US Circular Clarifies Armed Merchantmen Rights
A State Department circular issued under President Wilson defines how armed merchant ships are viewed in wartime. It states neutral vessels may arm for protection while belligerents may arm for defense, with evidence determining status on the high seas. The note contrasts ship status in neutral ports versus open waters and outlines proofs needed to treat ships as warships or armed merchantmen.
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Wassonston
United States
State Department
Wilson
Ayeressi
State of Arti Vba
Nentia
Arnie Inerelmantnen
Mebardal
Austen
Th. Piers
Vorianisaia Cardia
Diatanee
Jumanent
Ahanhipine
Hot Water and Limestone Phosphate Detox Regimen
A health pamphlet extols drinking hot water with one teaspoon of limestone phosphate each morning to cleanse the stomach, liver, kidneys, and intestines. It claims the practice neutralizes toxins, prevents headaches and digestive issues, and is a simple home-health measure used by many to purify the body.
Unclear Names Gathered For Cradle Wall Event
An OCR fragment lists numerous individuals and informal notes about a community event in Progress, mentioning new names added to the Cradle Wall and various social visits. It references Betty Hees, Mareslius Vinhed, Ra's Stanford, and Elmer Hypards among others, with scattered mentions of wives, Sundays, and local households.
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Wal Tossazre
Betty Hees
Eveni
Sep
Franentedhler
Clyne
Uae
Ehnings
Elrest
Baldwin
Albert Wilkins
Reasurer
Edith Schwalin
Ardisrver
Ira Hird
Roclkhold
No More Sore Feet Gladden Dives into Comfort
An old advertisement claims relief from sore burning feet with a restorative product. It promises painless days, reduced corns and blisters, and renewed comfort for workers and dancers alike. The copy touts a 35 cent box plus an offer to mail for a trial sample and references a year’s foot comfort for five cents.
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Drites
Hood's Sarsaparilla Ad Promises Blood Cleansing
An old advertisement extols Hood's Sarsaparilla as a safe effective tonic for cleansing and enriching the blood. It claims to improve energy sleep appetite and complexion through a forty year proven record. The piece also references various social events and local names in a fragmented community column.
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Hood
Surprise Yet Unclear Family Event Described
A fragmentary account details a family gathering and a hearse scene with several adults and children, mentioning Habert Saul and others. The text references a parent figure and a returning group, with scattered details about a ceremony or station wagon setting and a family dispersal to Kansas City for their children.
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el Devi
Waa
Palen
Saul
Wits Proguss
Alain
Hwonking
Hogie S'Beesive
Wansas City
Hemato HEMO Elixir Promises Healthful Nutrition
Advertisements tout HEMO as a nutritious malted milk beverage rich in iron and beet juice. Targeted claims describe it aiding nervous women, children, overworked workers, and convalescents. The pitch offers a 50c package with a satisfaction guarantee by Dick Dros, druggist.
Indigestion Remedy Ad And Local Family Notice
A fragmented column notes ELL-ANS Absolutely Removes Indigestion with a sample claim. The rest lists numerous names and relations from Overbrook and surrounding areas, mixed with scattered phrases and typos. The tone resembles a social column blending ads and local notices in a single page snippet.
Baldwin Freshmen Wear Caps After Meeting
Freshman class at Baldwin voted to uphold school precident and wear caps only on campus. On Wednesday morning, all freshmen appeared with caps, following a council decision after President Mason advised the measure. The item prompted a public display of cap adherence among students and mirrored student council action.
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Slaght
Mason
German Officials In Charge Of District Inspect Jewish Farms
Fragmentary text describes German authorities in Brest-Litevsk and surrounding areas directing district inspectors to monitor Jewish farmers. It mentions forced relocation to farms, confiscated or abandoned properties, and efforts to employ Jews for agricultural work amid wartime control. Detailing surveillance, defenses, and local institutions, the account references public works and school matters intertwined with occupation.
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Jevish Parmners
Brest-Litevsk
Essize
Tyre
Abandaneal Farms
Avin
Hrissiah
Delais
Mandverlag
Bentley
Anton
Heare
Cement Saaspony
Mother s Friend touted for safe use during confinement
An ad promotes Mother's Friend as a natural, drug free remedy for expectant mothers, claiming it eases pain and anxiety, supports maternal organs, and offers comforting benefits.Bradfield Regulator Co. offers free copies to pregnant women and urges purchasing through local druggists for relief during childbirth.
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Bradfield Regulator Co
Lamar Edy
Awanta
Dutch Leaving Germany to Return to Holland
The Unie reports many workingmen’s families heading back to the Netherlands from Germany. The exodus reflects widespread factory slowdowns due to material shortages and disrupted operations across Rhine regions and nearby districts.
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Holland
Unie
Netherlands
Darelworkstert
Borbalt
Mob Pressure at Topeka Jail Over Lynchings
A mob gathered outside the Lawrence jail seeking the release of Bissell. Reports say the Topeka area crowd moved toward the jail while authorities prepared for possible rescue efforts and debated surrounding the imprisonment with lawmen and university figures.
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Diet Bissell
Ian Atin
Fhouse
Francino
Lawrence
Apne
Joh Honial
Topeka
Vern
Aia
Lawrence Iston Xour Jiaml
Ch Bissell
Prisntis
Lansit
Othe
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