War Poem Fragments From A WWI Collection
Fragmented verses describe a soldier’s sacrifice and a grave uncertainty about a loved one’s fate. The speaker asks where the man from their country lies and vows to tend the straw of hope day by day until reunion or memory endures. The irregular text hints at a distant battlefield and the personal cost of war.
Why Russia Cannot Quit War
A historical analysis argues the war began as Austria pressed Serbia after the archduke assassination. Russia defended Serbia due to self interest and kinship ties, with England and France pledged to aid Russia. The piece suggests public support in Russia for a separate peace is unlikely given the initial circumstances.
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Servia
Russia
England
France
Germany
Food control legislation aims to curb hoarding and unfair practices
The bill drafted by Chairman Lever seeks to ease distribution, prevent hoarding, ensure fair prices, and regulate exchanges and labeling. It defines hoarding, exempts farmers, and allows licensing of manufacturing and distribution to prevent waste and inequitable distribution. It also notes an NY World report on Roosevelt’s army and urges support for Red Cross amid high wheat prices, tying to Pendleton school administration and a call for voter participation in school elections.
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Lever
House Committee On Agriculture
First Americans to Bear Stars and Stripes on French Front
Fragmentary report describes American pilots and soldiers on the French front. Mentions Copter Captain and Lieutent Scull among early air and ambulance volunteers. Names several units and colleges, noting active involvement and crossing lines in support roles.
Tragic Near-Hermiston Sparks Talk Of Crops And Land
The near tragedy at Hermiston prompts reflections on cultivation of Indian tribal land. Officials foresee a timely opportune opportunity for future crops as the world faces a growing need next year.
Parents Council Corrects Teacher Election Notice
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Jaye Ui
Reddime
Fragmented 28 Years Ago News Item on Public Works and Unions
A blurred forward fragment describes a 28 year old event involving unions, police presence, and a planned public works project. It mentions a debate over bladed steel, a proposed elevated structure near a chouring site, and job creation tied to new construction and political actions. The text references Thompson and various organizations in disjointed phrases.
Foley’s Honey and Tar Offers Quick Cough Relief
An old newspaper blurb touts Foley’s Honey and Tar as a remedy that quickly eases stubborn coughs. It cites its soothing effects and suggests it provides fast relief through its honey and tar formula, with references to a local store or supplier.
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Leicester
Unclear World War talk and political fragments
Fragmented transcription presents jumbled phrases about World War I rhetoric, national duties, allies, and class issues. It mentions British and French actions, aid to countries, and political tensions, with scattered references to Privileged classes and democracy debates.
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June 12 in San Francisco the Feedrows workers who led the briefle tell gue placed herp in charge of the beriefle duties.
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Unclear fragmentary article on voyage and betting
A damaged text fragment mentions a voyage involving a steamer named Victoria and Crile with references to Berner, Sam Fe, and betting. Details and context are unreadable.
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Victoria
Crile
Statthe
Sam
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