Funds Probes Demanded by Lorillard Spencer
Lorillard Spencer of New York representing the American Legion asks for an investigation into the distribution of funds raised by relief campaigns. He cites money diverted to prowar propaganda and points to the Sacco and Vanzetti case to illustrate how mobilization efforts are funded. He notes many organizations claim Russian relief funds are collected while questions remain about actual distributions.
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Lorillard Spencer
New York
Legion
raQcal
Provourganda
Omn
Natiaongal Civile Federation
New York City
American Legion
Spencer
Isidhsie PS
Russia
Bso
American Relief Administration
Miss Coletta Bartholemy Named Oregon Auxiliary Secretary
The report lauds Miss Coletta Bartholemy for organizing entertainments and dances to win election as executive secretary of the American Legion Auxiliary in Oregon. She is described as exceptionally capable, with strong leadership across all organizational departments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Coletta Bartholemy
Oregon Auxiliary
American Legion Auxiliary
Oregon
Bartholemy
Allo
Saime
Ds Roh
Pige Giides
Geo
Fragmented OCR Tale of a Youth and Suitor
A garbled account describes a youth facing a suitor in a tense scene. The passage mentions a payment or push toward confrontation, with unclear names and places, implying a contested social or legal moment.
One Way Round Washington Butcher's Dilemma
A Washington butcher explains to a housewife that he cuts heads from chickens as part of life’s great problems. The woman recoils and he quips about facing the issue as civilization advances, reflecting a humorous wartime-era perspective.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Atserient Legion Weekly
Water Aims To Put Out Fire In Hotel Room
A woman asked for water at a hotel, returning multiple times for glasses. The clerk, curious after she asked for a fourth and fifth, learned she was trying to put out a fire in her room. The report from American Legion Weekly notes the unusual escape attempt.
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Woosehboan
American Legion Weekly
Marshal Foch's Advice on Patience and Planning
Marshal Foch urges forward progress through patience and earnest effort, urging diligent study and tireless work. He advocates planning life like a battle, mapping every detail before executing a program. He warns that hesitation can hinder success while decisive action wins.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marshal Foch
Lfe
Jobs Go to Ex Service Men under British Legion Plan
The British Legion, formed from three veteran groups, says 73 percent of public works jobs should go to ex service men with King George's approval. The scheme funds programs through consulates and employers preferring ex service workers receive a royal seal. Lord Hale voices uplift for the empire and a more God fearing citizenry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
British Legion
American Legion
Legion
Britain
Field Marshel Haig
Australia
Lord Hale
Eropire
Opdycke Named to Speed Veterans Bureau Work
Henry G Opdycke is appointed manager in the second district to boost the United States Veterans bureau efforts for ex service men in New York New Jersey and Connecticut. He plans government supervised school work to prevent exploitation via contract schools and has been active in the American Legion Broadway post. He is a two time Wisconsin veteran.
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Ineditton
New York
New Jersey
Connecticut
Henry G. Opdycke
United States Veterans’ Bureau
Marager
Opdycke
Broadway
American Legion
Victory role for Marjorie Ratabeau at New York ball
Marjorie Hauibeau portrayed Victory at the American Lesson victory ball held at the Walcott Astoria hotel in New York. Attendees praised her youthful glow and bright eyes as she led the festive tableau amid performers and society guests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marjorie Hauibeau
Walcott Astoria Hotel
New York
Ratabeau
Naaman and the Healer Lesson Emphasizes Humble Faith
February lesson text outlines Naaman's pride and prejudice as obstacles to healing. It highlights the Jewish maid’s witness, Elisha’s instruction, and Naaman’s ultimate confession that Jehovah alone heals. The piece warns against relying on rank wealth or human methods, urging obedience and faith in God’s path.
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Il. Naaman
Tleo
Minu
Israel
Daniel
Carynive
Joseph
Christ
Naaman
Vlemaid
Nagisen
God
Newnan
Elisha
Jisha
Jordan
Nantan
Jehovah
Damascus
American Legion Aids St Charles Rest Room Grant
The town of St Charles Minnesota receives a fully equipped rest room from the Women’s Auxiliary of the American Legion. A feature Women’s Auxiliary gift supports community welfare in the region.
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St. Charles
Minn
Women’s Auxiliary of the American Legion
Baptism of Jesus and heavenly affirmation
The passage describes Jesus being baptized as he prayed, the heavens opening, the Holy Spirit alighting like a dove, and a voice from heaven declaring him the beloved Son in whom God is well pleased. Luke 3 21–22.
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Jesus
Bayer Aspirin Safety Claim Adverts Truthfully Promoted
An advertisement promotes Bayer Tablets of Aspirin as safe for colds headaches toothache and more under the Bayer Cross seal. It claims the Bayer Cross marks genuine aspirin prescribed for over twenty one years and urges following package directions. The piece also includes quips about learning and age related observations.
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Bayer
Romans passage about peace and fear of God
A quotation from Romans 3 17 18 notes that the ways of peace are unknown to some and that there is no fear of God before their eyes highlighting moral decline and divine indifference.
Cuticura Soap Ad Promises Faster Shaving Benefits
An old advertisement touts Cuticura Soap to double razor efficiency and aid skin health. It claims no mug, no slimy soap, no germs, no waste, and no irritation even with twice daily shaving. The copy promotes one soap for shaving bathing and shampooing. The amateur plays cards, but the professional works them.
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Werman
Sin
South Bend
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American Legion News Service
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Tetaiy
Chailewain
Henry Opdycke
Veteran’s Bureau
Second District
Marjorie Rambeau
The
Waldorf Astoria Hotel
Elisha and
Christeopher
Austria
Oklahoma
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City
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Army
U. S. Veterans’ Bureau
State Hospital For Criminal Insane
Dannemora
LV. PL
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D. D
Moody Bible Institute of Chicago
Western Newspaper Union
the Dove and
Wrigley
Watangen
United States
Canada
Manitoba
Saskatchewan
British Columbia
MY. J. Johnstone
Odianapolis
Ind
Dept. of Immigration and Colonization
Dominion of Canada
Excello
Nu-Way
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Mich
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W.N. U
Indianapolis
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