Training Gun Crews on ships and submarines during war
A World War II era report details U S and British training for gun crews and merchant seamen. It describes rapid mobilization, vast mess halls, and the demanding drills to spot periscopes and conning towers. A navy trainee explains the pressure and precision of target practice and submarine hunting.
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United States
Ralph D. Payne
New York Sun
Plogman
Shell
Ocean
Lemans
Zanes
Keep-a-pig slogan urges Canadians to boost hog production
A wartime pledge urges increased hog production to feed Allied troops. The piece argues bacon supplies are vital for soldiers, noting Wiltshire side bacon has low bone content and high edible yield, favoring overseas shipment. It stresses reducing pork consumption and boosting production to aid Allies.
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Hanna
Europe
United
Wiltshire
Sadoene cm
World War I Nation and Governor Newsnote Recount
Fragmentary wartime notice cites United States leadership and state governance during 1918. Mentions Governor J A A and a supreme court pace within heightened fear. Source text is garbled but points to World War I era official actions.
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United States of Worlds
United States
J.a.aviet
Vineeeota
Fragmented OCR Note on Trip Terminology
Brief garbled text discussing giving up an in ke and omega trip with stray words about de ts on at are soch genes. No clear people places or events emerge from the readable fragment.
What Women Want to Know About Food Control and Prices
Public notices urge Western housewives to adapt menus to food controller regulations Citing cheaper cereals and new fish supply plans from cooperatives and price listings for Whitefish trout pickerel and other items Alluding to war economy and duty to conserve and produce locally Marching notes urge households to reduce waste and follow rationing guidance
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J. D. McGregor
Pipe Fish
France
Belgium
Serbia
Everyerson
L.A
Armery
Carmi
The Bestano Dam Study Leads to Wide Regional Pause
An unclear report details the Bestano Dam project with noted construction length and regional impact. Officials discuss issues amid a damaged text fragment, referencing a publication in The Gazette and local concerns about water control and land use.
Demand for Safety Razors Better Ways Must Be Found
War time pressures boost Gillette output plans and exports as Montreal factory expansion aims to triple production of razors and blades for front line troops. Officials project 1918 output around 60 million razors and 50 million blades amid orders from overseas markets. The report notes factory innovations by E Nitherson and emphasizes morale benefits of a clean shave for soldiers at the front.
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Dineake
Gillette
A. A. Bittes
Quanen
Gillette Safety Razor Co
Canada
Montreal
Africa
Australia
Fiji Islands
Prank Pahey
Boston Company
Thomas W. Pelham
M.ca
Gillette Tive Paris
E Nitherson
Gillette Organization
Wise
Whisky or water debated in tavern quip
A pub patron jokes about what was placed in his fist claiming the whisky was chosen, while another quip hints at the mage’s approach. The fragment reflects lingered tavern banter and linguistic play from the period.
Incomplete Entry Rumors Stir Neighbors in Chicago Herald
A fragment from the Chicago Herald notes an unidentified man questioned by Jenkins about a large club across the heat. The piece hints at attempts to influence neighbors’ opinions, but details are unclear.
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Jenkins
Chicago Herald
Distribution Cost Details From BOM Report
The document notes a cost of 2.4 million for distribution and references a BOM section. It mentions a figure of 48 in relation to a distribution or accounting item and notes seeee sess Lee ater ateneeee as part of the fragmentary text.
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Bom Seeee Sess Lee
Truth as a wary bird in newspaper errors
The New York Tribune laments widespread misreporting and biases in press coverage. It argues readers should test claims by verifying local facts and recognizing how interest often overrides accuracy.
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New York Tribune
Motor Transport in War and Allied Victory
Wartime transport by motor vehicles repeatedly aided the Allies amid chaotic early days. Buses and trucks shuttled troops and equipment, proving pivotal in defending Paris and sustaining advance. Tanks and naval monitors also featured in decisive operations against invasion threats.
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Paris
Tees
Tadah
Sande
Gaza
War Not Divided Two Soldiers Return Home Together
Two soldiers, both missing a right foot, were brought home together after being wounded. The account notes their shared sacrifice and reception, highlighting their parallel fates and reunion.
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Tim
Sote
Helicoland
Bestano
Sano
Gagett
Ieee
Prom
Manitoba Free Press
Ecares Ingeby
West
Gam
Winnipeg
Sheler
Fo & Ic
Winnicar
Rene Een
Appleford’ S
Sanyradpers
Appletorn
Appleford
Sant
Appleford Counter Check Book Co. Limited
Hamilton, Canada
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