Wilson Attacks Hertling and Czernin on Peace Attitude
President Wilson denounces German and Austrian peace proposals as inadequate for a just world settlement. He argues for a universal peace based on self determination and collective security, rejects Vienna era diplomacy, and pledges U S mobilization until all nations reach a lasting order.
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Washington
Wilson
Congress
Germany
Chancellor von Hertling
Austria
Count Czernin
Count von Hertling
Great Britain
Australia
Committee On Public Information
Herr Ledebour
Independent Socialists
Friends of Peace
Czernin
Hertling
Buehlmann
Kingdom of
Poland
Fatherland Party
Prince Buelow
Shipyard enrollment drive urges ready workers
Washington outlines the draft plan for shipyard labor as the priority. It states the Shipping Board has funds and housing to support recruits. Men must be willing to work a full day for pay and will not be displaced from current jobs until called. Yards will hire from the deferred draft class and enrollment agents are urged to act immediately.
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United States
Germany
Europe
Shipping Board
Public Service Reserve
Labor Department
Military and Naval Insurance Act
France
Farmers warned of new swindle targets US farmers
The federal farm loan board warns of a fraud scheme by a man posing as an organizer of national farm-loan associations. He claims to teach others to form associations for a fee of 500, a prohibited promotion. Farmers are told to avoid paying for loan help and to form cooperative local associations instead.
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Washington
United States
Federal Farm Loan Board
National Farm-Loan Association
Lydia E Pinkham remedy praised by McLean Nebraska reader
Mrs John Koppelmann reports a healthy baby after using Lydia E Pinkham Vegetable Compound. The advertisement promotes the remedy for displacements inflammation ulceration irregularities backache headaches nervousness and the blues and invites women to write for special guidance.
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McLean, Neb
Lydia E. Pinkham
John Koppelmann
Re No. 1
McLean
Nebraska
America
Lydia E
Oyster supper at the church draws small crowd
Jill and Bill discuss attending an oyster supper at a church with brief remarks about turnout. JT mentions finding an oyster. The exchange records a small community event and a single attendee.
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Bill
Jill
Castoria warning to mothers over 30 years of use
Public health notice urges caregivers to verify Castoria bottles carry the Coen signature and Fletcher's Castoria is recommended for infants and children. The message highlights longstanding use and child safety concerns.
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Fletcher
Not Where Age Is Concerned
A playful exchange between twins John and Jennie about who is older. John claims he is the oldest, but Jennie retorts calmly that ladies come first, settling the age question with wit.
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John
Jennie
Garfield Tea Promises Cure for Rheumatism and Dyspepsia
An advertisement touts Garfield Tea as purifying the blood to eradicate rheumatism dyspepsia and many chronic ailments. The claim is presented as a health remedy promoted to readers.
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Garfield
Not a Hero
A man entered the office and convincing the speaker to hand over a dollar claiming combat service on a British tank. He avoided details about front experiences, admitting only he had helped paint the tank before it left the factory.
Explosives Demand Tied to Transvaal Mines in Peace
In peacetime the Transvaal mines rank as the world’s largest users of explosives. The remark highlights the heavy blasting needs of mining operations in the region.
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Transvaal
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Ore
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Secretary of War
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Ole
Dean’s
Thomas A. Knight
Ninth St
East St. Louis
Mr. Knight
Dean
A. M. Eggmann
Doan
Foster-Milburn CO
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American Flag Mfg.co
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