The Power of Overtones in Personal Relations
The piece argues that overtones matter more than content in communication. It cites tone, gesture, and eye contact as deeply influencing reception, with examples from social and advertising contexts. It claims subtle hints and illusion drive decisions more than facts, praising the advertiser as the artist of overtones.
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Sheridan
Lalapalooza Hotel
Roger Alamapoorlum
Prenchman
Tle
Farmers Keep Steady Despite Wheat and Corn Prices
Farmers remain calm amid 1917 price highs with wheat at 1.70 and corn at 1.07. They resist disrupting crop rotation, heed state experiment station guidance against chasing market siren songs, and await stable fertility policies. Also notes rising demand for khaki shade in women’s wear as guardsmen fall to colors.
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Finois
State Experiment Station
Our Friend the Enemy and the War Mindset
The piece argues that the enemy in war is an ideological system rather than Germans as people. It urges charity toward Americans of German descent, warns against ostracism and violence against German firms, and calls for justice over punitive sentiment, noting the moral standards in Europe and the need to distinguish leaders from common Germans.
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Arizona
Daniels
Defense
The
Navy
America
Germany
England
France
Hun
Boche
Lesseur
Itvma
Mate
Ayel Fey
Europe
Asia Minor
United States
Galesburg Pastor Resigns to Lead Universal Work
Galesburg March 27 The Rev Charles A Alden longtime pastor of the Universalist church resigns after three years to accept the state superintendent role of the Universal convention and assume the pulpit of the People’s church in Aurora Illinois.
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Galesburg
Charles A. Alden
Universalist Church
Universal Convention
People’s Church of
Aurora
Hall's Catarrh Medicine affidavit 1886 Toledo
Frank J. Cheney swears to be senior partner of FLO Cheney in Toledo Ohio promising to pay one hundred dollars for each catarrh case not cured by Hall's Catarrh Medicine. Notary A W Gleason records the oath on December 4, 1886. Cheney & Co Toledo advertises hall's catarrh medicine and testimonials.
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Onin
Toledo
Lucas County
Frank J. Cheney
FLO Cheney &On
Hall
A. W. Gleason
Seay
Hlali
Cheney & CQ
O. Sola Wyaldvaretsts
Re. Halls Pawtiy
American Patriotism Declared in a Call to Action
A speaker appeals to American citizens to revive genuine patriotism, abandoning empty words for concrete service. He urges universal duty, readiness to defend rights, and sacrifice for national security, asking readers to answer honestly at this critical hour.
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Free
Europe
Bobby Coon Goes Fishing Animated Stories for Children
A short child friendly tale follows Bobby Coon as he overcomes a setback by choosing to go fishing. He travels to Laughing Brook, toys with minnows and shells, and forgets his troubles, enjoying a night of carefree exploration in the Green Forest and Green Meadows.
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Bobby Coon
Bobby
Unc
Billy Possum
Billy Mink
Little Joe Otter
Laughing Brook
Mistress Moon
Green Forest
Old Gardener Advises Spireas For Wet Feet Care
The old gardener explains spireas like wet feet and lose blooms when taken home from the florist. He recommends keeping water in the saucers under pots. After blooming, plants can be set in the garden and will be ready for forcing in a year.
Russian Advance on Front in Persia Reported
Petrograd dispatch says the Russian war office announces a further advance on the Caucasian front in Persia. Russian forces occupy fortifications at Kalakchalin near Khanikin while Turks hold near Miautau heights.
Jutland Battle Effects Revealed by Surgeon General
London dispatch reports Surgeon General Rolleston outlines a curious effect of the Jutland battle. The statement hints at medical observations following the naval engagement and its unexpected consequences.
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London
Rolleston
Jutland
Increase in Ap Pendicitis Among Ship Crews
A report notes a rise in the incidence of appendicitis among crews aboard ships. Medical officials investigate causes and implement screening and care protocols to manage outbreaks and reduce downtime.
Farm mortgage safety and dealer reputation guidance
An adviser explains assessing farm mortgage investments. Do not rely on generic assurances. Verify local farm conditions via government and state reports, consult banks for farm value, and hire a local lawyer for large loans. The dealer may unofficially guarantee against loss, so evaluate reputation. banks can check the dealer.
Springlike morning brings playful mischief at school
The diary notes a warm 50 degree morning as students shed shoes and socks to play on a muddy path. Blinky the janitor contemplates closing up as springlike weather lures children into barefoot antics. Fatty Bellowes fantasizes about banana trees while Hen Van Ness reports a springy frog squeak near Blaney's brook.
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Miss Palmer
Blinky Hammond
Sunnise
Blinky
Cole
Torp Stebbins
Andy Anderson
Steve Hardy
Andy
Fatty
van Ness
Blaney
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Tkeu
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Toy
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Anny
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Fatty Bellowes
Hen van Ness
Lonnie
Quincy Gas, Electric & Heating Co
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