The Future of the Hun and Afterwar World Policy
A broad wartime reflection on Germany after the war. The piece argues nations must curb German power via trade confidence and strict guards, preventing colonizing plans and ensuring lasting surveillance of German influence to avoid a repeat of Hun aggression. It calls for a coordinated plan by nations to limit Teutonic activity and guide Germany toward reform over generations.
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Germany
Hunland
Kaiser Wilhelm
Making Our Flag Beloved and the Armenian Relief Plea
The piece urges American charity to fund Armenian and Syrian relief, arguing the United States must use its wealth to alleviate hunger and suffering in Turkey and allied lands. It calls for a $30,000,000 fund, portraying relief as a mark of national generosity and a beacon of peace.
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France
England
Belgium
Poland
United States
Germany
America
The Poets to France by Theodosia Garrison
The poem conveys a tribute to France as a nation forging resilience amid suffering. The speaker appeals for reverent homage, acknowledging the difficulty of praising France’s endurance while expressing hope that future verse will finally honor its splendor and courage.
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Theodosia
Vigilantes
France
Cat's Paws Teutonic Diplomacy Poem Parable
A verse by Edith M. Thomas features a parable about cat's paws and higher beings. The speaker warns that those who stir conflict may end up in danger themselves. The poem mocks rulers who ignore consequences and implies indifference to a world in flames.
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Edith M. Thomas
Vigilantes
Big Joe Moran Tamed On West City Train Return
Chicago reports deputy sheriff H Haynes captured Big Joe Moran in New Mexico after a desert pursuit. Moran, once a safe blower and escapee from Cook County, behaved in custody and was returned to Chicago with a calm demeanor amid West contrasts.
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Chicago
Big Joe’ Morin
Cook County
Tollet
Fmal
Big Joe’ Moran
Alamogordo
N. M
Moran
H. Haynes
New Mexico
Haynes
Big Joe" Moran
Wallace
May
Chicago Saloon Robbery By Two Girls
Two young girls forced patrons to surrender and robbed a Chicago saloon, taking about $150 from a cash register, then drank whisky, rang up no sale, and escaped in an automobile with a guard at the door assisting the rogue. Local police seek suspects and details.
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Chicago
Patrick Farley
Bamender
May
A Bad Excuse Ending in Royal Kiss
A London Chronicle anecdote tells of a king demanding a quick truth illustration from his jester. The jester embraced the king in apology, claiming he mistook the monarch for the queen, provoking the king's fury at the blunder.
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London Chronicle
Castoria warning and assorted ads in old paper
The notice urges mothers to check Castoria bottles for the signature of In Use for Over years and references Fletcher's Castoria. Additional content advertises Cuticura products with free samples and prices. A brief cartoonish quote from Uncle Eben appears in a segment about a man honored for following music toward a battlefield, reflecting period humor.
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Fletcher
Eben
Hall's Catarrh Medicine Ad Claim
An old advertisement offers $100 for an incurable catarrh case and promotes Hall's Catarrh Medicine as a blood acting remedy taken internally. It claims forty years of sale, lists F. J. Cheney & Co. Toledo Ohio and urges testimonials.
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Hall
Drugegista
F. J. Cheney & Co
Toledo
Ohio
Chicago Diamond Hubs Lead World Trade Center
Chicago emerges as a leading diamond center with extensive cut and uncut stock. New York agencies focus on wartime supply while the United States buys nearly all South African output. Chicago houses major diamond cutting factories and claims the West’s diamond headquarters.
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Chicago
New York
United States
West
Reliable Swamp-Root kidney medicine ad claims public trust
For years druggists note Dr Kilmer s Swamp Root as a strengthening remedy for kidneys liver and bladder. It purportedly helps these organs perform nature s work. Sold by druggists, the ad urges starting treatment and offers a sample bottle for ten cents by writing Dr Kilmer Co in Binghamton NY and mentioning the paper.
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Kilmer
Dr. Kilmer & Co
Binghamton, N. Y
Lending a Hand to Soldier Boys
An orator at a women's meeting asks for help for soldiers overseas. A witty respondent quips that she already gave her hand before he went over, reflecting wartime humor and home front sentiment.
Greatest Stocker Market in Kansas City Declared
Kansas City claims the title as the world’s greatest feeder and stocker market. A note on local life adds that girls consider it unlucky to miss the chance of obtaining an opal, reflecting regional beliefs and curiosities of the era.
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Kansas City
Haarlem Oil Capsules Advert for Kidney and backache relief
An advertisement claims GOLD MEDAL Haarlem Oil Capsules cure back pain fatigue and kidney issues by targeting the kidneys and bacteria. It promises rapid improvement within 24 hours and suggests continuing use daily to prevent future attacks with a money back guarantee if ineffective.
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Haarlem
Ady
My. Hill
War ends and peace hoped for in weary dawn
Morning of the eleventh brings bells and whistles as Betty asks if peace has come. A relieved exclamation notes spending relief on own money. Separate scene has a preacher bewildered by a child's assault and a neighbor’s quip about the attacker. New York reports 53,333 September registered enemy aliens.
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Betty
Tean
Chicago Tribune
New York
All He Wanted to Say
Johnny, his mother cutting pictures on a rainy day, hides disappointment when a visitor arrives. He asks if she is leaving soon, she says yes, and he responds with a cheerful line about regretting she has to go. The brief exchanges capture a shy, kind moment between child and guest.
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Johnny
Its Complexion Its Fortunes and a Skin Pume
An unsigned quip from Barth mocks a woman’s complexion and a handbag pun, noting a fashion or beauty trend with a tongue in cheek line about her skin trying a cosmetic item. The brief reflects social tone and wit.
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Barth
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