YMCA Worker Aided Prisoners In German Camps
The condition of American prisoners in German camps was improved by Conrad Hoffman a YMCA worker allowed to stay in Berlin. He organized prisoner support and coordinated aid with the Red Cross and YMCA to supply food clothing money and necessities via channels through Paris and Berne Switzerland.
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Conrad Hoffman
Berlin
Hoffman
Germany
Americana
Mr. Hoffman
A. C. Harte
International Y. M. C. A
Berne
Switzerland
Red Cross
The
Paris
Bran and Flour Prices Show Uplift in Bran While Flour Stays Steady
In the Indianapolis News analysis, government milling restrictions ending did not curb costs. Bran rose 76 percent while flour barely moved. Milk producers warn of higher costs as feed prices rise, with a dairy contract keeping milk at 14 cents a quart until April 1. Critics urge relief not via higher milk prices, suggesting cheaper feed as cure.
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Indianapolis News
Indiana
Hurty
Anecdotes of a Millionaire from the Jayhawk
A sketch of John H Patterson, president of the al Cash Zoe ister Company, detailing lessons from his 18 month study of Patterson. The anecdotes cover leadership, efficiency, and salesmanship, including stories of a brainy trench worker, reducing problems to first principles, and dramatic classroom demonstrations to hold attention.
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Jayhawk
John H. Pattergon
al Cash Zoeister Company
United States
Patterson
Mniustrate
Pattterson
Dayton
Trish Permuasion
Indictment of 680 German Officers For War Crimes
A coagulated call from Belgian and French justice departments announces indictments against German officers and soldiers for wartime crimes. Witness affidavits and photographs from Gerbeviller recount brutal killings including the shooting of 13 elderly villagers, torture, and executions. The piece urges trial at the scene of crimes and execution if found guilty, warning that society demands justice and consistency in punishment.
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Departments of Justice
Belgium
France
Allied Conference
Department of Justice
Berlin
Munich
Gerbeviller
Krauss
Mirman
Fuimed
Lawrence Chamberlain
Leon Dabo
Julie
Eugenie Perrin
Red Cross
Francois
Sister Julie
Monaleur Barthelemy
Britain on contraband and freedom of the seas wartime view
The article argues that modern warfare outgrows old contraband rules and rigid blockades. It notes risks from U boats and air power and foresees changes in maritime warfare including potential airship and aircraft roles. It concludes with Britain’s stance to maintain sea freedom while ensuring safety and exploring a league of nations.
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England
The
Hague
Prac
Collingwood
Army
Navy
Paris
la Comite Juridique International de l'Aviation
Civil Aerial Transport Committee
Germany
United States
League of Nations
New Tanning Agent From Snow Brush Explored
San Francisco researchers at the University of California report snow brush, a chaparral species once deemed worthless, may be used to tan leather. A California forest service official notes the plant shows promising tanning properties and a local tannery is testing the material.
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San Francisco
Mall
California
University of California
Wth
R. PF. Math
States Forest Service
Francisco
Mammatt
Promoting Friendliness and Peace Abroad
A disjointed notice notes America easing foes with England and France by practical methods. It mentions the Advocate of Peace and a plan for mutual acquaintance. United States scientists are planning a study visit to Europe, signaling a shift from old provincial days.
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America
Engand
France
United States
Europe
Exchange of Scholars Bridges U S and France in War Era
Wilson at the AFL convention in Buffalo quotes Charles Lamb on not hating a man you know. The era of the United States at the Vernalnes conference will have 21 leading scholars from the home nation aiding expert advisers in Paris and abroad. The exchange of ideas is a growing passion as Omnia become Theraauvancy See.
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United States
Vernalnes
Paris
America
Norah’s Accomplishments in Multilingual Practice
A compact note highlights Norah mastering languages with early successes in French Spanish and other dialects. The brief celebrates progress in pronunciation and vocabulary, noting enthusiasm and steady growth in a classroom setting.
America Must Feed the World and Seek Lasting Peace
Hoover urges 20 million tons of food to Europe in the coming year to avert chaos and sustain peace. He warns production and conservation are essential as half the world’s food must come from America, with farm and kitchen armies continuing beyond the armistice until normal order returns.
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United States
Europe
U. S
Herbert Hoover
Eusrope
America
Army of the
Kitchen
Wilson
Six Minutes That Started World War I Warned by Lord Harcourt
London January 6 Lord Harcourt recalls that it took six minutes to inform the British empire England was at war on August 4 1914. He describes the cabinet room vigil at 11 30 PM Berlin time the swift dispatch of war telegrams to colonies and islands and notes preprepared plans guiding protectorates in wartime. The piece contrasts war with pestilence as a harsher path to thinning the weak.
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Patterson
John HW
Associated Press
London
England
Lord Harcourt
Empire Parliamentary Association
Downing Street
Berlin
Big Ben
Colonial Office
Pacific
Colonial Committee of Defense
Colonies For Canada Annexation Talks in Official Circles
A dispatch from the American chamber of commerce in Canada says discussion of annexation or closer ties with West Indian colonies is ongoing. Canadians, who trade with the region, advocate reciprocity as West Indian producers seek new markets while Canada’s postwar debt and sugar imports shift economic calculations.
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Canada
West Indies
American Chamber of Commerce
Porto Rico
United States
Pestilence and War Attitudes In Public Rhetoric
A Des Moines Tribune item discusses public views on pestilence and war, noting judge FL Prouty addressing an audience and delivering a sharp retort to critics of policy. It reflects on how many people hold or avoid concrete thoughts about conflict and casualty, with remarks about prolongation and impact.
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Prouty
Evening Tribune
Des Moines Tribune
Judge & FL
Resume the Gold Standard and After War Trade
The London cables report the committee on financial facilities for after war trade urges resuming the gold standard promptly to curb inflation from short term government borrowing. It argues England’s return means the same as in the United States, where free gold payments were never truly made during the war. Both nations operated on a paper basis, causing price surges. the US should act quickly to end the gold export embargo and compete with England.
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New York Tribune
London Cables
Committee On
England
United States
Treasury
Matel Patriola Writes Of War Romance In Letter From Over Bare
A garbled wartime note from Matel Patriola expresses longing for a loved one. The writer speaks of knitting helmets and sweaters, sending tobacco and magazines, and hoping the addressee thinks of her. She wonders about his feelings amid danger, insisting she believes he loves her.
Yanks Saving Their Wages in World War I Era Report
The article notes American soldiers saving most of their pay, sending large portions home. It cites government allotments and life insurance deductions, with Y M C A figures showing soldiers in four of five huts sending more money home than spent on canteen goods, reflecting strong frugality.
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Pershing
Bia
Red Triangle
Not a King Geewhillikines Cheerful Ballad
A speaker reflects on humble circumstances and misfortunes, contrasting them with royalty. He recalls envy of the Kaiser’s throne but resolves to endure hardship proudly, singing and smiling despite troubles from poverty illness and theft. He proclaims gladness at not being a king.
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Kaiser Bill
Big Estate Broken Up Near Sutherland Sale
From the Outlook, Country Life advertises an auction of northern portions of the Sutherland estates extending to about 200,10 acres. The duke of Sutherland owns about 1,955,460 acres. The tract offers access to the salmon rivers Naver and Halladale for potential buyers.
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Country Life
London
Duke of Suterland
Naver and
Halladale
Court quarrel ends with appeals to higher courts
A Boston Transcript report notes a quarrel between two men who argued in court. The loser warned of taking the case to the circuit court and the winner agreed to appeal to the supreme court. The dialogue included mentions of an attorney and further legal action.
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Boston Transcript
Circuit Court
Supreme Court
Cairo
Linguistic Mix Up Sees Susan Question Visitor
A reader reads of a muddled exchange in a magazine where Susan and a guest mix up gender terms. Susan, surprised, asks about a boy, while the visitor insists there is no boy or girl, revealing a playful language misunderstanding.
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Everybody's
Susan
Hens Help Hatch Fish Through Novel Spawn Method
The article describes a Chinese spawn hatching method using hens to incubate fish eggs in shells and later release fry into warmed water. It notes a past business in this spawn hatching practice. The piece ends with a statement that the American Federation of Labor has over 3,000,000 members.
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The
American Federation of Labor
Benefits To Last Bring Women Relief Workers Together
Women who served in Red Cross and other war relief groups find a common meeting place and mutual sympathy beyond birth, wealth, or station. The text notes Kipling’s idea that all humans share a single humanity, and envisions many new expressions of this after the war as people adjust and rebuild society.
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Red Cross
Kipling
Judy O'Grady
Wma
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Bach
Baveral Yaar
Neo
By Newell
Dwight H
London Times
Norah
Klomet
Chiba
Matel Patriola
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