Pershing's War Story Highlights Early Allied Victory
A lengthy account voices General Pershing’s stewardship and outlines America’s prelude to and execution of major offensives. It notes the Meuse-Argonne campaign, first U.S. planes in May, and the reliance on Allied forces, with 16,000 prisoners taken and vast advances by American divisions across strategic fronts.
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St. Mintel
de St Miler
Ain Eparty
Thingcourt
Novand
Mresmes-en- Woevins
Hyot
Ayaterwil
Cheral Pershing
The
Meuse
Cherreraud
Persahing
Arenne
Seda
Mivsc
Firth
Portussiannd
U. S
China
Secretary of War Preview on Army Reorganization
Washington December report indicates permanent augmentation of the army is deferred until peace conference results. Secretary Baker will present a temporary plan to reorganize the regular army, preserving it as the nucleus of any future force. He also intends to press for legal perpetuation of the wartime general staff.
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Washington
Taker
Mc Baker
Sta? Sry
Penrose
Joul
Myre
Montana
Senate
Tame
Tnterlor Department
Senniér Penrose
Lunes
War Department
Europe
Hutkely
Cawal
United States
Wilsons Ship Hums Through Storm at Sea
The steamship George Washington fights a northwest gale as it moves eastward amid World War I era tensions. Blue bunting displays the national arms and the president’s portrait while the ship presses toward allied seas, symbolizing unity and democracy.
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New York
Dee
George Washington
Woodrow Wise
Fashion Hints From a Vintage Millinery Guide
Fashion hints discuss hat wing placement and eight inch measures from the heel breast. It notes umbrella shapes, dull metallics, geometrical embroidery, silk and wool trims, eyelet work on voile and organdie, and a gray silk Jersey contrast. Pearls allowed, minimal jewelry. skirts vary from short to long. Large black afternoon hats feature blue or brown trimmings and novel buttons with Japanese embroidery and georgette fabrics for elegant sleeping salt.
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Cerlsa Wal
Jersey
Fashionable frocks and fall hat design note
A fragment describes simple lines for fashionable frocks and a fall hat with a cloth crown in deep blue a narrow buff brim and a sprinkle of low velvet flowers reflecting period style.
Amber Blouses Set Fashion Tone for Exclusive Taste
Amber toned blouses in flesh pink chiffon and georgette gain popularity among discerning women. Amber chiffon blouses command higher prices while amber organdie trimmed with filet lace remains distinctly expensive. Some pew coats feature broad cape like collars matching the material, with fur sometimes used in combination.
Germans Are Silent Germany Must Pay
In Luxemburg the American army pushes through German territory with marching columns. Reports describe occupation forces entering via villages and towns, with logistics and artillery in place. Lloyd George in Newcastle argues Germany must pay indemnity up to its capacity, urging a stern but fair peace and accountability for war crimes.
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London
Germany
Lloyd George
Newcastle-on-Tyne
Mr. Lloyd George
Andi
Nether
France
Letters From Home Week Aims Morale Booster For Troops
War Department designates a Letters From Home week for training camps to write mothers and sweethearts to boost morale. A model letter, from Secretary Baker and Raymond Fosdick, is circulated to guide wholesome writing and keep soldiers focused on American ideals amid idle periods.
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New York
War Department Commission
Haa
War Department
Baker
Raymond
Fosdick
Ind
British War Losses Reported in Official Totals
London reports during the war Great Britain suffered nearly 1,000,000 killed or dead from various causes. Officially earlier totals showed 658,704 British losses. A second item notes the Vatican seeking a peace table seat and Cardinals Gibbons and Manning asking President Wilson to use influence.
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London
Great Britain
Vatican
Gibbons
Mancit
Wilsons
Four Yank Soldiers Quell Mob in German Town
An American army unit crossed into Germany at daylight and dispersed a mob in Esch after it had wrecked shops. Four soldiers subdued the crowd as damage from the incident and wartime occupations mounted. Belgian war costs quoted at billions, and U.S. trade commission accuses major meat packers of restraint. Canada reports war cost and Hungarian suffrage movements noted.
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Gia Prussia
Treves
Thousanna
Esch
Congress
Germany
Russia
Congress Eyes Economy After War Spending
Washington dispatch reports Congress debates cutting wartime expenses as both parties push for economy. Analysts warn against abrupt demobilization while Senator Borah and others urge transparent spending, with focus on reducing offices and postponing new builds. The piece notes peace terms, German revolution impact, and possible postal and Red Cross funding changes.
Treasury Reports Huge US Military and Naval Budgets
A 1920 Treasury release to Congress outlines total appropriations for the United States government by department. Naval and Army funding are specified, with the overall budget detailing Legislative, Executive, Judicial, Agriculture, and other establishments and a three year naval expansion plan including capital ships and aviation spending.
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Washington
Dye
Colrad
Congress
Tregesury Meadow
Ylane
Bonis
Tse
Naval Establishment
Sotgliatiaig
Postal Service
Tata
Rhe Argiy
Eeunis Neue Bo Tenit Ds
Gaotytith Ds
Anpres
Corti
Teval Aviation
Piersthaindes
Birhis Wen
Yanks urged to keep order amid postwar tensions
Vienna reports alert for old dikes echo dangers in former Austrian sphere as American troops may be sent to maintain order amid political and border disputes. Leaders fear bolshevik influence and rising unrest among factions. King Nicholas deposed by Montenegrin assembly in cautious shift.
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Vienna
Arden
Nicholas
London
Dee
Montenegro
Skupshtina
Grecho-Stavalespreas Bureau
Humorous Quips On Hair Wisdom Teeth And Poles
A fragmentary column spoofs modern vanity and wisdom teeth habits. A cynic notes poets with long hair as eccentric. A dentist joke questions aging and wisdom teeth. References drift through a playful venting of wordplay and odd similes about trees and poles.
Timber, Burma, and Fuller’s Earth in 1900s Trade Notes
A colonial era collage notes Burma timber varieties and export shifts with rubber in wooden packing cases now locally produced at half the cost. Fuller’s earth commands high value in the United States as Florida remains a top producer alongside global ore gains.
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Burma
Japan
Fuller
United States
Moby
Joy of Motherhood Helps Couple in Ellensburg
In Ellensburg Washington a couple faced infertility due to functional disorder. After wife used Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound she regained health and could care for home, leading to the birth of a child. The ad urges other women with similar troubles to try the remedy and contact Lydia E Pinkham Medicine Co. for advice after extensive testimonials.
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Jensburg
Wash
Pinkham
Mra
Johnson, R. No
Ellensburg
Lydia BE
Pinkburn Medicine Co
Lynn, Mose
Ancient printing crafts of Peru traced in early texts
Fragmented description discusses ancient Peruvian printing methods with copper rollers and dye chemistry. References ancient figures and terms, noting pigments and substances like verdant dyes and resistive tests. The passage blends antiquarian notions with obscure names and conjecture about early workshop practices.
Calculating Youth tale of nut dispute at gathering
Margaret and her uncle offered nuts to a group of children. A boy claimed a handful, but Margaret insisted she take them, asking her uncle to give them to her. The crowd saw a playful moment as Margaret’s aunt whispered the reason, noting the uncle’s bigger hands.
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Margaret
Margeret
Bhie
Jim
Old Cloneflat Coins Hidden in Quiet Borrowings
Dialogue hints at wealth in Cloneflat with wary tone. Jinx says the place has money to burn while Winx notes no loyal friend present in the house, signaling caution amid chatter about fortunes.
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Jinx
Winx
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