Looking Ahead in 1882 War Forecast from 1882
A reader quotes a May 1882 Demorist Monthly article predicting a coming European war. It envisions massive conscription, rail and telegraph dominance, long campaigns, instead of charging columns, with rifles at great ranges and mechanized warfare transforming tactics and mortality.
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France
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Holland
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Folland
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Thale
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Paria
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Aweleli
Gerniny
Apaia
Mhisewill
Wrilen
Cam
Banda
Martin Utrains
Post 70 Observed Lincoln Birthday With Camp Fire
About seventy-two members of Post 70 G A R and friends gathered at the Paul room on Saturday February 12 to commemorate Abraham Lincoln's birthday. A bountiful dinner followed an informal program with readings, speeches, and songs honoring Lincoln and Civil War memories. The gathering ended with patriotic songs and thanks to W Rowe for flowers and to the post for the fine event.
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Comrnie Strave
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Warren White
Spartansburg
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Seymour Dean
James Wakter
Ford Will Try Hand at Campaign for War Referendum
Detroit reports President Ford plans a nationwide campaign against war expansion and military spending, seeking broad reach to influence Congress. The approach aims to rally support for a major defense and preparedness program, with focus on public persuasion rather than released specifics.
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Costive Bowels Headache Colds Take Cascarets
A vintage ad touts Cascarets for constipation headaches colds and stomach upset. It promises a nightly cleansing to straighten bowels by morning, claims quick sleepful effects, and urges use for children as well as adults with ten cent boxes and long lasting relief across months.
Valentine Day Romance In A Framed Verse
A fragmentary 19th century style poem contemplates choosing a beloved on Valentine’s Day. The speaker vows to reveal love and pursue marriage, promising lifelong fidelity even if the beloved remains silent. The piece ends with thoughts of waiting until next year for a renewed chance.
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Knarin
Rome
Clark Will Not Replace Kitchen In House Standoff
Washington reports Representative Kitchin opposes the President’s program and other admin plans. Spunkar Clune says the Speaker will not replace or oust any committee chair, insisting Democrats differ but respect each member’s right to opinion as they seek stable leadership and policy progress.
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Fragmentary political quip on party lines and protests
The passage mocks busybodies who inflame strife over the idea that suppressing differences among Democrats would unify the party. It questions whether such activists would replace lawful patrols with altered loyalties, implying manipulation of civic order.
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