Nationwide Health Drive Keeps Distance Between Populations
Washington reports extraordinary measures by the public health service to prevent disease spread between civilian and military groups around camps. Health zones in twenty states coordinate with Red Cross funds and local authorities to control communicable diseases, inspect milk, manage sewage, and vaccinate, aiming for lasting public health improvements even after federal support ends.
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British Small Arms Factory Aims At Vast Output
A Birmingham plant is approaching a million rifles and 500000 machine guns yearly. It employs 10000 workers and has a large canteen serving 5000 meals daily. Percy Martin of Columbus Ohio is the managing director. Meals cost eighteen cents in the officers’ dining room and twelve cents for workers. Health of workers is prioritized.
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Percy Martin
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England
Black Draught touted for digestive relief in Kentucky tale
A Meadowsville resident, 65, credits Black Draught with improved digestion, appetite, and strength after constipation and lazy liver left her weak. The ad promotes Thedford’s Black-Draught as a long used household remedy for stomach and liver troubles, priced at 50 cents per package with one cent per dose.
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Thedford
Three Women Seek Parliament Seats in Britain
London reports indicate three women candidates may run in the next general election. Miss Keighley, Miss Margaret Bondfield, and Mrs Philip Snowden are named in the Independent Labour list as prospective parliamentary contenders. A debate over whether women may stand or be sworn in is cited as needing court clarification.
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Woman's Auxiliary Praised for Notable WWI Efforts in France
London April 5. The Woman's Auxiliary Corps has done commendable work in the recent heavy fighting in France and has received special mention from authorities. They refused transport to safety for an army school unit, marched fifteen miles, and aided during the crisis by feeding tired officers and men while preserving the credit of the corps and the army.
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