Foot trouble and draft exams prompt emphasis on physical culture
A Springfield Republican note discusses foot ailments as a draft disqualification cause. A Massachusetts regiment case at the border inspired a leather instep strap for support, with parallel French practice. The piece suggests increased focus on physical culture in public schools amid exam findings.
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Massachusetts
Goldwall
Boston
France
Springfield
Mass
Birthday Surprise for Rev Bruner at Christian Church
Last Friday June 14 in honor of the Flag birthday and E G C Bruner pastor of the Christian church a church picnic was held in the basement with over seventy members present. Mrs Bruner arranged the program with readings solos duets and a talk on Birthdays and the Origin of the Stars and Stripes before the pastor spoke in appreciation then the group enjoyed a social time.
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E. G C. Bruner
Christian Church
West Point
Queen Esthers Picnic and E'cet Of In the Woods
Queen Esthers of Russisville held their annual picnic on June 15. Officers elected include Esther Keith as President and Evelyn Convenr as Vice President. Marguerite Hodshire to represent at the District Convention in Bunker Hill. A stray tale recalls a diver’s rescue during a boat capsizing with a colt and mare.
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Russisville
Queen Esthers
Esther Keith
Evelyn Convenr
Dorothy Carter
Irene Brubaker
Helen Carter
Laura Chambers
Marguerite Hodshire
Ruth Chambers
Fleeta Riggs
Bunker Hill
Correction Sparks Exchange Over Dental Work
A quoted correction reveals a tense exchange about dental work with a speaker accusing another of nerve while insisting the dentist just took the issue. The fragment hints at a dispute over treatment and tone.
Dry Goods Price Slashes Shrink Wrinkle Sale
Local mercantile advertises deep discounts on piece goods and textiles as prices drop to clear stock. Notable items include cream fabric at 82.00 per yard equivalent, white linen suiting, sport and dress ginghams, and various 36 inch fabrics offered at reduced rates.
Seoul bishop hosts brief Korea visit amid mixed views
Bishop Walsh of Seoul visits Karuizawa and praises Korea’s administration under Count Hasegawa. He urges better farmer education in agriculture technology and forestry, notes forest damage and water control issues, and observes religious tolerance. He cites shifts in consumer goods as American cretonnes gain prominence.
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Walsh
Seoul
Karuizawa
Korea
Count Hasegawa
Cris
Cretonne Trade Shifts From Imported Goods Before War
Before the war buyers of high grade cretonnes favored imports, but market dynamics indicate a shift in preference as supply and pricing pressures influence purchasing.
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Cretonnes
Flatbush and Bensonhurst Social Exchange
Neighbors in Flatbush meet new residents while Bensonhurst peers report no borrowing yet. Local chatter captures a quiet moment of urban arrival and resident courtesy in two Brooklyn communities.
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Flatbush
Bensonhurst
Not altogether ignorant medical banter at debate
A brief dialogue shows Hicks challenging medical knowledge and Wicks replying about having seen modern plays, highlighting contrasting expertise. The exchange suggests a clash of education and cultural experience without resolving the topic.
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Hicks
Wicks
Railroad director general grants preferred car service for perishables
Robert E. Wright announces to the Indiana State Council of Defense that cars for perishable food stuffs will receive preferred attention by the director-general of railroads. The statement aims to aid canners and producers relying on car service for profitable local markets.
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Indiana State Council of Defense
Robert E. Wright
McAdoo
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