Paris Forts and Modern Defense System Analysis
The article analyzes Paris defenses with a belt of forts totaling about sixty miles in circumference and a costly network of rail connected field works. It argues modern siege warfare favors external fire from movable batteries and cites expert estimates on garrison needs and possible German actions, followed by moral reflections on liquor, crime, and reform led by prison care views.
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Paris
St. Cyr
France
Lyons
New York Times
Change in Fashion Are Wig S
The fragment suggests a discussion of fashion changes centered on wigs. Details are limited and no clear event or figures are identifiable in the readable text.
Basque Lines Rework Fashion with Narrow Waists
In New York on September 9 fashion notes describe a shift to basque silhouettes with straight bodices and slight waist curves. Warner's rust proof corsets and skeleton waists show the new lines, with cords velvets and satins used for elaborate color contrasts and practical elegance. Lucy Carter.
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New York
Madam la Mode
Warner
Tor Router
Mexican Horrors Reported in Occupied City
Civil engineer William A. Aldridge arrived in Galveston from Mexico City and described a reign of terror under the constitutionalists. He cites the killing of 600 to 700 old police, execution of officers above sergeant rank, loot of churches, and mass executions of Yaqui Indians allied with Carranza. The account notes strong anti Carranza sentiment and openness to Villa or American intervention.
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Mexico City
Federal Army
William A. Aldridge
Galveston
Texas
Carranza
Villa
Fall cough and cold remedy claim for Dr Bell’s Pine Tar Honey
An old style advertisement urges use of Dr Bell's Pine Tar Honey to treat fall coughs and colds in adults and children. It promises quick relief, soothing of throat and lungs, loosening of phlegm, antiseptic qualities, and claims to prevent cold germs from taking hold with a 256 guaranteed offer.
Why Men Get Into Prison Address by McClaughry at Anamosa
Warden C. McClaughry of the Iowa state reformatory in Anamosa spoke at a local church on why men end up in prison. He attributed the cause largely to lack of home training and unfamiliarity with the Ten Commandments, noting the commandments are recognized across Jewish, Catholic, and Protestant faiths and by educated men regardless of church attendance.
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Anamosa
United States
Nquor
C. McClaughry
State Reformatory
Iowa
Towa
Kidney Troubles and Folk Advice From Gainesville
An old ad style fragment quotes Mrs Straynge of Gainesville Ga describing kidney and bladder troubles. She credits Foley Kidney Pills for relief and reports improved back strength. The piece ends with a moral quip about education and sight of hats on heads.
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Willi
Gainesville
Alls Druggist
Crafting Embroidery Patterns at Herald Office
Fragmentary note describes large sheets for embroidery transfers and patterns. Mentions Herald office as source or location. Further details are unreadable.
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Herald ‘Office
Local notices and moves in Parker township area
Mrs M M Hoover left for New York City to join her husband. M S Kimball departed for Riverdale to supervise a sugar refinery. Lloyd Morrison heads to Parkersburg W Va to teach next year. Mrs John Trout of Newton IXas visited Mrs L A Weeden. Lee and Lewis bought a spring sucking calf for 50.60 from Marion Dallas of Hutton. J J Connelly left for La Combe Alberta to visit brother E A Connelly. Mrs Kate Connor of Terre Haute and Mrs Mary Keener of Carthage Mo visited Dr and Mrs Anderson. William M Millers barn in Parker township burned after a lightning strike. Westfield public schools to open next Monday in renovated facilities. Briscoe Lee family reunion held at Briscoe homestead with about eighty attendees.
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M. M. Hoover
New York City
M. S. Kimball
Riverdale
Lloyd Morrison
Parkersburg
W. Va
John Trout
Newton
Ixas
L. A. Weeden
Lee & Lewis
Marion Dallas
Hutton
J. J. Connelly
la Combe
Alberta
Canada
E. A. Connelly
Kate Connor
Terre Haute
Mary Keener
Carthage
Anderson
Wm. M. Miller
Parker Township
Westfield Public Schools
Briscoe-Lee
Briscoe
Dr King’s New Life Pills Promising Quick Relief
An old advertisement touts Dr King’s New Life Pills as a tonic to the stomach liver and general system. It claims the first dose cures depression dizziness biliousness and constipation and promises a healthy flow of bile and waste removal at a low price of two bits and five cents.
Executor's Notice in Estate of Robert L Denham
Executor Arthur Poorman announces probate actions for the estate of Robert L Denham late of Clark County. He will appear at the Clark County Court House in Marshall for the November term to adjust claims and requests immediate payment from those indebted to the estate.
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Robert L.denham
Robert. L. Denham
Clark
Aninots
Clark County
Marshall
Arthur Poorman
Doan’s Kidney Pills Endorsed by Terre Haute Resident
Marshall resident Mrs C McCoskey praises Doan’s Kidney Pills for kidney relief and relief from headaches and dizziness. She notes the pills help kidneys pass off urine poisons and recommends the remedy priced at 50 cents at dealers. Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo NY.
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Terre
Hauteg
Terre -Haute
Terre Haute
Marshall
C. McCoskey
Cleveland Ave
Ind
Dean
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M. P. Akers
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Sasaki
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