American Soldier Joins British Army In Mufti
An American militiaman recounts leaving in Jersey City after Lusitania sinks, sailing to England, and attempting to enlist in the Royal Fusiliers. He faces neutrality limits, tries recruiting civilians, and ends with a failed attempt after a flawed medical by a brisk recruiting team.
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Tottenham Court Road
Lord Kitchener
Tommy Atkins
Tommy
The
Royal Fusiliers
London
Lansing
Officers' Training Corps
Ogden
Utah
RASPBERRIES YIELD VARIATIONS AND PROPAGATION METHODS
The article explains how yields of red purple and black raspberries vary by variety and care, with New York state averages 1000–1400 quarts per acre and best fields higher. It covers propagation from nurseries, suckers, root cuttings, and cane cuttings, plus tips on pruning and planting in new plantations.
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United States
New York State
Over the Top true story of trench warfare
American Sergeant Empey recounts his two year early WWI service on the French front. The narrative covers grim fighting, methods and courage of soldiers, and is tempered with humorous moments that reveal the human side of war.
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Empey
Empey Encounters Coo Ties Amid French Gunfire
In training quarters Empey hears big guns in France and meets the “coo ties.” The next installment promises full accounts of his experiences.
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France
Newport News Name Origin From Newport’s Return
In Virginia early days communication relied on ships and residents gathered for news from England. A hoped for return of Captain Newport sparked a large turnout, giving the place its name later shortened to Newport News.
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Newport News
Virginia
Newport
England
Eradicate Apple Tree Pest Warns USDA Paint Coat Method
The USDA advises treating apple tree borers with a thick linseed oil and white lead paint coat. Remove surface earth, scrape loose bark, apply paint about a foot above ground, and repeat annually in early spring before beetle peak.
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United States Department of Agriculture
The Soldier's Mother
A reflective monologue from a mother torn between demanding her soldier son seek safety and urging him toward honorable service. She questions the price of perfection and urges courage, loyalty, and defense of home, country, and family. The piece contrasts gentleness with duty and explores the tension between protection and national service.
Poultry in Back Yards
The article discusses keeping poultry in city back yards as a potential economical food source. It notes conditions for feed, space, soil, shade, ventilation, and keeper skill, with guidelines on coop size, space per bird, and management practices to sustain a small flock and produce enough eggs for a family.
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United
Department of Vericulture
Fois
Corhis
Roger Linncotter
Han Owelen
Teberny
Etnek
Otto
Fragmented Reflective Note on Industry and Society
A fragmented piece critiques industrial decline and social neglect. It laments teething troubles in the atoll era metaphor and hints at by products of tuition and fabrics. The text questions modern production and the fragility of life under looming propudition and economic strain.
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Atoll
Government Remount Plan Aims to Build Cavalry Horse Stocks
The remount program by the U S Department of Agriculture seeks to improve horse breeds for cavalry and artillery use. Authorized stallions from Thoroughbred American Standardbred and Morgan lines are bred in Vermont New Hampshire Virginia West Kentucky and Tennessee. Owners contract to breed mares and deliver a colt at one year old for a fixed price with no fees if the horse proves unsuitable. Since 1878 the plan has produced thousands of colts and expanded to farm work, education, and national defense, emphasizing soundness and utility.
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Agric
United States
Congress
Vernont
Hampshire
Virginia
Kentucky
Tennemce
Ore
Ware
Cervicnte
Mileny
Murome
Breeding of Beef Woes and Cattle Improvement
A fragment notes U S Agriculture guidance on breeding beef cattle to improve meat quality and carcase yield. It emphasizes selecting animals with desirable body conformation and muscle to maximize value and price.
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Leutenant
Jersey National Guard
New York
Lusitania
Washington
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Tilbury
St. Pancras Station
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Zeps
Mufti
Wheat Sheof
Guy Empey
Llort
Traci
Nike Agen
Elyan
Daloty
Lena
Elielvelid
United Statesment of Agriculture
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