French Army Uses Massive Aeroplane Manoeuvres for War Practice
A detailed report describes large scale French military exercises at Pleardy with aeroplanes and dirigibles aiding infantry, cavalry, and supply trains. It emphasizes air reconnaissance, rapid movement, and the primacy of logistics like food, ammunition, and transport in modern warfare, noting the training builds disciplined, modern soldiers.
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Noroplnnan
Atdun Burp
Roedmoltering
Léonore
Parla
Oritles
Plcardy
Cp Hat
Automobile Ly
Dng
The Black Death Recount in a 14th Century Lens
A fragmented colonial-era discourse on the plague outlines medieval Europe’s Black Death origins in Constantinople and England. It discusses social upheaval, rising wages, disease transmission myths, and cautions on cleanliness, diet, and sanitation as defenses.
Does Opposition Create Love in Young Hearts
Opinion piece argues parental and guardian opposition fuels romance. It claims Mara Molly or James face constant criticism, shrinking prospects, and spark affection as they are belittled. Mothers and fathers allegedly drive sons toward chivalrous, protective behavior in defense of the female domain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charley
Molly
James
Ner Chance
Avery
Atrugeling
Peter's Denial Sunday School Lesson for 1916
A devotional study tracing Peters denial before Caiaphas and the Sanhedrin, the moment Jesus eyes Peter, and Peters subsequent repentance and transformation. It frames Peters fall as part of divine training, leading to renewed faith and later triumph in adversity. The lesson emphasizes spiritual growth from weakness through discipline and faith.
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Peter
Jesus
Simon
Christ
James
John
Apostles
Calabhas’ Palace
Malchus
St. John
God
Jesus Christ
Ruskin
An Italian themed dinner menu from a forthright club night
A fortnightly club entertaining night featured an Italian themed menu with guest cards at each place. Dishes included Queen's Rice Soup, Salmone alla Santa Fiorentina, Animelle Lardellate Sweetbreads, and Manzo alla Certosina. Recipes outline prep steps, from rice flour milk soup to fried salmon fillets and larded sweetbreads in rich stock.
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Italy
Kidney pain relief tale ends with Dean's Pills
A man describes long kidney trouble and sleepless nights before trying Dean's Kidney Pills. After fifteen doctors offered no help, he finds relief from the first dose and continues use, praising the remedy and its price of fifty cents a box from Foster Milburn Co in Buffalo.
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Kidmeys
Pillay
Dot Racetvé
Dean
Dean’s
Foster-Milburn Co
Buffalo
Laundering Curtains and Muslin Draperies Guide
Instructional steps for laundering lace curtains by soaking overnight in lukewarm water with ammonia and shaved laundry soap, then repeated rinses, wringing, drying, and framing. Muslin curtains are washed, starched, and ironed on the wrong side to resemble new cloth.
Jelly Flats or Jelly Cake Recipe Card
Separate two egg whites and yolks and beat whites to a stiff froth. Beat yolks until lemon colored and thick, then fold with whites. Add sugar, water, flavoring, and flour sifted with baking powder and salt. Bake in two or three layers as desired.
To Prepare JacBird Tender Whole Boil Then Roast
A historic cooking note explains how to prepare jacBird as a tender whole item. Boil briefly in a covered vessel with water, then brown in a hot oven. Baste with a sauce of currant jelly and water, or wine sauce for a simple glaze.
Baked Bean Sandwiches and Rubens Feature Menu
A retro food column highlights baked bean sandwiches and the classic Ruben as part of a wartime era luncheon. The writeup notes simple, hearty ingredients suitable for frugal cooks, with emphasis on warm bread, beans, corned beef, and melted cheese.
Bell Rope Theft Leaves Fire House Helpless
Note from Basswood Bugle reports rope and hammer thefts from the fire engine house. The constable must climb to ring the bell by hand, delaying calls during fires. Hilliker lent his hammer to Deacon Renfrew four miles away, causing further delay as flames destroyed Hank Purdy’s corner.
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Basswood Bugle
Hank Purdy
Hilliker
Deacon Renfrew
Hank
Bishop Ward and Senators Ride in Nashville
In Nashville a bishop and two senators left a reception and entered a motor car. One companion remarked that he was not like his master, joking that he should ride an ass. Ward replied that such an animal is not available now as they make them all senators.
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Europe
Seth Ward
Nashville
Bishop Ward
Spohns Distemper Cure marketed for animals
Spohn Medical Co announces SPohns Distemper Cure for horses and dogs. The ad claims wide use with over 600000 bottles sold last year, priced 50 cents to 1 dollar, and offers distribution to druggists or direct to manufacturers in Goshen Indiana.
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SPOHN
Spohn Medical, Co
Spes
Goshen
Ind
Couldn't Do It. Chair Man from Colored Church Speaks Briefly
A fragment from Pie Lippincott's column recalls a chair man from a colored church who says he cannot stay long and asks others to join the mission band. An old mammy figure responds with insistence and humor about not coming to help.
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The
Colored Church
Dr Martels Female Pills Promoted For Women Ailments
An old advertisement touts Dr Martel's Female Pills as a standard remedy for women's ailments. It claims seventeen years of use, scientific preparation, proven worth, and quick to permanent results. Available at all drug stores.
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Napoleon
Vaudeville Sketch and Patent Medicines Parade
Fragmentary local item notes JHome Vaudeville, a sketch about stage life, and references Dr Pierce’s Pleasant Pellets and Mrs Winslow’s Soothing Syrup. Includes a girl exchanging photographs and a remark about fortune versus marriage amid ads and stage bits.
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Thia
Orfort
Ugh
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Plach
Caiaphas
Jerusalem
Medrative
National Colors
DR. Martel
She Healy
Winslow
Thor
Urin Na Eylen
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