Pinkham’s Tea Aid for Expectant Mothers Reported
Pearl Monyhan of Mitchell describes relief from neuralgia and restored strength during pregnancy after using Mrs. Pinkham’s remedy. The note credits the product with improved wellbeing for herself and a healthier baby, and recommends the treatment to other expectant mothers.
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Judge asks verdict as foreman jokes about insanity
In a wartime humor note from Everybody's Magazine the judge probes the jury verdict and the foreman quips that the panel is all of one mind and temporarily insane. The excerpt showcases satirical courtroom banter surrounding a verdict.
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Everybody’s Magazine
Hair Darkening Formula Promises Gradual Gray Coverage
An old advertisement touts a home remedy to darken gray hair using a half pint of water with Bay Rum Barbo Compound and glycerine. It claims to color the hair without staining the scalp, making it glossy and non removable. The note invites druggists to mix it or customers to prepare at home.
France and America Essay by a French Schoolgirl
An excerpt titled France and America presents Bad Odette Gastine!'s view on Americas entrance into the war. It contrasts a metaphorical Yeer river between nations with a vast ocean and celebrates the crossing of hearts without crossing physical borders. The piece envisions ships speeding toward France as lighthouses appear, linking peoples across the Atlantic.
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Odette Gastine
America
France
League of Nations concept to end the war and shape peace
An advertisement argues a simple four point league of nations could end the war. It urges mutual territorial and political independence guarantees, reduced armaments, representative assemblies, and non trade with non members, aiming to bring central powers to terms or risk economic collapse.
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London Times
Germany
League
Brotherhood of Nations
Hnea
All Nations
Brotherhood
League of Nations
Debunking the Hon title in U S political ranks
The piece surveys usage of the title Hon in the Congressional Record and public documents. It notes that presidents governors mayors and legislators are not legally Hon but are often styled as such. It recalls historical proposals and the constitutional stance on titles.
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America
Mencken
New York Mail
Logus
Congress
Jackson
United States
Jon
T Belleva
Hon
Wisdom From the Chriathan Befence Monster Tale?
Fragmentary text recounts a legend of President Kruger judging a farm division between two brothers. It references Solomon like wisdom and a simple, masterful division. Mentions Antimony and mineral context unclear due to damaged OCR.
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Dom Paul
Kruger
Bolomon
Coor
Bolomen
Good Roads Reduce Cost Of Living
Opinion by P. G. Holden argues improved rural roads cut transport costs from farm to market. He notes slow speeds and light loads raise product prices, increase wear on teams and wagons, and waste time.
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P. G. Holden
Alabama
British Man Power Gains Amid War Hardships
A Manchester focused analysis argues Britain's manpower remains strong despite wartime strain. Births outpace deaths, sickness is down, and morale holds. Efforts area include baby stations, breast feeding, milk price controls, pasteurization, and urban dairies to protect infant health. The piece urges continued farmer support with seeds, tools, and tractors to boost production and transport improvements.
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Great Britain
Manchester
Germany
Belgium
National Department of Agricultural
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The Biggest of Gambies in Harvey North Dakota
The text describes a massive gambling game in the county likely tied to farming and weather. It contrasts the wagered time money and life against the odds of weather pests drought and storage charges. It hints at railroad blockades and government actions affecting farmers.
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Wall Street
Chicago
Cannes
Strong Words from the Ohio State Journal on German Attitudes
The Ohio State Journal cites Rabbi Wine's Milwaukee speech condemning apocryphal German criminality and urging Americans to stand for democracy. He argues patriotism depends on humanity, not heritage, and calls for support of the State and Stripes to uphold democratic values.
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Ohio State Journal
Rabbi Wine
Milwaukee
Germany
Ager
What Ruth Said
Ruth, returning from a frat dinner, is questioned by her mother about manners. Ruth affirms she was good and recalls saying grace to Mrs Brown before leaving, claiming she enjoyed herself and noting the dinner exceeded expectations.
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People’s Home Journal
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Mre. Brown
Nuptial Camouflage in Grinnell Ceremony
From Grinnell Iowa the ceremony unfolded with Umbenhaver officiating as Mendelasolh’s marriage took place. The bride entered on her brother Donald’s arm while mournful decor marked the moment for a wedding amid unusual decor.
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Shopper questions well dressed man as he mops in glove scene
An excited shopper in Birmingham confronts a well dressed man and asks what he has in gentleman's gloves, claiming the man is upsetting his wife. The scene centers on the man’s denial and the shopper’s accusations amid a tense exchange.
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Birmingham Age-Herald
Roll of Honor shows army sickness rates and camp health
The weekly report compares sickness and non effective rates for the army and national guard, listing camps with the highest and lowest cases of typhoid fever pneumonia and other illnesses. Hancock Georgia leads pneumonia cases. Camp Munston and Upton New York rank among the lowest.
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National Army
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Georgia
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Ale
Custer
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Sevier
MacArthur
Tex
Lee
Hancock
Devens
Mass
Dix
New Jersey
McClellan
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Ala
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South Carolina
Logan
Texas
Doniphan
Oklahoma
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Mississippi
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Jackson
Fuel From the Ash Pit
A Scientific American note laments wasteful coal burning in furnaces and urges reviving ash pit burning practices. It argues homeowners could save fuel by sifting ashes, claiming a daily shovelful per furnace could reduce coal shortages this winter.
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Scientific American
Dropping German Study Sparks Public School Debate
A state war of words questions German in public schools as two thirds of the German program vanishes. Proponents argue funding should shift to other subjects while noting the employment value of German study. Critics decry the move as cultural erosion and harmful inconsistency.
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Ohlo
Dourwar Lia
Kivid
Mie Ptinky
Germany
Infant's pleas move Chicago pastor into action
A Chicago clergyman recounts a touching tale of a mother and her sick infant. The child repeatedly asks to see her father and pastor, prompting the mother to explain the father's busyness. After a quiet pause the child declares she is very ill and must see her pastor at once.
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Chicago
Sleop
Mearty
Notable World War I Era Toast From Washington Tones
A garbled wartime toast from the Washington Times segments a martial chant honoring France and victory. It references North winds, fields of France, and the spirit of allied forces with faded names and phrases, reflecting a patriotic wartime voice.
August Flower touted as universal remedy for multiple ailments
Green's August Flower described as a household cure for constipation indigestion and nervous distress with claims of rapid relief after a few doses. It is labeled a gentle laxative and sold worldwide by doctors. A separate note reports the Methodist church in Japan gaining about 12 percent in membership during the last year.
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Methodist Church In
Japan
Hall’s Catarrh Medicine Promises Cures
A line ad touts Hall’s Catarrh Medicine as a cure for catarrh claiming to purify the blood and clear mucous surfaces. It states the remedy is taken internally and supports its effectiveness with testimonials and a free sample offer. The piece also notes a separate line about the U.S. army and navy payroll nearing 100 million monthly.
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MALL
Halls Catarris
HALL
F. J. Cheney & Co
Propa
Toledo
American Women No Slackers Promote Female Labor and Health
An essay extols American women's work ethic and resilience in contrast to other nations. It promotes Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription as a tonic for overworked or debilitated women and advertises medical advice from Dr. Pierce's Invalids' Hotel in Buffalo New York.
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Noghind
Dr. Pierce
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