Alsatian artist Hansi writes anti German books while serving in French army
John Waltz known as Hansi faced a year in prison in Alsace for his book Mon Village which mocked German masters and praised France. His new work The History of Alsace for Little Children has become wildly popular in France and is allegedly smuggled into Alsace as war rages. He now fights with the French army against Germany.
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No Coffee For Smoot Sparks Dining Inquiries
Senator Reed Smoot forgoes all stimulants including coffee and tea due to Mormon training. Social dining circles relentlessly question the abstinence, asking if coffee unsettles him or keeps him awake. He sometimes pretends to drink but never consumes the beverage, prompting further curiosity and awkward moments.
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Reed Smoot
Smoot
Battle Creek
Missouri boy Jouett Shouse rises to Congress from Kansas district
The Missouri born Jouett Shouse, son of minister Rev. John S. Shouse, moved to Kinsley Kansas in 1911 and was elected on November 3 to represent the Seventh district, amid Missouri and Kentucky ties and a leadership role in Champ Clark support. This district rarely sent a non Republican to Washington.
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Maj. Gen. Sam Hughes Sparks Political Torch Fire
Canadian public life figure Maj. Gen. Sam Hughes, minister of militia, defends Valcartier camp’s leadership while clashing with General Lessard over a surprise mobilization test. Hughes’ public critique triggers government demand for his resignation amid party opposition.
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Toronto
Jesus the World’s Savior and King Lesson Review
International Sunday School outlines the December 27 lesson focusing on Jesus as Savior and King. It traces preparation for his passion, the events before and during the crucifixion, and the post resurrection truths, urging faithful proclamation of the gospel.
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Tarbell
Atlantic City Banquet Delayed for May or June Carnival
A joint Atlantic City Chamber of Commerce and Hotel Men's Association committee postponed a January banquet and plan to hold the function in late May or early June, possibly with a two day carnival tied to the port's long awaited establishment. Civilian searches expand for Samuel Miller who vanished August 1, his wife dying in his absence.
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Men’s’ Association
Atlantic City
Samuel Miller
Miller
Excitement in Checkers Game Linked to Fatal Collapse
Physicians link a Riverside man John Freck's death to excitement during a checkers game as he collapsed while about to win. The incident followed a moment of intense focus at the board.
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John Freck
Riverside
Freck
Markets: Milk Prices Abolished and Quotations Obscured
Officials have abolished official milk price figures making accurate quotations impossible to provide. The change affects wholesale pricing data and leaves traders unsure of current market values.
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New York
Heated Water for Fowl Keeps Drinkable in Winter
A supply of fresh water is essential for chickens, but winter access is hard as water freezes quickly. Some observers claim slightly heated water freezes more rapidly than cold water, prompting debate over best practice.
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S0me
Waterich
Nonfreezing Water Fountain For Winter Invention
A new patent granted device prevents freezing of water in winter. It shows an opening on the side feeding a trough beneath the reservoir. A sloped wall and removable nonconducting cover seal the system, using atmospheric pressure to keep liquid in the main reservoir when trough supply is adequate.
Marking Early Laying Pullet Breeding Suggestions
The article notes the first layers tend to be the best breeders and suggests using colored leg bands to mark pullets that begin laying in October for easier selection next spring. It cites Missouri station data with fifty pullets from top layers starting at just over four months, listing breeds and weights of the early layers.
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Missouri State Poultry Experiment Station
Ancona
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