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Newspaper
Roanoke Rapids Herald
Location
Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Aug 24, 1917
Page
4
Roanoke Rapids Herald notes a resident’s belief that the town needs a good hotel. The item reflects local booster sentiment and a push for improved lodging options to attract visitors and growth.
Friday August 24 1917 notes a five billion dollar Liberty Loan in progress and urges support while mocking German threats. It includes opinions on Uncle Sam's blockade and war aims and criticizes pacifist views. Also mentions draft trunks and the need for soldiers, with humor about a Raleigh businessman停.
Herbert Kaufman argues in Cosmopolitan that democracy faces a supreme fight against tyranny and privilege. He envisions allied forces storming the Castle on the Hill to end despotism and wage lasting peace through reason and justice for humanity.
Scientists note Werchojensk in Siberia reached a record low on January 15, 188% with minus 084 degrees Fahrenheit. January's mean temperature in Jakata, Siberia, stood at minus 43.8 degrees, highlighting extreme winter conditions in the region.
In Washington on August 24 the Senate found humor in a claimed essay titled Why Worry About the Draft. An Atlanta born veteran read the piece to illustrate the endless chain of choices from draft to front line to possible injury and recovery, concluding that worrying is pointless.
An Atlanta man introduces a cocoanut oil based preparation promising dramatic skin improvements. Advertised as harmless, it allegedly removes worn skin evenly and reveals a "lovely" complexion in days. Product targets freckled blemished skin and promises 100 percent improvement.
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