Hearts of the World film notes and war scenes
D W Griffiths Hearts of the World is described as a long love story set against World War I. Details cover on location battles in France with British and French government aid, crew courage under bombardment, and Griffiths private audience with David Lloyd George. The piece notes extensive footage shot, lack of studio props, and translation of Maston de Polignac story. It also includes a child birthday party anecdote about a girl named Lucy and her friend Bobby.
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France
Griffith
M. Lillian
Dorothy Gish
Gish
Robert Warren
George A. Siegmann
Mr. Griffith
David Tierd George
England
Downing Street
London
Lloyd George
Mr Griffith
David Wark
United States
M. Maston de ‘Polignac
Victor Marier
Lucy
Bobby
England’s tiny winged plane hints at future air travel
The article describes a small English airplane with a 15 foot wing span, likening it to a diminutive albatross. It claims roadable flight possible without a dedicated landing area, suggesting an era when owning an airplane could become practical for many. Admiral Keyes attended Ostend landing and the siege of Peking in 1900 alongside famed naval leaders Jellicoe and Beatty.
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England
Admiral Keyes
Ostend
Peking
Alfred Gaselee
Legations
Jellicoe
Beatty
For Sale Very cheap three ranges windmill and tires
Auction or sale notice lists three ranges a windmill 10 Ford tires motors paint and light fixtures. Inquire A. Hardy.
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Hardy
Hall's Catarrh Medicine Reward Claim
An advertisement promises a hundred dollar reward for incurable catarrh and promotes Hall's Catarrh Medicine as the trusted 35 year remedy. It claims to treat by cleansing the blood, curing diseased mucous surfaces, and improving overall health with testimonials available on request.
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Hall
F. J. Cheney & CO
Toledo
Ohio
All Druggista, Tc
New Finish for Concrete Floors in Dry Cement Mix
A new polish for concrete floors uses 95 percent iron dust or iron flour added to dry cement at 15 to 24 pounds per 1000 pounds. One jar of the mixture is used with two parts sand as a top coat one half to one inch thick. The result is a hard, durable, waterproof, non slipping surface. Also used to make new concrete units with old material.
The Old Sweet Way Christmas in the Old Ways
A lyric reflection cites Frank L. Stanton on Christmas memory in Atlanta Constitution. The verse honors humble homefolks, light in darkness, and a child’s smiling Christmas as the Lord’s care endures in simple, old fashioned celebrations.
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Frank L. Stanton
Atlanta Constitution
No Economy Germany Claims Political Economists
In the postwar view Germans are described as self-styled political economists. Critics question the claim, noting that Germany wasted money on propaganda after the war. The remark contrasts national self-perception with perceived financial effects of wartime messaging.
No place like home
Sidney Lumber Co and Dr. Kimpston Dentist advertise services with contact details including phone 12, suggesting a local business card style notice in a compact period voice.
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Sidney Lumber CO
Kimpston
Mrs Brown A Well Woman Once More
Dr Brown of College Park Ga narrates his wife’s recovery from a two year illness with severe stomach trouble. After taking Tanlac she regained appetite and energy, gained weight, and now handles all housework. Tanlac is sold by local pharmacies in Sidney Potter Lodge Pole and Dalton.
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Dr. Brown
College Park
Taniac
Sidney
Bassett's Pharmacy
Potter
Potter Drug Co
Lodge Pole
Nugent DeLongpre Pharmacy
Dalton
Frandsen
Farm Loans Money Available at Once on Improved Farms
W H Hornaday advertises immediate farm loans on improved farms, citing Shone 267. The notice emphasizes quick funds for eligible borrowers.
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Shone
W. Hornaday
Battery Service Station Opens for Rental Use
Brewer offers rental batteries at MANN S building for ongoing battery service while old units are repaired.
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Brewer
Mann's
Soldiers recount Soissons battle losses and Victory notes pledge
Soldiers from the American First and Second Regular Army Divisions who fought with French shock troops report that only eight hundred of six thousand Algerian troops survived the battle at Soissons. American and allied losses were similarly severe. The Woman's Victory Loan Committee urges support to fund the war effort and honor those lost. Batteries tested at Osborn Battery Station.
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Soissons
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Goodrich
Akron
Silvertown
Silvertowns
America
Goodrich Tires
D. W. Griffith
Mrs. Brown
Woman's Victory
Osborn Battery Station
Shepherd & Son, Props
East Side Court House
NEBR
Wisconsin
Poe Muu
Wisconsin Climax
Evry
Wisconsin Farm Tractor Sales Company
Madison
Nebraska Farm Power
Kearney
Neb
Omaha
W. L. Turner, Sidney
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