Bravery Hero Mackenzie Honored for Depth Charge Valor
Navy detail describes John Mackenzie, chief boatswains mate, as he faced a runaway depth charge on the Remick. He seized the explosive, held it down despite near crushing danger, and saved the ship and crew. Also notes government orders to standardize locomotives and expand war supplies, with Belgium and ally loans rising.
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Committee On Public Information
Washington
United States Army
Navy
John Mieckensie
Bowl Switc
Minte
Naval Reserve Force
Navy Department
United States
Remick
Mackenzie
Ward
The Difference Boost Don’t Boast
A brief note from the Memphis Commercial Appeal contrasts actions that gain results with mere boasting, urging restraint and focus on outcomes rather than self praise.
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Memphis
Review of the Week: Lloyd George Victory Amid War Strife
British Premier Lloyd George survives a Commons motion of censure as the war effort continues. Allied forces pressure German positions on the Western Front while American troops mobilize in France and Italy. aviation production investigations and draft expansion loom.
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Maurice
Lloyd-George
England
Ypres
Edward W. Pickard
Lloyd George
House of Commons
Herbert Asquith
Frederick B. Maurice
Commons
Asquith
Ife
Great Britain
Court Muartlaled
Picardy
Wanders
Ancre
Somme
Arras
la Clytte
Voormeseele
Scherpenberg
Mont- Rouge
Flanders
Kemmel
Nova Scotia
New Brunswick
Neuville-Vitusse
Ludendorff
Austria
Bulgaria
Varis
Ameren
Foch
Washington
Bimperor Carl
California Syrup of Figs Ad Promises Safe Child Laxative
An old advertisement claims California Syrup of Figs cures a sick, cross child by cleansing the liver and bowels. It touts a gentle laxative that kids love and urges mothers to choose the genuine product made by the California Syrup of Fig Company, with directions for all ages.
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California
California Wig Syrup Company
Adv
Wooden Leg Enlists In Marine Corps Trial
A job applicant with a wooden leg demonstrated its quick removal to serve as a possible baseball bat or war club. The piece argues victory requires clear sight and sustained effort, not mere combat tools, and mocks the Hohenzollern regime.
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Marine Corps
Allen's Foot Base and Foot Ease for hard workers
Farmers work harder and use feet more, Allen's Foot Base powder and Foot Ease are promoted to reduce friction, refresh feet, and prevent tiredness. Advertises the products as antiseptic foot care sold by dealers nationwide at 210.- daily.
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Allen
Followed Directions From the Doctor About Pills
A patient recalls taking about ten of twenty one prescribed pills after meals. The doctor explains the plan to take one after each meal, totaling seven days. The patient notes he is not a physician and meals are not always three daily.
Free Cuticura Samples Offer For Skin Relief
You may try Cuticura free samples of Soap and Ointment to relieve itching skin and scalp troubles. Send for free samples to Cuticura Dept X Boston. Available at druggists and by mail Soap 26 Ointment 25 and 50 Ady.
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Dept. X
Boston
Dancers Face Harsh Climate Comments Sparks Debate
A heated exchange questions Russia's climate and the resilience of Russian dancers. Critics argue the region's cold conditions shape artists, while others dismiss such claims as stereotype. The remark ignites debate on cultural stereotypes and climate myths.
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Russia
Gholes’ Tasteless Chill Tonic Promoted for All Ages
An old advertisement touts Ghove’s Tasteless Chill Tonic as a blood purifier and strength builder for adults and children. It claims to aid weak people and pale children, with claims tied to general health and vitality.
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Ghove
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John MacKenzie
Remlik
Germany
Bureau of Prisoners’ Relief
American Red Cross
Washington, D.C
Berlin
War Department
Gener Medical Board
Council of National Defense
War Industries Board
Belgium
Railroad Administration
National Implement and Vehicle Association
Commercial Economy Board
Signal Corps
Air Division
Washington, D. Cc
Shanehal
Mexico City
Sweden
France
Kitchin
Mainy
Stowder
Roumiania
Dobrudja
Tulsaria
Hungary
Danube
Roumania
Finland
Adolf Friedrich of
Mecklenburg-Strelitz
Ukraine
Palestine
Es-Saalt
West Bank
The
Jordan
Constantinople
Allenby
Nicaragua
House
John D. Ryan
Ryan
Congress
Baker
Dickson
Arms Manufacturing Division
Bascom Little
Railroad
McAdoo
W. G. Jordan
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