War shortages warned by Purdue official in influenza era
George L. Christie assistant secretary of agriculture warned that U S production must stay high for two years after WWI to prevent European shortages and disease impacts. he cautioned farmers about scarcer labor and urged efficiency while influenza limited meetings across Indiana counties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
George
GL. Christie
Christie
Purdue University
Washington, D. C
Goshen
John William
Oak Ridge
Goshen Shriners
Jacksonville
Fla
Fez
William
George W. Nicolas
Staley George
Nasby Morris
Foster Heacock
Heacock Fruit Company
Decatur
Holland-St. Louis Sugar Company
Indiana
Indianapolis
P. H. Wolfard
Wolford
Fort Benjamin Garrison
Columbus
Fort Wayne
John Ryan
Mary Ryan
Miss Ryan
Red Cross War Council Highlights 1918 Chapter Efforts
The War Council of the American Red Cross reports on annual meetings noting rapid chapter growth from 486,194 members in 1917 to 20,648,103 annual members by July 1918 plus 8,000,000 Junior Red Cross. It details funds raised, vast women’s contributions in dressings and garments, and the widespread international reach in France, England, Italy, Belgium, Switzerland, Palestine, Greece, Russia, Siberia, and beyond.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Red Cross
War Council
American Red
American Red Cross
Junior Red Crossy
United States
National Headquarters
War Fund
Vampé
The
Europe
Army
Navy
Baker
Pershing
Ireland
France
England
Italy
Belgium
Switzerland
Palestine
Greece
Russia
Siberia
Denmark
Serbia
Madeira
Asia
Army of Mercy
America
Council OF the American Red Cross
Henry P. Davigan
Washington, D.C
Good Friend in America
A fragment mentions officers of the Red and a belief that Sigel should disclose information. The text is incomplete and lacks clear context or events.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
Home care guidance for influenza urged by Surgeon General
Surgeon General Blue urges public to learn home care for influenza to reduce unnecessary calls on overworked physicians and nurses. Advice covers bed rest, room setup, hygiene, diet, and when to call a doctor, plus protecting caregivers with masks and cleanliness to prevent spread.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Blue
United States Public Health Service
Tno
Aus fighter remarks on 17 000 mile journey to fight
An Australian boxer notes the long voyage of 17 000 miles to reach the bout and emphasizes the endurance required. The opponent and exact location are not specified in this fragment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hall
Cheney & Co
Toledo
Ohio
Dr Pierce's Herbal Tonics Advertised In Local Notice
An old local ad promotes Dr. Pierce Buffalo remedies citing non alcoholic herbs and tablets. It includes testimonials from Mrs S J Baker of 016 Scott St and urges readers to try a trial package.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Asosn
Pally
Gregatores
Washington Street
Buffalo
N.Y
Pierce
N. Y
Remark on Equality Sparks Cross City Snippet
In a brief exchange Cadby refused to acknowledge me, deeming me unequal, while she defended my standing calling him a conceited idiot in a Boston Transcript variant style. The clash highlights social snobbery and insistence on parity.
The eye of the master and the silent partner
A compact adage set contrasts the eye of the master doing more work than his hands with the quiet but vocal influence of the firm’s silent partner.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Franklin
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Ehrkhart County Food Administration
Michigan
St. Louis
Clinton
New
Keller Coal Company
Chicago & Eastern Tlinois
Keller
Chicago, Terre Haute & ‘Southeastern Railroad
N. Maule
Richmond
Rachel A. Ward
Kokomo
Louisa Wachter
Bourbon
Lina Paget
Evansville
Sarah M. O'Neal
Portland
Mary A. McFarland
Hebron
Duranda A. Knotts
Wabash
Ellen Gannon
Louise Waldschimdt
South Bend
Patience A. Shoemaker
Fountain City
Sarah A. Pride
Otwell
Margaret E. Jones
Scottsburg
Mary E. Buffington
Montezuma
Margaret Co. Partello
Eliza Green
Eli Swalls
Terre Haute
Lewis Wildey
State Board of Health
State Board
Marion County
R. M. Gilbert
Gilbert
Hammond
Hammond, Whiting & East Chicago
Oakhill Cemetery
Daniel Sekeley
John Krauck
Penes Gergiev
Stephen Sose
Frank Sapp
Crawfordsville
Montgomery County
Darlington
Chicago
Cox & Cross
Cox &Cross
Cleve Cook
Indiana State Teachers’ Association
Board of Health
Lafayette—Council of Defense
Express
Edward Bartin
Evansville Coffin Company
War Industries Board
Maanufacturer
Joe Mette Venths
Gross Organization
the Red
Sigel
Essary
Syl Sniddie
Mra
S.J. Beker
Scott St
Carter
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