Colonel House Not a Mystery in Wilson’s Circle
The piece argues Colonel House is open about his work and influence with President Wilson. It notes his diplomatic experience, study of political problems, and integrity, framing him as a capable adviser rather than a secretive figure.
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Colonel House
Wilson
United States
Woodrow Wilson
Edward ME Hose
Kilward M
New York
Ming
Dryas
House
Catone House
Ieee
Mistry
Wendeow Wilken
Dave Oten
New Jersey
Wilcoe
Dore
South Orth
Beadle
Sherlock
Watson
First American Troops Fire First Shot On French Front
American troops in France fire the first shot of the war against a German gun position in a quiet sector. Red haired gunner strikes the first shell. French and American troops march through rain to the trench via a long night advance. Official headquarters notes a normal sector with American and French batteries supporting, and soldiers adapting well to trench life.
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France
Amerin
Wilson
Liberty
Projectles
Otee Liteetlon
Knowledge Is Power and the Value of Learning
A reflective note cites a Persian saying that ten pounds of common sense carry one pound of learning. It argues the need for diligent effort to acquire practical knowledge and to avoid losing the power of knowledge.
Prehistoric Vase Unearthed In Ravine Discovery
A team led by C F Holt finds a black did pottery vessel eight inches deep with a top opening the size of a plate and about three feet around. The site yielded bones and photographs showing depth. The vase will be reassembled in town after blasting damaged some pieces.
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C.F. Hholt
Tis City
Truth Better Than Flattery
A thoughtful reflection on how flattering as a mirror of our mood can be more dangerous than a foe. Even praise we do not deserve can draw attention to our weaknesses and mask our true faults with a comforting illusion.
Perfection Not Wanted New York Jelzo Tale
A quirky New York anecdote recounts a Jelzo who refused a moe a Alvone event due to his wife’s self proclaimed imperfection. The tale features a self referential line about a friend and a curious protest against striving for flawlessness.
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New York
Jelzo
Beat to Wind Watch in Morning Pattern
A murky note describes a watch kept in morning wind and argues timekeeping improves when wound in the morning rather than at night. It stresses that accuracy depends more on winding routine than price or care, suggesting morning winding yields better performance.
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Ithawner
Speaking on America and party lines in political discourse
In candid remarks Woll laments sparse reference to the American onloy in speeches and vows to defend the old order. He notes the donkey and the elephant facing strain and pledges to shield America from further mixups.
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Woll
the Statesman
Cardus credited for easing long term suffering in Virginia woman
Mrs J M Elam of Virginia writes of 14 years of pain and inability to work. She reports Cardus improved her back, nerves, appetite, and walking within weeks, enabling normal duties and daily tasks she could not perform before. She urges others with similar suffering to try Cardus.
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J. M. Elam
Hushar
Silent Parents Hear Of Son’s Trial In Silence
A London correspondent reports an aged couple kept ignorant of their son, an army officer, facing murder charges. Their remote home and poor health shield them as sisters censor incoming letters and suppress every reference to the case. Their son later faces the front and is acquitted in one account, while the parents remain in fear and uncertainty.
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Hir
London
Oamphanthy
Old Kilmer Swamp Root Cure Ad and War Plot Mention
An old newspaper ad touts Kilmer Swamp Root as a cure for kidney and urinary issues, claiming success and urging readers to start treatment or request a sample. The piece also mentions a wartime conspiracy subplot and a humorous aside about Miss Yowler and a parrot during vocal exercises.
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Kab
Dr. Kilmer & Co
Binghamton, N. Y
Iberty
Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic and Malaria Fight
The old standard GROVE'S TASTELESS CHILL TONIC is promoted as a remedy against malaria and a tonic for the system. The label highlights quinine as the active ingredient and claims it strengthens the body, while noting doctors recently raised fees.
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GROVE
Fragmentary Ad Copy on Cold Remedies and Coughs
The readable portion promotes laxatives and tablets for coughs colds la grippe and headaches. It includes garbled lines urging action before it is too late and references remedies and restless phrases without coherent context.
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