Steel Industry Hit by Coal Shortage Cuts Workers in Chicago Plants
Two large steel plants in the South Chicago district suspended parts of operations due to coal and coke scarcity, affecting about 2000 workers. The Omniets Steel and Wisconsin Steel companies reduced furnaces and units, blaming rail traffic refusals and fuel shortages. Chief officials warned further shutdowns if fuel supplies do not improve.
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Chicago
Echeel
Fed
Ominets Steel Company
Wisconsin Steel Company
Thee Wisconsin Company
New Eterna Ses
Christmas Gift Craft Ideas for Home Makers
The piece offers simple sewing projects for holiday gifts such as sleeveless sweaters for girls and handkerchiefs. It suggests ready made fabrics and easy finishing touches like a coat of stain or shellac, with patterns for boudoir caps and ruffles.
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Hobby
American Aviator Says He Is Well Treated by Enemy
Lieut Harold B Willis of the Lafayette Escadrille writes from German captivity that his first red communication to his parents in Newton Massachusetts arrives December 10. He recalls a recent flight inside the lines and a skirmish where he repelled an attack before being surrounded by additional enemy pilots.
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Oman
Newton, Maass
Harold B. Willis
Lafayette Esen
Proclamation Calls Red Cross to Christmas Spirit in Action
President Wilken issues a proclamation urging universal Red Cross duty during the Christmas season. The document states every member should embody the spirit in concrete acts while the organization continues its seaborship amid ongoing community campaigns.
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Westater
Tree
Wilken
Ampaigh
Montana mob assaults jail to seize Mexican worker
In Billings on December 19 a mob battered the county jail seeking Juan Juarro, a Mexican section hand who had shot and killed a policeman. Sheriff Stone Matlock and deputies repelled the crowd until police arrived. authorities reported no injuries.
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Bilings
Mont
Juan Juarro
Stone Matlock
Glando Pine Cough Remedy Promises Refund Offer
Bold ad touts Glando Pine as superior cough medicine with a money back guarantee if not satisfied. Claims relief for coughs colds hoarseness bronchial issues and whooping cough. cites testimonial from Mr Shearer of Haveland Ohio. Offers three ounces for 50 cents and directions on each bottle from the Glande-Aid Co Fort Wayne Indiana.
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Shearer
Haveland
Ohio
Glando Pine
Fashion Notes and Submarine Losses Reported
The page mixes sewing patterns for aprons and youth coats with a brief Paris update on submarine attacks. It notes varied apron designs and easy projects for girls, plus coats for children. Paris reports several French ships lost or damaged by submarines in the week ending December 1.
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Paris
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