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Polk Progress

Location

Polk, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

May 31, 1917

Page

4

Government Circular Simplifies War Registration Process

Government issues circulars to aid the June 6 conscription registration. It instructs that every man aged 21 to 30, native or alien, must register, including invalids. The document outlines twelve questions and precise guidance on names, addresses, birth dates, citizenship, employment, dependents, marital status, race, military service, exemption grounds, and how to answer safely.

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One Day to Register War Time Draft Notice

The war department urges immediate action with only one day allowed for registration. All males within the designated ages must register on the specified day. Five days for form distribution was misleading. the proclamation fixes registration to one day only.

War Department

States Rivalry for Honor in Registration Returns

Citizens respond strongly to the registration call and state leaders show notable zeal as rivalries grow among common wealths to achieve the first complete registration returns.

Commonwealths

New Danish Norwegian News On Democracy Rise and War Readiness

A Bergen letter to a Fargo son lauds Wilson and US entry, notes democratic shifts in Norway Sweden and Denmark, laments German threats, and predicts a new era of equal rights. Eklingdal Leftist club disbands over farm price policy. Aalgaard factories import meat from Argentina at 18 cents per pound. Sandnes buys Mandal river for 27000 dollars, planning a million-dollar dam and power project for 25000 horsepower.

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Denmark Faces Meningitis Amid Barracks Outbreak

Meningitis has broken out among soldiers at the Ribe Barracks with several fatal cases. Aarhus police detained a man claiming American birth but the test of his identity revealed he was a Finlander expelled from Denmark earlier. Else Marie Olsen of Lemvig died at 102 after witnessing five generations. J M Jacobsen of Ribe founded two eleemosynary foundations in Ribe with $27,000 set aside.

Ribe Aarhus America Denmark Else Marie Olsen Lemvig J. M. Jacobsen Lyngby City

Unrest Shakes Sweden Threatening Royal House

Sweden faces serious internal strife with rumors of Gustaf IV Adolf facing possible dethronement. Danish courtiers report unrest, naval movements, and German influence as Britain Sweden and Russia shift, while grain shortages and Baltic tensions threaten trade and security.

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Finland sparks Russia reform in interview with Swedish press

Russian foreign minister M Milukoff states that reestablishing autonomy for Finland shows liberal Russian spirit and aims to deter Swedish activists. He says Russia seeks no Swedish territorial gain and only wants to curb Germany’s global aims. Hannes Kolehmainen wins Evening Mail modified marathon in 1 7 11 45, his fourth victory, with Wilson starting the race in Washington.

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Brainy woman faces judge in courtroom question

In a terse exchange a brainy woman questions a judge about a legal matter. The case highlights intellect and authority as the courtroom proceedings unfold with careful attention to details.

Cuticura Soap and Ointment Adclaims for Eczema Relief

An advertisement touts Cuticura Soap for a hot bath and Cuticura Ointment for distressing eczemas itchings and burnings. It claims these products are ideal for daily toilet use and offers a free sample by mail with a booklet. The closing line muses on the impossibility of dignity and love coexisting.

Cuticura Dept. Boston

Allen’s Foot Ease and other notices in a mixed page

Farmers work harder using their feet and rely on Allen’s Foot Ease to prevent fatigue and blisters. The ad touts antiseptic foot powder for shoes and baths, while other snippets joke about suitors and a Maine whisky from prunes reflecting a bustling, varied page.

Allen

Freezone corn remover promises painless lifting

An advertisement touts Freezone as a painless method to remove any corn or callus. A Cincinnati man claims to have discovered the compound that dries instantly and shrivels the corn without irritating surrounding skin.

Cincinnati

Father of the Man Joke on Henpecked Husband Judge

A playful exchange notes the father as the man in question and mocks henpecked husbands. The judge quips that fear of misfortune makes people free themselves by waking up, suggesting the method could apply broadly to reduce troubles.

Hatch

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