Patriotism Through Education Spreads National Security League Drive
The National Security League expands a campaign of militant patriotism into public schools nationwide. It distributes 28 tons of literature to about 200,000 teachers, reaching over 2.5 million pupils, and plans state by state promotion through Teachers Institutes and education departments. Charles McElroy of Princeton heads the Educational Director role with Mrs. Thomas J. Preston Jr as secretary.
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National Security League
Robert M. McElroy
Department of History and Politics
Princeton University
Thomas J. Preston, Jr
Grover Cleveland
The
Security League
League
C. A. Richmond
Tolon College
Albert Shiels
Schools of
Los Angeles
Libby
University of Colorado
Liberty Blyde Bailey
A Walled City of Women in French Munition Town
A sunny village inside a high wall in France shelters hundreds of women workers in a large munitions complex. The Blue Triangle YWCA recreates a respite with foyers, writing rooms, and English lessons as women labor to support the war effort.
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France
Germany
Valenciennes
Joyer
Young Women's Christian Association
Or Department
England
Foglish Y. W
Alles’ Women's Congress
Porte
Debeny's Army Breaks German Defenses on Serre-Oise Front
American long range guns pound Longuyon and Vale de Rocade as Debney's army wins a signal victory. German lines from Chateau Porcien to Argonne retreat while the Serre-Oise front may be turned. British forces advance east of the Piave and take over 6,600 prisoners as Monte Asolone is recaptured.
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Seaton
Serre-Oise
Verdun
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Vale de Rocade
Longuyon
Longayon
Meuse
Metz
Luxemburg
Germany
Belgium
France
Debney
Chateau Porcien
Argonne
Debeney
Guise
Aisne
Rethel
Argonne Forest
Piave
Montello
Vienna
Monte Asolone
Brenta
Aleppo Falls to British Forces in World War I Advance
British cavalry and armored cars occupy Aleppo in an official statement. General Allenby’s campaign has already captured Jerusalem and Damascus as he moves north through Palestine and Syria. Aleppo lies 186 miles north of Damascus and 70 miles east of the Mediterranean.
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London
Aleppo
Allenby
Jerusalem
Damascus
Palestine
Syria
Mediterranean Sea
Kaiser Refuses Abdication Amid Market Turmoil
The article reports Kaiser Wilhelm II resisting abdication while stoking royalist rhetoric. He hints at relying on hereditary right and hints at potential role as president of a German republic if needed. The piece notes European tension with England and Belgium looming in the background.
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England
Belgium
No coal famine this winter says fuel chief Garfield
Washington reports no coal shortage for the coming winter as Fuel Administrator H A Garfield assures ample, well distributed supplies. He urges continued public cooperation with conservation efforts and notes current coal stocks are higher than ever before.
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Garfield
Washington
H. A. Garfield
Fuel Administration
Rioting In Germany Reported From London Dispatch
A London dispatch via Montreal reports daily riots across Germany with clashes with police and fatalities. It notes shortages of raw materials, especially explosives, hindering ammunition production and that Krupp workers are being dismissed as the situation grows more revolutionary.
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Montreal
Germany
Conftaeta
Lfe
Kruppa
Brehance
Zurich
Switzerland
New Born Demogracy Convention Proclaims Freedom in Independence Hall
At Independence Mall Philadelphia on October 29 a historic gathering of 65 million people from Central Europe proclaimed a new born democracy. The Mid European Union cast a liberty bell and unfurled a new national flag as Masaryk read the declaration from Independence Hall steps, signaling the union of eighteen Slav states against autocracy and imperialism.
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Philadelphia
Europe
Independence Hall
America
Mit
Freedom
Federation
Lieutenant Luke Missing After Oct 20 Bomber Mission
Coreneginn reports Lieut Frank Lake of Phoenix Arizona among bold American aviators missing after a bombing raid off Verdun on October 20. Luke is uncredited but believed to have achieved aerial feats including balloon destruction and may seek official recognition.
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Concae Caren
Verdun
Frank Lake
Phoeniz
Ariz
Seter
Luke
German Troops Told of Brutal Prisoner Consequences
German officers claim German prisoners are warned of head severing by American troops to deter surrender. In North Carolina, Cyril Howard Graham, 42, UNC president and noted writer, dies of pneumonia in Chapel Hill after serving as a key academic leader.
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United States
North Carolina
Chanel Hill
N. C
Cyr
Haward Graham
University of North Carolina
Wheat Sweepstakes Prize Awarded at International Exposition
Seeger Wheeler of Rosthern Sask Canada won a world sweepstakes prize for wheat at the International Soil Products exposition in Kansas City. Awards used ribbon and trophy basist. Manitoba province took first for artistic display, Florida won best sorghum display, with most other prizes going to Kansas and Missouri exhibitors.
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Seeger Wheeler
Rosthern
Sask
Can
Manitoba
Florida
Kansas
Missouri
Demography's Problem Is in Its Schools
Dr. Claude H. Van Tyne of the University of Michigan argues education should teach democratic principles and American ideals to youth. He critiques schooling for not imparting the Christian spirit of brotherhood and unity, urging patriotism through education and a fuller teaching of liberty and civic duty.
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Claude H. van Tyne
The
University of Michigan
Poland
Aleace-Lorraine
Fitte&t
Belgium
Germany
Earliest English Guide Book Unearthed
A fragment notes the first English guide book, Instructions or Fortunate Travel, printed in 1012 by James, a renowned traveler of that era, marking early travel literature.
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James Re
Meinhover Seeks Re election Sheriff of Emmons County
T B Meinhover announces his candidacy for re election as Sheriff of Emmons County on the Democratic ballot and asks voters to support him at the General Election on November 6 1918.
Emmons County Clerk of Court Candidate Request
A Republican candidate for Clerk of the District Court in Emmons County respectfully asks voters for their support in the election. The notice invites Republican party backing and voter consideration for the upcoming race.
Meier Declares Candidacy for Clerk of District Court
Frank J. Meier announces his candidacy for the Office of Clerk of the District Court on the Democratic ticket for the November 65th 1918 election. He signs the notice as FRANK J. MEIER.
Sheriff Candidate Seeks Emmons County Vote in 1918 Election
A. Mikalson submits a brief notice on the Republican ballot for sheriff of Emmons County. He respectfully solicits voter support at the General Election to be held November 5 1918.
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Emmons County
District ‘Court
Frank J. Meier
A. Mikalson
Timekeeping inquiry on clock faces and hour formats
A fragment discusses a French clock model with numbered dials for both 12 and 24 hour formats. The design allows either format to be displayed through openings, focusing on dual readability and display versatility.
Dent's Kidney Pills Relieve Mrs Alsbury's Back Pain
Mrs James Alsbury of 911 Sweet Ave Bismarck ND says kidney pain and backache plagued her for years. After using Dent's Kidney Pills she reports strong relief and full recovery, noting four boxes cured her kidney complaint. Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY markets the pills at 60 cents.
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Alsbury
Sweet Vt
Bismarck
Tyven
Foster-Milburn Co
Mfprs
Buffalo
Poultry Shipped to Northern Produce Company Bismarck ND
Farmers urged to dispose of live and dressed poultry now to secure best market prices. Shippers are advised to contact the Northern Produce Company in Bismarck North Dakota for price lists and all poultry types.
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Northern Produce ‘Company
Bismarck N. Dak
Northern Produce Company
Bismarck, No Dak
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