Retired Chief Beckingham in Resignation Letters Says Rome Rule
In a charged resignation, Chief Beckingham argues that harsh actions were needed, likening conduct to Roman standards. He accuses Mayor Gill of naivety and loyalty overruling duty, suggesting that Gill and Beckingham should have been removed as a war measure. The piece implies further shakeups may follow.
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Eam
Police
Beckingham
Rome
United States
Seattle
Gen. Greene
John McCourt
Gill
Charles Beckingham
Canadas Politicians Stir Peace Proposals During War
The piece notes Marquis Lansdowne shifts from obscurity to prominence by proposing peace ideas as Britain and Canada push for unified action during the war. It argues Lloyd George must respond, while the Kaiser continues war plans. It frames Canadian politics as deeply engaged in wartime diplomacy.
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Marquis Lansdowne
Lloyd ‘S
Lansdowne
Lloyd George
Miss Canada Wheat Tariff Move Sparks War Era Wit
A wiry, satirical column recalls Taft era tariff talk, wheat trade, and Miss Canada easing duties in a comic toll of reminiscence. It notes Miss Canada’s wheat exports since April and the tariff repeal, with snatches of contemporary quips and a jab at Chauncey Wright. It also mentions Miss Katherine Stinson's aviation record and social jests about gender and prospects.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bill Taft
Miss Canada
Sam
United States
Canada
Wartime notices and household musings from a 1918 issue
Local column blends quirky household tips with war era concerns. items mention gift ideas from purse to hat pin, candy to poor children, milk and meat price drops, service flags, a paper not printed tomorrow, and tuberculosis seals drive with millions printed and distributed nationwide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
New York City
Philippine Islands
Canal Zone
Marmola Prescription Tablets Claim Fast Fat Loss
The ad promotes Marmola Prescription Tablets as a harmless method to shed excess fat without dieting or exercise. It promises a weekly loss of four pounds and directs readers to buy locally or mail order from Marmola, Detroit.
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Woodward Ave
Detroit
Mich
Largest Capital Smallest Expense Pianos For Rent
Advertising pitch touts low prices and quality pianos with unbeatable terms. Offers uprights grands and player pianos for rent. Promises the best value in a bold slogan and urges readers to call.
Long Dream of Jews Near Completion in Palestine
Herman Bernstein outlines the Zionist movement's growth from 1860s foundations to 1917 reforms, noting Jewish colonization in Palestine, early agricultural schools, and modern settlements. He cites international backing, the British declaration favoring a Jewish national home, and the shift from old settlers to a new, economically independent settler class. The piece contrasts Arab and Jewish developments and highlights the evolving political autonomy of the colonies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Herman Bernstein
American Hebrew
Newspaper Enterprise Association
Arthur Malfour
Dritiah
Lionel Nothechild
Zionist Organization of England
Palestine
Archibald Murray
Gaza
Hagtah
Italy
France
Tunesa
Aemaican Cooneil
London
Germany
England
Jeruslem
Rome
Larelite Universaire” of
Paria
Jaffa
Hashon le Zion
First For
Zion
Jerusalem
Herz
Dreyfus
Theodore Heral
Una
Hasle
Switzerland
Zionist Organization
Holy Land
Rusia
United States
Romania
Jewish National Fund
Judea
Galilee
Haifa
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Seattle Star
Seventh Ave
Anies
Memter
Actirres
Nortuwest League
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United Preas Assectation
Wash
Elty
Star Publishing Co
Sreedom
Eor All Forever
Red Cross
Halifax
Warren
Chauncey Wright
Katherine Stinson
San Diego
San Francisco
Suter's
Diamonds
Elgin, Waltham and Hamilton
L. W. Suter Jeweler Silversmith Diamonds
Second Avenue
Colyum
Massachusetts
Hoover
F. B
Daily News
Heloit
Lota
Belwit
Win
BH. R. Kiddo
Joy, Il
C. D
Wieieik
National Association For the Study and Prevention
Willowmoor Farm
Meyer & Daughter
Third Avenue
Pine
Clemmer
EVART
Overton
Frederick Upharm Adama
Guterson
Pique Dame
Fuppe “Mattinata
Leoncavalle
Star
Plymouth
Runeia
Mr. Bernstein Wii
Paléstine
Theatre First and Madison
Isle of
Walter Baker& Co. Ltd
Dorchester, Mase
Ush & Lane Piano
New York
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