Changes in Flag Standards Across Government Departments
An executive order dated May 2 standardizes flag form and size across departments except in the army and navy. The article traces evolving flag designs from 18 stars and 18 stripes to the Star Spangled Banner, notes historic flags in the National Museum, and cites key milestones including Fort McHenry and the 1818 adoption of 18 stripes with a star for each state.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Army
Navy
National Museum
New England
Spain
Germany
Italy
United States
Congress
Battle of Base Mesker Hill
Paul Jones
Fort McHenry
Baltimore
Key
Washington
Vermont
Kentucky
Mooroo'n
War Department
Taft
Pertainmander
Charles 8. Boggs
U. S. Navy
Varuna
Farragut
New Orleans
Benjamin ¥. Butler
Fortress Monros
Virginia
Ita
Cty
Gener . Butler
Salem Heights
Hazen
Fort McAllister
U. S. & Kearsarge
Alabama
Herbert Winslow
Kearsarge
Richmond
Pennsylvania Volunteers
Capitol
Ord
First American Flag Signals a Historic Rite
A fragment recounts early U S flag milestones. The Bedford Massachusetts schooner saluted in the British Downs on February 8, 1781, greeting the rising nation. John Paul Jones hoisted the first flag on the Ranger, marking naval recognition of the new government.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Masaachusetts
British Downs
Navy
John Paul Funes
Olen Foun
Ranger
Prince
German Ship Planned Giant Bomb Under War Time Plot
The article details German sabotage attempts on the Koenig Wilhelm during peacetime, including damaged engine cylinders, hidden explosive cotton setups, and a plan to rig pistons with copper pins to trigger blasts. After the U.S. seized vessels, officials found four damaged cylinders and began repairs, while other parts were inspected for explosives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Germany
United States
Stara and Stripes
Blana
New York World
North River
West One Hundred
Congress
Koenig Wilhalm
Sibe
Morse Dry Dock and Repair Company
South
Brooklyn
Sesanus
Croton
Nabentos
Orst
Keight
Koenig Witners
Flag for Bunker Hill Memorial Unfurls Stars and Stripes
Miss Goldie Ota, a Charlestown girl, recalled the flagless Bunker Hill monument. Miss Charkk noticed the omission before a private ceremony, and a silent act unfurled the Stars and Stripes atop the memorial dome honoring America’s victories.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Goldie Otatuk
Charlestown
Charkk
Bunker Hill
Quny
America
Mies Charnt
Germans to Rewrite Bible Reflects German Moral Supremacy
A Berlin newspaper excerpt asserts Germany will rewrite the Bible after the war to demonstrate intellectual and moral superiority. It calls for a board of experts to produce a renewed Bible “instinct with the German spirit of kultur and morality,” for national and global uplift.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hague
Ereucseiteng
Berlin
England
Germany
MORMONS SEEK NAVY GARMENT WAIVER IN SALT LAKE
Lieut Edwin Guthrie seeks navigation bureau permission to modify navy rules so Mormon members who wear temple undergarments can enlist. Lt Ciubrie says few applicants have contacted him after discussions. The church garment allegedly differs from navy standards and a waiver is sought to allow service while remaining compliant.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Salt Lake
Utah
Mormon Church
Edwin Guthrie
Baroa of Navigation
Ciubrie
Oavy
Acinia
United States
Tiny Garden Between Skyscrapers Halts Hidden Space
In Vortland a small garden between two tall buildings survives in a busy district. A crude sign reads keep off and the plot, once grassy, shows patches of earth and resilience amid urban sprawl.
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Partland
Oren
Businam
Vortland
Airmen of Allies Seek American Pilots for War Effort
The article notes British and French aviation officers urge quick American entry by sending pilots and aircraft to join Allied squadrons. It argues training abroad is essential, risks are justified, and as pilots prove themselves they may return to bolster U S forces. It emphasizes rapid American involvement and the value of youth joining aviation to support the war.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
England
France
Plaas
United Eastes Army
Thees
Min
Giytog
Buttlefeld
Almont
Tratulus
Deltulm
Frank Tinney Arrest Rumors In New York City Lights
A garbled list of names and places hints at a Frank Tinney related incident at a Navy station on East Twenty something street. The text mentions a comedian and unclear amounts or payments, suggesting a sensational but unreadable local note from the era.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Tinney
Mary
New York
Mavy Twerull
East Twentymrc
Etree
Frank Taney
Comediim
Thoney
Golive
Amt
Verilliney
Feed formulation notes for high protein content balance
The fragment discusses protein content in feeds, noting that MDXING AND WEIGHING FEED may be low in protein. It mentions legume bays like al falfa clovers cowpeas and other crops as high protein sources. Grain concentrates are chief protein sources and should be limited. It ends with simple rules for mixing grains with roughage for a balanced feed.
Treatment notes for ewe udder inflammation and milk fever
The text advises immediate attention to ewe udder inflammation and milk fever during lambing. It suggests bathing the udder with hot water, drying it, rubbing with turpentine and lanolin or diluted acetone, keeping it wet briefly, and milking thoroughly after each treatment. A good dose of epconi malts is recommended when the trouble is noticed.
Pig identification marks substitute for permanent seal
Ear marks identify swine as substitute for permanent cartilage tags to seal lineage. The system uses ear numbering to register purebred hogs, with cuts in ear tissue serving as identifiers under registry rules.
Simple Ear Marking Illustration Explains Ears
A damaged OCR fragment describes ear positions and soclaion in an illustration. It notes the right ear for certain uses and references terms like Parm and Home, though many words are unclear or misspelled.
Care of Horses’ Shoulders At Obie College
The Obie College of Agriculture offers guidance on protecting horses shoulders from strain and injury during heavy work. Advice emphasizes cleaning, proper grooming to remove dandruff and dirt, and cautious handling after long shifts to prevent soreness and wear on the harnessed animal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Obie College of Agriculture
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Starry Banner
Mexico
Continental Congress
Comtinental Congress
Columbia
Bedford
Koenig Wilhelm
Linares
Koenig Wilhelm Will Geen
Walved
Wealghing and Miding
Cements Fens
Bnidos
Meredith
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