Review of the Week Probes German Perfidy and War News
Edward W. Pickard summarizes a week of Allied and German actions. The piece highlights Lansing disclosures on Bernstorff and German sabotage, plus renewed Allied pressure in Flanders and France. It also notes political shifts in Russia under Kerensky and ongoing U-boat and fleet developments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lloyd George
England
France
Alsace-Lorraine
Alliew
Flanders
Bernefortt
Lansing
Pale von Caelle
Russia
Kerensky
Goulmin
Worreky
Athens
Belgie
Aetibe
Fiat
Adel Areen
Peter
Ren Balle
Seth
Bernstorff
von Bernstorff
Germany
How to Make Limburger Cheese From Sour Milk
A comical, historical note describes a dubious method to produce Limburger by using adulterated milk, souring it, burying it, beating it, exposing it to lightning and dew, then aging until mold forms. It critiques improvised cheese making and highlights unsafe practices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of Health
Postmaster General targets disloyal papers in wartime clampdown
Officials report that trading with the enemy act and the Espionage Act empower the postmaster to bar issue containing disloyal language. Burleson vows summary action against papers accused of poisoning soldiers’ minds while loyal publications may criticize the government. The Milwaukee Leader and other papers face bans as investigations proceed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Barleson
Burleson
Ar. Burleson
Morgan
Campellim
New York
Berger
Clso
Arthur Brisbane
Diesera Burleson
Tribune
Me. Burleson
Bristiany
Avishwine
Crom
Investion patent for milk aerator by Marshfield Milk Adator Co
Advertisement notes a recent patent for a milk aerator that cools and deodorizes milk fresh from the cow by exposing it to the atmosphere, preventing fermentation and souring. It promises full guarantee or money back and invites inquiries to Marshfield Milk Aerator Co in Marshfield, Wisconsin.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marshfield Milk AB
Rator CO
Marshfield, Wis
University of Wisconsin Considers Mandatory Training Groups
Eighteen student military companies are debated for compulsory training of men in the two lower classes. Seven are sophomores and seven are freshmen. Three of these men have joined the Reserved Officers Training Corps and receive uniforms from the government this year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
University of Wisconsin
Eserva Officers’ Training Corps
Ameriga Enters Fight With Clear Plan to Win Fast
Ameriga asserts determination to win the forthcoming confrontation quickly, signaling resolve and a strategic aim. The source notes emphasis on swift victory and the confidence to prevail in Marshfield.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ameriga
Enrollment Decrease at Wisconsin About 19 Percent
Enrollment at the University of Wisconsin through October 4 stands at 4,014 students, about 19 percent below the year’s corresponding day total. Of these, 2,393 were returning students and 1,621 new entrants, with the drop entirely among men as women rise to 1,725 compared with 1,690 last year. A separate dairy herd tally notes three women enrolled, versus seven last year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
University of Wisconsin
Sik
Drary Shoal
Proclamation Warns French Found Victim to Deportation
A wartime notice from Lille 1916 warns French residents that most inhabitants face immediate transportation to concentration camps within ninety minutes. It orders preparations of food, utensils, blankets, and footwear while threatening punishment for attempted resistance. The document cites German officials and laments Allied policy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
France
Lille
Btappen—Kommandantur
Wizon
Mooyer
Probate matter in Wool County outlines Herman estate hearing
The Wisconsin Wool County Probate Court in Grand Rapids schedules a November 6 session to hear William Herman’s petition for the allowance of his late mother Catharine Herman’s will. The case, In the Matter of the Extate of Catharine Herman, Deceased, sets the hearing at the county court at the Grand Rapids courthouse with the examiner and parties to present evidence.
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Aril
Telagnens
Node Publie
Bre
Garin
Ferelpi
Adie
Iotinitans Fretaries
Tor Hiedesaetjen
Chmadiany Puvithe
Taitwiryy
Prom
Elie Pagipesy
Cramerite
Ariss
Daniel
Walloen
Amun
Persun
Heine Tigers
Wool County
Wisconsin
Catharine Herman
Grand Raubids
Avid
William Herman
Lineal
Agadighiont
Conway
County Tudge
Vinol Promises Strength For Children And Elderly
An advertisement from Sexton-Demgen Drug Co. Marshfield claims Vinol strengthens puny, ailing children and aged parents with cod liver, beef peptones, iron, and other nutrients. It promises money-back satisfaction and notes millions have been persuaded by the offer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iran
Sexton-Demgen Drug Co
Marshfield
Catarrhal Deafness Ad Claims Cured by Cure All Remedy
An advertisement touts a cure for catarrhal deafness promising restoration of hearing or preservation of it unless the mucous surfaces are inflamed. It offers a reward of one hundred dollars for any case not cured by Tatl's Cavardh Megicing and lists Cheney & Co as the Toledo address.
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Greer
Statenteay
Pheri
Willie
Faso Rathersereas
Ayer
Panyperiy
Yoghoney
Malls
Cheney
Toledo
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Edward W. Pickard
Kaiser Wallelin
Peitlen
Bangavor Charnes
Aust
Alsace
Stichitetis
Lord Presetto
Quencellor
Webford Hare
Uae
Uys Pelt
Attia
Cerna
Witi
Rene Tun
Karlier
Sidiual
Argentinia
Pern
Uregung
Geran
Ainge
Wally Shee
Platine
Atlas Waeidaites
Sean Willing
Sweden
Ulates
Ehmavidiar
Execu
Micrine Son Capulte
Renee
Dovtisyel
Corekneslealge
Stad
von Capelly
Columbie University War Hospital
Stet Bo Capper
Hrush Tank Corps
Boston
Qu Shorty
Congress
Castori
Bears
Castoria
Vinol
Chester
G. Hoskins
Bodgeville
Wis
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