Farm wage offers shift across Kansas Missouri and South Dakota
Kansas and Missouri farm hands draw $35 to $40 a month while South Dakota counties offer $40 to $60 monthly with transportation. W. W. Brown of the cooperative employment bureau warns farmers must pay fair wages and provide living conditions to attract help. He notes a coming rush of unskilled workers to farms if wages lag behind competitors.
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Kansas
South Dakota
Kansas City
W. W. Brown
Co-Operative Federal and State Employment Bureau
Mr. Brown
Missouri
Brown
Milk supply at risk as war impacts children health
Washington reports the Children’s Bureau warns war conditions threaten milk for children. Milk is vital. rising feed costs and potential dairy shortages could imperil child nutrition unless drastic measures protect dairy production and supply.
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America
Government Bureau
Washington
Theatien
Children's Bureau
United States Department of Labor
Europe
Children’s Bureau
The
Labor Department
Eskimos Face Pressure Over Name Change
Text notes that the term Eskimos is rejected by some as a misnomer meaning outer fish eaters. It mentions the original Americans of the far north and their dislike of the term, with World Out- referencing push for a respectful alternative.
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Far Nek
Seed testing method to evaluate corn ears and kernels
Guidelines describe a simple home seed test using cloth testers, nails, and wicks. Five kernels per ear are tested in numbered cloth spaces, rolled and wetted, then kept moist over time to assess germination and vigor. The process is inexpensive and can be done indoors with family help.
How to Read the Test After One Week Strang
A short guide outlines techniques to interpret a test after seven days. It emphasizes reviewing questions carefully and checking explanations to identify errors. Tips include noting missed concepts and planning targeted practice.
Seed corn drive urged for 1918 crop safeguards
County agents and emergency agents push teachers to test seed corn at home and report availability for 1918. Prompt teacher action could avert a dismal 1918 crop. Also: educational survey at Camp Funston shows 30 percent of trainees beyond sixth grade and only 2.6 percent never attended school, with various schooling levels represented among the men.
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Camp Funston
Kans
G. C. Dotzeur
National Army
Guide Book Shortage Discussed for Cantonment Use
The article notes a shortage of guide books for troops with 7 in their libraries and mentions various regions and figures. It references sending guides to cantonments and cites General Derene Li Posner as part of the discussion.
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Ieee
Bnok Edevker
Navy
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Fragmented OCR text presents no clear names places dates or events. The readable portion suggests a garbled note with scattered terms likely unrelated to a coherent news item. No identifiable entities or actions suitable for a summary card.
Fragmentary OCR Note Reveals Ambiguous Local Details
A garbled OCR snippet mentions a person named Tom and a hotel setting in Herault. It references a novel treatment and a mysterious departure near a broad window, with shelves and a plant described. Details are unclear and require clarification.
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Wiley Oni
Uae
Pertel
Ois Hove Drac
Unclear Medical Claims On Internal Baths And Medicines
Fragmentary OCR notes describe alleged medicines and syrups for infants and children with warnings of no medicine for 1 hour or four years. It references a company and ads claiming certain health benefits, with uncertain claims and safety cautions.
Spendthrift Dreams Amid Snowbound Night
A group in a wintry scene dreams of wealth and a life of style while debating duties and sacrifices. Waters reflects on family needs, offering a vision of a party at home, but real paths split between money, travel, and lasting affection.
Noon Superstition and Moon Folklore
Fragmentary text presents a puzzle of superstition about the sun and moon. It references shadows at night and a wishful idea of the moon’s absence. No clear events, dates, or identifiable individuals are readable from the snippet.
Collar Bone Injury Noted In Repeated Fractures
Medical brief notes the collar bone repeatedly breaks more often than other bones during injuries. The text mentions pain and recovery concerns but lacks clear patient or setting details.
Fragmented Prompt on Musical Sources and Terms
A garbled request discusses listing music sources and a mix of terms. It mentions a goat metaphor, ordering and classing items, and a reference to the Australian Push with air notes. The text is unclear and lacks a coherent article or event.
Knew His Ailment and Office Rush Cited in Fragment
Fragmentary text shows a patient complaining of quick constipation and a clerk noting a rush to buy items. The scene references a doctor’s advice and a Boston Transcript line about meals and a busy office.
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Boston Transcript
Dandruff Treatment Promise Seems to Ruin Hair
A garbled ad style notice urges readers to fight dandruff with an overnight shampoo. It claims a specific paste to apply to the scalp and promises complete dissolution of dandruff, implying dramatic hair improvement if followed exactly.
Reasons for the Purchase of W.S.S. War Bonds
The text extols buying War Savings Stamps as a duty that strengthens character and confidence while boosting national resolve. It frames the purchase as a patriotic exercise to support the war effort and maintain mental steadiness during hardship.
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National Crop Improvement Service
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Strang
United States
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Thos Wie
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Maverial
Pgeliee Siork Miller
Hasell
Alain Ppp
Mael
Leghawe
Min
Tesk
Herault
Chainees
Meve Poisen
Laer and
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A Rae Z
Sswest Lore For
Ereaaae
Wes
Tratipse
Saveereay
Tyne
Usiek Ori
Gabe Hs
Tutoi
Spendthrifts
Isis
Hugh Waters
Warmenough
Sheuhi
Hive Waters
Hudsons
Anya
Martain
Hugh Denurrert
Dave
Hudson
Cours
Lia
Opty
Els
Hugh
E. R. Rare
Main Sr
Marshall, Mich
Fanon
W.S.S
Peoples State Bank
Jaedicke
Mass
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