Refugees flood Holland as deserters and spies rise
Deserters from the German army and war refugees stream into the Netherlands, swelling immigration and prompting Holland to brace with cures against espionage and frontier controls. A weekly pro socialist publication operates in Amsterdam for refugees while German agents seek deserter names to pressure families. Barracks and a camp will house and disinfect incoming Germans and potentially dangerous elements. Government assures Parliament that if war reaches Holland, precautions will be stricter than expected.
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N. Bosboom
Readjusting Ambition in Young Men
A Detroit Free Press quote notes many young men begin with ambition but quickly realize work is required to progress and instead choose leisure, such as playing pool, to fill their time.
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Detroit Free Press
Ready for Rest and the Olive Tree Symbolism
A historic snippet cites a quotation on turning from unjust criticism to earnest work. It discusses learning from every experience and the value of focus. The olive tree is linked to civilization and biblical symbolism, appearing in Genesis and Judges and representing prosperity and divine blessing.
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Naime
David
First Umbrella Makes Sensation in Early America
The first umbrella arrived in Baltimore and created a great sensation as an Indian import. It spread quickly to Philadelphia and New York. Mrs. S K Jenkins left today for her home in Mexico New Mexico after visiting here with friends.
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Baltimore
India
Philadelphia
New York
S. K. Jenkins
Mexico
New Mexico
Milk Lady Replaces Linnaic War Figure in Comfort First Decisive Role
A milk lady steps into a pivotal position described as Comfort First decisis sy aft this English phrase. The narrative notes her attire including trousers and blouse as compatible with her duties, while shirts are deemed less suitable for her work.
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Decisis
Lemon skin lotion from two lemons and orchard white
A beauty tip advises mixing lemon juice with three ounces of orchard white in a bottle to create a quarter pint of lemon lotion. Strain to remove pulp, store for months, and apply daily to face neck arms and hands to whiten soften and refresh skin.
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Adv
The Price of Cremonas
The advance in Cremona violin prices over the past twenty years has been extraordinary. Violins once costing hundreds are now valued in the thousands as demand for Stradivarius and Guarnerius masterpieces surges worldwide.
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Cremona
Stradivarius
Guarnerius
Miss Catherine Oder Returns From Salina Visit
Miss Catherine Oder came back last night after staying with Dr. and Mrs. M. G. Cockey in Salina where she had been their guest.
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Catherine Oder
Salina
M. G. Cockey
Playground notes and early baseball standings snapshot
Oliver Hobbs and Brigham Mark well pick cherries while Leo Piper runs a pop stand on Ninth and New Hampshire. A few Playground boys seek snow shoveling jobs as authorities warn against idleness amid crisis. Garland Coffman weeds potatoes for Mr Pardee. The Giants beat the Cubs as pitchers allow few hits. Early league leaders include Lupton and Crites at 400, Putnam and Mackie at 300, Weed at 600. standings show Red Sox 2 0, Giants 2 1, Cubs 0 1.
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Brigham Markwell
Leo Piper
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New Hampshire
Garland Coffman
Mr. Pardee
Giants
Cubs
Snider
Pennington
Weed
Cub
Lupton
Crites
Putnam
Red Sox
Mackie
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