Post Office Seeks Government Control of Communications
The piece argues for placing all telephones and telegraph lines under government operation, criticizing Postmaster General Burtevon’s administration. It notes decades of mismanagement, widespread complaints from merchants and banks about mail delays, and asks how government ownership would deliver better service and efficiency.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burtevon
Congress
Hnes
Burteson
la Atoney Ag
Merchants’ Association of New York
Merchapto
Banka
Brains Plus Brawn: Wilson on War-Era Industry
President Wilson’s business experience fueled a notable error in a message to Congress. He argued that American leadership in manufacturing science and commerce rested on brains, but critics say the nation fell behind due to reliance on brawn and cheap labor rather than intellect alone. The debate centers on whether production dominance comes from innovation or workforce discipline and lower wages.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilson
Hiro
Conarom
Chiligs
Wilson Orrs
Weas
America
Riyele
Our Boys Are Marching On in Liberty’s Cause at Home and War
A wartime message praises patriotic resolve and the U S effort, noting relief supplies arriving by rail from Halifax to aid the stricken area. It lauds efficiency of relief distribution, mentions Savannah industrial development plans, and ends with a songlike rallying verse celebrating American troops and home front effort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ter Rollef
Amiar
Halifax
Denton
Railfaz
New York
Savannah
Honautharn
Georgia
South
Franklin
Review
Madison Street
Jane
Oruan
Teibagh
Goa
Helen's engagement ad sparks surprise in town column
A reader recalls seeing Helen's advertisement in the local paper and hurries to share the news in a neighborly moment. The brief note captures curiosity and social chatter around a personal notice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Helen
Zee
Christmas Motto Promotes Peace and Good Will All Year
A reflection on the Christmas motto Peace on earth and good will toward men. The author urges Christians to let the Christmas spirit guide daily acts and words, hoping peace and goodwill become a year round motto for all people.
Last Night in Jerusalem by Roland Rathbone
Poem-like piece depicting a night in Jerusalem with Allenby and Fortunata hailing a new Crusader era. Imagery centers on Hagar, the crescent symbol, and a call to freedom, blending Christian and biblical motifs with warlike exaltation.
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Jerusalem
Roland Rathbone
Crescent Empire
Oman
Modorm Hagar
Allenby
Jane Fixes Knickknacks on Christmas Day
A fragment from a domestic scene shows Jane tidying knickknacks in a kitchen on Christmas Day. The speaker reflects on family memories, elves, and holiday mood as old and new worlds shift with time.
Christsias Words and Pictures Christmas Word Game
A jumbled instructional piece describes a Christmastime art and word game. Players write long lists of words linked to Christmas and create mixed picture fragments to hide in spots for others to find. The game rewards participation with a Christmas book prize.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tata
St. Nick
al- Goon
Thiy
Christmas Ghost Story Game For Evening Amusements
A Christmas gathering plans an evening of amusement with a ghost story game. Each guest prepares an original 3 minute tale to be read aloud before supper. Judges award prizes for best and poorest stories, with dancers and lighted decor creating a spooky mood.
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Erin
Aturies Sversthlog
Coluy
Alan
Prises
Christmas Party Prompt Contest For Laughter
A festive scene shows revelers at a Christmas gathering judging a humorous prompt contest. Participants improvise with quirky phrases and holiday props while a family carries shawls flowers and pillows. Snowy decor and warm laughter set the tone as guests prepare a prize for the wittiest line.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pames
Lavitch
Ali
His Last Request at Forbes Domicile Christmas Gathering
In a cold basement dining room Edward Farley decorates with evergreen and oil paintings for a Christmas breakfast at Forbes house. Beth, Ruth, and others exchange greetings, while Alman, the grouch, receives the least kindness. Beth hides a violet and The Well Beloved book for Farley as a gesture of sincere friendship and possible marriage. The old man in sick bed remains upstairs, groaning as Carrie clears away.
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Farley
Ruth
Sven
Heth
Bia
Mire
Forbes
Christman
Abe
Carrie
Ufo
Alen
Croviba
Beth
Hidden Blue Flower Names Listed Across Species
Fragmentary OCR notes reference a range of blue flowers including ageratum baby blue eyes Swan river daley and anemone in a catalog of blue hues. The text hints at color names and plant groupings but lacks clear context or a complete narrative.
Better Games or Who What You Thought on Schasie
Fragmentary note discusses Christmas decors on schasie with unclear relation to events. Mentions social remarks about gifts and decorations and a vague reference to planning or opinions. Names and places are unreadable, limiting precise sourcing.
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Weill Maka
Tia
Kaiser Wiser
Kathor Hill
Tallaterr
Frankfort
Fortunata Allenby
Arma
Puttio
Willis
Koukerly
Jane Lefxin
Agathe
de Tose Whte
Wales
Santaizied
Philatelphia Bolletia
Uule
Birena
Christsias
Yule
Jos
Bell System
Coast-Guard
Nazt
Chicago Telephone Company
el Rector Clear Havana Cigar Jim Phil Co. Nieman, Oe
Picse Forest Park
H. Hehann
Butter Eggs Poultry
Forest Park, Ill
Pouldelson
Frey
Wars Forest
Woreet
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