Ten Percent War Savings Practice by Local Class
A Local Men's Class of the South Dallas Christian Sunday School places ten percent of its weekly collection into a sinking fund via War Savings Stamps. The class hosts a War Savings Society, meets every other Tuesday, supports a Home for Aged Persons, and participates in church work. It urges others to thrift and education as keys to success, highlighting parish schools and national progress, with a note on Spain and Allied powers related to World War I.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South Dallas Christian Sunday School
War Savings Society
Diplomas Awarded By Many Schools In Late Spring
During the last week in May and the first ten days in June most schools issue diplomas to pupils who have shown proficiency. Many splendid young men and women have been awarded diplomas after completing all requirements.
Commencement Day Reflections On Life's First Steps
The article praises graduates as beginning life’s journey and facing new responsibilities after years of guidance from teachers. It urges self reliance and thoughtful judgment as they enter the broader world beyond the school.
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Tle
Skull in the Treaty Sparks Questions on Reparations
A early 20th century article questions the inclusion of Germany’s obligation to return the skull of Okwawa in the reparations section of the peace treaty. It ponders motive, value, and the cultural significance of reclaiming an African prince’s skull, noting its sacred role in East African animism and potential power dynamics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
Okwawa
German East Africa
East Africa
British Museum
Boomerang Mystery Captivates Readers Across Town
A brief note highlights Boomerang as a curious artifact. residents discuss its history and potential origins, sparking interest in local museums and archives.
Whitman College marks Penrose quarter century as president
Dr Stephen KB L Penrose reaches twenty five years as president of Whitman College. The jubilee celebration gathers noted educators as Penrose's long service is honored at the pioneer Pacific Northwest institution. He is a Williams and Yale graduate and former Congregational minister.
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Stephen KB. L. Penrose
Whitman College
Pacific Northwest
Penrose
Williams College
Yale University
West
Teething Troubles in Heat Prompt McGee Barby Helix
An old advertisement notes teething babies suffer in hot weather with gum pain and digestive upset. It claims McGee Barby Helix corrects sour stomachs cools and quiets bowels and aids digestion. Sold by Collins Pharma.
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Collins Pharmaor
Eod
Woestchoeter Racing to Open Spring Meet at Ler Mont Park
Racing at Ler Mont Park in New York hosts the Spring meeting of the Woest choeter Racing Association. Also opening is the Tuexdo Horse Show Association annual event in New York. Rhode Island trap shooting tournament starts in Providence.
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Voday
Woestchoeter Racing Association
Lermont Park
N.Y
N. Y
Rhode Island
Providence
Prompt first aid for wounds with Borozone antiseptic
Surgeons emphasize immediate first treatment for cuts and wounds to prevent infection and promote rapid healing. Borozone is advertised as the superior antiseptic and healing agent for both humans and beasts, sold by Collins Pharmacy for emergencies.
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Collins Pharmacy
Eod
Notable historical dates and events from 1916 to 2015
A list of dates and events including the founding of the YMCA in London in 1844, deaths of Chauncey F. Cleveland and Sir John A. Macdonald, Montana Indians proclamation in 1903, a 1903 Clifton cloudburst, 1905 royal wedding in Berlin, 2015 Roumanian intervention demo in Bucharest, and Verdun Fort Vaux occupation. Also a British War Mission update and an animal worm treatment advertisement.
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Young Men’s Christian Association
London
George Williams
Chauncey F. Cleveland
Conneticut
Republican Party
Hampton
Conp
John A. Macdonald
Dominion of Canada
Ottawa
Glasgow
Richards
Montana
Great Falls
Clifton
S. C
Frederick William
Germany
Ceilia
Macklenburg- Schwerin
Perlin
Bucharest
Fort Vaux
Verdun
Lord Northcliff
Mr. Balfour
United States
Today’s Events Across the Nation Mark Memorial, Openings, and Graduations
The 75th anniversary of the YMCA is noted as Associated Harvard Clubs meet in Buffalo for a two day session. War Secretary Newton Baker speaks at Roland Park Country School in Baltimore during commencement exercises. Over 450 embryo admirals will join the Navy at the United States Naval Academy graduation. The Bach Festival opens in Bethlehem Pennsylvania as a major musical event. Prohibition effects on hotels to be discussed by Northern California hotel men in Oakland. Educators gather in Walla Walla Washington for a six day celebration marking Whitman College president Dr Stephen Penrose’s administration. An herbal remedy advertisement promotes Herbine with a 60 cent price at Collings Pharmacy.
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Young Men's Christian Association
Harvard Clubs
Buffalo
Newton
Baker
Roland Park Country School
Baltimore
United States Navy
United States Naval Academy
Bethlehem
Northern California
U S Training Service Faces Postwar Funding Debate
Washington June 6 Much talk on Capitol Hill centers on the postwar future of the U S Training Service and its role in universal industrial training. Reports show 350 firms have permanent in plant training departments, reflecting war era needs and a push for improved worker education to boost American industry and compete abroad.
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Washington
Capitol Hill
U. S. Training Service
Department of Labor
U. S
Poley Kidney Pills Backed by Arkport User
Middle aged and older people suffer kidney and back pain. Mrs Warren Dyer of Arkport New York reports relief after one week of Poley Kidney Pills saying she feels younger and stronger. Chase Amman Co Ltd.
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Warren Dyer
Arkport
N. Y
Chase-Amman Co., Ltd
Sinking of a hospital ship and war gains reported
One year ago today in the war the hospital vessel Soningen tegentes was sunk in the North Sea. Germans claimed to have captured 5,000 prisoners in ten days. United States troops engaged in a frontline battle west of Chateau-Thierry.
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Smith
Soningentegentes
North Sea
United States
Chateau-Thiers
Foley’s Honey and Tar Cures Cough in New Philadelphia Ad
Mrs Amanda Flin of Route 4 New Philadelphia reports her daughter’s severe tickling cough was relieved by Foley s Honey and Tar. The Chase Amman Co Ltd advertises the remedy as giving immediate relief from distressing coughing fits and soothing healing effects.
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Amanda Flin
Route 4
New Philadelphia
Thomas A. Breslin
Broadway
Albany
N. Y
England
Friend
Foley
Chase-Amman Co., Ltd
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Parish High School
City High School
Spain
France
Italy
Belgium
Citizens National Bank OF
Monroe
Member
Federal Reserve System
P. A
FE Monroe
News-Star
W. Smith. Co. BB
FAULK
Louisiana
Nseecsnees
Associated Press
Devoe. Velour
Devoe
Southern Hardware Co
Monroe, LA
Boomerang
Cod
Collings Pharmacy
U.S. Training Service
Central Savings Bank
The
Ouachita National Bank
A National Bank For Savings
Peters Furniture Company, Inc
Hoosier
Brenlin
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