Dry leaders mobilize for Iowa prohibition campaign
In Iowa with October 15 election looming, Calderman of Washington arrives September 15 to join the drive. Allies organize across counties under the Allied Temperance Committee to maximize turnout, aiming for about 250000 dry votes and strong statewide effort before the fall poll.
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Yes Moines
Iowa
Calderman
Washington
Calderwood
Allied Temperance Committee
Aliweé Temperance Committee
Towa
Lewet
Senate 10 Drops Tax Proposals Amid War Revenue Debate
Washington reports the finance committee seeks to alter the war revenue bill removing consumption taxes and postal rate hikes. Estimated revenue drops from 6 000 000 to about 2 500 000 dollars yearly as other taxes are favored, with experts arguing the yield may be insufficient for the 5 000 000 000 budget.
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Washington
Noeninentia
Senate
Cabinet changes seen in Reichstag view
Amsterdam dispatch reports Neuesse Nachrichten Leipzig that cabinet reshuffles are expected soon with new ministers chosen for Reichstag acceptability. Gompers elected president of the American Alliance for Labor and Democracy.
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Amsterdam
Neuesse Nachrichten
Leipsie
Reichstag
Gompers
Minneapolis
Samuel Gompers
American ‘Federation of Labor
American Allance For Labor and Democracy
U S Takes Control Of Seven Oceangoing Tugs
The Shipping Board announced plans to take over seven oceangoing tugs along the North Atlantic coast to improve efficiency. A central New York office will handle operations after a public hearing in Benton on September 18.
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Ciency
New York
Washington
United States
North Atlaplic
Benton
Fannie Ward Plays At The Orpheum Tomorrow
Fannie Ward, star of the screen, appears at the Orpheum tomorrow in the Paramount feature Her Strange Wedding from George Middleton. A wealthy society girl loves a doctor, while her lover’s brother, after thefts, complicates their romance. Ward showcases stunning gowns including a wedding dress.
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Fannie Ward
Orpheum
Paramount
George Middleton
Miss Ward
Russian Dukes Plan Another Monarchy
Petrograd reports a conspiracy aimed at restoring autocracy led by Grand Duke Michael Alexandrovitch with arrests of Mile Ni trove of Tobolsk and Mme. Littbov Hitrove of Yelaburg. At Grand Duke Paul’s arrest a court mistress Mme EBANarychaine was found. other officers were detained and unnamed. One grand duke is believed to be the conspirators’ throne candidate.
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Alexandra Feodorovina
Mme. Nafychaine
Petrograd
Birzheviya
France Misreads American Troop Nickname Sammies
In Paris a Sept. article explains the term Sammies as used for American troops. Reporters note locals cried Vivent los amis as the first contingent arrived, with readers mishearing les amis as a possible new nickname for soldiers.
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Paris
France
Les Amis
Miners Buy Autos With Excess Wages
Greensburg Pa Sept 3 Auto dealers find selling cars to coal miners more profitable than to operators as miners earn 200 to 300 dollars monthly. Many buy new or used autos, changing town sales dynamics. Westmoreland County mining prosperity boosts consumer demand.
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Greensburg
Westmoreland County
Russ to Return to Former Time
The government in Petrograd orders a return to normal time from summer time on October 14 new style calendar. Next year time will be advanced one hour from March 1 to October 14.
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Petrograd
For Sale Classified Listings Roundup
Jersey cattle washing machines tables furniture and household items listed for sale by individuals and local businesses. Includes horses lumber yard seven room houses Remington typewriters and used machines with contact numbers and locations in Fairfield Journal area.
FOR RENT Advertisements mixed housing offers
Multiple rental notices list seven room houses one on East Lowe Street and another on South Second Street. Also rooms furnished or unfurnished at various addresses including 301 West Burlington street 204 East Madison street and 113 Journal office. Local contact names and phone numbers provided for each listing.
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Washington St
Brent
Louis White
Weat
Burlington Street
John H. Frush
East Lowe Street
South Second St
East Madison Street
Square
South Fourth Street
East Burlington Street
Frank Berard
Journal
Boys Band Concert Program at Park Tomorrow Evening
The Unkrich Boys' band directed by George W. Unkrish performs tomorrow at eight in the Park. The program includes America March Scoutmaster The Golden Sceptre Regimental Pride Sacred Potpourri Joy to the World Banner of Democracy Ideal How's Every Little Thing and Star Spangled Banner.
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Unkrich
George W
Unkrish
America
Jewell Overturs
Keevig
Sehlepegrell
Barnhouse
Banner of Democracy
Daniels March
New American Aero Engine Tested for Supremacy
Washington reports an all American aviation motor completed a full test series including a fifty hour run and achieved a speed of about 140 mph. The eight cylinder engine promises rapid air power for American battle planes able to outrun German scouts.
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Washington
Carping
United Staes
Get Results Those People Column Ads Sure Do It
A compact column item touts the effectiveness of reader ad columns in delivering results. It highlights quick responses and practical value for small businesses and individuals seeking attention in local markets.
Ely's Cream Balm Relief for Cold and Catarrh
An antiseptic nasal balm promises quick relief from blocked air passages during colds or catarrh. A small amount applied inside the nostrils soothes swollen mucous membranes and clears nasal passages for easier breathing.
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Ely
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