President cites break with Germany over submarine war
In a joint session on February 3 1917 President Wilson explained the United States would sever diplomatic relations with Germany if its submarine warfare against neutral ships continued. He recalled the Sussex sinking and the April 1916 note, defended freedom of the seas, and warned of possible further actions to protect American lives at sea.
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Army Strength and Industrial Might of the United States
The United States, with less than one tenth of the world population, fields a substantial military and enormous industrial capacity. Active forces total about 265,000 officers and men, with regulars and National Guardsmen. but full expansion to 138,897 officers and men faces recruitment challenges. The reserve militia multiplies manpower to over 20 million, and insular possessions could add millions more. Industrial power far surpasses rivals, producing nearly a third of all goods with high per-worker output and advanced mechanization. The Navy-Shipping era committee notes over 30,000 manufacturers ready to support war, while the Marine Corps numbers 15,627. Leadership and organization include Secretary of War Newton D. Baker, Gen. Hugh L. Scott as chief of staff, and top generals directing regional commands.
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Training Camps Offer 18000 Men
The Military Training Camps association with 18000 men trained at federal camps offers the president active cooperation of its national machinery for any measures to uphold the nation's honor and interests and pledges loyal support.
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Military Training Camps Association
California Syrup of Figs Ad Promotes Child Laxative Cure
A vintage advertisement urges mothers to use California Syrup of Figs as a gentle laxative for children. It claims a healthy tongue indicates constipation and promises quick relief, warning against counterfeit syrups and promoting a 50 cent bottle with printed directions for all ages.
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Free Speech on Ice Rink Banter Sparks Quiet Controversy
A dialogue frames a debate about free speech and public space as two figures discuss rink skating and the desire to speak openly away from the crowd. The exchange hints at tension between performance and honest expression in a communal setting.
Care for your skin with Cuticura soap and ointment
An old advertisement promotes Cuticura Soap for bathing and Cuticura Ointment for gentle daily skin care. It claims to clear eczema rashes and itching in children and adults, urging readers to use Cuticura as a daily toilet preparation and to request a free sample by mail with a Book.
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Dept. Ly Boston
A New Trade My Dog Fancier Job Whistling
Skeets asks Skinny where he works and Skinny replies he has a job with a dog fancier teaching ladies to whistle when they buy a dog.
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Messenger Gang
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Kilmer's Swamp Root Kidney Remedy Endorsed
A 1915 reader testimonial from Mrs. Lida Riggle of Corning Iowa lauds Kilmer's Swamp Root for kidney liver and bladder relief. The note notes a notary public and urges sending ten cents for a sample and booklet with sale details for larger bottles at drug stores.
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Lida Riggle
Corning
Iowa
Walter W. Lavely
Dr. Kilmer & Co
Binghamton
Drug Store Episode Sparks Clash Over Whisky Rules
A heated scene in a drug store features a customer challenging the rule that whisky requires a doctor’s prescription while accusing the shop of advertising pickling materials. Details read as a brief humor or conflict exchange.
Actress Reveals Home Remedy For Gray Hair
A well known actress shares a simple mix using Bay Rum Barbo Compound glycerine and water to darken gray hair. The recipe promises gradual color without scalp staining or greasiness and can be made at home or bought ready made from a druggist. Full directions are printed on Barbo Compound boxes.
Crack Shot Mention Sparks Firearm Skill Adulation
The Buffalo Express quotes locals praising a man’s exceptional aim and swift handling of a shovel load of coal, highlighting surprising firearm and furnace handling skills in a compact, period tone.
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Buffalo Express
Witty remarks on love and deception in men
A humorous musing states that men fooling women hinges on making her think she’s fooling him, while a man’s idea of love is one hour of duty followed by 23 off. The quotation contrasts romantic pretension with indifferent, routine affection.
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