Prophetic Editorial on World War A Century Past
A fragment from The New York Times dated December 15, 1914, praises a prophetic editorial foretelling German defeat and Allied victory. It lauds faith in liberty and civilization amid looming global war, noting the dramatic potential outcome and the doom foretold for Germany unless nations unite.
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New York Times
Grace
Erewith
Phe Geerman
Germany
Yarnkrupt
Idiot
Temurel
Nam
Tron
Arma
Postwar aviation and the rise of long distance flight
In the postwar era aviation advances are seen as key to business and pleasure with plans for a pole-to-pole passenger flight, long distance airships, and massive engines for overseas travel. The piece notes daylight in polar regions, new stabilizing devices, safety chutes, and rising demand for castor oil as airplane lubrication evolves.
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Tenner
Pruin Itoburt
Pere Jx Ponty
Greenland
Sale
Pokut
Berle Ik
Tos
Navy
Nort Vale
Caproni
Ncies
Monroe Oregon letter on diggings and property plans
A fragment from a Monroe Oregon letter describes a dig under twenty feet deep, notes trading for city property, mentions family moves to Corvallis, crops and hay prices, and a gas driven saw. The writer reflects on a gas lantern, Wisconsin friends, jail keeping, and a discovered object with uncertain origin, awaiting further study. The tone is personal, local, and reflective of rural life in Monroe.
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Monroé
Oregon
Walia
Tiapids Tribune Tau
Eotien
Wisconsin
Jim
Beadle
K. 1
Monroe
Dinadie Menmbions
Gren
Alfa
Hugh
Paint Your Alto For Durable Car Finish This Spring
A local notice urges car owners to bring vehicles in for painting or repainting to improve durability as the spring tuning season opens. The advisory emphasizes proper curing to ensure a tougher finish. Hugo Lind.
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Alwave
Hugo Lind
Images of China and Its People Across Far Eastern Cities
Fragmented essay-like passages describe the Chinese population, colonial enclaves, and urban life in Shanghai, Hong Kong, Tianjin, and other ports. The text contrasts Chinese dominance with foreign settlements, noting dense populations, racial views, and cultural persistence amid cosmopolitan pressures.
Battle in Peking described with cautious tone
Report in the Sait Like Herald-Republican says Chang Hstai’s forces and republican troops clashed in Peking with high tension but limited casualties. About 4,000 followers sheltered the dictator in the Forbidden City while attackers were vastly larger. ten killed and thirty wounded among combatants, with higher bystander losses. Uncle Sami’s advice echoed amid tensions as prosperity wanes and energy fades.
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Peking
Chang Hstai
Forbidden City
Uncle Sami
Sugar consumption restrictions removed in Wisconsin
Administrator Magnus Swenson announces that all limits on sugar use are lifted. Prices drop and retailers no longer track purchases. Housewives may buy unlimited sugar. hotels and public eating places freed from prior quotas. Public reaction remains cautious as Europeans’ needs are noted.
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Magnus Swenson
Wisconsin
Europe
Hoover Cables No Food Program Yet For Europe Aid
After a week of investigation in Europe President Hoover states no definite food program yet. He plans purchase and dispatch of 270000 tons of food, with the first ship passing Gibraltar en route to southern Europe. Negotiations on shipping and organization continue as liberated territories urgently seek aid, urging voluntary cooperation over regulation.
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Hoover
Europe
Gibraltar
United States
No Safe Conducts Needed for Belgium Relief Ships
Ships chartered by the Commission for Relief in Belgium will no longer require safe conducts to avoid attack. For the first time since the German submarine war zone was imposed, vessels carrying food and clothing to Belgium refugees may travel unmolested, ensuring winter supplies reach those in need without danger or difficulty.
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Commission For Relief
Belgium
Big rise in Wisconsin pea pack in 1918 data
Wisconsin pea pack for 1918 jumped by nearly one million cases from the prior year. National production reached 10,898,222 cases, each containing 24 cans. Losses were noted in several states with Utah down over 250,000, New Jersey and Delaware over 240,000, Michigan about 127,000, and California near 100,000.
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Wisconsin
Utah
New Jersey
Delaware
Michigan
California
Wisconsin dairy dealer license revoked amid butter purchases
The U S Food Administration revoked the license of Charles E. Davis, a Philadelphia firm buying butter from Wisconsin creameries. Magnus Swenson, Wisconsin Food Administrator, warns dairy dealers in the state not to ship products to the firm.
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Charles E. Davis
Philadelphia
Wisconsin
Uu. 5
Food Administration
Magnus Swenson
Wsconsin
Potatoes Grading Rules Revoked After December 10
The Wisconsin Food Administration announces rescission of license regulations governing sale and shipping of potatoes and all rules for distributors of fresh fruit and vegetables. Hoffman Feed Co of Madison faces U S Food Administration action for flour profiteering. Gould Wells and Blackburn and E P Brown of Madison shut by federal order for profiteering with potential wartime contributions discussed.
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Food Administration For
Wisconsin
Hoffman Feed Company
Madison
U. S.S. Food Administration
Enforcement Division
Gould, Wells, and Blackburn
E. P. Brown
United ‘Ueen
iStates Food Administration
Local Notices List Residents Visiting and Traveling
The report notes Alma Nelson leaving for Yend du Lac to be employed for the winter. George Schroeder returned to Grand Rapids. A Steen Nelson community meeting drew good attendance. Clintonville resident Rank Franson visited relatives here. Jim Curtin and wife of Marshfield visited his sister. Mrs M Franson and Mrs John Henderson's daughter left for Pray.
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Alma Nelson
Yend du Lac
George Schroeder
Grand Rapids
Steen Nelson
Rank Franson
Clintonville
Jim Curtin
Marshfield
M. Franson
John Henderson
Daug
Postmaster General Urges Courteous Treatment to Public
The Postmaster General Burleson warns all postal workers to be courteous and helpful to patrons. Supervisors are held strictly accountable for employee conduct and service quality. Aiming to maintain cooperation, efficiency, and courteous public service across telephone and post offices.
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Apy
Burleson
Hose
Hell
Deer Poaching Court Actions And Flu News From Manitowoc
Two Manitowoc hunters Kenry Meisner and Win Rajah paid $100 and costs after being charged with killing deer out of season near Seven Alle. Reports mention shine hunting and untagged deer, with local officials noting the case alongside broader flu news, obituaries, and community updates from Eagle River and nearby towns.
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Manitowoc
Kenry Meisner
Win
Rajah
Seven Alle
Wintore
State Line
War Dens Oberholtzer
Mckenzie
Eagle River
Wood County youths seek work and dairy farm help
The Wood County Agricultural school boys arrive looking for part time work after school or on Saturdays. They are willing to do chores or room and board in exchange for jobs. Contact Mr. Corey by telephone at 266. This notice also includes several legal notices from Wood County Probate Court regarding administration and wills, with hearings scheduled in Grand Rapids and notices to creditors and heirs.
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Wood County Agriculturn
Corey
Vinal Settlement
Wood County
Monica. Ponkratz
Michael ‘Hand
Monica Ponkrata
Grand Rapids
Sal
Conway
County Judes
Wisconsin
Dermniber
Wis
Cnurt
Grand
Wood
Aml
State Prateenusin
Warry Laton
Belgte
George Laton
Walford
Saskatchewan
Canada
Bain
George Gate
Uelsen
Rame House
VT Stuphds
Salt County
Marcel
Conway, County
Goggins
Attorne
Frag
Adam K. Leluliger
Louse
Grand Penidsy
Istare
John Laminger
Adam Tc. Lvinimer
Sarvton
Sahil County
Court House
Adam Jk. Leininger
Grand Vapide
Eid
Mure
D. D. Conway
W. Gd. Conway
Witter Hotel
N. A. Goddard
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Wiley
Kellogg Bros, Lumber
Rudolph Verper
Nekoosa Pilladore
Electric Sales Co
Verminus
Grand Rapids, Wis
Staub’s Electric Shop
Tel
First St. N
East Side
DRS. Fairfield, Bartran & CO
Green Bay, WL
W. E Pairfield Senery
Byrte Oparchiea
DE. XK. J. Cowles
J. J. Robe
H. Bartran
Rey A
Vorins
Gregon PiePeRn
China
Ted Mien
Walter E. Weyl
Hongkong
Vistoria
Tientsin
Shanghai
Hangikow
Burlesson
Thomas Cat
Remington
Carl Walzer
Pittsburg
Carl
Industries
James F. Lowe
Mayme Griffith
Babcock
Casey
Nekopsa
Chas. Griswold
Daly
Tomah
Lawrence
France
Agnes Igowskie
Milwraukes
Gus Ruiz
Tomeh
Gus. Ruiz
Manningtowa
J. W. Cary
Fond du Lac
Dan Daniels
Egerton
Delos Griswold
Helen Wipft
Nekoosa
Dee
Jrarvey Gee
Abraham Josal
Rosina Jussi
Citas. FE
Briere MinutTs
Gran Raphis
Singer
Matthews Bros
Chamberlain
INTER
W. S
Bank of Grand Rapids Waat
Gondald
Black Creek
X. A. Goddard
Cage
Jinpe
Miss Martha Schinken
Vox
Winck Greek
Reptere
Assis
Ernest Rindele
Jefferson
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