Minnesota labor clash sparks national inquiry over open shop ban
The Minnesota Public Safety Commission, appointed by Gov. Burnquist and criticized as anti union, faces scrutiny from the National War Labor Board led by Taft and Walsh. The board investigates why the commission prohibits workers in unions from seeking recognition and if the open shop policy should persist to speed war production.
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Minnesota
Public Safety Commission
J. A. Amist
V. Burnquist
National Labor Board
Commission
Taft
Frank P. Walsh
National War Board
Minnesota Commission
United States
Potsdam
National War Labor Board
State Council urged to probe Walla Walla convention ousting
Editorial calls the state council of defense to investigate alleged dirty politics behind the expulsion of the Grangers from the Walla Walla school house. It defends patriotism and the Grangers’ contributions to war efforts while urging transparent inquiry and accountability.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State Council of Defense
Labor Council
Walla Walla
Wilson
Red Cross
Walla
Montana Wyoming Oil and Mineral Journal calls for war support
The Star critiques a Montana Wyoming Oil and Mineral Journal issue from Billings praising stock buying to aid the war effort. It mocks promotional headlines and contrasts patriotic duty with market hype. It also comments on wartime policies and asks why the useful occupation order excludes women.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Star
Burleson
Montana-Wyoming Oil and Mineral Jour
Billings
OIL and Ral
O. K
Greybull
Flag Day Proclamation Urges Flag Exercises Friday
Governor Lister issues Flag Day proclamation urging schools fraternal groups and all state gatherings on Friday June 14 to hold special flag exercises. The article outlines proper display rules and notes Flag Day services at Elm Temple and Hallard Lodge of Elks with addresses by Chas Reynolds and Adam Beeler.
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Iov. Lister
United States
Seattle
Atara J
Ion
War Department
Elm’ Temple
BR. PO. K
Chas Reynolds
Adam Beeler
Hallard Lodge of Elks
Ite
Packers boast thrift in meat packing methods
A cryptic note claims the big five packers profit through extreme economy and insinuates they exploit all aspects of the meat industry including the animals, warning Chicago meat kings to fear decisive action.
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Chicago
Local ranch worker credits Tanlac for health turnaround
W K E McCartney former cattleman now at Pacific Galvanizing Plant living on South Jet Avenue says Tanlac cured his intestinal indigestion and constipation. He gained six pounds, slept soundly, and no longer suffers from lumbago or kidney issues. Tanlac marketed by Bartell Drug Stores in Seattle via a Tanlac representative.
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Tanlac
W. KE. McCartney
Pacific Galvanizing
Jet Avenue
Bartell
Taniac
Seattle
Bartell Drug Stores
Were ready now Sailors sing for the Hun in 1918
A wartime verse from 1918 celebrates American naval readiness. It recalls past captains Paul Jones Perry Farragut Dewey Schley and Lawrence and asserts the US Navy will fight and save the seas. The poem blends dialect, patriotism, and marching cadence to boost morale and urge action.
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William Sowden Sime
William Sowden Sim
Nate
Old Paul Jones
Lavy
William Sowden Lima
Jones
Perry
Decatur
Farragut
Dewey
Schley
Lawrence
William Sowden Sima
Prisoners to raise vegetables for own use in PA
Inmates of Pennsylvania charitable and correction institutions are enlisted to grow vegetables for themselves. Dependent and delinquent youths under state and county custody will cultivate crops to provide for their own needs, ensuring surplus produce.
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Damsnels
Billy
Peal
Hob
Jack
Tommy
Pat
George
Mike
Jim
Hut
Genta
Chet
Myrtle
Dirace
Alice
Florence
Daisy
Mildred
Lillian
Philadelphia
Pennsylvania
Dentition Health Rules For Soldiers And Children
A historical notice emphasizes dental health for soldiers and children, urging regular brushing and chewing to strengthen teeth. It notes that clean teeth prevent germ buildup and various illnesses, and suggests adult guidance and diet impact on dental health. An event at the lodge includes a flag history reading by Carl F. Croson and Richard Brower with an Elks tribute.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carl FB. Croson
Fichard Brower
C. M. Fitegerald
The
Elks
Freckle cream promises lemon juice remedy
A vintage advertisement touts squeezing two lemons into three ounces of orchard white to create a cheap freckle and tan remover. It claims daily massage will fade freckles and blemishes and whiten skin, asserting the product is harmless.
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Seattle Star
Seventh Ave
Asien St
Telegraph News Service of
United Frees Association
Beattle Wash
the Star Publishing Co
Departmente
Germany
America
Atlantic
Hosdier
King George
Mr. Trotzky
Mr. la Follette
Star Tar‘sheels
the Kaiser
AGA
New Jersey
H. P
Teken Cp Frem
Kmpine
Mortgage Loan Co
Serg’t
Guy
Himself
Orpheum
Madison
SMITH
Elliott
Union Street
Farrand
Victor Cecilian
Hush Stone
Cecilian
Third Avenue
Bush & Lane Grand
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