Prosperous City of Shechem in Biblical History
The Worcester Telegram notes Shechem or Nabls now called Nablu sited in a fertile valley between two mountains. It describes biblical events and the city’s possible ancient capital role, then shifts to 20th century topics about bicycles and health programs, highlighting a push for public bicycle use and a time-saving single device as a health aid.
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Shechem
Nablus
Mentiot
Nabls
Alte
Joseph
Mount ‘Bal
Geriziin
Mesos
Siechem
David
Jerusatem
Ternet
Fehobeum
Sx Tules
Marineria
Bae
Cubart
Syehor
Jecub
Moses
Jerusalem
New York
Hiei
Worcester
How to Open a Book From a Modern Bookbinding Style
A compact guide explains proper handling of a book for durable use. Hold the book level on a smooth surface, turn the front and back boards gently, and work the leaves with care. Open sections gradually from back to front to avoid cracking the spine.
Japan Prizes Children as Her Greatest Good
A historical note asserts Japan esteems its children as its greatest treasure and aims to nurture beauty, joy, and happiness in their minds and dispositions rather than impose harsh discipline.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Japan
Ester
Pests Levy Heavy Tell
A brief note describes the broad impact of unchecked pests in the United States, detailing how the insect class has become the most damaging threat among invading pests and urging attention to control measures.
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United Mantas
Acts of Heroism to be Rewarded for Valor
Changes to present law may extend medals of honor and certificates of merit to enlisted men in the new National Army. The piece recalls past recipients from the Sioux War, Philippine campaigns, and other actions, highlighting acts of selfless courage and the desire to recognize enlisted gallantry on the same basis as officers.
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Edward G. Clark
Washington
Ew National Army
Mranes
Congress
Servion
United States
Iter
Canteris
Sioue
Coi
Renn
Carter
Reno
Cnrhine Amimant
Gillan
Hanley
Philippines
Beter
Lous Geteon
Train Stalled by Bears Near Highland
Johnsonburg, Pa. A log train on the Pahoga and Highland railroad was halted for about 30 minutes by two large bears weighing around 300 pounds each. The bears stood on the track as the train crept uphill, refused to move, and caused Engineer Johnson to stop the train and watch nervously until the animals wandered off into the woods.
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Johnsonburg
Pahoga & Highland
Highland
Johnson
Srula
Whole families enlist for war in Savannah patriotism surge
Savannah reports a wave of sacrifice as four McDonald brothers join Battery A of Chatham Artillery while their father Bernard L McDonald tallies 24 years of service in the health department. Mrs A W Cook offers four sons and herself to aid the war effort with sons ages seventeen to twenty five in training at Port McPherson. Mrs Hather Gaddis of Atlanta follows, offering herself to run a sewing machine at the Charleston navy yard while her children enlist in the Marines and Navy.
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Savannah
United States
Ream
Savannal
Bernard L. McDonald
City Health Department
Battery A
Chatham Artillery
Bill
Bob
Alex
Bee Tee McDonald
Hob de
A. W. Cook
Chatham Artill
Wallace Cook
Tme
American Red Cross
Hather Gaddis
Atlanta
Colors
Red Cross
Charleston
Navy Yard
Paele Sam
Caddis
Dewey
Paris Island
8. C
Elmer Perkins
Gaddis
Portland
Ore
Joe Perking
Navy
Gadiia
Dorothy
Paris welcomes Americans as Friends of France board member
Perocess Murat once Mise Hellen Stathe of New York joins the Friends of France as a director. The society promotes closer ties between the United States and France with prominent women backing the movement. Murat offers Der Luton for American visitors in Paris with Marstal Joure as honorary president. A branch is planned in the United States. Murat is a well known New York social figure from her girlhood.
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Perocess Murat
Mise Hellenn Stathe
New York
Friends of France
New International Society
France
Paris
Marstal Joure
Society
Evaleed
Stet
Vevignes Murat
ROG 22
Vega Barnes Reunion in Streets of Buffalo
In Buffalo, Vega and Barnes meet a man on the street after twelve years apart. Barnes greets him, noting his feet look familiar, and the man asks who he is. Vega replies he is his brother, marking their first reunion in over a decade.
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Hopkinsville, Ky
Farm Dog Saves Master In Lone Battle
A devoted farm dog at Sidney Pitt Jr.’s home in Logan attacked a mad intruder as Mr Pitt opened a garage door. The farm dog wrestled the intruder in a desperate fight but was fatally wounded by infection after being shot to end the danger.
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Wettob
Lotus
Linen
Philippine
Petente Shelton
Shelton
Tan
Logan
Sidney Pitt, Jr
Mr. Pitt
Porpoise Fishery At Cape Hatteras A Century Old
The porpoise fishery at Cape Hatteras North Carolina has operated for about 200 years. The bureau of fisheries promotes porpoise hides to compete with cowhides while oil from jaws remains valuable for precision lubrication. Porpoises are caught from shore in series near the surf with large hauls possible in a single operation.
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America
Cape Hatteras
North Carolina
Bureau of Fisheries
Hatteras
South Atlantic
Not Like Home Bright Boy Dilates on Army Life
The piece shows Inkhak, a bright boy, lamenting army life and limited food. He recalls sharing a cucumber with fellow soldiers, only to have the camp cook bake it in the oven. His mother expresses sympathy and wishes she could have cooked it for him.
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Ace Hen
Mount Armin
Cebu
Phillow Tstinde
Loute Kedeon
Gedeon
Odicer
Geteon
Congress
George M. Shelum
T Company, Twenty-third Infantry
Inkhak
German nitrogen from air expands production in war years
Nitrogen produced from air in Germany surged from 30 000 tons in 1913 to 300 000 tons in 1916 and expected 920 000 tons this year. The Frankfurter Zeitung reports a cost of six cents per kilogram, reflecting rapid wartime efficiency gains.
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Germany
Prankfurter Zeitung
Fragmentary quote hints at misread cartoon caption
The readable fragment suggests a humorous caption about fear, a bulldog, a twist in a phrase, and a woman who values money. The text appears as a damaged quotation, with missing context and unclear attribution, offering little concrete news or names.
Costly chimes for cadets at West Point chapel
The Meneely Bell company of Troy is forging a dozen bells for the cadet chapel at the United States Military Academy West Point in memory of Maj. Gen. Robert Anderson. The largest bell will weigh nearly two tons and the set will be among the heaviest in existence. The chapel, built from locally quarried stone, cost about a million dollars, and the bells will ring over the Hudson Highlands inspiring future generals.
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America
Meneely Bell Company
Troy
N.Y
Cadet
H. P. Silver
United States Military Academy
West Point
James M. Iawton
Robert Anderson
Fort Sumter
Watchman Examiner
Hudsem
Bella
United States Army
Apparatus Blows Ice Cream From Molds with Air Power
A newly invented device uses compressed air to eject ice cream from molds. The system, showcased by a venture claiming easier production, hints at faster, cleaner dispensing and potential kitchen or shop integration.
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Andl Covsmimimwinn
Lake Cat
Uta
Augustine Walley
Augustne Walley
Cuchillo Negro Mountains
New Mexico
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Hittin
Walley
Ehaar
Cook Valley
Pennsylvania Woods
Bruins
Has Scare
Army
Red Crone
Bee-Bee
Wrigleys
Tam
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