Great War Rally Speech Inspires Indiana Audience
Former Governor Ralston and Lieutenant Perigord of the French Army energize a patriotic gathering. Speakers emphasize wartime duty, unity, and the mission to defend democracy with Wilsonian ideals guiding America’s effort. Leaders praise Goodrich and Hays. France’s sacrifice frames national resolve.
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Ralston
Clieutenant Perigord
State Council of Defense
Paul Perigord
America
Indiana editors conference on war aims and unity
Indiana editors meet to pledge total support for World War I efforts. Will Hays urges press and public to maintain home front peace, unity across parties, and unwavering loyalty to President Wilson and Governor Goodrich. He warns against political discord while stressing national mission and American leadership.
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White House
Woodrow Wilson
United States
Abraham Lincoln
George Washington
Sen
Uas
Goodrich
Indiana
Wilson
Will H. Hays
General Pershing
France
Lafayette
la Fayette
Bauile
Marne
Verdun
Adriatic
Atlantic Ocean
United Or States
Belgium
Prussia
Republic
Europe
America
Willis
Thompson
Indianapolis
George Creel
George Ade
Lumcheon
Riley
Claypool
State Council of Defense
Hays
Washington
Continental Congress
Ways of adding humus to soil and horse feed guide
The piece explains three humus sources stable manure, green manuring and deep-rooted cover crops like clover and timothy. It notes benefits for soil texture and fertility, plus detailed horse feeding guidance including hay types and cautions about alfalfa and corn fodder for mares in foal.
Seasonal care for currants and gooseberries in snow
The article advises tying branches of currants and gooseberries with coarse string in regions with heavy snowfall to prevent breakage from snow weight, noting these berries are not usually damaged by cold winter weather.
Bush fruits seek winter protection in cold regions
North garden and farm crops such as currants gooseberries raspberries and blackberries need winter protection due to snow drying winds and cold weather that cause injury to bushes.
Get Right Variety of Seed for Higher Wheat Yields
Farmers who planted region adapted wheat varieties last fall saw yield gains. In six states, 135 growers tested varieties on 3348 acres and produced 18854 extra bushels. State agricultural colleges can provide adapted variety advice.
Dog on Farm Dangers When Neglected
A farm dog is valuable when well trained and cared for but neglect allows it to spread disease to people and livestock and to threaten sheep, gardens, and property through attack or destruction.
Patriotic boys stored nuts for winter meals
Squirrels aren’t the only animals that laid in a store of nuts last fall. Many patriotic boys did the same and will eat them instead of sweets this winter.
Soil health tips for sustainable farming practices
The passage warns that soils wear out over time without intelligent management. It advises avoiding continual cropping and improper tillage methods to preserve soil vitality and productivity.
Plans to Conserve Soil Moisture This Winter
The note urges conserving soil moisture by planning for winter storage, explaining that for every pound of dry matter produced, 300 to 800 pounds of water move through the plant. It emphasizes proactive moisture management in the season ahead.
Horse Feed Guide Highlights Oats Barley Bran and More
The guide ranks oats as the best grain for horses for its light palatability and balance. Corn should be limited to one third to one half of the grain ration for brood mares. Wheat should be ground and fed in small amounts, barley is bulky and often cooked for its medicinal qualities, bran is essential and helps prevent overfeeding, soybeans and cowpeas add protein when available, and timothy hay provides popular roughage.
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Timothy Bay
Horrors of a Kiss Interrupted at Home
A daughter recounts how a man kissed her cheek after a ruse to draw her attention. The tale sparks debate as the father presses for her reaction and the correct response to the insult. The daughter explains she confronted him and demanded restitution, but the moment ended when the father entered the room.
Chariots of Iron at Gaza Recalled in Historic Lens
The London Star cites echoes from Joshua and Judges as it recalls Gaza operations linked to General Allenby. It notes the shift from chariots of iron to tanks and suggests the Philistine threat may be finally cleared.
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Gaza
London Star
Ajalon
Allenby
Judah
Cuticura Heals Sore Hands Quick Relief
A vintage advertisement touts Cuticura products for sore hands. Soak hands in hot Cuticura Soap suds, dry and rub Cuticura Ointment, then remove surplus with tissue. Free mail sample with Book by sending a postcard to Cuticura Dept. L Boston. Sold everywhere.
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Dept. L
Boston
Tibet Alignment Sparks Ambiguity in Geography Note
The Kansas City Times comments on Tibet's readiness to join the allies while musing on whether the llama rules the country or the Lassa herds the sheep, reflecting humorous confusion in a geography aside.
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Tibet
Llama
Kansas City Times
Laxative Bromo Quinine Box Signature Noted
The product Laxative Bromo Quinine is described as safe for all users with tonic and laxative effects that do not cause nervousness or head ringing. The box bears a single Bromo Quinine label and the signature of B. W. QBOVH.
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B. W. Qbovh
Bed size question stumps Sunday school pupil
Litle Ethel returns puzzled from Sunday school asking if beds were large in Bible days. She cites her teacher saying Abraham slept with his four fathers, prompting her mother to admit uncertainty about bed size in biblical times.
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Ethel
Miamma
Abraham
Hall's Catarrhal Deafness Remedy Endorsed by Doctors
Catarrhal Deafness cannot be cured by local applications. only a constitutional remedy like Hall's Catarrhal Medicine, which works through the blood on mucous surfaces, can restore the inflamed Eustachian tube. Deafness may result if the tube remains blocked. a $100 reward is offered for any cure not achieved by Hall's Medicine. Circulars free from J Cheney Co Toledo Ohio.
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Hall
J. Cheney & Co
Toledo
Ohio
Re-Enforced Concrete Dry Dock at Moss Norway
The first reinforced concrete dry dock, built at Moss in Norway, celebrated as an experimental dock for ships up to 100 tons and 90 feet long. It is reported successful and cheaper than steel and quicker to build, with inquiries coming in for docks up to 8,000 tons.
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Moss
Norway
Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic Promises Malaria Cure
Old advertising copy touts Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic with Quinine and Iron. Highlights malaria treatment and system boost, priced at 60 cents. Ends with a sales push involving a solitaire diamond engraving offer to a young man.
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GROVE
The Most Telling Truths In Our Lives
A reflective meditation on how personal truths shape daily choices. It argues honesty guides character, relationships, and resilience. The piece links small acts of integrity to lasting consequences in ordinary life.
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Marshall
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Cuticura
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