Rail lobby opposed to private railroad control in war effort
A critical piece attacks the strongest lobby opposing government ownership of railroads. It argues the lobby seeks private profit, delays progress, and would hinder wartime needs, urging return to private centralized but accountable management under public oversight. Director McAdoo is cited as a supporter of government action.
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Washington
Wilson
Nion
Con
Harriman
Congress
McAdoo
Wells attacks British reactionaries in critique of war aims
English writer H. G. Wells contends Britain should embrace liberal goals including a League of Nations and disarmament. He criticizes monarchy, argues for national republics in Eastern Europe, and warns against continuing monarchic crowns in postwar world. Germany’s resistance remains a factor in shaping aims.
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Ih. G. Wells
Germany
Wedec
Neut
Great League of Nations
Mr. Wells
Indefinite War Cabinet Measure Questioned
The chamberlain proposal for a war cabinet calls for three distinguished citizens. A demurrer seeks a definite standard for these individuals and questions whether the distinction should be based on capacity, wealth, or other qualities. The text critiques ordinary citizens chosen for such roles and references Henry Ford’s submarine work as an example of dismayed distinction.
Dove of peace or buzzard flickers in old dispatches
A fragment describes peace overtures from Germany's autocrat Von Hertling, demanding England surrender at Gibraltar Malta Aden Hong Kong and Falklands, with possible removal of Heligoland Kiel fortifications. It then mocks a driver fined for dark lights, suggesting the display at an auto show.
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Germany
von Hertling
England
Gibraltar
Malta
Aden
Hong Kong
Falkland Islands
Heligoland
Kiel
Gas company rate ruling sparks public outrage
The gas outrage centers on a state public service commission ruling with the lawyer for the gas company admitting lower revenue than the commission predicts. The piece argues higher rates hit the poor hardest while noting the public service board is dismissed and Judge Humphrey in New York addresses age disclosure for election officials. It ends with a playful aside on Chicago fashion and high heels.
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State Public Service Commission
Ssion
State Public Service Board
Bart J. Humphrey
New York
Kaiser Fears Hindenburg Says Morgan
A detailed dispatch argues that German military leaders Hindenburg and Ludendorff shape newspapers and state policy. It notes that Kaiser Wilhelm II is increasingly in a minor role as they influence civil life, press, and war strategy.
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Kaiser
Hindenburg
Morgan
the Kaiser
Bo the Kaiser
Victor Morgan
Germany
Ludendorff
Herlin
Nan
Enda
Income Tax Puzzles and Answers for 1917 Returns
A series of Q and A on filing income tax returns for individuals and small businesses. Topics cover interest as taxable income, deductibility of business expenses and insurance, net income definitions, residency rules for war tax payments, exemptions thresholds, and when a return is required based on net income and earnings.
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Ann
Seattle
Nebraska
How to Keep House Warm
Practical guidance for winter heating emphasizing clean surfaces and ash removal, level grates, full fuel pot, controlled shaking, and steady furnace operation. It warns against smoking wastes and improper venting, advising prompt firing and maintaining uniform indoor temperatures to save fuel.
British Airmen Are Worthy Foes of Hun
In an aviation base on the English Channel, Captain and a small group of airmen discuss the German air threat. The crew, stationed in France, says they aim to intercept German planes before they reach Britain and boast confidence in repelling air raids.
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English Channel
London
France
Night flight over Dunkirk and Calais described
A wartime report recalls an air show with Mrs. McCann directing civil service recruitment efforts and a night sortie where Allied aviators engaged German forces near Dunkirk and Calais. The piece notes heavy machine gun fire, rapid aircraft launches, and a late return after a vigorous strike.
Wartime strains spark fuel curb and seat price rise
The fragment hints at President Roosevelt and Colonel Roosevelt humor about eating, rising bleacher seat prices to 30 cents, and Washington churches closing for three weeks to save fuel. It shows a period of war hardship and public energy conservation measures amid scarcity.
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Washington
Roosevelt
Working class to rule the world says Schwab leader
Reform talk heats up as Bethlem Steel Co. figurehead Schwab predicts a working class rule. The Garfield order dispute follows price hikes by New York papers, possibly to fund more editors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Schwab
Bethlehem Steel Co
New York
Fresh Air Cited as Key to Disease Fight and Health
An article from the Philadelphia Contagious Diseases Hospital extols ventilation as a powerful germicide. It argues that clean air speeds recovery from diphtheria and tuberculosis, reduces contagious disease, and improves workspaces, homes, and indoor plants through constant fresh air circulation.
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Philadelphia
Contagious Diseases Hospital
Remedy for throat irritation suggested by steam and solutions
The note advises steam inhalations as a remedy for throat irritation. It also mentions a camphor menthol alkalone solution, to be used only under a physician's directions, as a possible relief.
Tiz for tired and sore feet
An advertising block promotes Tiz as a 25 cent remedy for puffed feet burning and aching feet. It claims quick relief from swelling soreness and pain in feet, callouses and bunions, and promises easier shoe fitting and glowing comfort.
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Service Commission
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Misa Leone Hope
Chicago University
Chicago
Idme Freie Zeitung
Mwisa
Price
Die Freie Zeitung
Switzerland
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Italy
Kerensky
Thia
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Mrs. McCann
Dunkirk
Calais
Channel
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Washington &T. Right Drug CO
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Lloyd George
Ats
Hoffman
Proctor Cor
Pike ST
R. E
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United States
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