Famine after war seen in rising costs and economic strain
An editorial warns that famine follows war as prices soar and resources drain. It cites figures from 1914 to 1919 showing price increases, notes declines in clothing and fuel costs, and argues the rate of living-cost rise is easing. It urges government action to curb profiteering and support consumers.
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United States
Department of Labor
Ashington
Nerica
Europe
Hoover
Exploita
Overseas cap and field gear show changed military style
The text discusses the overseas cap as practical headgear under the tin hat, contrasting ornate past uniforms with now subdued khaki and camouflaged gear. It notes reforms from dress parade outfits to functional field attire and the decline of bright laces, buttons, and bearskin details.
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Perry
Navy
Canary and goldfish trade fueled by war and fashion
The article notes rising costs for canaries due to war cutting exports and breeder work, with prices from five to fifteen dollars in major markets. It highlights song bird and goldfish trade growth in department stores, cites London and New York hubs, and mentions scarce canaries, canary breeders, and Canadian demand. It ends with a provocative political aside about Emma Goldman.
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America
London
New York
England
Canada
Bethnal Green
Barclay St
Penny-ante gamblers eyed after illness and loot
A fragment from a newspaper page recounts a doctor’s warning about gaming in a community and a plan to wait a few nights to recover seven cents lost in a penny-ante scheme. It also notes various lighthearted items and local oddities.
Repentance minister warns of hate and radicalism in society
National Repentance staff writer argues in a Star sermon that only prayer and fasting can expunge deep rooted hate. He laments war pestilence labor conflict and mob violence while urging national humility and mercy. He decries hollow patriotism and democracy devoid of brotherhood.
Bayer on Genuine Aspirin Brand Promise
A Bayer packaging claim urges relief with genuine aspirin. The message emphasizes trust in the Bayer name on the aspirin, presenting it as a safe option to relieve discomfort without fear.
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BAYER
Bayer Aspirin Trademark Claims and Safety Marking
An OCR snippet discusses Bayer aspirin tablets, stressing genuine products must bear the Bayer Cross. It promotes aspirin for headaches toothaches neuralgia and other pains, notes unbroken packages with directions, 12 tablet tins, and larger packages from druggists.
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Bayer
Olive Tablets: A Natural Liver and Bowels Aid
Dr. F M Edwards promotes Olive Tablets as a complexion improving tonic after 17 years of use. The remedy blends well known vegetable ingredients with olive oil to ease waste removal and restore energy. Priced 10 and 25 cents, the ad claims brighter looks and better digestion with nightly use.
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F.m.edwards
Ring T
Boldt's French Pastry Shops Listed for Sale
Uptown at 1414 3d Ave and downtown at 913 2d Ave are noted as Boldt's French pastry locations. The brief listing implies a sale or transfer of the shops in the area.
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Boldt
Uptown
3D Ave
2D Ave
Aim of labor and democracy in industry as Crane argues
Dr Frank Crane portrays Glenn Plumb’s claim that unions seek service over profit and that democracy in industry requires inclusive ownership by the whole people. He warns against class privilege, urges lawful, nonviolent reform, and cautions against trusting all leaders.
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Frank Crane
Glenn FE
Plumb
Organized Labor
Congressional Interstate Commerce Committee
Wall Street
Tools by Edmund Vance Cooke
A short humorous verse contrasts wisdom with simple plain talk about a plane making more friends than a hammer. It playfully critiques garbled language and praises direct action with a sports chant about playing ball in the grandstand.
Champion Peach Pitter Earns Twenty Dollars A Day
Yuba City California October 6 Twenty dollars a day is earned by Miee Margaret Myers champion peach pitter of California working piece work in a local cannery Her lowest day’s fee was one dollar while her average is twenty dollars
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Yuba City
Cal
Miee Margaret Myers
Peach Pitter
California
Canada to Buy Big Seed Wheat Supply
Calgary Oct 6 Two million bushels of seed wheat the Dominion government plans to purchase to guard against a prairie shortage next spring The influx of settlers and the return of soldiers to the land drive the move.
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Canada
Calgary
Dominion
Prairies
Why Teach If Shortage Persists in Washington
A reader questions Washington's teaching shortage citing 261 vacancies and 170 emergency certificates given to untested applicants. The letter protests age discrimination against women near 40 and older teachers, asking if constitutional age limits apply and whether a change is possible.
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the Star
Washington
Seattle
American Aviator Sent Abroad Against Allied Fleets
One American aviator has been dispatched to South America to aid in naval matters against fleets from England France and Italy. The move emphasizes U.S. aircraft corps support in international action during the conflict.
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South America
United States
England
France
Italy
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Commissioner of Patents of
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Carper
Wye) Herald
Marton
Detroit
Everett L. Warner
Iowa
Vinton
Des Moines
U. S. of A
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House
P. Qa. L
Chicago
Charles Stelzle
Jesus
Dr. Edwards
Ohio
Mutual Savings Association
Puget Sound Savings & Loan Association Mutual Savings Society
Pike Street
Alonso
Bliss Co
Washington, D. C
Scott & Bowne
SCOTT
Edmund Vance Cooke
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