Unclear fragments outline Haitian army and police reform
Fragment describes creation of a national Haitian army the Gendarmerie d Hait with a goal to teach Haitians to rule themselves without American aid. It notes a 2500 strong force replacing marines in interior posts native officers training at Heole Militaire and modernization of police and fire departments. Prison reforms are mentioned.
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Que
Uncle Bam
D’ Hait
Haiti
West Point
Heole Militaire
Marines Land in Haiti and Shape Nation Under Monroe Doctrine
An essay reviews American intervention in Haiti starting 1915, detailing the Marine invasion, restoration of order against bandits, financial restructuring, and public works. It notes improvements in health, education, roads, and literacy, while cautioning that Haiti remains under long term American influence and the Monroe Doctrine faces ongoing challenges.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dickineon Sherman
Chicago
Hattl
Louis U
United States
General Russell
Republic
Sam
Haldl
Bam
Uncle Sam
Honduras
Haiti
Columbia
San Domingo
Hispaniola
Black Republic
Guillaume Vilbrun Sam
Legation
United States Marine Corps
Washington
John Archer
Hait
Lowe
Lota
Wisdom on judgment and counsel from Thomas a Kempls
The quote advises avoiding obstinate self opinion and blind belief in others. It urges sharing only what is prudent, seeking guidance from wiser, conscientious mentors, and preferring instruction from those better than oneself rather than clinging to invented notions.
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Thomas A Kempls
Turkeys Forced to Feed Refugees in Smyrna Quarter
Travelers through Smyrna report Turkish authorities struggle to move refugees into the countryside while the refugees refuse and demand feeding. The port area sees danger after dark, with authorities unable to protect fruit crops and revenue as bribery and toleration of foreigners shape daily business conditions.
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Smyrna
Malte
Smyra
Theas
Philadelphia
North American
Tanlac claims from a Memphis fireman veteran
Joseph H. Baker of 650 North Third Street Memphis recalls WWI service with the Thirtieth Division and Argonne actions. He credits Tanlac with restoring his health after gas exposure pneumonia and weight loss, saying it helped him regain strength and weight plus overall well being. He urges others to learn about Tanlac from him.
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Tanlac
Joseph H. Baker
North Third St
Memphis
Tenn
Baker
St. Mihiel
Valley of Wovres
Argonne
Memphis Fire Department
Tantac
Origin of Safety Pin Through the Ages
The first safety pins were bronze slender pins from Italy. A bend with a disk twist mechanism later improved the pin to stay secure. Bow pins appeared in graves dating back to the tenth century BC, with many evolutions in material and form, yet the simple early type remains in use today.
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Italy
Imagination Dialogue Fragments from Destou Tran
Readable fragments show a short exchange about belief and doubt. Destou Tran presents a casual, imperfect dialogue snippet with phrases on swelling burning and elderly doubt versus general belief. The text lacks clear event or setting details.
Gave Her Ideas Acknowledges Fellow Author Help
English novelist Mise Stretta Kaye-Smith credits two stories to a fellow author who supplied the core idea. She explains that her germ often combines an abstract notion with a place. Examples include Sussex Gorse from Sussex and Joanna Godden from Romney Marsh. She adds that W L George provided the initial concepts.
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Mise Stretta Kaye-Smith
Romney
Cuticura Ad Promises Clear Skin With Three Steps
An advertisement touts Cuticura Ointment for pimples redness and roughness followed by Cuticura Soap and hot water bath. It recommends patting dry and dusting Cuticura Talcum for a “fascinating fragrance” priced at 25 cents each.
Store Owner Reminds Clerk to Sell What Is On Hand
A store owner questions a clerk after a woman leaves without buying. The clerk explains the store lacked her desired item. The owner stresses selling what is available, not chasing customer wants.
Courtroom Clash Over Personal Counsel Etiquette
A terse exchange shows opposing counsel clashing over decorum as judge presides. The dispute highlights courtroom micromanagement and personal conduct during legal arguments. No further details are provided about case names or outcomes.
Freezone Corn Cure Promises Instant Pain Relief
An advertisement touts Freezone as a painless corn treatment. A tiny bottle costs a few cents and claims to remove hard and soft corns, and toe corn or foot calluses, without soreness or irritation.
Bill the Burg Denies Guilty Verdict Seeks Poor Lawyer
In Washington Star remarks attributed to Bill the Burg mock the strength of the evidence. He contends a judge disliked him for his alleged bum lawyer and blames bad company for the conviction. The exchange underscores disputed culpability and trial conduct.
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Bill
Washington. Star
Dye or Tint Worn Garment or Drapery
A service offers dyeing or tinting to revive worn or shabby garments and draperies, extending their life with color restoration and fabric refreshment. Clients may bring items to be dyed or tinted for renewed appearance.
Diamond Dyes Ad Promises Easy Dye for Any Item
An advertisement touts Diamond Dyes as simple to use for any faded item. Each 16 cent package includes directions enabling even first time users to dye or tint fabrics by choosing a color at the drug store.
Pro pugilist meeting prompts cautious reply
The exchange quotes Miss Cayenne asking to meet a professional pugilist and a Washington Star remark suggesting the fighters are mere pieces in a larger, elaborate transaction. The dialogue hints at intrigue surrounding the sport and its figures.
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Miss Cayenne
Washington
Star
Stay at Home From Work Costs Women Health and Wage
A newspaper feature presents testimonials from Mrs McDole and others in Los Angeles and Jersey City praising Lydia Pinkham's Vegetable Compound for gynecological health. Women report relief from cramps fainting spells irregularities and fatigue after using the remedy, urging others to try it despite ongoing work limitations.
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Lydia E. Pinkham
Mra. Throssa Modole
Bath Ave
Ludington, Mich
Los Angeles
California
Lydia J. Pinkham
Jersey City
N. J
Lydia
Louise Schoenfelder
Woodlawn Ave
Deal
Black Hole of Calcutta gated prison tale gains grim focus
The Black Hole of Calcutta describes a small room used to confine 156 English prisoners by the Nawab Eiraj ud Dawla on June 20, 1750. The 18 by 14 foot space with two tiny windows caused extreme suffering, leaving only 22 survivors by morning.
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Calcutta
Nuwabeiraj-ud-Dawla
Orator's Labor Speech Sparks Crowd Joke
A crowd response during a labor themed speech features a heckler urging to blame the poor. Reynolds' News notes the exchange as aQuip reflecting tensions between workers and wealth, with the speaker urging thoughtful persuasion over blunt challenges to beliefs.
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Reynolds
Statesman Debate Spoiled by Gentle Friend Quip
A diner style exchange is recalled from a Washington Star item where a gentle friend compliments Asceticiam and a Senator Sorghum replies that a statesman should not be defined by current affairs, implying a paradox about public role and propriety.
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Sorghum
Statesman
Washington Star
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