Seaplanes Might Unlock Polar Frontiers Says MacMillan
Donald B. MacMillan, back from Crocker Land work, predicts seaplanes will replace dog sleds for Arctic exploration. He cites 60 days of sled tasks in ten hours and favors seaplanes over balloons, noting modern military airplanes can reach 125 to 150 mph, aiding polar missions. He warns Crocker Land may not exist and awaits experts at the New York museum.
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New York
Donald B. MacMillan
Crocker Land
Mr. MacMillan
American Museum of Natural History
MacMillan
American Museum
American Geographical Society
University of
Mayor Uses Fist in German Insult Incident
In Sheboygan Falls Michigan Mayor Boldt recounts punching a tannery employee after the man insulted the American flag and questioned its rights at sea. A Civil War veteran, Manning McKinnon, also used similar force on a man with German roots.
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Sheboygan Falls
Mich
Boldt
Manning McKinnon
Joel Marched Away in Ausable Forks Hero Welcome
Joel Marched Away a Keeseville area serviceman from Ausable Forks New York received a warm homecoming when he joined the navy townsfolk lined the streets James Rogers gave 50 dollars George Cha hoon offered a 100 liberty bond and a local sawmill gave a wrist watch with illuminated dial The Keeseville Harmony band played patriotic tunes as a single train lingered a while and pretty girls greeted the jack tar with cheers
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Joel
New York
Ausable Forks
James Rogers
George Chahoon
Keeseville Harmony
Plymouth Rock Hen Sowing Discord In Findlay Family
Adam Stouffel bought a Plymouth Rock hen from Frank T Patterson fifteen years ago. Now aged nineteen the hen allegedly helps save exes with the flock and there are hints she may quit the roost soon.
British Lead in Air Service Says Flyers Key to War Effort
An American infantryman attached to the French air service lauds British airmen for their coordinated use of aircraft in warfare. He notes British crews prioritize securing critical information and photographs over personal glory, accepting losses as part of obtaining decisive intelligence.
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London
Tommy
Hades
Bowie
Echo subscription notices and equipment update
The Echo informs readers of upcoming subscription rate increases and expiration dates while noting high paper costs and labor shortages. It highlights a $2,500 Linotype upgrade to boost production and urges arrears payments as a practical courtesy. Also mentions spray material stock and an orchard cultivator deal, plus local saw mill activity and a club gathering next Tuesday.
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The
Echo
F. T. Motteler
War Finances and Treason Warning in Echo
The piece argues war funding comes from taxes bonds and wealth, protecting future wealth. It quotes Elihufoot condemning treasonous sentiment in New York, urging citizens to report suspects and support action against traitorous newspapers. Subscribe for the Echo Today.
Face the Facts On Wheat Saving For War
The message urges the Allies to conserve wheat to feed France England and Italy during the war. By saving a little under a quarter of last year s consumption, the United States can support fighters without starving itself by substituting other foods of equal value.
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United States
France
England
Italy
Notice to Property Owners District No 1
The fifth annual installment for District No 1 including Front Eighth and Ninth streets is due at the City Clerk's office on or before March 4 1918. Unpaid payments will be certified to the county treasurer for collection. A R Brown City Clerk.
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A. R. Brown
Echo sender disputes severe winter claim from Marengo reader
Mr. Leslie L. Brown of Marengo Ohio, who stayed here last summer, reports via the Echo that his hometown has had no zero weather this winter and that they are on bare ground with little snow, contrary to local tales. He mentions sending a paper from February 15 to 22 and March 1.
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Francis W. O’connor
Great Northern Lumber Co
Davenport
Wash
Lincoln County Times
Lincoln County
O’connor
Times
Leslie L. Brown
Marengo
Ohio
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V. B
Peshastin
Mr. Starks
Seattle
Mrs. M. E. Wilcox
Wenatchee
Mr. Wilcox
S. P. Beecher
Leavenworth
Harvey Otis
Fryberger
John McCoy
Mrs. Otis
Dude Brown
J. A. Warman
Entiat
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M. E. Wilcox
Sarah Kelly
Nels Larson
Mrs. Henderson
Geo. Fields
Robinson House
Martha Miller
Sunnyslope
Dora Adams
Charlie Meeker
Charles Miller
Jennie Arbogast
Oroville Headly
Headly
Inaiala
Joe Kirby
John Wilson
Charles Maxam
Spangle
Anderson Hall
Red Cross
Miss Delvin
Archie Mills
J. A. William
Yakima
William
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Providence
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