State Guard Is Eliminated In The New Army Plan
Washington reports that the National Guard is being phased out as the regular army reorganizes on French lines after Pershing's urgent recommendations. Many veteran units are merged to form larger regiments, risking loss of unit identity and prompting protest from Missouri and other states.
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Slafety First Motto Leads to New Haven Laundry Owner Arrest
Woo Yick, a New Haven laundry proprietor, was arrested for carrying a concealed revolver. Vice squad officers found the weapon on him and $1,000 in his pockets, including $500 in gold. He cited Cleveland as a reason for carrying.
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Corset Saves Her Life in Hancock Shooting
Mrs. Frederick Landroche of Hancock likely survived when her husband, charged with non support, spoke to her in court and drew a revolver. He fired twice. one shot missed and the other was deflected by a corset stay, sparing her.
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Houghton, Mich
Frederick Landroche
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St Vitus Dance Not Bar To Army Service
New York report says St Vitus dance and sleepwalking do not disqualify a man from the draft. A candidate with both conditions was deemed fit after the examining board reviewed the case despite initial concerns.
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St. Vitus
Wilson Appeals to Labor for War Support
President Wilson spoke to 6,000 at the American Federation of Labor convention, urging a united front and labor freedom during wartime. He criticized pacifists, warned Germany’s aim for global domination, and stressed national power, cooperation between labor and capital, and democratic self governance. He praised Samuel Gompers and urged Americans to act together to win peace through strength.
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Thoughtful Murphy Survives Atlantic Crossing Despite Pain
An exhausted passenger recalls a perilous first Atlantic voyage where pain nearly overwhelmed him. A doctor consoles, insisting he will not die, remarking the hope kept him alive as he endures a harsh journey amid risky conditions.
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Palth
Eggs to New Zealand From California Reach 100000 Dozen
American Consul General Winslow reports 100,000 dozen strictly fresh eggs shipped from San Francisco to Wellington were sold at 64 cents a dozen. The timing aligns with late winter and early spring in the northern hemisphere, while southern markets face high prices due to hens moulting in May and June.
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New Zealand
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Auckland
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Wellington
San Francisco
Stenographer Let Go for Being Too Efficient
An odd exchange reveals a boss firing a pen stenographer who was unusually competent. The speaker defends the decision, noting the staffer’s efficiency and his own surprising reaction.
Envy and travel meals referenced in light dialogue
A quirky exchange contrasts envy between a traveling man and a stay-at-home partner over meals and luxury. An aside promotes Red Cross Bag Blue laundry detergent and a calendar remark hints at fading days.
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