Sammy Sings War Songs as Troops Read New Army Book
Dispatch from Washington notes Sammy plans to sing popular fighting songs in France once the government releases a press book for soldiers. The compilation, coordinated by Army Navy training commissions and voluntary directors, groups camp favorites, march tunes, and well known military songs, including The Star Spangled Banner, Battle Hymn, Dixie, and My Marsellais.
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Walt Whitman
America
Army
Navy
Commission
France
Europe
Dearie
Ft. Niagara Camp
Mr. ZipZip-Zip
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Mr. ZipZipZip
Michaelis Franks German Peace Terms as Mask Falls
The article argues Chancellor Michaelis has stripped away the mask on Germany’s peace terms. It claims German leaders seek a hurried armistice to gain time, while warning that open terms would invite harsher actions. It praises Michaelis for truthfully exposing intentions and urges decisive action against the Prussian threat.
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Chaelis
Benedict
Wilson
Germany
Michaelis
Teutons
Austria
Zation
Chancellor
Weve Just Begun Liberty Loan Campaign Rally Cry
A Delphos Ohio reader recounts a bold Liberty Loan push with heavy commitments and patriotism. The note mocks German influence and urges further bonds purchases while praising early subscription success and John Paul Jones style resolve.
Peruna remedies praised in South reports
Letters from readers in Tennessee and Ohio praise Peruna products for cures in digestion catarrh and general wellness. Contributors from Shelbyville Hickory Point and Columbus recount improved health and endorse Peruna tablets as a liquid medicine alternative. The company offers a booklet on maintaining health and advertises Peruna in Ohio.
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Lillie
Martin
Roor
Shelbyville
Tenn
Ohio
Dear Miss Grey Advice Columns on Love and Harmony
A multi query round of Miss Grey style letters offers guidance on choosing a husband who cherishes praise, reconciling a dissatisfied marriage, handling a sister in law, and promoting democracy free from hate. The writer stresses mutual love, respect, education, and understanding to build a happy home and a peaceful society.
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Miss Grey
Mina Grey
Mechanics Needed at the Bremerton Navy Yard
A branch registration headquarters to recruit 500 mechanics and helpers will open in room 414 of the Federal Building on Friday. A physician will travel from the yard to Seattle to conduct the physical examinations.
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Bremerton Navy Yard
Federal Building
Seattle
Blackberry Pickers Wanted at Cathcart Washington
The Washington Manufacturers Promotion League seeks blackberry pickers for Saturday and Sunday at Cathcart Washington with overnight accommodations. One crate per four berries picked. Interested parties should call Main 1636.
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Cathcart
Wash
Washington
Main 1636
Retribution Ahoy as Court Clears Union Inquiry
A long courtroom scene unfolds with a drummer recalling unsatisfactory meals and poor food in a satire of American dining. The jury acquits the defendant as the federal grand jury completes its open hearing, with Hollermakers' union officers among those slated for questioning behind closed doors.
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Federal Grand Jury
Altho
Hollermakers’ Union
Eluding the Wife With Star Gazing Excuse
A West Seattle man used a Harvard astronomer’s claim to justify evening star gazing, but his wife learned of the ruse after being told by the bowling club. The piece notes the weather forecast as a backup excuse and warns the plan collapses when exposure occurs.
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West Seattle
Harvard
Burbank Warns Against Unmixed Corn Diet
Luther Burbank warned at the California Land Show that America should not rely on unmixed corn for the war diet. He said corn lacks nitrogen a vital substance for a strong population and urged mixing corn with foods like beans or fats to supply nitrogen.
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Luther Burbank
San Francisco
America
California
Burbank
Neutrals Refuse to Make Draft Treaty
Tom Kennedy, a government attorney in draft cases, received a letter from Rep. John Mill noting that neutral nations struggle with treaties affecting the drafting of alien residents.
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Tom Kennedy
John Mill
Better Than Calomel Dr Edwards Olive Tablets
Dr Edwards Olive Tablets offer a mild laxative as a substitute for calomel with rapid liver effects. The ads claim they avoid teeth damage and gum irritation, alleviate dullness and sluggish feelings, and improve mood, priced 10c and 25c a box.
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