Empey Enlists in British Army After Lusitania Sinking
Arthur Guy Empey, driven by the Lusitania disaster and American casualties, travels from Jersey City to England to enlist as a private. He trains in London and France, hearing artillery for the first time, meeting trench life and cooties, and joins a front line unit where he experiences first fire and the constant threat of death.
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Arthur Guy Empey
Jersey City
England
London
France
Empey
No Man's Land Charge Through A WWI Battle Entry
A soldier recalls the chaotic attack at four o clock on a WWI front, detailing the bombardment, crossing No Man's Land, bayonet clashes with a tall Prussian, a shoulder and head wound, and eventual evacuation to a base hospital before rejoining his unit weeks later.
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Tfa
Tommy
No Man's Land
Long spring coats and two fabric styles dominate fashion notes
The piece reviews long spring coats at 45 to 48 inches with at least 8 inches of undergarment visible. Navy satin with plaid wool and double faced satins create two fabric garments. The two fabric coats feature cape or shawl collars and reversible capes, while the short “Chappie” coat attracts younger women.
Over the Top A WWI trench sequence and orders
A memoir passage describes going over the top at four in the morning to seize the German front line. It details a plan with a wiring party at eleven, a two o clock artillery bombardment until four, then three waves advancing after the barrage as soldiers seek to breach the trench.
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Warren
England
Waterloo Station
London
Fritz
Neap
Thomeslves
Tommy
No Man's Land
Pain
Jonah
Western Front
Narrow Belts This Summer Feature Thin Buckles and Bright Stitching
Belts of extreme narrowness dominate summer wardrobes with inch wide or less buckles in brass or steel and black or tan leather. New wash belts for white pique linen skirts use bright Japanese color stitching in blues purples greens and tans. Belts wrap twice and tie at the side with fringed sash ends while hats and collars echo the same stitchery and buttoned side fastenings.
Notes for Those Who Sew Tips and Tools for Needlework
Practical sewing guidance from thimbles to guards for needles and stockings. Advice covers finger protection, knitting needle guards, darning with silk, mending gloves by buttonholing and sewing edges to prevent tearing. Includes cautions on tight buttonholing to avoid pulled stitches.
Sash the Crowning Glory Dress for a Little Girl
A pretty frock made of yellow silk or georgette crepe features a straight high waist and short sleeves. The sash adds crowning glory with soft satin ribbons in pink, old rose, light blue, canary yellow and lavender, arranged like a rainbow and reminiscent of May Day merriment.
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Merrie England
Worthwhile Fashion Tips for Spring Wardrobe
The article highlights simple lingerie trends and spring colors. It notes trench fobs and hat brims in new colors, small kiddie hats, and lingerie blouses gaining importance. Jersey wraps, black fabrics, and poinsettia scarlet tones shape frocks and evening wear.
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Tor
Apple of Sodom described in Dead Sea region details
The Dead Sea lies in southeast Palestine near the site of ancient Sodom. It measures about 47 miles long and nine miles wide, fed by the Jordan and other streams, with no outlet and high salinity that makes fish perish and creates buoyant waters.
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Dead Sea
Palestine
Lot
Jordan
Udsum
Sodom
Adium
Youthful leaders in business face banker bias and team dynamics
A Cleveland entrepreneur advises using an older, proven partner to win bank finance. He notes bankers discount youthful enthusiasm and workers resist reporting to a boss who looks young, suggesting maturity matters for trust and effective supervision.
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Christian Girl
Standard Parts Company
Cleveland
Brain Size And Nerve Cells In Humans Reported
An article cites Professor Donaldson stating the human brain and nervous system contain about 11,200,000 nerve cells. It notes the brain’s five divisions and the researchers analyzing how these cells relate to brain functions.
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Donaldson
Agriculture Stands First Says James A Garfield
A Garfield quote extols agriculture as the foremost science and pillar of civilization, outranking militarism and wealth building as the mother of industry and sustainer of human life.
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James A. Garfield
Mrs Wise Questions Wise on Reception Complication
In a conversational overheard quarrel at a social reception Mrs Wise questions Mr Wise about standing near Mrs De Mede and mentions the gown that allegedly ruined her brown dress. The exchange highlights lingering tensions among the guests.
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Mr. Wise
Mrs. de Mede
Mrs. Wise
Election Eve Speech Highlights Mixed Weather Impact
A rural candidate delivered a concise campaign speech touching on farming concerns. He noted recent rainfall helped crops but argued for stronger measures to support farmers, emphasizing practical steps rather than grand promises.
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Empoy
Salt
Kake City
Wright
Randall-Dodd Auto Co
Salt Lake City
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