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Newspaper
Osceola Record
Location
Osceola, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Aug 30, 1917
Page
7
AMERICAN Federation of Labor leader Samuel Gompers praises the eight hour workday. He notes workers with shorter hours earn higher wages and gain energy, education, and better living standards, linking labor reform to social improvement and national progress.
A historical reflection notes how leaders and prominent figures began as laborers. It cites George Washington as a surveyor, Lincoln as a day laborer, Andrew Johnson as a tailor, and Taft as a reporter, tracing a thread from humble jobs to national roles and highlighting labor day as a celebration of Americans in mass. It lists Frank Vanderlip, William Canniff, George Wickersham, Theodore Vail, William Brown, Albert Smith, Robert Lovett, Benjamin Yoakum and others who rose from labor to leadership in banking, railroads, law, and industry.
The piece surveys labor aimed actions shaping national preparedness and industrial waste. It notes 30 000 annual industrial deaths and 700 000 injuries four weeks or more, plus 3 000 000 illness cases and $900 million lost to typhoid and malaria, urging immigration limits and restraining labor injunctions as essential to stronger U S labor conditions and democracy.
A call to observe Labor Day as a yearly celebration of workers dignity. The text urges everyone all organized and unorganized laborers to enjoy a happy outing on the first Monday in September and to embrace fraternal spirit and goodwill.
A concise aphorism emphasizing the value of labor and the dignity of workers, framing daily toil as worthy of recognition and respect. It asserts that every person who works contributes to society, valuing labor as essential and honorable.
A brief editorial note argues that universal labor embodies democratic equality and informs civic participation. It emphasizes worker engagement, equal rights, and broad access to opportunity as core democratic elements.
Labor's greatest achievement is winning cooperation and confidence from employers. Distrust in negotiations has diminished in many cases as labor and industry leaders recognize their mutual dependence. Differences will remain, but antagonism can give way to trust between labor and capital.
Oregon became the first state to declare Labor Day a holiday in 1887 when its law was passed marking the observance. The note highlights Oregon's early adoption and official recognition of the holiday.
A Norwegian compilation shows Germany sank 849 neutral ships between Aug 1914 and Apr 1917, Norway losing 496 ships and 987,816 tons. Norway offers 1,000,000 tons of shipping for food imports, while U S embargo threats prompt cautious relief. Norwegian press favors using American-flag tonnage for favorable taxation.
A father patiently defines bucketshop to his son Reginald. The exchange centers on a slang term for a dubious establishment where one takes a barrel and returns with a bung hole, illustrating a quip about modern cooperation and commerce.
A fragment notes Harvest as a Saxon word meaning herb breast, linking golden grain, fruit, sunshine and autumn haze to Seerfest. It presents a playful linguistic aside rather than a full news item.
A speaker jokes about weeds in a garden as Mr Crosslets contemplates edible plants. He notes scarce edible options and wonders if science will soon fry or stew common burdock. The exchange hints at resourcefulness amid limited food choices.
Bathe the affected surface with Cuticura Soap and hot water, dry gently, and apply Cuticura Ointment. Repeat morning and night for immediate relief and speedy improvement. Ideal for everyday toilet use. Free sample by mail with Book. Address postcard Cuticura Dept. L Boston. Sold everywhere.
A Baltimore American reader notes men often call a woman the only one they love purely from habit. Another voice argues honesty should be proven at the first chance to steal or cheat, warning against reputations built on deceit.
A Copenhagen correspondent reports the city council purchased peat moors near the city to ensure fuel for the coming winter. The mayor warns supply will be difficult and government aid may be needed if local efforts fail. Plans include obtaining two steamers to transport coal to keep gas works, power plants, and water works running. A farm manager near Aalborg faced penalties for hoarding food, losing 250 barrels of potatoes and paying a 100 crown fine for stockpiling beyond government limits.
A concise guide on thinking ahead to buy for less and discovering affordable, abundant foods. It emphasizes economical planning and simple preparation methods to stretch resources without sacrificing satisfaction.
The Christian Science Monitor urges that when making or buying an American flag, each star should have a single point pointing upward to be correct. The guidance emphasizes a uniform star orientation as the proper standard.
Describes desert region plants including bottle bushes from Australia such as Callistemon and Metrosideros. Highlights heat tolerance and low water needs as key advantages for shrubs suited to desert regions.
The text notes billions spent to sustain the nation's automobile fleet. It cites roughly 4,000,000 automobiles on the road and estimates about 3.08 billion dollars to be spent during the year for maintenance, support, and related needs.
Mrs Exaiz J van der Sande of Paterson New Jersey credits Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound and Blood Purifier with restoring her health. She described long running back and side pains irregularity fatigue nervousness poor appetite and breathlessness improving after use. She advises other women to try the remedies and seeks confidential advice from the company in Lynn Massachusetts.
A Danish doctor in Paris has created a cardboard leg using two thick sheets and starch treated bandages. The prosthetic allows immediate use after amputation, provides air and exercise, and lasts six months to a year until a permanent limb is fitted.
The Ohio Journal voices concern that potato growers fear speculators will buy up large crops, push prices, and profit at the public’s expense. It argues for a decree banning sales to mere speculators to protect public welfare and ensure the harvest benefits all.
A witty journalist discusses carp farming as a food source in ponds. He notes locals might not demand it, but says Germans like carp. He adds that Germans will eat anything, then qualifies the remark, noting scarcity of food.
A Chinese mutual life insurance company reported 860000 dollars in claims paid last year. The statement reflects a sizable payout level and indicates ongoing risk coverage within the firm’s portfolio.
A druggist endorses the remedy after fifteen years of sales and personal recommendation. The pharmacist asserts it is among the best medicines in its class on the market today and expresses pleasure in selling it regularly. Dated November 4, 1916.
A flirtatious note from the column Town Topics shows a new admirer teasing Dr Kilmer Co about being too touchy and a girl retorting that plain is not implied. The exchange centers on appearance and insinuation with playful humor.
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