U S and France mull aid as World urges a billion gift
The New York World editorial calls the United States to lend France one billion dollars, arguing France aided the colonies, sent ships and officers, and is now desperate. It contrasts a gift with pawnbroker credit and suggests a far-reaching loan with lenient terms could strengthen allies and deter Germany. France faces extreme peril, while U S sentiment wavers between friendship and financial caution.
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New York World
United States
France
Republic
Germany
Oprs
Curious human habit as troops use German trenches
British soldiers after months in dug outs finally exposed to open air occupy holes left by retreating Germans. The remark notes the strange comfort found in former enemy positions amid wartime fatigue and curiosity.
Seattle Patriot Parade Promises Naval Recruiting Push
Americans of all ancestries urged to join a Saturday parade organized by the Elks with Louis Williams as arrangements chair. A mass meeting at the Arena will follow to mobilize Seattle organizations for a nationwide patriotic demonstration and recruiting effort.
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Lodge of Elks
Seattle
The
Elks
Louis Williams
Elks’ Club
Arena
Hindenburg’s Push and Russia's Possible Capital Shuffle
The article speculates that von Hindenburg seeks a strong blow against Russia before it stabilizes. It discusses relocating a government seat to Moscow or Petrograd, noting Russian public sentiment and the risk the new regime faces if it prioritizes politics over war.
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Russia
Hindenburg
Tre
Moscow
Petrograd
von Hindenburg
Grand Duke
Nicholas
Brief Letter Praises Late Senator Jones as Bulwark
A Washington State newspaper published a letter praising the late Herr Jones, United States senator from Yakima, calling him a bulwark of liberty. The writer suggests a misprint may have read bull work.
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Washington States
Herr Jones
United States
Gu Yakima
Proper Diet and Calorie Basics for Health
This piece explains calories and energy from food, typical daily needs around 2500 for non strenuous activity, and the balance of nutrients. It stresses protein limits, fats, carbohydrates, and the value of vegetables, fruits, and vitamins, with a rule for balancing family spending on milk vegetables fruit versus meats fish and eggs.
The Double Squeeze Continued in Our Last Issue
Barney Larkin dominates the Giant-killers pitch scene with airtight ball and a volatile off field persona. Tris Ford balances team morals, loyalty, and drawing power as Win Shute supports strategy while Larkin’s behavior tests clubhouse unity and management.
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Tina Ford
Punxautawney
Barney
Detroit
Tigers
Georgia Persimmon
Barney Larkin
Bill Dart
Tris Ford
Nouch
Ford
Bio Management
Tris
Giant-killers
St. Louis
Chicago
Larkin
Ball Park
James Winton Shute
James Winton
Shute
St. Ford
Ira Landis
Win Shute
Varney
Job
Win
First TB Symptoms Noted By A M State
The first signs of tuberculosis include weight loss weakness and a rapid pulse with often a slight fever. In pulmonary tuberculosis a cough is almost always present.
Idle German Merchant Fleet In Neutral Waters Report
German merchant tonnage totaling 5,300,000 tons across 621 ships equals 2,311,000 tons or 42 percent idle in neutral waters, reflecting wartime disruption of shipping.
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Germany
Simple Remedy Prolongs Life Says Dr Caldwell’s Syrup Pepsin
An old age health tip extols Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as a gentle laxative to prevent constipation. The ad claims it aids bowel function without griping and promotes ease and comfort, touting a fifty cent price and a free trial offer from Dr W B Caldwell at Monticello Illinois.
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Dr. Caldwell
Robert le Forgee
Kirkwood Boulevard
Davenport
Iowa
War Message of Honor Denounces Prussia and Calls to Battle
The speech condemns German espionage and declares war to defend democracy. It asserts the United States will fight for rights of nations and liberty, promising fair play, no self-interest, and support for German people while confronting their government.
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Prussia
United States
Mexico City
Kaiser
Count Tarnowski
Austro- Hungary
U. S
Eas
Vienna
America
Pri
TIZ For Tired And Sore Feet
A vintage ad touts a 25 cent box of Tiz to relieve tired, swollen feet and foot pain. It promises instant relief from corns callouses bunions and burning sensations with no shoe tightness and quick comfort for sore feet.
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Wer
Fashion
Everett True
Everett
Kryptok Lens
Walter Robson
Eort
Rge
Robert le Forge
Peoples Savings Bank
Shccondave, and
Pike IT
Edwin J. Brown
First National Bank
Pioneer Place
First National Bank of Seattle
M. A. Arnold
D. H. Moss
M. McMicken
C. A. Philbrick
A. R. Truax
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