The Fake Officer Rise In Early War Impersonations
A surge of fake military officers has surfaced as the nation trains youths for service. Some educated youths have been arrested and jailed for posing as lieutenants or captains to gain access and money. One Chicago man simulated a social ascent, nearly marrying a prominent woman in a western city. Many offenders, shielded by uniforms and charm, have faced prison, with some risking treason charges if they obtain sensitive information. The piece laments the glamour of uniforms and urges severe punishment for impersonation of federal military authority.
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Chicago
Secon
Tong
Board of Alienists
Army of the
United States
Tresson
Miev
Unu
Rise of American meat eating before wartime shortages
The author argues that prior to wartime disruptions the United States led the world in meat consumption. He recalls breakfasts with beefsteaks, frequent fried bacon, and Sundays featuring multiple meats or fowls, praising the abundance and variety despite rising prices and food controls.
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Britain
England
Not a Drunken Soldier Says Officier On American Troops
An officer returning from France defends American soldiers, rebutting reformers claims they cannot resist temptations. He notes no visible intoxication among troops, praises discipline, and argues service strengthens health and Americanism despite prohibitionist attacks. He urges acknowledging the soldiers’ conduct and sacrifices abroad.
Meat Consumption And Diet Reform In Wartime America
The author argues that meat should be reduced for workers in sedentary jobs while health authorities endorse daily or every other day meat for such groups. Substituting cornmeal and refined flour can improve health and prices push changes in eating habits. Wheat and meat are seen as core foods, but overconsumption harms health. households can adjust appetites and budgets to cut meat without sacrificing health or patriotism.
Unclear fragment on Americans in France and liquor access
Fragment mentions Leary with Invasure in France where locals are unaware and a vet has access to liquor. Claims avoid drunkenness and French fathers entrust daughters to Americans for security while ruveliiyg. Text is incomplete and hard to interpret.
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Leary
France
Soldiers at Camp Travis healthier from training and diet
A report to Lieutenant Colonel Halloran praises Camp Travis strength gains among drafted men. It credits scientific meals, exercise, and close medical oversight for taller, sturdier soldiers and argues for compulsory military training as a path to better manhood, health, and citizenship. It also notes wartime rations evolving with soy, oats, and pork blends and mentions a U S Department of Agriculture entomological lab to fight garden pests.
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Halloran
Camry
Travis
Hee Su Atten
Acrepublic
Sam
Ana
Turning Hark the Clock Autivtivan Figures
A noisy opinion piece discusses wartime supply bets and political bets in the United States. It mentions a $10,000,000 stake and references Germany, elections, and public reaction. The text blends speculative claims with fragmented phrases and names, emulating a periodical column style.
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Atutivtivan
United States
Hhvn
Times
The Majestic Theater Season Delights and Vaudeville Mix
The Majestic theater presents a lively vaudeville program with a mix of acts and songs. Highlights include Allen Wess Willae Keydienn dancing with a Maypole, a strong blackface routine by Obie De Drow, and the playful “Play Niles” by Arthur Havel & Company. A charity waltz and various skits provide broad comic energy.
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Guiz
Ty Cary Oak
Blacklee
Phiylis
Nnles
Arthur Havel & Company
Rmaake A Imur
Mary My
Nes
Thasma
Walt Hos
Whiele
W. Goren
Avelig
Tloyd
Aron Udine
Grand theater crowds for Jack and the Tewnstic feature
The Grand opens a five day run with young performers and a large audience. Mary Pickford appears in Amarilly of Clothes Alley at Empire with another film and current news reels. The program features notable actors and a mix of drama and comedy.
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Civen
Mary Pickford
Smpiic
Phay
Empire
Pathe
Amarilly
Midway
Unclear text brief from a damaged Maine segment
The readable fragments reference Maine dikes and a chaotic set of names and places, including mentions of New York World and Boston. The passage is largely garbled with intraline errors and does not convey a coherent news event or clear entities beyond scattered geographic and organizational hints.
Prohibition Era Rumor and War Surplus Liquor Turmoil
The article describes a volatile period with rumors of illicit liquor flowing into dry areas, breached markets, and enforcement crackdowns. It mentions smuggling, spotters, and shakedowns, plus comic anecdotes about prices and a rising black market, alongside national military music and recruiting tidbits.
Various Texas Newspapers React to War and Home Front Issues
Readers see a mix of war sentiment and domestic concerns across Texas publications. Commentary ranges from urging more wartime effort and thrift to skeptical takes on policy and political figures. Local notes cover agriculture, hotel investment, religious rites, and drought relief alongside takes on national events.
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