Hard Luck Again Behind The Glory Struggle
A fragmented reflection contrasts hardship and decision in pursuit of glory. The speaker notes being struck by misfortune likened to a horse and cart rather than an automobile, questioning how others advise while facing personal dilemmas.
The Poisoned Dove: War Ends and American Resolve
A wartime column warns that constant questions about when World War I will end erode resolve. It contrasts American impatience with British steadfastness, urges finishing the job, and accuses Germany of sowing peace gossip to sap morale among neutrals and allies. It calls for single purpose dedication and labels peace talk as treasonous propaganda.
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Clover Leaves and Other Recipes from a Colonial Kitchen
A collection of home cooking hints with recipes like Clover Leaves cookies Farina Date Pudding Clam Pie Baked Savory Eggs Chicken en ramekins and various dishes. Includes instructions for omelets beans puddings pancakes and meat dishes with notes on steps ingredients and serving ideas.
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Stice Ina
Rockford rookie at Camp Grant gets $80,000 reward
Frederic C. Rockford of Chicago, a rookie at Camp Grant, received $80,000 from his father as a reward for his patriotism when he enlisted in the army. The Germans use a skyrocket as an antiaircraft device that bursts with a glare blinding aviators nearby. France needs machinery for sick bay supplies and cotton for gloves.
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Frederic C. Rockford
Chicago
Camp Grant
France
Toward the close of day obstacles accumulate
Mrs Dubwaite asks why morning travel is quick but evening homeward takes long. The elderly wit explains traffic and love as the young man confesses scattered affections before marriage. The philosopher notes it’s fine to scatter early but stop at wedding.
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Mary Pickford
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Mr. Dubwaite
Have you any genius town in this dry place
A brief exchange mentions a local resident who stays illuminated week after week in a town described as dry. The dialogue hints at ingenuity or creativity without naming individuals or locations.
Market Romance Revealed In Rude Banter
A humorous exchange shows Miss Pert advising that before any matrimonial proposal could be considered the suitor must visit Pur. The flirtatious remark plays on stock market phrasing to dodge the question and tease the suitor.
Lovely Sunset Exchange at Society Event
Mrs De Swell remarks on a classy American sunset while others joke about oratorism and manners. A widow and a clever inventor tease their social status as a chattering scene unfolds with mild rebukes and society gossip.
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Italy
Bible references to pens in scripture and prose
The excerpt surveys several biblical mentions of writing instruments. Judges speaks of those who handle the pen of the writ er, Kings notes letters written in Naboth’s name, Job laments that words be printed in a book, Isaiah speaks of writing on a great roll, and a note from Mather John mentions not writing with ink and pen.
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Zebulun
Naboth
Ahab
Job
Isaiah
Mather John
Kobe to get elevated railway linking suburbs to city center
Notes of the day report Kobe Japan planning an elevated railway to connect Pukial and Takatori with the ancient city center. German sugar manufacturers offer cash prizes for beet harvesting and drying improvements including a $2,380 prize for the best apparatus and process to dry beet leaves and tops.
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Kobe
Japan
Pukial
Takatori
Well Dressed Spring Dresses for Girls Displayed
Readable text describes spring dresses for girls, cotton fabrics, gingham patterns, and fashions suited for children. It highlights Peter Pan style, smocked panels, and separate skirts and blouses, noting washable cottons and color varieties. The piece concludes with reflections on motherhood, childhood, and shared experiences.
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Peter Man
Woes of the Rich in a Courier Journal Light
A Louisville Courier Journal snippet notes social satire on domestic servants with quarrels over cooks and ladies’ maids, highlighting the tension between wealth and daily chores in a casual, humorous tone.
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Indy
Louisville Courier-Journal
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