Rhine Frontiers as a Defense Gist for Germany
Military critic argues the Rhine line is the decisive natural barrier guarding Germany westward. The essay maps the Rhine from near Basel to Emmerich, noting its 450 mile reach, rapid bends, numerous rail links, and river towns that provide logistics. It stresses the risk of invasion if the Rhine is breached and calls for cautious public opinion during wartime.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hillaire Beilon
Poland
France
Alps
Spain
Italy
Austria
Pyrenees
Cerdegus
Vouges
Holland
Austterland
Germany
Rhine
Switzerland
Rome
German Empire
Thall
Thie
Europe
Mons
Emmerich
Busle
Fittla
Hunen
Conrne
Etrasbure
Mulhouse
Sire
Surapa
Mersheim
Mayenvh
Cologne
Belgium
Alsacs- Lorrain
Rivers and towns shape war logistics across the Alsace frontier
The article discusses how wealth and population along upper river sections influence war readiness, noting towns like Strasburg Firnsburg Colmar Mulhouse and downstream cities Spires Worms Mayence Cabledtz Bonn Cologne Dusseldorf Weesl. It emphasizes concentration speed and the strategic value of river tributaries to warfare.
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Vance
Pyrenees
Alps
Channel
Nomote
Strasburg
Lly Bonke
Firnsburg
Fribourg
Colmar
Mulhouse
Worms
Mayence
Cabledtz
Bonn
Cologne
Dusseldorf
Weesl
Cook
Droaera
California Syrup of Figs advices to mothers from old remedy era
The article recalls childhoods with old fashioned remedies like oil calomel and cathartics and promotes California Syrup of Figs as a safe first choice. It urges mothers to ask for the 9 cent bottle, warns against counterfeits, and highlights the product’s claimed gentle cleansing of stomach and bowels for children. It also discusses German fortifications along the Rhine and strategic aims in a broader war context.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nayets Siowly
California
California Fig Gymip Company
Make Your Own Liquors At Home Claim Delusion Revealed
An ex distiller touts a concentration method to produce liquor at home, claiming over fifty percent savings and legality. The ad promises quick results with no equipment or experience, offering a free sample and a booklet from M W Priel ett of Cincinnati. It notes Texas liquor laws restrict orders and invites readers to request the booklet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. W. Prielett
Universal
Cincinnati
Hama
Viala
The Rhine as a Natural Obstacle in War Strategy
Analyzes how natural river barriers shape defense and offense. Discusses obstacles, crossings, defiles, and the strategic impact of marshes forests and rough terrain on marching fronts. Explains how defenders exploit defiles to halt or slow attackers and the concept of debouching after exiting a defile.
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MW Re
Rhine
Princess Mary weighs suitors as throne talk swirls
London report notes Princess Mary may wed an Englishman if allowed but a royal succession dispute looms over the throne and potential heirs. Easter travel plans and rail disruptions color the season while public holidays and football events stir public interest.
Free Lecture on Christian Science at Beethoven Hall
Mint Ghuret of Christ Scientist in San Antonio announces a free lecture on Christian Science at Beethoven Hall on Monday March 22, 1815 at 8 oclock evening. Presented by William R Rathvon CSB member of The Mother Church board of lectureship. Public invitation with doors opening at eight.
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Mint Ghuret of Christ
San Antonio
Texws
Christian Solange
Beethoven Hall
Wiliam R. Rathvon
Cs. B
Mother Church
First Church of Christ, Scientles
Boston
Mass
Freckles remedy promises quicker removal for summer skin
A vintage ad-style note promotes using a bleaching tonic from a druggist to fade freckles. It claims nightly and morning application yields visible results in days, preventing freckling from ruining a summer complexion and offering a money-back guarantee.
Insurance and Ranking Status of Tenafaw? (1916)
An official notice from Austin Texas dated March 10 1916 states that the Continental Life Insurance Company of Denver Colorado is fully compliant and renewed for the year ending February 6 1816 with a Certificate of Authority required to continue business in the state. Commissioner Pattong on a warrant of office signs the proclamation.
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CmrMy
Control Lite Insurance Company
Denver
Coorado
Euid Company
Ausa
Fragmentary Lines Reveal Poetstown Chatty Notes
Incomplete excerpts show a quirky exchange about Shakespeare dating and a tribute to Sean, with phrases like I adore him and perfectly love. The garbled text hints at a personal dialogue or student club chatter, lacking clear dates or full names.
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Qur Club
Sean
Biston
The Real Secret of Rejuvenating the Face
A dubious facial remedy promises to remove fine wrinkles and restore youthful skin by applying a wax-based paste and powdered maxolite mixture. Advertises quick absorption and claims to fade freckles blemishes pimples and age spots with daily use and a hazel water rinse.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bhs
Lo Lehold
Stops Tobacco Habit in One Day
An ad-like notice touts a plan to stop tobacco use in one day at a location in Missouri. It claims a free book shows tobacco’s deadly effects and promises results within days, with testimonials and an offer to mail copies to interested readers.
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Corse
Nai Bt
Joneph
Ham Sten
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