Water Power Debate and Verdun Vision in Mitch ell
The piece discusses Pinchot opposing the Shields bill over private control of water power, warning it would usurp public resources. It then surveys Verdun in World War I, questioning why its fortress holds strategic importance and whether it signals a broader push toward Paris. It ends with critique of The Birth of a Nation film and its portrayal of Reconstruction era politics.
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Roosevelt
United States Senate
Pinchot
Ghriven Seti
Verdun
Aimer
South
United States
Elks Set for Major Initiation and Lodge Meeting
Mitchell's Elks prepare for a large initiation Wednesday evening with candidate class and F R Emrick of Rapid City, district deputy grand exalted ruler, in attendance. Out of town members are expected, followed by a chicken feed and a special musical program. Officers for the coming year will be elected.
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Mitchell
F. R. Emrick
Rapid City
Order
Politics Still the Big Issue in Mitchell Elections
In Mitchell, candidates file for city elections on April 18 and primaries May 23. A. G. Miles seeks re election to the Fourth ward council seat while a strong bid from K. A. Johnson emerges in the Third ward. Nominees for Fifth county commissioner include Neil Jensen Charles V. Priest and W. H. Cook. Sheriff candidate BH Owens runs for re election with no announced Democratic opposition.
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Mitchell
A. G. Miles
Miles
K. A. Johnson
Third Ward
Johnson
Neil Jensen
Charles V. Priest
W. H. Cook
Owens
Mr. Owen
Card of Thanks Expressing Gratitude for Sympathy
Themessage thanks friends and neighbors for kindness during illness and death of a loved one. Special mention goes to minister Rev C E van der Mag ten the Ladies Aid society the Presbyterian church chair and the Whittier school Fourth Grade class EK Hinders and Daughter
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C. E. van der Magten
Ladies Aid Society
Presbyterian Church
Whittier School
Ek, Hinders
Daughter
Cadets Dismissed at Naval Academy for Low Standing
Eighty two Naval Academy cadets were dismissed for insufficient academic standing prompting closure of their midshipman careers. The action reflects strict standards and readiness requirements.
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Springfield Republican
Naval Academy
Vanity and comfort aid for invalid women in bed
A doctor notes vanity aids recovery as patients seek powders and mirrors. The piece recommends a dainty boudoir cap and a light jacket of corduroy to stay neat in bed, plus curling hair and flesh-color powder. Reader questions about hair care near the ocean prompt a curling fluid recipe.
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Panama
Adaline
My Style Diary Shows Simple Striped Linen Skirts
Lucille showcases four striped linen skirts with bold color blocks and pleated waists. Each piece features a solid hip area that flares into stripes, a stiffened belt with a reverse stripe and a pearl button, and a large white linen hat with a single flower variation.
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Lucille
Madame
Verdun Openings Signal Fresh French Struggle
Madrid dispatch reports near Verdun as massive bombardment and troop movements presage renewed assault. Trenches north of the fortress endure brutal shelling with thousands dead or wounded, while Paris surgeons warn no lull allows evacuations. French munition reserves are believed ample to meet the German offensive, with expected German losses possibly slowing the attack.
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Aris
Verdun Woods
Pepper Heights
Caures
Slaugter
Douamont
Paris
Champagne
Silk Stockings Bar to Divorce Claim
South Bend speaker Georgie Burny Lacour argues that modern women’s dress norms foster comfort health and fashion rather than causing divorces. She cites silk stockings, brassieres and petticoats as essentials and says air and skin must breathe for well being.
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South Bend
Ind
Georgie Burny Lacour
Montreal Depot Destroyed by Fire at Bonaventure
The Grand Trunk railroad Bonaventure station in Montreal valued at $300,000 was destroyed by a fire reported as possibly an enemy plot. Fire department officials cited suspicious circumstances and an intentional act.
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Montreal
Canada
Bonaventure
Grand Trunk Railroad
Mikado gives heir some fresh fish
Tokio report says Prince Sumi, infant son of the emperor born last December, visited his parents with ceremonial pomp. Born with a protective sword, he rode in a royal procession to the palace, where princes, princesses, and high officials welcomed him. A Shinto service accompanied the visit, echoing ceremonies at Kioto last November.
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Tokio
Japan
Sumi
Kioto
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