Fragmented Plain Text Reflects Obscured Message
Readable fragments suggest a political or patriotic lament urging care for the nation and its symbols. The text references the Declaration of Independence and phrases like clean beast and be a patriot, with scattered names such as Hazel appearing in a poetic or editorial frame.
Pape's Diapepsin Promises Quick Digestion Relief
Lumps of undigested food cause pain and discomfort when the stomach is upset. Pape's Diapepsin is advertised as instant relief after taking one or two tablets, promising to end indigestion and stomach distress with a pleasant, harmless formula sold at drug stores.
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Pape
GOLD MEDAL Capsules Claim Kidney and Backache Relief
Ancient worldwide remedy GOLD MEDAL Haashem Ol claims rapid relief for backache kidney and bladder troubles. It purifies blood and soothes organs, promising cures though wording often exaggerates results and urges purchase via druggist with money-back note.
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Rome
Her Preference in Matrimonial Tales
The excerpt presents a terse dialogue on marriage desires with Bredta preferring non matrimonial outcomes while Bella rejects long term ties. A man seeks more than a passing relationship, illustrating differing views on commitment and fulfillment.
America's Immortals Distinguished Service Crosses Selected for Valor
Reports from France detail American fighters whose bravery and fortitude earned the Distinguished Service Crosses. General Pershing's staff selected these notable deeds from hundreds of official accounts of gallantry in action.
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France
Pershing
Distinguished Service Cross Recipients in World War I
Biographical notes honor Corporals Manning Villepigue and Dilboy of the 167th 118th and 103rd Infantry, with praise for conspicuous gallantry near Breuvannes Veux-Andigny and Erliena France on July 24 1918 October 15 1918 July 18 1918 respectively. Details describe their leadership under heavy fire, multiple wounds, and decisive actions against fortified positions. Their mothers are listed as next of kin in Piotmatin Alabama and Camden Georgia and Poston Massachusetts.
James G. Dozier Receives Medal for Bravery at Montbreham
First Lieutenant James G. Dozier of Company G, 113th Infantry, earned the Medal for conspicuous bravery after being wounded near Montbreham, France. He bravely led two platoons under heavy machine gun fire, ordering a move to cover then advancing with his unit despite the injury.
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James G. Dozier
Montbreham
France
Crom
Dosier
Incident report on a World War II era public safety item
A fragmentary report describes a machine public safety device firing amid intense fire, fatally harming the crew. It mentions a Lieutenant Darter and a residence in Rock Hill with his father John Hi Dogler at 524 Asnafre Street, detailing the capture of several Germans who sheltered in a nearby dugout.
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Hind
Darter
John Hi. Dogler
Asnafre Street
Rock Hill
Captain McMurtry Receives Unspecified Service Award for Gallantry
George G McMurtry of the 508th Infantry earned the Distinguished Service Cross for gallantry in the Argonne Forest during October 2 to 11. Despite knee and shoulder wounds, he directed troop movement, maintained defense, and refused aid until his men were evacuated and the position secured. His wife resided at 22 East 70th Street, New York.
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George G. M'Murtry
508Th Infantry
McMurtry
Charhetams
Argonne
Frater
Tober
McMu
Bravery Medals for Harold Furlong in French Action
Fleet Lieutenant Harold A. Furlong of Company M 304th Infantry earned a Distinguished Service Cross for leading a breakout near Bantheville France on November 1 1918. He moved ahead of his line under heavy fire killing gun crews destroying four nests and forcing twenty German prisoners into American hands. His home is 2960 West Grand Boulevard Detroit Michigan. Michael J Perkins Private First Class of Company D 101st Infantry was awarded posthumously for gallantry at Hellen Boia France October 27 1918. He crawled to a German pillbox and after exposing himself blocked grenades then charged inflicting casualties and seizing twenty five prisoners and seven machine guns. His father Ives Perkins lives at 247 Tremont South Boston Massachusetts.
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John C. Villepigue
118Th Infantry
Wausuil
Veux-Andigny
France
Villepigue
Vaux-Andigny
Villepigne
Corp. Villepijne
George Dilboy
Dilboy
Neer Erliena
Dilney
Homme
Poston, Mass
Harold A. Furlong
Liew
Farlong
Servier Crome
Bantheville
Holme de Tantheville
Furlong
Cnot
Michael J. Perkins
101St Infantry
Perkins
Hellen Boia
Iis
Stragede
Michael Perking
Ives
Entreet
South
Boston
Mass
Payson Receives Distinguished Service Cross for Valor
Sergeant Carl F Payson of Company C 125th Infantry earns the Distinguished Service Cross for conspicuous gallantry at Clerges northeast of Chateau Thierry France on August 1. Mortally wounded in the head, he kept his unit moving through the enemy barrage and urged them to advance. His father, Mrs Minnie Timberman, lives in Montrom Michigan.
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Carl F. Payson
125Th Infantry
Sergt
Fostou
Clerges
Chateau Tulerry
France
Hie
Paysoo
Minnie Timberman
Monrom Mich
Medal Glory Earned By Two WWI NCOs In France Action
Gary Evans Foster of the 118th Infantry and William M. Feigle of the 5th Marine Corps were decorated for conspicuous bravery in France. Foster attacked through heavy fire at Montbrehain using grenades and a pistol, aiding captured enemies and killing several. Feigle steered a shell-hit ammunition truck from Beaumont to safety, saving about thirty people.
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Gary Evans Foster
118Th Infantry
Foster
Joman, & C
Montbrehain
France
Poster
Beret
Sergt
Feigel
Beaumont
Serst
Feigle
Sage Tea and Sulphur for Dark Hair Remedies
A vintage ad describes using sage tea with Snipbur and Wyeth's Sulphur Compound to darken hair, claiming easy application by sectioning and brushing strands. It touts simplified preparation, faster results, added luster, and a youthful look, noting the product is ready to use in stores.
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Indies
Don’t Drag Kidneys Rus Backache Away Ad
A vintage ad touts St. Jacobs Lint ment as quick relief for backache claimed not to involve kidneys. It asserts back pain stems from lumbage or strain and promises rapid, harmless soothing application. The copy ends with a stray note about youthful mustache.
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Rus
St. Jacobs
Jacob
Cuticura for Pimply Faces Advertisement
A brief ad touts Cuticura for pimples and skin cleansing. It promotes smearing Cuticura Ointment on the face, washing off in five minutes with Cuticura Beap and hot water, and using the products daily to keep skin clear.
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