Turning Point of the War in Picardy Front
Allies push across 20 miles of Picardy front capturing 20 000 prisoners and 300 heavy guns as tanks armored cars and cavalry aid a major advance. Montdidier faces evacuation while Haig’s forces press. observers call the development a turning point of the war with Germany potentially forced to retreat.
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Ayrethwest
Montdidier
Calgary
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Zes
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Getz
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LaBassee
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Lys
Somme
Avre
Soissons
Montdidier Salient
Ondon
America
Channel
Paris
Power outages highlight distant generation and faulty switches
Residents faced five or six short outages Friday afternoon as imported electricity failed to arrive from outside the city. North Carolina Public Service Co faced blame for most disruptions, while a faulty switch and apparatus in use by the Southern Power Co caused several cuts. Experts had reviewed lines and recommended improvements, but yesterday’s outages suggest further work is needed to deliver reliable local power.
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Southern Power Company
North Carolina Public Service Company
No Angelus but prayers urged across North Carolina
The Raleigh report notes prayers for Allied success in the war are offered across NC cities. Governor Bickett’s proclamation spurs evening prayers at halls and churches, with Sunday War Prayer Union sessions and regular church prayers for the soldiers “over there.” The piece urges all Americans to attend church tomorrow.
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Angelus
Tell it to the marines and the draft
The piece notes that many youths view enlistment in the Marines as the best option as the draft looms. It mentions Tar Heels fighting in France may vote in the North Carolina election, with the post office permitting official ballots to be sent to soldiers, ensuring they have a voice while abroad.
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France
North Carolina
Post Office Department
Yester
Bolshevik Government Losing Cohesion Cited by Lawrence
David Lawrence in Washington portrays the Bolshevik government as steadily losing cohesion. The claim rests on months of believed substantiation and reflects ongoing concern about the regime’s unity.
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David Lawrence
War names drift as conflict expands and rumors swirl
The piece notes how wars bring numerous familiar names into focus as fighting spreads, mentions a German marshal, hints at Lenine contemplating war on Japan, and claims allies gained ground before campaign against the Germans. It reflects wartime chatter and sentiment without specific events.
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Ming
Voice of the People on Stlvester Newlin's Death in High Point
A Richmond reader recalls Rev Sylvester Newlin, praising his devout life and impact in High Point. The letter notes his preaching, prayer, and influence on souls, ending with a farewell to a respected minister and his lasting mantle.
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Stlvester Newlin
Lord Jesus Christ
High Point
Newlin
Sylvester
J. Wicker
Agents Wanted Patriotic Pictures and War Maps
Advertisement seeks agents to sell patriotic pictures maps atlases and household goods with promises of 300 percent profits. Claims five to ten dollars daily earnings and lists samples at 25 cents postage. Huse Sales Co Atlanta Ga.
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Huse Sales Co
Atlanta
Magic relief for corns and calluses with Freezone
A Cincinnati authority touts Freezone as a painless remedy. A quarter ounce costs a few cents and applied on the tender area it dries instantly and shrivels the corn or callus so it lifts away without irritating surrounding skin. Women are urged to keep it on the dresser to prevent reoccurrence.
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Cincinnati
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