What England Wants From The War And Why
The article argues Britain seeks: German withdrawal from Belgium, freedom of the seas, end to German naval buildup, arbitration over disputes, respect for private property at sea, and no commercial privilege for Germany. It emphasizes democracy, justice, and a peace based on Christian principles as England’s aim, citing Allied troops as proof of liberal aims.
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England
Britain
United States
Wilson
France
Germany
Belgium
Guy
The
Hague
Japan
Armenia
Syria
Mesopotamia
London
America
War Effort Urges Women To Skip Mourning Attire
A garment workers group calls for women to “do their bit” by abandoning mourning black and crepe veils during the war. Travelers report mood downbeat from universal mourning, while advocates urge brighter colors and red badges as a sign of support for the war effort.
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India
A Prayer We Can All Pray High In The Hills Of Italy
A devotional note urges American readers to support troops in France with steadfast resolve. It frames the war effort as a shared moral cause and appeals for financial aid food ammunition and continued home front encouragement to sustain soldiers wives and mothers.
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Italy
France
Roger Babson
Roger
Trowbridge
Mra Newell
Peggy
Tim Norrin
Posey
Confessions of a Husband in a Frugal Domestic Drift
A humorous diary tone piece laments marriage budget wars as Lena splurges on clothes and comforts while the husband grumbles over scarce funds. He mocks the backdrivers night and the pricey crepe de chine gown while lamenting shoemaking bills and worn cardboard sandals.
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Book
Lena
Camouflage and satire fill a wartime column
Quips on camouflage among shoppers and homeowners mix with moody verse and social snips. The piece then pivots to a self mockery of wartime trends, while advertising a Northwest Shorthand Reporting School offering practical courses and promises salary outcomes.
Persuasive Peggy Seeks County Fair Riding Victory
Peggy Trowbridge plans to enter the county fair ladies riding match challenging Eva Dawson’s decade of blue ribbons. Ed weighs the stakes as Old John Patton dominates farm displays and Peggy’s confidence climbs amid family tensions and a humbling show of second best.
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Peggy
Eva Dawson
John Patton
Patton
Trowbridge
Edwin Trowbridge
Old John
Editor's Mail Guidelines for Letters to the Editor
Readers are invited to submit signed letters with full names and addresses. Names may be withheld if stated, but the editor must know the writer's identity. Letters should be under 200 words and typed or written on one side only.
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Eddie
Mrs. Newell
Mr. Newell
Peggy
Trowbridge
Noy
Ira
Newell
Tim Norris
Mr. Logan
Mayor Gill urged to cut staple prices to win public favor
The Star notes editor Mark Hayes urges Mayor Gill to lower rice prices to match other cities. The piece says Seattle prices differ for cash and coupon payments, and compares to Portland. It also questions dairies raising milk prices while reducing quality.
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the Star
Mark Hayes
Gill
Seattle
Portland
Hayes
Gnats Plague River Falls Alabama Residents
In River Falls Alabama gnats have become a major problem over the past week. Dozens report sleep disruption and constant buzzing as pests multiply turning daytime skies cloudy and forcing residents to seek relief.
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River Falls
Ala
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