Marcia Rejects Dinner as Ellington House Struggles
In a tense scene at Old Ellington’s, Marcia leaves after conflict with George over suspicions and a burglary plan. George and his father discuss resignation and a looming reward while workers Jarvis Parminter reveal details and seek formal assurances.
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The Bible as Greatest Book in Literature
Professors from Yale and others defend the Bible as the supreme literary work noting its serious tone, powerful narratives, poetry in Psalms, and enduring influence on English literature, while comparing its stories to those of Maupassant and O. Henry.
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William Lyons
Htips
Yale University
Phelpa
Job
Hume
Gibbon
Rose
de Maupassant
O. Henry
Bunyan
Lincoln
An unclear health quack advert claims for poisons cure
A fragmented ad promotes a supposed cure for old age and ailments using “Anaric” with medical-sounding claims. It mentions a trial program and a doctor in Bridgeburg near St. Catharines Ontario, aiming to sell unverified remedies.
Undefined historical note on church coal use and meeting house
Fragmentary OCR mentions Puritans and coal use in meeting houses and stoves. No clear event, date, or names usable for a coherent news item.
Lux Vancouver PF Smile Receives Limousine Gift
A noted Vancouver figure labeled PF is seen receiving a luxury limousine as a generous gesture to mark a milestone. The event signals high-profile support and local prestige for the recipient and their circle.
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Vancouver
Raemakers Explored Hell in Early Cartoon Career
Dutch cartoonist Louis Raemakers spoke of his Belgian horror exposure at a Savage Club dinner in London. In his forties, he crafts rapid crayon drawings, drawing over 200 cartoons since wartime beginnings. His best later work appears in Amor and Cartoons with notes by Phinpotts and Gosse.
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Louis Raemakers
Tain
Oe Hee
Rey
Savage Club
London
Peary
Scott
Wansen Doubleton
Macmakers
Hell
James
Arisfic
Rden Phinpotts
Swneymond Gosse
Solemn Oath Sent By Dew Firm Amid War Sentiment
A Dew manufacturing firm received a post from a German contact at Lofthouse Camp asking for price lists and patterns for sleepwear. The firm replied with a copy of a "Solemn Oath" swearing to mark their disdain of a German business partner for five years after peace and to transact no business through Germans.
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Dew
Lofthouse
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Eating Ourselves to Death by Weight and Hunger Debate
The piece argues mortality rises with weight misalignment, especially from fifteen to thirty pounds underweight and heavier men over forty. It cites a ten percent higher death rate for weight above average and estimates food waste costs the nation over a billion dollars yearly. It notes women cab drivers in London and calls for critique of medical practices by women.
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London
Birds mimic shells on the Western Front
A Times report describes how birds, notably a hen and then a cock, imitated the sound of falling shells heard near the Western Front. The noises, first heard by a soldier in a yard, led to the realization that birds have learned to imitate shellfire since the war began.
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Times
Soldier remarks on car and scars in Strand scene
A wounded soldier in the Strand comments on cars and scars while a London weekly Despatch narrative hints at the battle and public excitement surrounding a motor car sighting.
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Strand
London Weekly Despatch
Copenhagen Chewing Tobacco Ad Slogan
A vintage advertisement promotes Copenhagen chewing tobacco with a slogan urging simple use between the lip and gum. It emphasizes strong flavor and satisfaction from every pinch.
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Copenhagen Chewing Tobacco
Copenhagen
Farmers Invest in Autos as Sound Business Tool
A Illinois survey of nearly 9 farmers shows most purchase autos to aid farm operations. Farmers cite distance coverage and market access as key reasons, with big farmers already using cars to support business needs. The piece notes even moderate priced cars appeal to operators under travel stress.
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Illinois
Cave &d
If All Played Out Try This Prescription
When weariness and a feverish feeling rouse, restore strength by nourishing the body with pure wholesome remedies. Dr. Hamilton's Pills aid appetite and convert food into nutriment. A weak body gains new fibre, hardy muscle, and firm flesh. Lasting health is likely with these pills, 26c per box at all dealers.
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Jon
Dr. Hamilton
Local Court Dismisses Ban and Confusion Over Year
A garbled courtroom transcript shows a ban ruling amid unclear dates. A man named Axel faces a sixty day sentence, while the dialogue reveals confusion about the year and the intended term.
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Selma
Fragmented text on women, citizenship and society notes
The readable parts discuss women’s work in society, civic participation and cooperation with men. It mentions propping up citizenry, economic power, and external influence, with references to rhetoric about war and trade. Some sections describe medical terms like oil affecting internal tissues.
Reconstruction coal power plan cited in British war effort
A fragmentary report notes Britain aims to use coal driven power to support reconstruction and wartime needs. It mentions a system for transporting coal and a committee assessing efficiency and economic design during the war.
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Great Britain
French to The Paris This Year
The Paris faces a notable shift as foreign language coverage highlights efforts to reach audiences in French. Details suggest a focus on cultural programming, translation emphasis, and regional engagement within the target year.
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Paris
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