Dvinsk described as key Russian city and railway hub
National Geographic bulletin notes Dvinsk with 110000 people including 80000 Jews, controlling the Dvina valley and serving as a major railway center linking Riga, Petrograd, Vilna, and Libau. It highlights flax, hemp, grain trade, timber, and prewar industries, plus historical note on the city name change from Dnaburg.
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Dvinsk
Russia
National Geographic Society
Dvina
Riga
Dnaburg
Rintsiy Oudinot
Macdonald
Christmas packets for soldiers and sailors urged by November 15
War relief instructions urge rapid preparation of Christmas packets for troops in France. Red Cross chapters will forward packets, built around a khaki handkerchief base, with a seven by ten inch writing pad and assorted items valued up to 1.50. Include varied contents such as writing supplies, games, tobacco, candy, and fruit cake, avoiding glass and liquids.
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France
Red Cross
Red ‘Cross
Evening gown blends dinner and formal wear in orchid satin
The Flanders gown shown here is designed as a versatile evening or dinner dress suitable for war era restraint. An American designer presents a royal purple orchid satin gown with a simple draped skirt and a jeweled bodice, combining modest elegance with opera readiness.
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Flanders
France
A Blouse In Three Shades Fashion Description
A three shade blouse features dull peri winkle blue deep violet and orchid with an orchid underbodice and violet trimmed sleeves. The over blouse is periwinkle with an orchid vest and violet rolling collar while the design avoids embroidery or trimming. A Slip Knot Line Holder aids taut line hanging by clamping the line as tension increases.
Teaching Youth Courtesy in Addressing Adults
The article argues that the traditional term ma'am is outdated and unsuitable for modern children. It suggests children should use the actual name or relation of the person addressed, such as Yes mother or No Mr. Smith, to show courtesy and avoid social stigma.
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Ma’am
Willie
Mr. Smith
Miss Jones
Cuticura Soap Ad Promotes Daily Face Bathing
Advotes washing the face with Cuticura Soap and hot water at night and morning. Recommends applying Cuticura Ointment to pimples or dandruff before bathing. Claims Cuticure is best for daily toilet prep and offers a free sample by mail from Cuticura Dept. L Boston.
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Dept. L
Boston
War Behind the Lines Statement Cited From Yale Review
The passage recalls a Commons remark about needing many civilians at home to support each fighting man. It questions how many noncombatants are required to sustain the rifleman and his efforts, suggesting a ratio of civilians to soldiers, with the Yale Review cited.
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House of Commons
Strunsky
Yale Review
August Flower Panacea Promises Quick Relief Worldwide
Green's August Flower touted as a half century global remedy for constipation indigestion nervous dyspepsia and related symptoms. The ad claims a few doses relieve discomfort and promotes it as a gentle laxative available through druggists in civilized countries.
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Green
A.v
Women Are Organized in Seattle Movement Claims 10000 Strong
Seattle Washington reports more than 10 000 organized women and girls in the current reform era as a notable civic activity.
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Seattle, Wash
Chinese Like Automobiles and Mobility in Shanghai
American cars gain popularity in China though road scarcity limits use. Wealthy residents own multiple vehicles and taxi systems struggle as locals hire many cars. Chinese chauffeurs praised for calm driving but noted for weak mechanical skills.
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China
Shanghai
Hall's Catarrh Medicine Offered With Reward
Catarrh described as a constitutionally influenced disease requiring constitutional treatment. Hall's Catarrh Medicine alleged to act through the blood on mucous surfaces and to destroy the disease foundation. Offers $100 reward for any case not cured, with testimonials and Druggists referenced, R J Cheney & Co Toledo Ohio.
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Hall
R. J. Cheney & Co
Toledo
Ohio
Boom In African Trade
A note on Africa as a growing trade focus and the role of portable watches for natives without pockets. It mentions steady trade winds at Caracona powering three wireless stations via windmills.
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Africa
Caracona
Do You Blame Her Excerpt Sparks Street Corner Tune Talk
Boggs argues with a friend over street performance. He says he does not play for money and that his wife forbids practicing indoors. The exchange highlights tension between livelihood and home concerns.
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Boggs
Stearns paste marketed to rid homes of rats and mice
Government orders thousands of pounds of Stearns Paste for city use. The product is sold in small boxes at local stores and is touted as effective against rats mice cockroaches and waterbugs in homes stores and barns.
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Stearns
England Hires 150 Women Clerks In Government Offices
The article notes in England about 150 women employed as clerks in government offices and discusses fashion remarks between Marie and Molly about a gown and lace said to be forty years old.
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Molly
Lace
Marie
England
Notice to Sick Women in Aberdeen and Kingfisher
Personal letters praise Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound for female troubles. Mrs Perry Prestidge of Aberdeen Idaho says one bottle helped, now has three and feels like a different woman. Miss Nina Southwick of Kingfisher Oklahoma reports two years of illness relieved after ten bottles and now is well and strong.
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Aberdeen
Idaho
Lydia E.pinkham
Lydia E. Pinkham
Mras-Perry Prestidge
Kingfisher
Okla
Nina Southwick
New Docks at Halifax Boost War Port Capacity
The Halifax docks progress to handle large Canadian and American shipping, cutting trans Atlantic trips during the war. Construction costs total 30 million dollars and will eventually allow docking of 375000 tons at once as Britain reports 5,000,000 working women.
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Halifax
Dr Pierce’s Pleasant Pellets Liver Pills Ad
Advertises Dr Pierce’s Pleasant Pellets as original liver pills from forty years ago. Claims to regulate liver and bowels.
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Dr. Pierce
A Married Couple Dialog About Wealth and Sharing
A married couple debates wealth and kindness noting some people have less money. They acknowledge mixed fortunes but emphasize the value of knowing others and sharing gently.
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