Above and Beyond the Call of Duty Heroic Citations
A nostalgic account honors U S soldiers cited for conspicuous gallantry with the phrase above and beyond the call of duty. It recalls Private Dilbox in a wheat field near felloau Wood, Private Dilboy in France, Corporal Roberts and Willie Sandlin, and Lieut George Robb from Salina Kansas, all recognized for daring actions and sacrifices in 1918. The piece frames these acts as models for civilians and ponders personal contribution to the Victory Loan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hhayvest
Dilbox
Ojiter
Fred Tion
Stanly
Felloau Wood
France
Dilboy
Roberts
Montrobeau Woods
Willie Sandlin
Hayden, Ky
Bois de Forges
Sandlin
Boiss de Forges
Salina
Kaw
Sieur George Robb
Bechault
Ngary
Robb
Dia
Alexander KR. Skinker
St. Louis
Choppy
Missouri
Kansas
Hindenburg
Skinker
America
Veterinary Remedies in Agriculture Gain Ground
A fragment discusses veterinary medicines and their growing acceptance among American farmers. Mentions unknown figures and dubious claims about cost and effectiveness, with unclear references to nutrients, diets, and remedies.
Inside bathing offer simple daily health cure
A pamphlet extols a morning routine of hot water with limestone phosphate to cleanse the stomach liver kidneys and bowels. It argues daily waste buildup causes nervousness headaches and dullness and credits constipation and bilious attacks to indigestible matter. The piece claims a quarter pound of limestone phosphate proves cleansing and refreshing effects.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elso
Bath
Quit Meat If Your Kidneys Are Bad Cure
Fragmented ad style notice promoting a lemon acid drink to cleanse kidneys. Claims relief from pain, nervousness, and urinary irritation by consuming salts dissolved in water each morning. Describes ingredients as acids from lemons and minerals, with assurances of safety and generations of use.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Omnes
No A Graves of great Matonit Priday
A fragment notes a person named Graves of great Matonit with a visit or mention on a Friday. The readable text is limited, offering only brief identifiers and a partial name sequence without clear context or actions.
Sage and Sulphur Hair Darkening Preparations
An advertisement claims Sage Tea and Sulphur hair darkening effects. It promotes Wyeth's Save and Sulphur Compound as a ready-to-use prep that darkens hair, concealing gray strands by morning with repeated use. The product is presented as a cosmetic, not a medicine or cure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wyeth
Wreth
Toward tine sold his fare of k0 reres to Weller Tate
Towards a sale on May 22, a man named Tate purchases an unspecified fare from an unnamed seller for 2250 dollars and plans to travel to Wyoming where his new belongings will be shipped.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tine
Weller ‘Tate
Wyoming
Mansfield Prop Warns of Pie Diet Hazard
A garbled health article from a historic source warns readers about using buckthorn bark and glycerine as a daily staple to prevent stomach issues. It mentions a company named Fugen Drug Company and claims the remedy can aid digestion and prevent cow toe cases, though the passage is incoherent and difficult to verify.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fugen Drug Company
Gypsy Caravan Claimed Indian Fortune Tellers Arrive in Town
A four to five member Gypsy caravan claimed to be Indians from Oklahoma and paid city license fees for fortune telling. A girl named Mary Collmina, about US years old, allegedly stole $200, was stopped in West Main and taken toward Memphis with officials citing possible abduction or coercion. Sheriff and marshal investigated while locals debated legal action and potential deportation as the group departed toward Memphis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oklahom
Mary Collmina
Cabool
Elalimine
West Mains
Aote
Sheri Sanders
Marshal Athisaun
Alartine
Memphis
Jean
Oold
Las Woxen
McCaskil
Do You Enjoy Life Try Chamberlains Tablets
A brief ad copy describes Life being enjoyed by healthy people and unhappy digestive states. It touts Chamberlains Tablets as a quick remedy to settle the stomach and improve dining, claiming the product brings relief and helps enjoyment of meals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
Wheat in Missouri Holds Well at Ten Percent of Normal
Joint report by A Lessin and M ayes of the Crop Estimates and State Board of Agriculture notes Missouri wheat conditions near harvest at about ten percent of normal. In Wright county the wheat acreage seeded reached 15 850 acres with 102 percent harvest readiness and oats 40 percent planted. Pasture 76 percent and potatoes 2 per cent. Wright county shows the weakest harvest readiness in the Southwest Central District.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Whieht
Wright
Souwth Central District
Barby Chicks Begin Busy Life at Thomas Poultry
The Barby Chicks start to bustle showing growth as Thomas Poultry advertises high quality poultry stock. The notice highlights quick development, strong health, and readiness for sale or further rearing. Includes general promotion phrasing and dates not clearly specified.
Letter From a Soldier in Kansas City Star Office
A fragmentary wartime letter reflects a soldier's longing for home while serving in Kansas City. He mentions workers and readers, the sorrow of casualties, and pride in fellow citizens and soldiers. He recalls family, Norwood neighbors, and plans for the 5th Division, urging gratitude for the sacrifices made.
Fragmentary World War II Letter Snippet Sparks Regret
A partial wartime letter expresses sorrow over harsh actions toward civilians and a resolve to respond. The writer mentions Berlin and a vow to write again, indicating ongoing communication amid conflict.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Berlin
Hans
Fiery Eczema Cure Promoted By Old Blood Remedy
An advertisement touts a 5.5.5 blood purifier as the oldest blood medicine, claiming eczema and skin eruptions stem from impure blood. It urges cleansing the blood, notes fifty years of sales, and invites readers to write for full treatment advice to Swift Specific Co. Dept. 1 Atlanta.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Swift Specific Co
Atlanta
Curo
Pastors and Laymen Reunion Revival Program
A Wright County Baptist Association events page outlines a two day revival with songs and sermons led by Mission Temple Church and Mt. Pleasant Church figures. It lists morning and afternoon sessions on Saturday and Sunday with meals, memorial service, and remarks inviting pastors to be excused to attend. Notable names include J P Mingus and W N Cain among others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mission Temple Church
Kingdom of Heaven
J.P. Mingus
W. N. Cain
Wright County Baptist Association
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Wright County
N. J. Craig
Mansfield, Mo
Farmers
Merchants Bank
Mansfield
J. D. Reynolds
P. W. Newton
J. E. Craig
J.E. Craig
M. E. Gorman
Atitens
West Walnut Street
Springfield
Glasgow
St. Louis St
City OF
Erie
Buffalo
Cleveland
U. Eure
The
Cleveland & Butfais
Alain Soteen
Coca-Cola
Alex
Electric Bottling Company
Springfield, Missouri
Liquy
Walt
Bette
Wolf
Keoyl
Mid-West
Thomas
Fats
Tite
LW. Fry of
Seymeuy
Mountain Crowe
Sussoutu Cios
MIAY
Pia
G.cadwele
Simi
Kansas City Star
Tie
Anid Ny
Viata Horve Jackson
Norwood
Pear Una
Kate Marquis
Mid
Peru
New Hope Baptist Church
Pernoon
Mt. Pleasant
W.N. Pearman
Li W. Hensley
G. EB. Cooley Tho
We. Griffith
Carroll
J. P. Mingus
Won Cain
D. Pf, Bilis
P. Davis
J. W. Roberts
J.B Seal
J. J. Henson
G. Chadwell
Fletcher
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