German Plans to Rule Belgium and Occupied Lands
A Swiss report cites a Journal de something claiming Germany seeks firm control of Belgium and conquered territory. The piece notes possible exchanges over Briey and Calais, indemnity of 15 billion francs, restoration of Belgium’s territorial integrity with limits, and German garrison rights in Namur Liege and Antwerp.
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Vitzerland
de Hich
Germany
Beric
Paris
France
Ing
Briey
Calais
Dun- Terk
Belgium
Namur
Liege
Antwerp
Suffering Cats and The Gold Medal Sufferer
A Cincinnati author touts freezone as a remedy for corns. A few drops on tender corn allegedly relieves pain, softens, and shrivels the area without inflammation. The drug is described as a sticky ether compound that dries quickly and aims to remove hard skin from feet, especially for those wearing high heels.
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Cincinnati
German Government Terms Favor Belgians, Journal Claims
The Journal de Geneve reports the German government’s economic treaty terms favor Belgium, including railroads and ports, stating this is not pan German policy but the actual government program.
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Adel
Germany
Journal de Geneve
Parliament rejects two house plan in China move to single chamber
Peking reports Parliament as constitutional conference refused the bid for bicameral legislature. Advocates led by Dr Willoughby push for a single chamber of about 300 members to streamline government under the Nanking provisional constitution. A shift toward one house follows expert advice and reform pressure.
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Peking
Associated Press
China
Alpert Staradviser
Willoughby
House
Senate
Colorado Liquor Bill Passes After Long Session
Colorado assembly adjourned sine die after an eighteen hour session with the clock halted. The major action of the term was enacting a law regulating the importation of liquor for private consumption and wine imports for home use. The draft measure addresses private consumption and sets terms for shipment and oversight.
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Denver
Colo
Colorado Assembly
Morning hot-water cleanse promises health reform
A health ad describes drinking hot water with phosphate each morning to clear the stomach kidneys and bowels. It claims waste from daily food must exit the system to prevent toxins and ptomaine formation, promising calmer nerves and rosy health.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tia
Oiled earth roads improve but not a permanent fix
Manhattan Kansas March 27 state highway engineer W S Gearhart says oiled earth roads are better than common earth roads and shed water better though not as satisfactory as private roads. He notes oiling is most effective on smooth dry roads and outlines costs and application rates for initial and follow up treatments. He cautions on loose soils and advises dust control for city streets with sandy soils.
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Manhattan
Kan
W. S.S. Gearhart
Professor Gearhart
Gearhart
How Women Will Help In Enlistment Push In Melbourne
Australian Defence Minister George F Pearce says 16 500 men a month are needed to reinforce the expeditionary force. Despite weaker January enlistments, Director-General Recruiting Donald Mackinnon urges women to persuade eligible men to enlist, arguing that women’s influence is vital to the recruiting drive and sacrifice demanded of womanhood.
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Melbourne
Australia
George F. Pearce
Defence
Offic
War Office
Donald “Mackinnon
Wen' i
Federation of Clubs backs shopping hour reform in Lawrence
The Lawrence Federation of Clubs promotes a city wide movement urging stores to observe new shopping hours. The aim is to improve working conditions for employees and ease merchants in complying with closing time regulations.
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Federation of Clubs
Lawrence Federation of Clubs
Betes
Federation At Clubs
Crown Prince George of Greece poised as Constantine successor
Athens March 27 Crown Prince George of Greece has attended crown and cabinet councils as the King’s life is thought to be in peril. The 26 and a half year old Duke of Sparta trained as a soldier, served in the mobilized Greek forces, and now studies political developments in Greece preparing for possible succession. He owns a house in Athens and shares a fond interest in medieval antiques. American Vice Consul George I. Waller Jr. notes his Americanlike demeanor and straightforward, hardworking character.
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Constantine
Greece
Athens
Associated” Press
George of
Counens
Sparta
Wales
Britain
Saloniki
George
Andrew
Geo. I. Waller, Jr
George I
Creek
Mx Waller
Im l
United Stat
Frank, Harf
America
Germany aims to extend dominion to Indian Ocean
London March 27 Earl Curzon British War Council member and former viceroy of India told the Lords that Germany's aim to reach the Indian Ocean remains undisturbed and will not be defeated until the war ends. He noted Turkish control in Persia and Russian countermeasures, with Persia's troubles pegged to German influence.
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India
London
Associateds' Press
Germany
Indian Ocean
Earl Curzon
British War Council
House” of Lords
Lord Bryce
United States
Lord Curzon
Persia
Atlantic
Indias
Diapepsin Relief for Indigestion in Five Minutes
A historic ad copy promotes Diapepsin as a quick cure for dyspepsia. It claims relief from sour stomach, gas, and undigested food in five minutes, enabling people to enjoy meals again without fear. The text emphasizes widespread use and low cost.
Remedy for skin ills advertised with curiously dated claims
An advertisement extols a D. D. prescription as a specific for Zezema likened to quinine for malaria. It touts a mix of oil of Wintergreen and thymol, sold as a soothing skin remedy in 25¢, 50¢, and $1.00 bottles, with money-back assurance and druggist endorsement. The piece also reports Lord Curzon discussing Near East affairs, noting British hopes and Indian reinforcements to aid Russians against Turks, aiming to stabilize Persia and Mesopotamia.
Real Estate Transfers In Lawrence and Baldwin Areas
Warranty deeds recorded in Douglas and neighboring counties involve Jus Sones and wife, Wilkins of Baldwin, a Jeremiah Curtis sale at 4000 for 44 SW 4010 15 18 E. and parcels on High Street and Indiana Street. Yada Black Hulburt and husband Lakeland transfer to Lt. Meade. Mary L. DeWatteville and others unite in parcels in the northeast corner of Lot 1, Block 8, Dread Addition in Lawrence. Dreper and wife of Lawrence transfer to Margaret L. Chambers. Herman fell guardian Axyrendha McNutt listed in guardianship records.
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Sones
Douglas County
Crawford
Wilkins
Baldwin
Kans
Jeremiah Curtis
High St
Indiana
Yada Black Hulburt
Lakeland
Meade
Norwegian Steamer Torpedoed. Americans aboard report
A report to the state department states that the Norwegian steamer Withfred and the British ship Chorley With were torpedoed. The Withfred carried two Americans and the Chorley With three Americans aboard, while Washington, PD, dated March 27, notes the ice torpedoing incident and ongoing naval reporting.
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Washington
PD. D
Withfred
Chorley
State Department
Marine T
Relief in Nesse and Belgian Deportations Revealed
War correspondents' report from Nesse and Routi le Petit details aid by the American relief commission amid German requisitions. Residents recount shelling deaths, forced labor of youths, and deportations as Germans abandon villages for new front lines.
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France
o _ Associatesl Press
American Relief Commission
Jteve
Bowy
Russia
Chinese Raise Pigs Outside Liverpool
A group of Chinese paid 1000 pounds for land on the outskirts of Liverpool to establish a pig raising and vegetable cultivation venture. They plan to export stock and train in their homeland, aiming to supply their own colony with foodstuffs.
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Liverpool
China
Dutch Exports To Germany Reach 21 Million in Two Months
The Hague May 27 report shows Holland's export trade to Germany rising sharply to 21 million dollars in two months. Vegetables, horses and cattle lead the shipments, reflecting strong agricultural and livestock sales to the German market.
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Germany
Hague
Netherlands
Holland
Germa
Government coal tax eyed to raise 250 million yearly
Geriin March 27 The government plans a new coal tax expected to yield about 250 million dollars annually based on an assumed output of 500 million tons. The move targets revenue to support public projects and stabilize industry amid wartime demands.
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Germany
Geriin
California Fig Syrup for Constipation in Children
A vintage advertises California Fig Syrup as a safe laxative for children and adults. It touts gentle relief for colds, fevers, upset stomachs, and constipation, urging mothers to use a teaspoonful for babies and children, with a 50 cent bottle noted and a warning to avoid counterfeits.
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California
Andvy
Great Britain Plans Shipping Trade Regulation in May Report
The Times says Britain considers a plan to requisition ships at Blue Book rates starting with Australian and New Zealand traders. Vessels would be ordered to operate as before, with excess profits going to the government and all competition eliminated. The Chamber of Shipping, led by Lord Inchcape, opposes state ownership and supports free enterprise for Britain’s mercantile marine.
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Great Britain
Istic
Times
New Zealand
Oown
Chamber of Shipping
Inchcape
Mercantile Marine
UN Ned
Drink Hot Tea For A Bad Cold Remedy
An old advertisement extols hot tea as a cure for colds and grip. It claims boiling water released pores relieve congestion, loosen bowels, and quickly break a cold. Presented as inexpensive and entirely vegetable with no harmful effects.
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Lanafer
Jesse Pleratt
Nc Roel
Hunter Sbs
Ors Hamer
Inter Bros. A
Ibert Nolier
Sngle Bros
Tryna
Sala Union Servier
Jesse Piekatt
Suntoo
Kawa Mesenitimer
Poor
Sam
John
Corenna
Ousbender Clark
DeVai
Malo
Ford Cence
Lamon
Moyles
S. A
McCart
Lizzie
Fannie
Erson
Phil
DU Battengal Jc
Lawrence
Sanders
Pau
Ana
UaWalton
Williama Tenry Mee
Walker
Jang
Jon
Frita
Mattia J. Vattray
Marian Pasie
Wida
Minnie Uivens
Ritke
I. Church
Bientani
Mesenhimer
Commissioner of Poor
Ote
Belgiual
Colorado
Time Fox Shirkers
Aoin
Crown Prince
Jos
Eas
Near East
Cerdzen
Curzon
Pers’a
Per Gull
Herman
Axyrendha McNutt
AC Childs
Toase
Journal
World
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