Victory Through Air to Defeat Germany Early
An editorial argues Germany relies on France depleted by trench warfare and Allied submarine hunger. It urges rapid production of air forces to deliver strategic blows, forego heavy shipbuilding, and win by air power with American, British, and French cooperation to strike railways, bridges, and artillery from the sky.
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France
United States
Great
Europe
Rhine
Congress
Merica
Police Duty and the Right to Quit
The article argues that police must follow orders from superiors to maintain discipline. It notes the American right to resign but emphasizes a officer’s sworn duty to obey lawful orders. A policeman who refuses a lawful task should resign and is not guaranteed reinstatement.
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Civil Service Board
Patriot groups warn against weakening child labor laws
A national committee and churches urge lawmakers to resist repealing child labor statutes. They argue that allowing younger workers on farms, mills, and canneries harms future generations, while critics call such claims greedy and reckless amid wartime pressures. The piece notes widespread opposition and cites quotes on courage and press freedoms.
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National Child Labor Committee
Federal
Counchurches
Connecticut
Minnesota
New Hampshire
George Smuts Aids World Peace With United States
London July 21 Gen Jan Smuts known as the George Washington of South Africa joins Uncle Sam in aiding land independence. He credits America with entering WWI to secure a global peace and urges democracy to prevail worldwide. Smuts, lauded by Britain, envisions a future built on the Declaration of Independence ideals.
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George Washington
South Africa
Uncle Sam
London
Great Britain
Britain
Jan Smuts
United States
England
Smuts
America
Russia
Europe
Sona
Fcal
Lloyd George
Empire
George Hernard Shaw
Wilson
Brantling
Gen. Smuts
Letters on Traction Company and Labor Court Views
Citizens debate the P. S. C. and city council over the traction companys practices and franchise terms. Frank Borzone argues for lawful reform and courts in 1890s Seattle, while W Duffield urges citizen patrols amid labor and socialist concerns and I W W themes.
To Catch Slugger Editor The Star
A reader urges Seattle men with female relatives to assist police in tracking down the cowardly attacker. The letter frames civic duty and public safety as urgent community responsibility.
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the Star
Seattle
Lifesaving Education Urged by Local Reader
Lillian Sheridan urges The Star to promote swimming and lifesaving instruction from first grade. She notes rising car accidents and drownings and argues practical health skills save lives, urging public action and awareness in the community.
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the Star
Mars
Lillian L. Sheridan
23Rd Ave. N.W
Ambitious young man vows to girdle the earth
A witty exchange features a young man declaring he will circle the globe and a woman reacting with amused disbelief. The scene captures playful romance and light social banter from Puck.
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Puck
New York hotel men unveil wartime bread recipe
New York hotel operators publish a simple war bread made from stale bread salt and water to give guests a sense of wartime hardship. They say serving it would convey what war is like for the public and workers.
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New York Hotel
Swat the Fly: Early Spring Prevention Tips
The article urges rapid elimination of breeding sites to curb flies. It stresses hauling away manure and keeping premises dry and warm to prevent breeding, recommends kerosene or borax for leftovers, destroys sweepings and rubbish, and warns against dumping on vacant property or leaving burning waste.
Health Questions Answered on Causes of Child Spasms
VRA RR O P answers that spasms in children commonly stem from indigestion but can signal systemic disease or chronic conditions such as epilepsy. The response outlines initial indicators and suggests medical consultation for persistent symptoms.
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O. P
Man Smiles as Horse Kicks Constable’s Leg in Accidental Incident
Philadelphia July 21 A Darby constable riding a horse was kicked. The horse flung his leg, struck the barn door, and the constable hopped over to retrieve it. His leg, though dented, remained usable for years. The mishap echoed past injuries including a shotgun blast and a dog bite leaving teeth embedded in the joint.
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Philadelphia
Im” Martin
Darby
Pickwick Servant Discloses Suitant Plot at Mrs Bardell’s
Sam Weller visits Mrs Bardell with notices of rent and settlement as the Pickwick party faces a breach of promise suit. Mrs Bardell and friends debate witnesses and legal action, while Dodson and Fogg push the case toward a Common Pleas trial planned for February or March.
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Weller
Mrs
Mrs. Bardell
Mrs. Clappins
Mr. Weller
Sam
Mra. Clappias
Mra. Bandera
Dodson and Foxe
Dodson
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Hare
Vaudeville
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Felix
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Traction Company
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Washington St
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Roya
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Caesar
Frank Borzone
Politor
Germany
Public Service Commission
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Industrial Workers of the World
Kiven
W. Duffield
Greenwood
SWAT
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Guardian Trust & Savings Bank
First Ave
Columbia St
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Fourth Avenue
Westlake
Uncle Sammie
P. M
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Theatre Players
Slott
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Phoebe Hunt
Pickwick Papers
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Mrs. Clappine
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Alice In Wonderland
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