Man Claims Tanlac Made Baker Gain 25 Pounds
Stephen Schnering of Brown Palace Hotel Denver says Tanlac restored his health after four years of nervous dyspepsia, insomnia, and weakness. He now enjoys a large appetite, renewed energy, and better work performance, and his family has started taking Tanlac too. A local ad-like closer notes a Tanlac dealer in town.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stephen Schneringer
Brown Palace Hotel
Denver
Colo
Eighteenth Avenue
Taniac
Tanlac
Ady
Lawrence Bros. Parlay Westward Prosperity Into Farms
Lawrence Bros of Vera Saskatchewan detail their migration from the United States to Battleford district in 1906. They sold a shotgun for ten dollars to file homesteads and now own 1.5 sections with rentals of three quarters. Wheat yields reach 80-85 bushels per acre, oats 40-80, 1,700 sheep, 70 cattle, 60 horses including some registered Clydes. The piece highlights western Canadian farmer success and rising auto licenses in 1917, reflecting broader prosperity and demand for farm equipment and housing.
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Lawrence Bros
Vera
Saskatchewan
Canada
States
Calgary
Battle River
Red Deer River
Eagle Ills
Battleford
Frank Lawrence
Alberta
Jane
Canadian Bank of Commerce
America’s War Medal Designed by Spicer-Simson
Theodore Spicer-Simson, the noted medalist, worked on the world war entry medal. Copies in gold were given by Miss Anne Morgan to President Poincare, Premier Viviani, and Marshal Joffre, as well as to Sarah Bernhardt. Replicas in government bronze are sold by the American Fund for French Wounded.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Theodore Spicer-Simson
United States
Anne Morgan
Poincare
France
Viviani
Marshal Joffre
Sarah Bernhardt
American Fund For
Plan Suit for Both Sexes in England Uniform Opinion
London reports English tailors propose a civilian uniform with a tunic breeches puttees and cap to simplify production. Both sexes shown alarm by the idea and accused of hiding bow legs knock knees and absent calves while some men resist and others welcome the challenge to their wardrobes.
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London
Publicity big safeguard against mistakes in war medical care
Washington dispatch highlights Dr. Franklin H. Martin praising publicity and standardization to prevent ills seen in the Spanish American War. He credits the council of national defense medical board with coordinating top experts from Mayo, Flexner, Vaughan, Welch and others to safeguard army and navy health through better organization and preventive measures.
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Washington
United States
Franklin H. Martin
Council of National Defense
Martin
Doctor Martin
General Medical Board
Army
Navy
Simon Flexner
Rockefeller Institute
William J
Charles H. Mayo
Victor C. Vaughan
University of Michigan
John M. T. Finney
William H. Welch
Johns Hopkins
Frederick A. Besley
Northwestern
George W. Crile
Western Reserve
Charles BE. Kuhlke
Bahremaum College
Horrors of Austrian camps told by Romanian prisoner
A Roumanian soldier, Toma Haralam, reported as a POW, escapes to Italian lines after brutal treatment by Austrians. He describes starvation, chained punishment for seed eating, and separation of Italian prisoners. He and a comrade fled through ruined villages toward the Italian front, where they were aided by Italian soldiers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rome
Toma Haralam
Tt Wood
Hassol
Lcytha
Russiaos
Komen
Medical service mobilization and supply efforts described
A historical committee outlines the United States medical service strategy for mobilization. It emphasizes advisory coordination across the army, navy, public health service, Red Cross, and civilian workers, plus personnel and supply planning to meet frontline and rear-area needs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Army and Navy
Public Health Service
Red Cross
Simpson
General Munitions Board
Army
Navy
Germany
From War Shirker to Hero in Bath Soldier’s Shifting Fate
London reports Henry Bellamore once denounced war and opposed conscription, calling it the devil's invention. After effigy burning and a change of heart he volunteered for the Duke of Cornwall's Light Infantry, becoming a popular soldier before he was killed in action.
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London
Shirker
England
Henry Bellamore
Bellamore
Bath
Duke of Cornwall's Light Infantry
What to Write to Sailors At Great Lakes
A Chicago newspaper summary notes Great Lakes Recruit magazine guidance urging letters to sailors be cheerful. The August issue condemns gloomy phrases about family illnesses and injuries as dulling morale and asks writers to avoid such "dumdums" in letters to servicemen.
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Chicago
George
Great Lakes
Til
Johnny
Deans Considered Luxuries by London Bishop
London bishop Arthur Ingram argues that deans of English cathedrals are luxuries. He says 350000 dollars yearly spent on deans is wasted and that bishops should lead sees without dean control. He advocates allocating funds to new dioceses and bishops.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
London
Church of England
Arthur B. W. Ingram
Land Him Engagement Quarrel Sparks Urgent Marriage Demand
A brief item notes a man engaged three times before proposing, his future wife demanding immediate marriage to avoid a repeat engagement. The exchange shows cautious optimism and insistence on a firm commitment. Also referenced are ads and quips about Red Crean Bag Blue products and a Detroit Free Press cartoon caption about a philosopher.
Children and Truthfulness by Edwin Poleler
A Mothers' Magazine piece explains that a child's imagination is stronger than intellect and that lies stem from mental error, not will. Education should nurture imagination toward rational understanding, not suppress it, since imagination drives mental growth.
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Edwin
Poleler
The
Mothers’ Magazine
What Is Your Old Enemy's Position in This Crisis
In a Washington Star quote Senator Sorghum notes uncertainty about the exact position of his old enemy in the crisis. He adds that any position tied to the issue likely pays well, or he would not accept it.
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Fletcher
Mr. Fletcher
Senator Sorghum
Washington Star
Cuticura Dandruff Treatment Ad Headline
Anoint spots of dandruff itching and irritation with Cuticura Ointment. Follow with a hot Cuticura Soap shampoo. When dandruff goes the hair comes. Use Cuticura Soap daily for the toilet. Free sample by mail with Book. Address postcard Cuticura Dept L Boston Sold everywhere.
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Cuticura
Dept. L
Boston
Subtle Patriotism in Civilian Attire Satire
Dialogue highlights a witty exchange about fashion during military times. A character notes another’s coat looks funny while acknowledging tailors shift toward making civilian clothes mockingly similar to soldier attire. The remark underscores cultural humor and wartime identity.
TRY A MEDICINE THAT PROVES ITS VALUE
An advertising letter praises Dr Kilmer swamping Root with claims of satisfied customers and consistent results. It asks readers to send ten cents for a sample bottle and a booklet on kidneys and bladder, noting large and medium bottles are available in drug stores.
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Dr. Kilmer
Dr. Kilmer & Co
Binghamton, N. Y
The Family Pride on a Farmer's Quiet Duty
A farmer reflects on his son Josh joining the army and his own aim to act in a way that Josh cannot openly reveal, showing his hidden wisdom and pride in a modest, practical life. The dialogue contrasts public pride with private duty on the farm.
Why Bottle Was Empty Delights of Harold Story
Harold errands for a siphon of vichy. He is late home and scolded. He explains he met a cat and the siphon seemed to say p s t and the cat p s s t, a playful misunderstanding.
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Harold
Mami
Sarah
Expressive vows and playful guidance in romance
A speaker declares words fail to express love and the beloved responds with a whimsical tip to use scent and color. The exchange blends tenderness with charm as the couple pursues a poetic gesture.
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Ferdy
Women absorb lectures on canned fruits with relish
A witty line contrasts women eagerly tasting lectures on canned fruits with a man’s doubt that he truly knows what he does not know. The remark frames curiosity and humility, hinting at broader themes of learning and perception.
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Holt
Henry
Adv
Detroit Free Press
Albany Journal
Aia
W. W. Bennett
Bee Bldg
Omaha
Dandruff
Gile “Company
Djulian Pgah
Kilmer& Co
Binghamton, N.Y
Josh
Farmer Corntoweel
Vin
Wan
Marine
R. Schiffmann Co
St. Paul, Mina
Wilson
Vv. N. U
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