Madison Herald Notices and Obituaries Fragment
A jumble of Madison Wisconsin notices mentions Red Cross relief and an undertaker with services, naming Eph Duffy and Catherine Barnes among others. A community update recalls local figures, a Florida date, and a airmarked tally believed to reflect donations and wartime service with references to a Prattotas unit and a Campbell battery.
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Linge
Eph Duffy
Catherine Barnes
Ted Boa Werner Ho
Ste
Tison
Frauke Foota
Broadway
Tito
Prominent Manufacturer Hon William J Johnson In Roundup
A historical notice lists Hon William J Johnson as a prominent manufacturer and public figure in a local fair and poultry sale. It details sales results including 60 pounds brown hens and weights around 7s, with prices and totals from the event conducted by Gey Jair.
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Gey Jair
Christmas Presents for Boys in the Trenches Likely Banned
Wartime censorship and mail restrictions threaten gifts for soldiers in the trenches. Officials warn that parcels and packages may be delayed or barred due to conditions and wartime security, affecting where and how Christmas offerings can reach service members.
GOOD IN OLD DAYS PROMOTES NEIGHBORLINESS LACKED NOW
A fragmented historical note reflects on rural life and neighborliness, contrasting bygone values with modern changes. The piece touches on social ties, community help, and the erosion of shared obligations in the community, recalling past manners and mutual aid.
James Mann Said 10 Be Son of Congress
Chicago reports a man calling himself a congressman Mann shot a crys and then killed himself. Police say the man posed as a member of Congress, with details tied to a political intrigue and a bombing scare.
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Congress
Han Mann
Chicago
Dane Avatots
Ad Gressman Mann
Tes Crys
Vere Toda
Heating Costs and Electricity Use in Swiss Homes
A compact report notes Switzerland facing rising heating costs as industrial and domestic heating demands grow. It mentions partial shifts to electricity during peak periods and concerns over safety measures to prevent short circuits from overheated pipes and equipment.
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Switzerland
Poctos
Marni
Theo Dsoude
War Service Claims and Shell Shock Discussed
In the dispute the question arises why a friend claimed immac tity for prostitution from war service. It is explained that he did not expect tech work in the job and now suffers from shell shock.
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Dredis
Cause for Worry in Cold Winter Fur Supply
The speaker frets about fur availability for next summer, asking Patrice for the cause of worry. The reply notes extreme winter cold may wear out furs by summer, leaving scarce options for patrons.
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Patrice
Safety First in Home Fire Hazards Prompts Protests
An article discusses safety measures for home hazards and fire prevention. It mentions standards from a national body and references an American safety campaign. The narrative describes a rookie's reaction to a dangerous mock scenario and a sergeant’s warning about France.
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Department of Came
Trench Diseases From Modern Warfare Exposed
Dr J B Lind identifies shell shock as an emotional strain effect and highlights a group of trench related ailments. Relapsing fever transient nephritis and frostbite of the feet are the three main disorders from trench life with several other conditions listed as related symptoms.
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J.B. Lind
Stars Dimmed by Bright Eyes and Telegraph Poles
In a terse exchange the couple discuss stars and distance. He teases with a joke about telegraph poles as a long reach to the stars while she muses and he growls. They note engagement then marriage.
Madison County political slate and German war commentary
The notice lists county ticket positions including county judge county clerk and assessor with various names and districts. A separate dispatch from Europe reports German policy on war aims with Wilson and Austrian proposals deemed unacceptable and Belgian and Paris reactions calling the peace move a German blunder.
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Belgium
Paris
Church Urges Volunteers for Liberty Loan Drive
Church leaders call for a spirit of volunteering to support the Fourth Liberty Loan. They urge congregations to pledge on September 28 and 29, highlighting church members as leading buyers and stressing duty to country and allied efforts in World War I.
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Brance
Prego Dal
Orn
Ign
Charel
Weatloen
Aneede
Ttalian
John Jo
Gtennen Wien
Armerica
Willin Neag
Fordiow
MacParland
France
Pershing
Church of America
Hun
America
England
Secret tonics and pills promise cures in dubious ad
An advertisement hawks Bloferen and a long list of ingredients claiming mental and physical benefits. The copy warns against fatigue and offers a refund after hidden costs, urging readers to ignore worry and seek cheap relief.
National Security League names McElroy as educational director
Dr. McElroy previously led Princeton University's history and politics department and now serves as educational director of the National Security League on leave. He oversees the league's nationwide campaign of patriotism through education.
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Dr. McElroy
Princeton University
National Security League
League
Sloan's Liniment Claims Pain Relief
Advertises Sloan's Liniment for rheumatism neuritis and other pains. Claims to relieve congestion by penetrating and renewing warmth, prompting blood flow and pain relief. Urges immediate purchase with 25 cent and 1 bottle prices.
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Stoan
Sloan's
Dean Regulats 30c Liver Aid Advert
An old advertisement touts Dean Regulats a 30c liver remedy claiming mild action on the liver and bowels. It notes availability at all drug stores with a brief promotional tone.
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Madison
Annadette
Anapolis
Red Cross
Prattotas
Coto
Tillery Coma
Campbell
Susies
William J. Johnson
Marcin
Tin
Condigen
Washington
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Os Department
Moore Pteena
Busners
GM Neivouw
Tnei Andpolls
James Mann
J B. Morgan
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Seth
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Eat Reed
R Neta Ag
Atap Taylor
Volea
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Decatur
William Mo Jones
Fairmount
JR McCarthy
Kempton
Evan Foliotsendurg
New Albany
Suprema and
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Willis
Atyota
Chyte
Ubyersfield
Judogea
Saoeremea
Joun Co Mes
Martinstite
Jan
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Miison
Troll of
Silene
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Fos Caldwell
Winchester
Edwin Fo McCabr
Willarmsport
Democrat County
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Frye
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Condety Strait
JOTEN
Bert Jar Tonaty
Copenae
James GL Parp
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Por County Asse
Lysses Boob Cteanan
Alberiqe
BANDA
Corie Stamer
Middie
George FE Gabet
Anderuw
Deakee
William HL Horgee
Harry Under
Wood
Miehson
Robert Do Malville
Madison Townshop
George MechAy
Wilson
Hague
Mani
Wlaote House
Rheinische Weephansche Zewtunge
Stresident
Walson
Austria
Wisscn
Church
Archbishon Glennon Saga
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