35 Million Consumers Plan War on Styles and Prices
A Washington correspondent reports the Consumers union with 35 million members plans nationwide strikes to fight high costs of living. Miss Edith S. Strauss leads a mobilized women’s campaign urging last year hats and gowns to be worn in solidarity, with milk strikes and other shortages foreseen to force price cuts.
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Consumers’ Union
Washington
Edith S. Strauss
Palmer
America
New York
Pigs Cause World War Says Count Sellern
A statement attributed to Count Carl Sellern claims pigs sparked World War I. The note recounts Serbia shipping pigs into Hungary, an embargo by Austro Hungary over diseased pigs, rising tensions and propaganda, and concludes that pigs caused the war. The account cites Frederick Mead of Troy New York delivering the remark via a Red Cross convoy to Budapest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carl Sellern
Servia
World War Official Name for Great Conflict
The War Department through the secretary of war has decided to designate the war against the central powers as The World War in all official communications. This order clarifies the modern naming of the conflict in which the United States has participated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
War Department
Secretary of War
Europe
United States
Reading Poetry and Listening to Music Weekly
Darwin argues that weekly engagement with poetry and music preserves happiness and mental and moral vigor. He warns that neglecting these tastes dulls the intellect and weakens the emotional nature, stressing their value for a well rounded life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Darwin
Man Knows Own Character Quote by Sir Arthur Helps
A reflection on self knowledge noting that people often misname their own flaws while recognizing others faults. It argues individuals understand their failings yet label them differently and project accurate-seeming descriptions onto others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sir Arthur
Truck for Chambermaids Supplies Vehicle
A rubber-tired truck with shelves is designed for chambermaids in large hotels and apartment houses to carry all necessary supplies and implements.
Doing Things Wrong Way
A reflection on flawed action and inevitable failure. The speaker argues the man who errs unknowingly is doomed without rescue, but notes the rescue brigade itself is understaffed and underprepared.
Costliest Watch Valued At 300000 In Jewel-Pane Treasure
The article notes a jeweled timepiece described as the costliest watch in the world, valued at about $300000 and said to be in possession of the pane.
Paris Doctor Recommends Yeast Paste for Burns
A Paris physician suggests applying a yeast paste mixed with lukewarm water as an effective home remedy for burns. The recommendation appears in a local medical column and urges caution for severe skin injuries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
Japanese Dwarf Trees via Reverse-Training Method
The article explains a Japanese approach to dwarfing trees by selecting weak seeds, trimming the leading shoots, and guiding the growth of a single strong stem. Roots are pruned, water kept minimal, and plants housed in undersized pots for years to habituate the training before letting nature take over.
Musicians Return to Civilian Life After War Strain
American musicians resume postwar life returning to studios theaters and concerts after serving in World War I. David Wechs t ein died in the Argonne while others like Percy Grainger Irving Berlin Albert Spalding and more rejoin orchestras cabaret bands and composition. The shift signals renewed patriotism and a longing for prewar creative work as artists reclaim their old roles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
David Wechstein
Argonne
Percy Grainger
Irving Berlin
Albert Spalding
Ticket Stamper’s Accident Then Birth of Lithography
An 1796 Munich theater employee left a salary check near a whetstone and water. The damp check pressed against the stone, transferring the imprint and inspiring lithography. He became the first lithographer, discovering printing from stone by accident.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Munich
Right to the Point on Laziness and Wives Fruit
A witty fragment about laziness and work ethic argues that dodging labor tires men more than hard toil. It suggests a strong minded woman can preserve fruit and temper, and notes a railway conductor faces troubles besides his wife's train.
Motieveir's Cook Book Highlights Grape Juice Recipes
Passages highlight grape juice in dessert ideas and sherbet. Instructions cover marshmallow molds, fondant toppings, and a grape juice based pudding sauce. The text suggests breakfast grapefruit with grape juice as a serving idea and notes gift-worthy combinations.
Gelatin Sweet Mold With Grapes and Egg Whites
A recipe describes softening one fourth of gelatin in cold water then dissolving it over hot water. Add two thirds cup grape juice sugar and lemon juice stir over ice until thickening, then beat in egg whites until holding shape and fold in remaining ingredients.
Ancient watch towers linked Silk Road enigma found
An explorer reports discovering watch towers in the Helmand desert of Afghanistan. The towers stretch 62 miles and are dated to the early Christian era, linking the great wall of China to Roman lines in Syria.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sir A. Stein
Helmand
Afghanistan
Great Wall
China
Syria
Climate shifts kill thousands of New York park trees
A sharp drop in annual rainfall combined with severe winters and heavy winds has caused the loss of thousands of trees in New York City parks. Increased humidity and poor soil also contributed as trees mature and die.
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New York
Quills Saved to Clean Dust From Spring Mattress Crevices
Instructions suggest keeping old wings and quills from hats to dust a spring mattress. The author proposes using them to reach crevices and remove all particles of dust. The tone is instructional and practical for cleaning tasks.
Macaroni Ranked As Flesh-Builder By Scientist
A British scientist states that by weight macaroni matches beef or mutton for flesh-building value. The claim, reported in a contemporary health note, compares staple pasta to traditional meats in protein terms and nutrition.
Old Episcopal Church at Jamestown Virginia Built in 1679
The oldest Episcopal Church in America is located in Jamestown Virginia. The church was erected in 1679 according to local history, though a note mentions a misdated "800 years ago" that conflicts with the 17th century construction.
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Jaimestown
Grape Juice Parfait and Uses in the Home
Instructions for a grape juice parfait with heavy cream lemon juice and sugar to the soft ball stage. Describes folding the mixtures and refrigerating with ice and salt. Notes grape juice popularity and various culinary uses followed by a Bulgaria currency report with leva exchange rates.
BLAME RESULT ON ARMY LIFE
Grover Cleveland Alexander of the Cubs and Sherrod Smith of the Dodgers critique army life. Both say army service improved fitness but hindered pitching, citing little chance to pitch and needing continuous practice to regain form. Smith adds he returned from service off balance and needed time to recondition his throwing.
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Grover Cleveland Alexander
Chicago Cubs
Sherrod Smith
Brooklyn Dodgers
Army Life
Aleck
Smith
FORMER LEAGUE STARS SHINE IN PACIFIC COAST LIST
The reserve Hst of the Pacific Coast league teems with names of former major league stars who performed well in the post season. Notable players include Tom Seaton Dec Crandall Joe Finneran Bert Niehoff Sam Crawford Arthur Fromme Byron Houck Pete Schneider and others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tom Seaton
Dec Crandall
Joe Finneran
Bert Niehoff
Sam Crawford
Arthur Fromme
Byron Houck
Pete Schneider
Wred Falkenberg
Warry Krause
Eddie Mensor
Jean Dale
Jimmy Viox
Ralph Stroud
Ed Sweeney
Pete Compton
Harry Gardner
Polo Game Described As Most Attractive Sport
The game of polo draws fans with its fast ride and four man teams racing up and down the field to hit a ball through goal posts. A polo match features eight periods of 734 minutes each with three minutes for pony changes and a seven minute half time interval after the fourth period.
Slattery to Coach Harvard Baseball Team
John PP Shittery assistant manager of the Boston Nationals has been selected to coach Harvard baseball succeeding Hugh Duffy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John PP. Shittery
Boston Nationals
Arvard
Hugh Duffy
Nutter Coming Back From Eastern League
Everett Nutter the last outfielder from the Boston Traves was obtained this year from New Haven in the Eastern League but does not appear on the club reserve list and will drop back to the minors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nutter
Everett Nutter
Httle
Boston Traves
New Haven
Nobody Wants Champ Club in Pacific Coast league chase
Vernon centric championship club stalls in the Pacific Coast league as no buyers and no venue exist. The team clings to its franchise only by the indulgence of its fiercest rival, leaving its future uncertain.
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Vernon
Purdue Player Sets Field Goal Mark in 1900
J. C. Robertson of Purdue equaled the field goal record on October 27, 1900, by kicking seven goals against an opponent. He scored two from the 20 yard line, two from the 21 yard line, two from the 80 yard line, and one from the 35 yard line.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charlie Brickley
Harvard
Yale
IMS
J. C. Robertson
Purdue
Rosa Polytechuical
Robertson
B. W. Trafford
Tmarvard
Cornell
Brickley
Nekersall
Trafford
Favors Cross Country Run By Coach Boward Warrell
Harvard cross country coach Boward Warrell says a season of training over a cross country course prepares an athlete for any branch of athletics or track events and, with natural ability, can make a successful showing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boward Warrell
Harvard
Various Sports News Bits From Early 1900s Publications
The article compiles scattered sports notes including rowing at Syracuse starting in January, Rutgers enforcing physical training, Princeton's Palmer stadium capacity, a boxing commission in Wartford, a Brazilian request for a US soccer team, Canada’s Invested victory bonds, Tris Speaker’s $20000 deal with the Indians, St Louis lacking a championship, Toronto's parks for multiple sports, Benny Leonard’s earnings in a bout, Manila boxing star Declo Cabanela, weekly four round bouts, Memphis fans after Iixie Carroll and Lou Christenburg with the Braves, Paul Musser’s sale to the Athletics, top money-winning drivers Murphy Cox Dodge and Geers, Mickey O Neill on Innisfall soccer, past harmony issues in the American league, Don J Cable’s javelin record for Canada, and more.
Newcomers in List of 2:10 Trotters
Secretary Gocher would cancel all winning race records over two years old to address a young horse shortage. The 2:10 list shows rising newcomers but declines in fresh racing material over five years. Gocher argues rejuvenating outclassed campaigns could restore balance.
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Gocher
Tome
Toit
W.ot. Goeher
Caneeek
Chereby
Doctor Gocher
N Wwa
Senson
Enim Patyn
Freddie Welsh Retires From Boxing Amid Court Discharge
Freddie Welsh, famed lightweight champion and genteel boxer, is discharged after a manager’s failure to appear. He declares retirement from boxing, citing no return to the ring. A railroad strike disrupts many racing, boxing, and athletic events with numerous fixtures abandoned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Freddle
Redde
Hhiow
Southern Trip Plans For Harvard Teams In 1920
Harvard baseball and lacrosse teams will make a southern trip in 1920. Dave Shean, a former NL player with many clubs and recently with the Ned Sox, has been offered the management of the Portsmouth club in the Virginia league.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harvard
Dave Shean
Ned Sox
Portsmouth
Manager Shakeup Hits San Antonio Texas League
Finn quits San Antonio and Mickey Winn of tong and fragrant minor league memory departs the Texas league club. Elolly is slated to succeed him as manager.
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Finn
San Antonio
Mickey Winn
Tong
Elolly
Hha
Oakland base stealing ace Billy Lane shines in Coast League
The Coast league leader in stolen bases is Billy Lane from Oakland. He stole 61 bases and hit about .256 last season, earning the reputation as the quickest baserunner in the circuit.
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Billy Lane
Oakland
Lane
Sir Adam Beck Master of Hounds
Sir Admin Beck the well known Coa Winn durfman has been elected master of hounds of the London Tyne and County ehh of Landen Ont
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Adam Beck
Admin Beck
Winn Durfman
London
Tyne and County
Ehh
Landen
Ont
Penn Hopes for Title in Swimming Meet
Pennsylvania faces a strong season as the swimming team aims to carry off intercollegiate honors with high expectations for title contention and strong performance from its roster.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Penn
Pennsylvania
French Athletes Receive 200000 Francs for 1920 Olympiad
A credit of 200000 francs has been voted by the repel partine vent to the national committee of sports for training French athletes who will compete in the 1920 Olympic Games.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Repel Partine Vent
National Committee of Sports
Serench
McGraw Returns to Yankees from Boston
The New York Yankees announce the purchase of pitcher Robert McGraw from the Boston Americans for the waiver price. McGraw was previously sent to the Red Sox in the Car Mays deal.
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R. McGraw
New York Yankees
Robert McGraw
Boston Americans
McGraw
Yankees
Red Sox
Mays
Peace on Earth and health with Triner remedies
A vintage Christmas ad extols peace and good health with Triner's Awertean Enxir of Biter Wine and Triner's Cough Sedative. It claims relief for constipation headaches colds and rheumatic pains and notes a free 1920 wall calendar offer from Joseph Miner Company Chicago Illinois with 10 cents.
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Trivers
Ous
Math
Joseph 'Miner Company
Ashland Ave
Ohlengo
aAdy
Poor girl turns to stage amid hard times
The Tirn tin Age Llerald notes a young woman facing hardship after leaving home to seek stage opportunities. The piece reflects sympathy for her struggles and hints at ongoing poverty despite attempts to find work.
Green's August Flower Remedy Promises Digestive Relief
An advertisement extols Green's August Flower as a gentle laxative that regulates digestion, stimulates bile, and purifies blood. It claims a century of use across households worldwide for indigestion, dyspepsia, and constipation and urges purchase from druggists and dealers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Green
Hall's Catarrh Medicine Claims Cure All
An old advertisement states Hall's Catarrh Medicine builds up the system to fight catarrh and mucus issues. It claims repeated acute catarrh can become chronic and offers a $1000 cure if not effective. Sold by J Cheney Co Toledo Ohio.
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Wall
Loanda
Tak
Hall
J. Cheney & Co
Toledo
Ohio
Farris
J. L. Nichols & Co
Lake City
Ark
B. A. Thomas
OLD Kentucky Manufacturing Co., Incorporated
Neighborly Advice Spurs Unclear Quarrel Hint
A fragment quotes urging kindness then implying retaliation in a terse, loaded exchange. The lines hint at personal conflict and possible clashes but offer no clear event, participants, or setting.
Forgery Suspected in Tangled Text Complaint
A cryptic note asks who wrote a forged item and suggests the forgery may have been done with a steel pen. The exchange hints at suspicion about the author and the tool used.
Fletcher's Cantoria Signature Endures for Infants and Children
Review of the Cantoria remedy for infants and children emphasizes its long history of over 80 years and the signature of In Uno. The ad urges careful examination of every boltto to ensure authenticity and enduring safety for young patients.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cantoria
Fletcher
Unsure Sayings Highlight Humble Wagers
A fragmentary passage presents musings on meeting people from different beliefs and the value of keeping one’s word. It hints that shared gossip and reputation influence social ties while noting that desires and fates may reveal themselves in outcomes.
Gold Midas Haarlem Oil Capsules Promises Kidney Health
An old advertising note touts Gold Midas Haarlem Oil Capsules as a safe remedy for kidney and urinary tract ailments. It claims the oil nourishes kidney cells, restores vigor, and prevents disease with a three to four capsules daily regimen. Satisfaction guaranteed or money back. Sealed packages available at drug stores.
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Japan
Moteveir
Vere Magneti
Macaroni
Old Episcopal Church
Sofia
Bulgaria
Felsch
Oscar "Happy Felsch
White Sox
Cleveland
Happy
Jimmy Slagle
Chicago Nationals
Schafer
Feld
Braves
Hornung
Felder
O’brien
Old
Metropolitans
Dick Maney
Cardinals
Alexander and
League Stars Shine
Doc Crandall
Slattery
Farrell
Harvard Sage
Syracuse Oarsmen
Rutgers College
Palmer Stadium
Princeton
Wartford
Brazil
United Dominion Foot Ball League
Canada
Tris Speaker
Indians
St. Louis
Toronto
Benny Leonard
Bartfield
Manila
Declo Cabanela
Memphis
Iixie Carroll
Lou Christenburg
Boston Braves
Paul Musser
Des Moines
The
Athletics
Murphy
Cox
Dodge
Geers
Mickey” O'Neill
Innisfall
Don J. Cable
Montreal A. A
Freddie Welsh
Champlon
Eaay
Manvisteate
Mredala
Dituvyg
Cvr
Nis
Pollock
Triner
Awertean
Biter
Trnner
Thatorotto
Hill
Earth
Nayvay Rho
Mele Putin
Adden Sawoltan
Roxy
Walla & Co
la Roy
N.Y
Dutfanra
A. Boaa
Mendy
Renny
Matin
Chigago
Chicago
Betish
Opinion Reume CO
Cook
Haarlem
B. A. Thomas’ Stock Remedy
Mr. Stockman
Paducah, KY
PISO
Chase Bros, CO
Rochester
Rochester Nurseries
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