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Newspaper
Saint Johns Review
Location
Saint Johns, Oregon, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1918
Page
4
A New York Independent account recounts fogbound naval operations with destroyers guarding an eighty-ship convoy. Night fogs force blind navigation and near collisions, leaving commanders and crews haunted by peril while warding a perilous sea.
A quirky local event centers on a mysterious germ described as the “gugele microbe,” puzzling residents and drawing curiosity from the town’s glee club. No injuries reported. Officials say more tests are pending.
Historical note describes a streamline plan for airships affecting lift and drag. It mentions an airship design element with a gimbaled line tank and a dropper mechanism. A builder reportedly achieved two kilometers per hour speed changes and warns pilots of potential control losses.
A garbled excerpt from the Tallisville Courier Journal presents a string of disjointed lines about outfits weather and money. It features quips about farmers value and a character named Fartier Catctor in a fictional night guard setting.
Members of United States Base Hospital No. 20 plan to equip 250 personnel for France with buoyant life suits. Maj. J. B. Carnett notes a campaign to raise 89,000 for safety suits, supported by officers and enlisted men. The flotation gear allows indefinite water stay, features buoyant upper body lining and foot restraints to keep wearers upright. suits are easy to don after brief practice.
A brassbound call urges shoppers to skip fabric samples fearing waste during wartime. The piece cites a National Retail Dry Goods Association figure showing about one percent of goods given away as samples, arguing even small waste hurts the clothing industry and national effort. Mention of Ky Toniette Lovewell and Viggi Lasites appears.
A garbled report from a historical page recounts myths about the Vie placer bear of Alaska. It mentions figures like Haenode and De Harry at the University of Califor nia, suggesting a mythic claim tied to Wrens hunter and a vast river region.
The readable lines show a halted plea style exchange with names Mr Avtilersetti and Mr Honpeck and a vague reference to ringing a place. The text lacks concrete events, locations, or outcomes to form a factual headline and summary.
Fragmentary dialogue hints at themes of respect and truth amid political or personal strains. The obscured text references Washington, a berth, and characters Kamera Wvdus and Mr Huggine, with mentions of surrender and family ties.
Police report capturing a gang of thieves linked to a partnerite burglary. Authorities say the bust followed a series of break ins and the arrests indicate a coordinated crime ring dispersed across multiple sites. Details of locations and names were limited in the readable text.
An elegiac note on Memorial Day recalling the Civil War and Gettysburg creed that the dead did not die in vain, urging renewed devotion to liberty and democracy. It laments past sacrifices and questions whether future generations will honor those who died by spreading freedom and democracy worldwide.
A tribute recalls P. Phil Kearny’s role in early campaigns and his fierce resolve. The piece lauds his loyalty to comrades, disciplined conduct, and steadfast will amid hardship, noting his soldiers’ sacrifice and his own exemplary courage. Philippe, Conte de Paris, praises his military spirit in the Century.
A reflective poem notes flags flown at half mast and a bugle silent, honoring those who rest at Aull. It salutes their bravery and sacrifice to preserve freedom and peace for all.
A mislabeled historical notice lists legal blanks for sale including warranty deeds quit claim deeds mortgages contracts for sale of realty leases and related forms. The ad urges readers to pay their subscription and notes that other blanks will be edited as demand changes.
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