The Rise of German Power and European Tensions
The article describes European rivalry led by England and Germany, Germany's naval and commercial push, and the United States' isolation. It warns that growing arms and commerce mezi nations threaten peace and foretell a coming global conflict, with neutralist U.S. observers startled by events.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Europe
England
Great Britain
Germany
Sman
Sheffield
Italy
France
Russia
Austria
Prestilson
Aims of democracy against autocracy in postwar vision
The speaker frames the war as defending national honor and global peace by overthrowing autocracy and militarism. Germany is labeled eager for power, and the U S is cast as evangelist guiding Germany toward democracy, liberty, and world stability through reform.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
Society of Nations
United States
America for Americans speaks on loyalty and unity in wartime
President Wilson's letter read at a Hudson County meeting defends loyalty of German Americans and urges unity against spies and alien enemies. The piece stresses fighting militarism and autocracy, not German people, and affirms rights of naturalized citizens while demanding vigilance against traitors regardless of ancestry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilson
Hudson County
Germany
United States
Real
Britain
England
Kaiser William
America
OUR HEROES A tribute to fallen soldiers and wartime sacrifice
Our nation endures wartime losses as brave local youths die in France. The community mourns empty chairs and the sorrow of families while praising duty, faith, and patriotism. These young men are honored for courage, sacrifice, and fidelity to country and its flag in the face of autocracy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
France
United States
War Unifies Classes as Mass Volunteer Army Grows
The United States entered war and Massachusetts contributed 19 000 to the regular army, surpassing Revolutionary totals. President Wilson shifted from watchful waiting to action, forming a classless army to bind citizens from all walks of life in shared sacrifice. The text notes unified grit, medical care, equipment, and global aid beyond Belgium, Syria, Armenia, and Poland.
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United States
Massachusetts
England
France
Mexico
Germany
America
Wilson
Russia
Poland
Italy
Emerald Isle
Belgium
Syria
Armenia
Energy Should Be Applied to Essential Labor
The piece urges redirecting non-essential labor to support war efforts and food production. It suggests moving workers to farms and women into current roles, urging readers in the non-essential class to reassign their energy for community and state benefit.
Guard Children Against Worms Elixir Ad
An old advertisement touts Dr. True's Elixir as a quick worm expeller for children and adults. It links symptoms such as swollen belly dull eyes and itching to worm infection and claims the remedy restores digestion and relieves constipation with prices 40c 60c and 1.00. The notice asks readers to write for more information to Dr J F True & Co Auburn.
Probate Court to probate will of James B Lord Maynard
The Probate Court of Middlesex Massachusetts calls heirs and all interested to appear May 6 1918 in Cambridge to show cause why Nettie E Gardner may be granted letters testamentary without bond. Publication in Maynard Enterprise for three weeks and notification to known heirs Complete by April 16 1918 signature F M Esty Register.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Middlesex
James B. Lord
Maynard
Nettie E. Gardner
Cambridge
Maynard Enterprise
Charles J. McIntire
Esquire
F. M. Esty
Register
Will Probated for Mary F. Annis of Concord Massachusetts
Probate Court in Middlesex holds May 9 1918 at 9 am to hear petition by Charles O Hall and Albert P Worthen for letters testamentary without bond. All heirs and interested parties must appear or show cause. notice published in Concord Enterprise and by mail to known persons. Witness Charles J McIntire dated April 16 1918.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Middlesex
Mary F. Annis
Concord
Maid County
Mid Court
Charles O. Hall
Albert P. Worthen
Callbridge
Concord Enterprise
Charles J. McIntire
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America For
Joseph Hannon
East St. Maynard
Commonwealth
Bertha E. Foss
William Foss
M. Esty
Commonwealth of Massachusetts
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