Wireless tapping and taxicabs shift tide of Marne battle
Paris desk of the Daily Telegraph reports General Clergerie recalling wireless tapping at the Eiffel Tower and the Pinel Tower. German commanders used messages, while French tapped and decoded them. He recounts the first authentic taxicab day on September 7 used 100 taxis to move 600 men per trip, assembling 4,000 troops by daybreak to reinforce the battle of the Ourcq and help win the clash.
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The
Marne
Clergerie
Gallieal
Paris
Daily Telegraph
Eifel
von Marwus
von Kluck
Pinel
Trout von Kruck
Clorgerie
Jane Bort
Gallien
Paris Atreste
Valliens
Pep ads tout Peps for child health and relief from coughs
A vintage ad-like passage extols Pep medicines for children, claiming quick relief from colds and coughs without narcotics. It contrasts Peps with syrups and oils, asserting safety for the youngest, and notes pricing and a few product details despite garbled OCR.
Zam-Buk Promises Quick Healing For Skin Ailments
An old wartime medicine Zam-Buk is promoted as a universal herbal remedy for skin problems from scratches and burns to itching rashes and ulcers. Testimonials claim rapid relief, cooling soothing effects, and complete cures, with consumers urged to keep a box at hand for quick treatment and long term savings.
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Elizabeth Torfing
Bour- Re-Street
Carlton
Vic
Collie
West Australia
Chis Plains
Fnally
W.A
Oil expert visits Western Australia on petroleum hunt
Melbourne travelers Mr Geo D Mendell and Mr J J Strevens arrived by train for a business visit to Western Australia to inspect reported petroleum indications. They pursue discoveries despite the Geological Survey's long standing non possumus stance.
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Melbourne
Geo. D. Mendell
J. J. Strevens
Australia
Daily News
Western Australia
Geological Survey
Ure
Meat Prices Rise as Fixed Retail Proclaimed in Sydney
Wholesale meat prices exceeded fixed retail levels after a government proclamation. Master butchers sought exemptions for special joints while Homebush faced brisk competition and limited supplies. Cattle prices were high with bullocks selling around £23 10s, and top bullock price near £37. Sheep prices ranged with ewes at £25 and merino wethers at 0s id. Stockpart Temedy noted for coughs and colds.
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Sydney
Homer Bumh
Sioner
Homebush
Idlding
Perth
Prospectors Seek Oil Legislation to Attract Investment
Mendel and Strevens depart to survey districts and will consult the Mining Association on a policy for oil legislation. Perth is awaiting a state framework as no proper law exists to justify costly ventures. Prospective leases, royalties, and conditions to be set after a discovery. Mines Department promises fair treatment, but stronger policy is needed to lure capital.
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Mendel
Strevens
Perth
Mining Association
Mines Department
Amendment to war precautions prices rules in Australia
Melbourne reports an upcoming Federal Executive Council meeting in Sydney to consider changes to war precautions prices regulations. The goal is to close loopholes that allow withholding necessary commodities and to require traders to display price schedules in shops. Salt shortages prompt inquiry by Minister Mir Massy Greene and Prices Commissioner Mir P Whitton, with assurances of ample shipping and stock, though enforcement possible if inventories are withheld.
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Melbourne
Sydney
Mir Massy Greene
Mir P. Whitton
Australia
Dr Williams Pink Pills for Pale People Ad
Old advertisement touts Dr Williams Pink Pills for pale sickly boys and girls claiming to restore appetite energy and vigor. It promises cures for headaches breathlessness and weakness and urges purchase by mail order with prices and box numbers.
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Iams
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Saasee
von Kiuk
Commonwealth Ie
HaLtrom
Tras
Commigtels
Rts
Mellins & Mellin
Alan Ie
Gollin & CN. Proprietary, Ltd
Beecham
S. Pille
Beschan
Saunder
W. Dobble& Co — Ltd
Catarre
Gneen & CO
Geraldton
Commonwealth Government
Br. Ui. R. Nicholas
Austria
Nicholas
Gen R. Nicho Co
Cheutiste
Flinders Lass
ALL Chemists
Kay
Ke Robur
Necessary
Els
Telat
Nea
Kes
Presentarion
Craldton
Andy
Dougs
Arged
India
Petal
Laxmichand Dossabhi and Bros
Rajkot
Thom & Steel
Npe
Amite Dove Bitumastic Ltd
Newcastle-On-Tyne
London
Liverpool
Manchester
Glasgow
Cardiff
Birmingham
Leeds
Hull
Swan” Fountpen
Sorat
Statiimers
Mabie, Todd and Co., Manufacturies
Paowma Company
Manma Tenure
Prancis Henry Critch
Lad
Garsldtes
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