Coblenz Turns American as Doughboys Probe Local Goods
Coblenz increasingly resembles an American town with 2,000 soldiers on leave daily and a 13,000 strong garrison. German merchants cater to doughboys with shoe shines, photos on buttons, shooting galleries, and English signs, boosting local business as American dollars flow.
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Not an Idiot Crown Prince Denies Degenerate Label
The former crown prince told Berlingske Tidende he might face an international trial but did not expect execution. He insisted he is not an idiot, defended his unpopular stance, and criticized Allied stereotypes while blaming delayed propaganda responses for Germany’s unpopularity.
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U Boats Sink 125 U S Ships in World War I Losses
Figures from the navy department show United States losses of 125 ships and 385,967 tons from August 1914 to November 1, 1918. Britain lost far more vessels and tonnage, with neutrals like Greece and Norway suffering substantial counts as well.
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German Phrase Pamphlets Sell in Bookshops for Soldiers
Despite anti fraternization rules German language aids flood bookshops. Pamphlets promise 20 lessons and practical phrases. A shop window advertises The German Interpreter Conversation With Pronunciation for British and American Soldiers.
Ship of two wrecks makes a new destroyer Zubian
Washington report describes the creation of H M S Zubian by joining the Nubian and Zulu after their battle damage. The article notes the rebuilt bow and stern fusion and the new vessel entering British service. It also mentions geophone use in mining to locate trapped miners after cave ins and explosions.
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Washington
H. M. S. Zubian
H. M. S. Nubian
Navy Department
Geophones to Save Miners in US Mining
The geophone, developed during the war to locate sounds underground, will be widely used in American mining operations per the bureau of mines. It proved valuable to the Allies in locating enemy artillery and detecting approaches, aiding trench and tunnel work.
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Washington
Bureau of Mines
Girl, 16, accused of luring undertakers in fake death calls
Elsie Orcorto of Allentown Pennsylvania is charged with sending seven local undertakers on false calls by telephone claiming a family member had died. She was taken into custody and placed with the probation officer Thomas B. Kellow. Several rural funeral directors were among those believed to be misled.
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Elsie Orcorto
Thomas B. Kellow
Giant Ohio Soldier Cupid Miller Tallest U S Army Man
Cleveland private Cupid Miller, seven feet two inches, reputedly the tallest in the U S Army, was gassed in the Argonne during World War I. An enclosed photo shows him with two buddies, his arm outstretched as if protecting them.
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Ohio
Cupid
Miller
France
United States
Argonne Forest
Fear Banks Hidecoin Miners in Connellsville Region
In Connellsville coke region fears arise as miners and foreigners allegedly stash over 1 million dollars in cash hidden under beds carpets or buried nearby. Local officials urge banks to secure large rolls carried by workers amid worries of raids and robberies.
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europe faces food shortages demand for farm products rises
The article argues Europe will need increased wheat and other foods in 1919 as Germany Austria Poland and other allies cannot feed themselves. Hoover warns there will be no 1918 surplus, demand rises from India Australia and Britain soldiers in Germany protest famine, and the Americas must supply most of Europe to avoid starvation.
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Astria
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Hoover
Europe
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Roumania
Western Canada Ad attracts farmers with land and climate
The advertisement claims Canada's duty is to maintain aid by supplying needs. It touts land at low prices, good markets, strong railroad access, and an ideal climate with the best wheat. Western Canada is presented as a growing opportunity as farmers continue to move in.
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Canada
Pecuniary Charity Cited as Humanity’s Curse
A reflective note argues that monetary aid to charitable causes can harm society by fostering dependency and misaligned incentives, urging readers to consider the deeper social costs beyond immediate relief. The author stresses prudent philanthropy and structural reform over unbounded giving.
August Flower Remedy Promises Quick Relief
GREEN'S AUGUST FLOWER has served as a household remedy for constipation, dyspepsia, liver trouble, and low spirits for decades. It is promoted as a gentle laxative that eases indigestion and nervous symptoms. a few doses are claimed to relieve discomfort. Sold by druggists worldwide.
Love Levels All Things Except The Head
A compact musing notes that love affects every aspect of life but shows a stubborn resistance to the head or mind. The line suggests affection influences actions and choices more than reason.
Hall's Catarrh Medicine Endorsed for Chronic Catarrh
An advertisement promotes Hall's Catarrh Medicine as a cure for nasal catarrh and frequent head colds. It claims the product builds up the system, cleanses the blood, and reduces susceptibility to colds, with a money back offer if not cured. Also promotes Pierce’s Pleasant Pellets laxative as daily maintenance.
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Cheney & Co
Toledo
Ohio
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Carpenter
W. 60Th St
Chicago
Dean
Geo. W. Dempster
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Acid stomach linked to nervousness and headaches
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