Secretary Baker’s Pacifist Plea Draws Fire in Senate H
Providence Journal reports Secretary Baker’s Senate testimony accusing him of delay in arming the army. Critics call his “war not at our doors” claim an admission of incompetence and a failure to prosecute the war vigorously. The piece cites missing rifles, machine guns, artilleries, and shells, with editors urging removal of Baker from leadership.
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Providence Journal
Baker
Senate Committee On Military Affairs
War Department
United States Army
United States
Department
France
Springfield
Germany
Salts Fine for Aching Kidneys
Unclear OCR text discusses kidneys and remedies. mentions Jad Sees and general home care. Describes kidney pains, backaches, headaches, and digestive issues as linked to sluggish kidneys. No clear person, place, or event details present.
Manpower as Core War Theme Urges National Effort
Sir Auckland Geddes warns the House that manpower is the central war problem. He argues the entire national effort must be mobilized, with every able-bodied American employed full time to support ships, aircraft, guns, and food production. The nation must view the war as a universal industry with no slackers.
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Providence Journal
Auckland Geddes
House of Commons
United States
Two Classes of Spies and Civilian Treason in War
Boston Transcript discusses two spy types, praising military spies like Major Andre and Nathan Hale, then condemning civilian spies who betray their country. It argues civilian spies avoid execution, are imprisoned or interned, and warns harsher penalties would deter treason and save American lives.
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Boston Transcript
Andre
Nathan Hale
Germany
No One Blamed For The Cambrai Reverse Inquest
London Jan 17 British cabinet findings on Cambrai show command not surprised by the German counterattack and claim adequate measures were taken. Bonar Law deflected questions on disciplinary actions, while German press claims claim British attempts and gains were modest amid a large raid.
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New York Tribune
London
Phil Marshal Haig
Cambrai
Bonar Law
House of Commons
Hopge
Bhintry
Bonar Low
Asker Ij
Sage and Sulphur Compound for Natural Hair Darkening
A grandmother's hair is revived by Wyeths Sage and Sulphur Compound a store bought mixture praised by a downtown druggist for restoring dark natural color. Apply with a comb or brush. one strand at a time. results seen by morning or after another application.
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Wyeth
Public drives for soldier insurance and wildlife loss report
Washington reports urge full $1000 military insurance for all personnel before February 12 1918 with emphasis on rapid applications. Articles highlight war insurance benefits and newspaper aid. The Bureau of Biological Survey cites Colorado wolves and other predators causing stock losses totaling thousands, supporting control programs and bounty funding nationwide.
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Ely
Colorado
Texas
Oregon
New Mexico
Bureau of Biological Survey
United States Department of Agrisine
Home papers for boys in trenches inspire morale
Quotations from editors urge sending local newspapers to front line servicemen. Amid war era chatter, items advocate simple, personal news over grand headlines, noting that even stale papers bring comfort. References touch on exams, commerce, canal plans, and peace talks with a blunt, regional editorial voice.
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Lord Northcliffe
London Times
London Daily Mail
Local
Idaho Council Bulletin
Morning hot water with phosphate cure claim
An old health warning promotes drinking hot water with limestone phosphate before breakfast to purify the stomach liver kidneys and bowels. It urges daily use to flush toxins and mimic youthful energy, claiming pervasive internal cleansing benefits.
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