German bombing war crimes and hospital ship attacks
Fragmentary excerpts describe Allied and German actions during World War I with references to bombing of towns in Germany and England, attacks on hospitals and hospital ships, and morale impacts. The text mentions directives about ceasing operations, civilian casualties, and the alleged brutality by German forces against noncombatants and wounded soldiers.
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War
Germany
England
Tift
Ats
Nomcom
Sbaigo
Paris
Gondy
Snipers and Casualties Stir Army Debate
Fragmentary notes discuss estimated casualties among lieutenants and the role of snipers in warfare. The text cites officer counts, sniper targeting, and concerns about mobility and protection, highlighting tensions between custom equipment and soldier safety.
Changes to American uniforms and gear proposed
A historical discussion notes that German snipers use superior optics and that the U S contemplates uniform changes, including removing leather leggings for officers in peacetime. The piece argues the old blue uniform was highly conspicuous and that modern soldiers aim for stealth to maximize impact while minimizing exposure.
Tainted Toys and US Sentiment Over German Goods
A long U S discussion on a German shipload of toys landing in an American port provokes a patriotic uproar and questions about Germany’s aims. The piece defends sentimental American resolve, condemns German exploitation of childhood memories, and notes wartime trade tensions and anti German sentiment across the nation. It also shifts to agricultural imports, praising dairy cattle from Michigan, Holstein popularity, and dairy stock quality with Texas prospects. The item closes with a quip on Turkey and a crossword-style newspaper headline about the Crown Prince.
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United States
Ther
Germany
Boston Harbor
America
Dairy calf import boosts Yoakum county hopefuls
In Yoakum country farmers are bringing in pure bred baby calves from top dairy states. The calves are affordable given their pedigrees but require hand raising until they are old enough to eat. Some buyers place calves with milk cows for fostering, though this can be risky if cows reject them. Early reports say purchasers see excellent results, anticipating Yoakum’s future bloom.
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Dallas County
Bureau of Agriculture
The
Dallas Chamber of Commerce
Michigan
Jersey
Texas
Durham
Yoakum
Great Northern
An Abbe Wetterlee Prophecy Summary
An old German prophecy from the Fifteenth Century predicts the emperor, alone and abandoned, crying for his people as he hides in the Forest of Teutoburg. It foresees a future day of peace celebrated worldwide when France conquers turmoil, as discussed in Behind the Scenes in the Reichstag by Abbe E K Wetterlee.
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Teutoburg
Germany
Reichstag
Abbe
E K. Wetterlee
Wagan
Dack
Revival of the derided church oyster stew urged
The Brooklyn Eagle calls for a patriotic revival of oyster stew once shunned by church goers. It envisions many forms including scallops in milk, terrapin, shrimp salad, guencho, and any shellfish, served after 10 pm as a fourth meal to boost morale for the troops.
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Dbrooklyn Gagle
Marching Song Echoes Across Ailing Front Lines
A garbled dialogue blends accents as soldiers and civilians riff on a marching song. French, Italian, and English phrases surface amid shouted jabs and brash declarations. The piece riffs on morale, music, and distant battles, with references to Yank troops, tanks, and marching rhythms.
Te Deum Rejoicíet Rejoice Song Text
Poem style hymn celebrating Jehovah Reigns and peace. Mentions Prince of Peace and stilling storms. Written for The Light by Amy Pearl Condy.
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Amy Pearl Condy
Austro Prussian War and Danish Schleswig Holstein tale
A long summary of the Austro Prussian conflict, detailing Denmark’s loss of Schleswig Holstein, Bismarck’s role, and the Seven Weeks War. Includes discussion of treaties, indemnities, and Austria’s defeat, followed by a note on carrageen Irish moss as a food discussed by Scottish authorities.
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Denmark
Schleswig
Holster
Latdenburg
Prussia
Bismarck
Posit
Austria
Schleswig-Holstett Duchies
Vustria
Italy
Austein
Holstein
Koeniggratz
Aue
Pruggia
Prigno
Nation to free units as quickly as possible says War Secretary
Washington reports Secretary Baker said the 36th division may be released from active service as soon as industrial conditions permit but no exact date is available. He noted efforts to speed muster out for those registered first and to release lists by newspaper handling capacity, with cables carrying about 150 names daily.
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Washington, D. C
Divisiona
San Antonio
Baker
Ruppes
Wanted a Name There Are Thousands of Wills and Bills
A confused note from SGT J R Dillon Jr of the 115th Ordnance Depot reflects a meditation on naming. He laments the limits of language to honor a subject, arguing against using familiar terms for fear of trivializing meaning, and muses on preserving words for posterity.
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Willian
Willys
Billys
Bills
Criine
J. R. Dillon JR
115Th Ordnance Depot
Fragmented Maz a Nurfous diction on Thanksgiving and society
A garbled column notes odd sayings on Thanksgiving meals and public life, mentioning maz a nurfous, Maud Mae Loney, and Maud Loney, with references to Germany, the Kaiser, marijuana, and moral themes. It references Holland, Dutch, and Allied punishments, plus Kansas notes and social observations. The piece shifts through quotes and social caricatures, ending with a woman’s dressmaltars.
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E Ander
Ermany
Turkey
Jock MacGreegor
Marsylaise
Ieetla
Milano
Deea Franchman
Xetta
Ellis
Mary
Frenchie
Lunnin
Te Deum
Payson
Ternune
Tresa ‘Publishing Co
New, York
Ines World
Emyavet
Kingdom of
Saxony
Sinha
Schleswig-Holstein
Food Control Committee
Dubdee
Scotland
H. Albert Johnson
Commeree
Jolngon
Scot
Het
U. S
Binus
Binks
By Briggs
Jon
Ower
Bach
Wes
Ma. Knapp
AEGS
the ‘Tribune Asoc
Nurfous
the . Etreet- To
Mae Loney
Marihuana ‘Gazette
Denny
Hollani
Yewell “Republican
Kansas
Kansas City
Gettis
Cobh Webb
Marihanna
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