Soldier superstitions and luck charms in the front line
The article surveys soldier beliefs about mascots, omens, and the number three on the front. It notes fears around third leaves and third cigarettes, myths linking luck to dates and animals, and tales of fatalism and chance occurrences that shape conduct in battle.
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Jeet
Qld
Bouthers
H. Thorburn Clarke
Lisya
Ofleer
France
Pew
Greece
Gun‘Gay
Mons
Aabel
Loos
Local Literary Gems from English as It Was
A brief look at recent local exchanges amid a crowded season. The author cites observations from the Daily Examiner on Roberta Creek FPI notes and a critique of a school teacher, then praises South Grafton Clarion for a spring show poem and District Exhibition takings noting cautious optimism despite wartime depressions.
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Supreme Court
Mys Grafton Argus
Eeaminer
Roberta’ Creek
F.P.I
J.W. Morrissy
Booth Arm
Dougherty
Woman APY and Spy Frenzy Stir Chicago Clubs
Cartoonish Herald mocks wartime espionage fever citing John Barrett urging vigilance against female spies. It reports a secretary’s arrest at a major electrical supplier tied to German Mexico communications and a Navy order for curtain material. The piece hints at alimony jokes amid sensationalized concerns.
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John Barrett
Pas American Union
Chicago
United States
Particulary
Washington
Trussia
Anya
Nemes Epy
United Stmes
Snys
New York ‘‘Sun
Secret Service
Navy Department
Mexico
Genta
What I Am Getting Out of the War A Young Wife’s Story
A war widow’s wife details hardship after the death of her baby and years of sorrow. She describes neglect, weight loss, and neglect of duty until her husband’s draft, then a turning point toward self discipline. She vows to work, support others, and regain respect, fearing a hard return if her husband survives.
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Ory
Jad
Fortitess
UT IS GUT President Wilson Remarks Spark Controversy
The speech quoted shows President Wilson denouncing perceived laziness among foreign born and especially Jewish people in the army. He argues newcomers and those born abroad face mistreatment, while the native born are seen as more capable. The remarks touch on political power and refugee rhetoric in a wartime context.
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Wilson Haa
Marchal
Marmot Levies
Mays
Countrisa
Mathouaes
Ustve Heen
Field noise and sermon details confuse New York preacher
Fragments describe Reverend Samuel McKibben of New York speaking in a field setting. The text mentions pulpits, comforts, and luxury as part of a larger religious gathering.
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Samual
McKibben
New York
Fail-safe Summary of Aged Recipe Fragments
A garbled, recipe dense fragment lists steps for multiple dishes. It references macaroni with white sauce, herb garnishes, bread crumb binding with eggs and frying, vegetable marrow a la Vitalienne, a potato and egg dish baked in a casserole, and a layered meat and vegetable bake with tomato, mushroom and gravy. It preserves dish names and some method notes.
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Djor
Cleaning and home care hints from a vintage guide
Readable fragments describe mending paints and polish steps for brass and windows. Tips include making brass bright with a paste, wiping with cloth, and using tissue for final pane polish. Household disinfectants and hardening earthenware are also outlined with basic prep steps.
War History and Press Censorship Reflections in 20th Century
In a reflective column the writer notes limited wartime reporting on German espionage and a controversial denial by several papers of Collier’sclaims about government interference. The piece discusses the difficulty of truth in war, the sourcing of war histories, and the challenge of citing witnesses after conflict. It touches on archives, memoirs, and personal letters from the era.
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Pot
Mathom
Providemes Journal
Collier
Nivelle
Camapel
Maries
Lisa, N.F
Meatless days haunt London satire on wartime rations
A fragmentary piece laments food shortages in England during wartime. It juxtaposes grim humor in London journals with a theatrical scene of sailors and markets, ending with a vivid, sorrowful image of Kirsteen and a haunting memory of scarce meat and rationing.
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England
London
Hare
To a Prospective Bride Poem Fragment
A clipped Victorian style verse laments marriage values from beauty to domestic skill. It praises plain honesty, recalls egg prices and wartime duties, and muses on love, motherhood, and choosing a mate for practical virtue rather than ornament. The text blends whimsy and social commentary in Towemsrove’s voice.
Best of All poem tribute to Liberty’s friends
The piece extols Liberty’s friends who funded and supported aid to the hungry by meat, bread, wine, wool, and ships. It links support to human valor and the world’s relief. It recalls Australia answering Freedom and praises those who give and stand by liberty.
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Friends of Liberty
The Trees From The Caller's Weekly
A humorous verse listing many trees with playful, nonsensical descriptions and quirky phrases about poplars, oaks, pines, and other timber species presented in a satirical catalog style. The piece imitates a readers’ riddle with mock classifications and exaggerated names.
GENTEY-GO Cryptic War Era Verse Reads Like Diary
Fragmentary poem lines reflect a child narrator recalling a father who went to war and nightly watch duties. The voice laments sleeplessness and mentions cold weather and distant guardianship, conveying a wartime household atmosphere through intimate memory.
Stay at Home Star a Poem of Service Flags
A brief poem reflects a family’s service flag in wartime. It speaks of a mother and father keeping faith as the sky fills with service stars. Each star represents a loved one serving, with a personal vow to keep hope bright for all involved.
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Mather
London to Birmingham Bootman did not have money
A passenger traveling from London to Birmingham asks for change but discovers his pocket contains no coin. The other two men express regret at not bringing funds, and the bootman sighs at the missed moment.
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London
Binningham
Thomas
Wisardi
Goolman
Alan
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