Second World War era sea growth noted
Report on shipbuilding surge and merchant marine growth after America entered the war. Statistics from the commerce department show 625 vessels totaling 687055 tons built early in the year, lifting U S gross tonnage to about 10000000. War effort spurs persistent expansion, with monthly gains and future prosperity after the conflict.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ameriga’ey
United States
Mare Chant Marine
American Marine
Department of Commerce
Army
Navy
Congress
Weather forecasting and the future weatherman’s role
The article discusses the long arc of meteorology, noting past guesses and the aim to improve accuracy. It envisions wireless alerts forecasting storms far ahead, allowing farmers and travelers to avoid damage and plan advances, promising a pivotal agriculture era featuring dry or wet seasons and safer journeys.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thor
Shackleton
Buriington- Hawkeye
Reopening the I and M Canal Opens New Water Route
The I and M canal rehabilitation, authorized last week, aims to boost Inland water transportation with $150,000. Expected ready for use by August 1, it will create a six foot waterway from Chicago to La Salle linking to the Mississippi via the Hennepin and Illinois rivers. Muscatine gains a direct water route to Chicago with Chicago terminal facilities ready but awaiting opportunity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
la Salle
Mississippi River
Hennepin Canal
Ilinois River
I. and M
The Weatherman: Future State Leader Will Be Meteorologist
The famed ante arctic explorer Ernest Shackleford argues the future state’s top official may be the weatherman. He says meteorology will become a cornerstone of government and public life, shaping policy and daily decisions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ernest Shackleford
The Gander Story Widow Stella at the Bathing Spot
In a seaside town Stella Arnold, obsessed with cosmetics, clashes with Stuart McKinnon over makeup, beauty spots and social fashion. He warns her, she defies him, and their tense exchange foreshadows a confrontation about independence and appearance as they prepare for a seaside outing.
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Gerald St. Lilenne
McClura
Stella Arnold
Stuart McKinnon
Dnolcad
Stella
Stuart
St. Avan
Old Maida
Stele
Sho Syvav
Agbe
Ito
Moustache Fashion Sparks Drama Between Stella and Stuart
In a seaside scene, Stella scorns Stuart's dyed moustache and bald parody, while he worries about peers' jeers. The pair argue over appearances, then reconcile as Stella breaks into tears after overhearing classmates.
Reminiscences for Long Ago in West Des Moines News
Reminiscences note Masonic lodge annual meeting at Des Moines with new officers J Brartyocl Towa Clix Grand Diaster J do Adama Okumara Deputy Grand Master John Scott Nevada Grand Warden A Gilbert Dubuque Junior Grand Warden S White Des Moines Treasurer T S Parvin Muscatine Secretary. Reports on flood repairs near Manitina Island and Sand Edge floodwaters. Fifty years ago Levi Higgings of Chicago discussed Peorth and Rock Island railroad expansion with local officials. a store on Walnut Street was robbed. a boy suspect at large. Forty years ago W H Snyder's grey stallion frightened by ponies overturned a wagon injuring Snyder. strawberries praised. farm employee injured. Thirty years ago Charles Molis and sister Anna Molly left for Cincinnati for K P conclave. Mrs Sawyer and children to visit Port Jarvis. J W Fulter fell at Fitenda church breaking left arm.
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Sinty
Masonic Grand Lodge of
Inwa
Des Dlaines
Ita Seasion
J. BR
Artyocl
Towa Clix
Diaster
J Do
Adama
Okumara
John Scott
Nevada
Gilbert
Dubuque
S. White
Des Moines
T. S. Parvin
Muscatine
Mancatina
Tra
Levi Higgings
Chicago
Peorth and Rock Island Railroad
Hanna and Washburn
Imenia
William
Peasley
Walnut Street
Second
Charles Molis
Sinter
Anna Molly
Cincinnati
K.P
Milas
Anna
Ak Mer
E. P. Sawyer
Sawyer
Port Jarvis
N.Y
J. W. Fulter
Rayoune
Fitenda
Elbow Drv Gal Smith Restores Fracture and Local Vignettes
Twenty years ago master Raymond hosted a gathering honoring Mrs W J Dougherty of Philadelphia with nearly two hundred guests between 3 and 6 pm as Lillys recall the event. Ten years ago J B Pomeroy and son Ben traveled to Chicago for the National Republican convention and a short Tolott visit while Knights of Pythias planned a cornerstone ceremony with a copper box history.
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Raymond
Lilly
Bilzab
W. Je. Dougherty
Philadelsphia
Rones
J. B.pomeroy
Ben Pomeroy
Chicago
National Republican
Tolott
Wit
Liat Place
Knights of Pythias Lodge
Ts City
Jas
At-The-A-Muse-U Features Vita Graph Blue Ribbon Attraction
The A-Muse-U theater presents The Bushisss of Life, a Vita graph feature dramatized by Vitagraph with Allen Joyce in the lead and a strong supporting cast. Also billed are Mr. Fix-It with Douglas Fairbanks in a bold new role and Clover Hayakawa in The Honor of His House, both slated for Tuesday through Thursday showings at the A-Muse-U.
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Robert W
Jemedy
Mr. SixeTt
Douglas Fairbanks
Fatrebanks
New York
Na Wall
Fam‘iy
Fairbanks
A-Musee-U
Clover Scasue Hayakewa
Paramount Pictura
Robert Farlow
Hayakawit
Florence Vidor
Fuck Bolt
Mayin Kelso
Forest Seabury
Tom Kurabara
Cast Out Fear to Attain Success and Happiness
Excerpt discusses overcoming fear to gain success or happiness, citing fear of public opinion, accidents, illness, poverty, and injustice. Quoted musings illustrate how fear hinders daily life, travel, and health, urging courage and love to replace fear for peace of mind.
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Fern
Howard
Lenco
Tony
Mike
Offensive Only Way to Bring the Victory
General Foch argues in a weekly Journal article that victory depends on a decisive offensive. He warns that mere defense or isolated battles fail without mass reserves, coordinated attacks, and a planned, surprise final strike to break the enemy’s forces. He stresses careful reserving of troops and unified action to achieve lasting triumph.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Foch
The
Held
Battl
Birby
Surprise
Mars
Spaceu
It Takes Courage To Be a Soldier
An exhortation praises iron in the blood and boldness for soldiers and workers alike. It promotes Trantic Tablets and Irontie as iron, nerve tonic, and strength builders from Dr. Pierce’s institute, offered at drugstores for sixty cents or via a test package for ten cents.
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Dr. Pierce
Surgical Institute
Buffalo
The
Invalides’ Hotel and Surgical Institute
War principle and decisive attack value
Obscure prose argues that in battle a single argument matters most, the decisive attack, capable of securing victory by overthrowing the adversary.
Minds Levee Flood Threat Spurs City Vigilance
In Iowa City and nearby communities rising waters spark concern over the levee protecting the city. Authorities note the pumping station area as critical and urge ongoing day and night patrols to guard against breaches from burrowing rodents and rising rain.
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Iowa City
Wapella
Nou
Uist
Bank of Earth
US Casualties to Date 7 315
Washington reports the first regular weekly summary of American expeditionary forces casualties totaling 7 316. Deaths in action and from wounds number 2 972 with 4 046 wounded and 342 missing or prisoners. Includes 1 033 killed in action and 1 192 died of other causes. An ice cream and strawberry festival hosted by the Ladies Aid of High Prairie Methodist Church is announced for June 12.
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Associated Proos
Washington
Poreshing
War Office
Germany
Daense
Netion
Pershing
Igh Prairie Methodist Church
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Tellprones
Mablisher
Adltor
Geehotr Tatior
Fae
Amy Taranzon & Advertising
York
Cone
Lorenzen
Wwoodme
Brunswick
Kansas
Tarenzen de
Woodman
Notralt—Conk
Laranzon & Woodman
Tres
Trenzon
Stuart Coop
Charley Chaplin
Thava
Une
W. H. Snyder
Hershey
Snyder
John Shoemaker
Morghoy
Drv Gal Smith
Dane
Loch
Allman
Tom
Siour
Tien
Zehfine
Finty Zents
U. S
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Carter
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