it to at least 10,000 dollars annually, urging legislative action and voter approval.
REAL REPRESENTATION IN PRECINCT CONVENTIONS
A call for reform argues that precinct conventions nominate delegates for county and state levels, enabling a small, idle group to capture the process and override voters. The proposal: place delegate candidates on the precinct ballot so voters choose their preferred representatives and curb professional political gangsters.
If You Can Stand Patriot Speech and War Bonds
A wartime poem excerpt urges readers to endure hostile talk, buy War Savings Stamps, and work for the common cause. It invokes Kipling and Kiplingesque tones to praise national duty, sacrifice, and discipline. The piece ends noting acknowledgments and apologies to Kipling.
They Knew The Bishop Urges Africa Sunday Schools
The bishop addressing a Sunday school urged saving money to fund Sunday schools in Africa where ten million square miles lack any. The class responded in unison, Go to Africa.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Africa
London Chronicle
Eliza Proclaims Bath Temp No Thermometer Needed
Mrs Blinks instructs Eliza to use a thermometer for baby's bath but Eliza declares she can tell by color. She says a red skin means water is too hot and blue skin means too cold, a cheerful dismissal of the device.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eliza
Mrs. Blinks
Baker greets returning lieutenant in casual wartime scene
A khaki-clad lieutenant just back from the front enters a West End bakery as the bakeress greets him with relief after troubling weeks in the casualty list. The scene captures everyday homefront life amid wartime anxieties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West End
St. Louis Star
Reporter Bystander Tales and a Fatal Horse Meat Tale
A deputy coroner jokes with a newspaper reporter about a death in a restaurant. A man reportedly choked on horse meat and died, prompting speculation. An Indianapolis note recalls a late Robbin and a widow pressing an insurer for payout amid hard times.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paul. Robinson
Robinson
Indianapolis News
Sailor’s Magazine Quip Sparks Maritime Laugh
A humorous exchange from Sailor’s Magazine features a passenger asking about hairbreadth escapes and a mate replying he nearly drowned after dozing in a bath and forgetting to turn off the water. The anecdote preserves nautical wit and voyage-era humor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sailor’s Magazine
Not at all I worked in an ammunition factory
The Indianapolis Star quotes a boss asking why someone left their last place. The reply asserts the person did not leave it voluntarily but was left by the employer and adds a remark about working in an ammunition factory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapolis Star
J. McCracken
Johnson City
Tenn
All Drug
Hamilton Drug CO
Camp Jackson Revelations in Tent Field Tale
A fragment recounts Old Caesar recalling Camp Jackson as a revelation in the tented field. He notes soldiers could not drink strong liquor nor frolic with girls and refused swearing at the mules, citing regulations and discipline.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Caesar
Jackson
Massua
Camp meeting misheard in Columbia Star cartoon exchange
The Yonkers Statesman reports a humorous panel where Mrs. Flatbush questions Mrs. Bensonhurst about her husband in France. Mrs. Bensonhurst remains unconcerned, noting she knew he was somewhere in America when he was home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mrs. Flatbush
France
Mrs. Bensonhurst
America
Yonkers Statesman
Beggar and Passerby Trade Witty Reproach
A beggar pleads for help for his sick wife and a passerby offers a future job. The beggar retorts that waiting a week is too late because the wife will be able to work by then.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beggar
Military Indecision Behind a Sergeant's Quick Drill
A sergeant tests raw recruits after three hours of drilling when a sudden pair of orders causes one hoodlum to bolt toward the barracks. The recruit protests that the sergeant cannot decide his own mind for two minutes running.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tye
Harper’s Magazine
Wit and whimsy in a London Opinion quip
A husband jokes at supper about a sad tale of a young girl thought blind who was operated on to reveal a hidden truth. The wife retorts that outcomes depend on the man involved, sparking a quiet, wry exchange.
Prickly Ash Bitters Offers Heat Defense
Advertises Prickly Ash Bitters from The Wm. Reese Co. Special Agents claiming to purify the stomach liver and bowels and fortify the body against summer heat with a price of 1.25 per bottle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wm. Reese Co
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Scott
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Bloomfeld
N. J
J.C. Henderson
Your Land
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R. Eanes
Disher
Columbia Star
Mills Chemical Co
Dept. D
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Pulliam Lane & Co
Comanche, Texas
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