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Newspaper
Ferdinand News
Location
Ferdinand, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 18, 1918
Page
2
The notice lists district and county offices with rates for candidate announcements. It notes that fees must accompany orders and includes figures like 915.05 and 12.0 along with other minor costs. The text appears fragmented and references judicial offices and district offices.
For Treasurer. We are authorized to announce the name of ANTON VOLLMER as a candidate for Treasurer of Du Page county, subject to the result of the democratic primary election.
Canada reports widespread circulation of unfounded Made in Germany rumors aimed at undermining food conservation efforts. The Canadian food controller warns such stories threaten public trust and hinder food control, urging individuals to refrain from sharing baseless allegations.
The United States Food Administration stresses no royal road to conservation, calling for voluntary action by all people and every sector. It cites 20 million kitchens, 20 million dinners, and 2 million businesses as the scale of shared burden and substitution needed.
The report shows receipts and disbursements for funds including road, general, and dog funding. It lists recipients such as Henry Haake, Henry Senninger, and John Schneiders Sr, with items like road work, lumber, culvert timbers, and teaching stipends. Final balances span multiple funds, totaling several thousand dollars.
The Ole Bull Norwegian colony in Pennsylvania dissolved after the land firm failed to hold title. Ole Bull had bought vast acres, settled Olenna, and inspired hundreds with ideals of industry and honesty. After discovery of the invalid land title, pioneers scattered. Bull held benefit concerts to aid their relief.
A new traveler declares pacifism in a railway compartment. He argues for olive branches if peace can’t be achieved in three years. A sharp, feminine interruption from the window scolds a man named John Tamson, prompting a hush and a wry remark about endurance of war.
A Pari winkle resident notes gas masks worn by soldiers and French children. He jokes about wearing one to hear Hon Broggin Blow speak on patriotic duties, while secretly revealing his consent to run for re election to Congress.
A young boy drew a caricature of President Wilson on a single grain of corn with water colors. The half hour effort is claimed to be the smallest cartoon in the world, about a quarter inch long, with a profile likeness. Washington reportedly praised the effort after the boy read it to the president.
The piece argues gold remains a symbol of value rather than a usable good. It notes Europe sent gold, yet most forms of gold have no practical use unless in arts or jewelry. A financial writer estimates modern value gaps, suggesting vast quantities would not help if goods aren’t available, and prices illustrate the impracticality of gold as everyday currency.
An old exchange quotes Irving on George Washington’s hunger for simple meals revealing his use of corn and Indian meal hoe cakes. The piece argues flour conservation as a model for modern readers amid wheatless diet talk, noting Washington’s frugal breakfasts and rare grand spreads at Mount Vernon.
A brief item notes Fresh Oyetera available every day at Mike's Place during the eeON period. The readable text provides no further details on dates or quantities.
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