Facts You Might Not Know From Then and Now
A digest of miscellaneous items notes New York state pupil counts, a proposed shipyard in Wortland Oregon, a champagne bottle claim, an earthenware coffee percolator patent, 21 600 moving picture theaters and 2 000 000 000 invested in the industry. It adds U S corn leadership, Navajo blanket output valued at 750 000, and South Africa sisal hemp prospects.
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New York
Wortland
Ore
United States
South Africa
Germany Will Continue Submarine War if U S Opposes
Berlin reports in a Reichstag speech by Chancellor von Bethmann Hollweg that Germany did not seek war with the United States and will pursue unrestricted submarine warfare if America declares war. He defended the policy as defense and argued Russia and China relations and future rebuilding aims.
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von Bethmann-Hollweg
America
Berlin
Sayville
Germany
United States of America
von Bethmann- Hollweg
Reichstag
United States
Russia
Alexander II
Nicholas
War Party
China
Washington Sees Spain Unrest Prompted by War Stance
Reports from Spain of widespread unrest and severe food shortages prompted U S officials to react to Friday’s announcement suspending constitutional guarantees. The state department faced the news with little surprise amid tensions over the war and regional crises.
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Washington
Spain
State Department
Cuban Troops Land at Caimanera Met No Resistance
Cuban forces under Colonel Varona landed at Caimanera on Wednesday near Havana. They encountered no resistance and began securing the area.
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Havana
Varona
Caimanera
No Change Expected Until Session Starts
Washington reports indicate the American government has no knowledge of any development before congress convenes that would alter the United States Germany crisis. President Wilson cones at high level to finalize an address for April 2, with Congress likely to declare a state of war.
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Washington
Congress
United States
Germany
Wilson
Richest Country in World as U S Banks Reach New Peak
Washington reports national banks hold assets exceeding 16 billion dollars as of March 5, topping the combined resources of major European banks. Controller Williams notes the United States remains the world’s richest nation in resources.
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Washington
United States
Williams
Bank of England
Bank of France
Bank of Italy
Bank of Spain
Bank of Norway
Bank of Sweden
Swiss National Bank
National Bank of Denmark
Bank of Japan
Reichsbank of
Germany
Discovery on poliomyelitis entry by nasal health
Dr. Edward Taylor of Alabama, working at the University of Vermont, reports a finding on infantile paralysis. Normal noses and throats block the poliovirus from reaching the brain, while diseased noses fail to form this barrier, offering a potential aid to medical efforts against the illness.
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Rutland
Edward Taylor
Alabama
University of Vermont
Burlington
German Raider Moewe Reaches Home Port From Atlantic Cruise
The German auxiliary cruiser Moewe returned to a home port of the Navy after a second Atlantic cruise. It captured twenty-two steamships and five sailing ships totaling 123,190 tons gross. Captives included the Voltaire of 8,617 tons in ballast with a twelve-centimeter gun, the Hallbjorg of 2,587 tons, and the Mount Temple.
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Berlin
Sayville
S. I
Moewe
Atlantic Ocean
Hallbjorg
Taft in Dallas Declares U S Ready for War
Former President William Howard Taft told a Dallas audience that the United States is already at war and that a formal declaration will come within ten days from either Germany or the United States. He said the fight aims to secure lasting universal world peace for all nations.
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Dallas
Tex
United States
William Howard Taft
Germany
Democrats Contend House Control Nearing Victory
Democratic members of congress said they would likely organize the house next Monday and the president would be able to address the joint session on Tuesday or Wednesday.
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House
Washington
Congress
House of Representatives
Export Provisions Into Mexico Through Laredo
The Laredo customs house is handling the heaviest export shipments in its history, moving through Laredo en route to Mexico. The bulk consists mainly of provisions.
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Mexico
Laredo
Tex
Laredo Custom House
California Syrup of Figs Ad Promoting Child Laxative
An old advertisement touts California Syrup of Figs as a harmless remedy to cleanse a child’s bowels. It claims a teaspoonful fixes constipation within hours, urges mothers to seek a 50 cent bottle from the California Fig Syrup Company, and warns against counterfeit syrups.
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California
Caliifornia Fig Syrup Company
Ady
Not Fussy Family Quirk Catches Visitors
A dismissive narrator notes a family whose home reveals their calm, quirky tolerance for crooked pictures. The line hints at a stable, unconcerned household defying visitors' expectations.
Dr Pierce's Pleasant Pellets Promote Health
Advertisement urging use of Dr Pierce's Pleasant Pellets to regulate liver bowels and stomach. Endorsed by Ady.
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Dr. Pierce
Patience and Patrice Head to Florida Winter Plans
Patience spent two months at the seashore last summer with no marriage proposals. Patrice suggests the outcome is disappointing, but she plans to try her luck in Florida this winter.
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Patrice
Florida
Capadine for Headaches and Aches
Ad appears for Capadine a liquid remedy claimed to ease headaches back and limb aches with a note of natural support. Claims quick relief and ease of intake.
Gossip in a Diplomatic Dinner Quarrel
A witty exchange in which Mrs Green and Mrs Wyse discuss salaries. Mrs Green claims the cook spoke of a small salary for the husband. Mrs Wyse replies they tell the cook to deter demands for a larger one.
Winter Ailment Aid Advertises Laxative Quinidine Tablets
An old advertisement touts Laxative Quinidine Tablets as a remedy for colds coughs la grippe and headaches. It claims the tablets do not affect the head or stomach and urges readers to buy a winter supply at 25 cents.
She's Right at That in Old Fashioned Thought
A speech or debate excerpt contrasts views on child discipline and spanking as punishment. The speaker notes a woman clings to traditional notions and defends using physical correction as a remedy for misbehavior.
Grove's General Tonic Advertisement
Grove's Tasteless chill tonic promotes quinine and iron health benefits. It claims to support the liver drive malaria resistance enrich the blood and build up the system. Price is 50 cents.
Full of Faith and Insurance Delights in Jest
Mrs Barton asks about life insurance while Mrs Grill boasts earning $10,000 from two husbands, not good ones. An ad touts Roman Eye Balsam claiming overnight relief for granulated eyelids and inflamed eye. A satirical outcry hints at suspect funds and a yellow-dog fund.
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Barton
Grill
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