East Coast patriots rallying to spur Western enlistment in 1917
In spring 1917 groups from New York and Boston worried about national apathy and sent an orator named Rudiger to rouse the middle West. He spoke before commercial clubs and large gatherings, yet the Midwest and West were already meeting their enlistment quotas while his own state lagged.
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America Wakes to United Warfront Under Great Leaders
In a call to unity amid war, readers reflect on America marching under shining figures of Washington, Lincoln, Grant, and other founders. The piece rejects YOU style scolding, celebrates WE US OUR patriotism, and notes 100 million Americans joining in a wartime parade and national resolve against German militarism.
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Interesting English Dynamo Attracts Attention.
A gasoline engine driven dynamo that is fully automatic is drawing notice in England. Frequent and moderate rain is cited as the most effective sanitary agent. War casualties are cited as sixty men per thousand killed and about 150 per thousand wounded.
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England
Alcohol as Power Source Opens New Engineering Field
Alexander Graham Bell stated that the world will increasingly depend on alcohol as a power source. He predicted a growing field for engineers to modify machinery to utilize alcohol, expanding its role in future propulsion and energy systems.
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Cuticura Soothes Sore Hands Advertising Copy
Soak hands in hot Cuticura Soap suds, dry and rub on Cuticura Ointment. Remove surplus ointment with tissue. For free samples write Cuticura Dept. X Boston. Sold at druggists and by mail. Soap 25 cents Ointment 25 and 50 cents.
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A Tightwad Expresses Motive and Ambition
A user recalls a motto of never giving up and notes Red Cross visits as a turning point. The speaker also reveals a goal to cultivate fine black soil in their garden, reflecting practical aspirations and community influence.
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Iceland to Plant More Potatoes and Expand Potato Flour
Iceland plans a fresh push to plant more potatoes and install milling machinery to reduce reliance on imports for farinaceous foods. Short shipping shortages have curbed wheat supplies, prompting government propaganda for widespread potato cultivation. Sweden opens its first paper textile factory, highlighting a shift toward domestic production.
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Gold Medal Haarlem Oil Ad Warns Backache Relief
An advertisement extols Gold Medal Haarlem Oil Capsules for backache kidney and bladder relief. It claims quick cleansing of kidneys, blood purification, and potential cures, urging purchase from druggists with a money back guarantee if unsatisfied.
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