Fort Wayne News on US war uniforms and wool supply
The Fort Wayne News cites the US Army needing 2.5 million uniforms, noting US factories are busy and may be unable to take new contracts. It questions if government orders can keep civilian mills operating as wool supplies dwindle, while Britain receives large contracts.
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Fort‘Wayne
England
United States Army
New York Journal of Commerce
War Industries Board
America
Great Britain
Megs Hall
James
Lipa
Faye
Santa
France
Moore
Figgy Ballard
Scott
Policy for Clothing Industry Shifts to British Market Domination
The text discusses a systematic policy to shift New England clothing production to Britain, aiming to transfer the entire industry. It warns that extending such a policy would leave the South unable to sell raw materials and would dominate the American market with British manufactures at half American wages, removing economic barriers with force.
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England
Pinder
South
Rehabilitation of Our Wounded Soldiers and Sailors
The United States government pledges comprehensive care for wounded service members. Medical and surgical treatment remains under military or naval authorities while hospitalized, with vocational training and rehabilitation managed by the federal board for vocational education. Free artificial limbs, ongoing medical care after discharge, and compensation during training are outlined, with Liberty bond holders contributing to this effort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Federal ‘Board For Vocational Education
Montana War Savings Stamps Push to Year-End Target
Montana must sell two and a half million dollars in war savings stamps by December 31 to meet a pledge of sixteen million one hundred eight thousand one hundred forty dollars maturity value. By October 31 cash value sales reached five million two hundred thirty nine thousand, leaving two million six hundred thirteen thousand to sell in November and December. With July sales of one million eight hundred thirty thousand, officials anticipate meeting the goal. County directors urge delinquent pledgers to contribute. a strong campaign continues through year end as the government needs the funds.
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Montana
Republicans Win Triggers End of War Says Historian
The text asserts that German leaders surrendered soon after a Republican victory in the U.S. Congress and that war aims or reforms would have shifted, but peace arrived quickly. It frames political predictions as foolish and notes tariffs as a potential reform not achieved due to peace.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Congress
James
Poindexter Champions Firm Stand Against Parleying with Barbarism
Senator Poindexter of Washington is praised for rapidly and bravely asserting the public resolve against further negotiations with barbarism. He voiced national sentiment, except for a few aspiring statesmen echoing White House views. Poindexter notes his own son serves and opposes an inglorious compromise.
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Poindexter
Washington
Senate
White House
Food administration raises living costs and bread limits
The food administration again advances the cost of living and imposes bread limits on restaurants. Patrons must order more potatoes, which are higher priced, while the public urges action to curb substitute prices and keep meals affordable for allies.
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The
Food Administration
Blois Chateau Impresses an American Soldier
Parke writes from October 13 1918 describing Blois France and the Chateau de Blois with its 14th century kings and extensive rooms. He notes meals church service and comforts while praising the AEF and his division amid war chatter and peace rumors.
Catarrhal Deafness Advised as Constitutional Cure
An advertisement claims local ear applications cannot cure catarrhal deafness and promotes a constitutional remedy. It explains deafness arises from inflammation of the Eustachian tube mucous lining and that only systemic treatment can restore hearing. The pitch offers a $100 reward for any cure not achieved, attributed to Cheney & Co of Toledo Ohio.
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Hall
D. Cheney & CO
Toledo
Red Cross Seeks Sewing Aid for Refugees
The D A R reports 50 property bags and other groups plan similar help. Dillon chapter has 100 dresses 50 pajama suits and 60 convalescent robes to make in four weeks and needs volunteers. Refugees must be clothed. sew at home or at Red Cross rooms.
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Dillon
Red Cross
Tribunes Book Store Ad Highlights Bookstore Ribbons
An old ad fragment shows ribbons and paper for adding machines at Tribune Book Store. The jasper tone suggests a small hardware and office supply emphasis in a local shop notice.
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Tribune Book Store
Influenza Claims Dillon Couple's Daughter in Missouri Born 1890
Mrs. Christiansen fell ill as they moved from Dillon to the ranch while Mr. Christiansen worked as a carpenter. Their daughter Sofas J Petersen born Missouri April 2, 1890, left her husband and three young sons. Funeral Thursday at Brundage chapel with Rev. H. G. Humphrey. Interment Mountain View cemetery.
Best resumes duties at Western Wholesale Grocery
O. M. Best returned to his desk at Western Wholesale Grocery Company at the start of the week, resuming his duties after a break.
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O. M. ‘Best
Western Wholesale Grocery Company
Dillon Testimony Recommends Doan's Kidney Pills
A Dillon resident endorses Doan's Kidney Pills citing relief from backache and kidney issues. The reader is urged to insist on Doan's and mentions Geo E Baker of Baker, retired farmer, 8 Railroad Ave, praising the remedy. Buffalo, N. Y. manufacturer.
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Doan
Dillon
U. S
Doan’s
Dean’s
Geo
Railroad Ave
Cutting Timber and Ties near Plains Railroad project
W B Russell’s sawmill four miles from Plains finished wood for Anaconda Copper Mining. The mill now hauls timber by teams and trucks to Plains for shipment. He won a 100000 railroad ties contract and bought timber on state land. Prices run 76 cents each or 20.26 per 1000 feet. After timbering, the mill heads to Swamp Creek with 3,000,000 feet standing ready.
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Plains
W.B. Russell
Department of the Anaconda, Copper Mining Company
Russell
Swamp Creek
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Tribune
Mo Tribune Publishing
Tribune Publishing Company
Dillon Postoffice
Kodak
Lieut, Scott
Ducaup Franks
Blois
Gen. J. J
Y. M.C
Love, Parke
Ariel
Aurave Oy
Eliel Brothers
CPAP
Iyo
Betty
United, States
Alfred Atkinson
Ery Bozeman
First National Bank
Popp Het
U.S
Federal Reserve Bank
Nisa Liberty Ioan Payments
Svsstenoretie “Potal
Mosisna
Beaverhead
B. F. White
E. J. Bowman
Faeanx Elie
Jos
T. Lemmarr
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