War Revenue Taxation Plan Aims at Big Firms
Sir Thomas White outlines proposed wartime taxes on profits above thresholds to fund government needs. Incorporated firms taxed above seven percent, unincorporated firms above ten percent, with a quarter contributed. Exemptions include life insurers, small capitalization, and agricultural operations. Also proposed are higher duties on apples and certain oils. The policy targets large profits while shielding farmers.
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Canada
Sir Thomas White
Pingnee
Unovernment
Sir Thomas
Thia
Banana dishes and desserts in old cookbook style
The text lists various banana preparations including slicing with sugar and lemon juice, raw salads, rolled in nuts with dressing, banana cake filling, meringue pies, and simple baked bananas. It describes methods, ingredients, and serving ideas, showcasing a range of banana recipes and serving suggestions.
Grand Old Man of Downers Grove reaches 100
Local observance marks the 100th birthday of Stanley Jay, a long time Downers Grove resident. Townsfolk, including firemen, police, scouts, and students, join in a celebratory parade while neighbors laud his upright life, abstinence from tobacco and alcohol, and industrious character.
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Bexter
Downers Grove
Reckosa
50 000 Girls Disappear Claim Cited By Horton Reid
The Worans Home Companion cites Horton Reid stating 50 000 girls disappear in the United States annually. Former New York police commissioner Taore repeats the figure, claiming it understates the issue, and suggests readers consider Traveler's Aid society officers' experiences.
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Worans
Horton Reid
Traveler’s Aid Society
Not Without Avail Front Case and Comment
A fragmentary courtroom scene shows Peter Cagper and others in a drunken public disturbance. The defendant argues defiance as the judge questions profanity and impropriety while a runt character mutters excuses and misstatements.
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Peter Cagper
Arnap
Indigo
Joe
Mr. Cooper
Cannibals and a Ridiculous Sailor Tale From Chicago News
A fragment describes a sailor’s life at sea and a shocking revelation as Tecemuy seeks the ship’s mate. The mate’s answer comes in a brogue about who cooks the mate. Also noted is the Russian Czarovich as the wealthiest future heir with a colossal fortune.
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Chicago News
Brampton
Tie
Eno
Preventive Preparedness Against Militarism
From Secretary Garrison's report the piece argues that those fearing militarism should urge reasonable national preparation. It warns against defeating reasonable preparedness, lest the country face swift hasty arms provisions beyond prior plans and raises the risk of unnecessary war provisions.
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Garrison
Weight Gain by Diet and Exercise Scheme Proposed
A New York Medical Journal article by Dr. Henry Ruse outlines a simple diet and exercise method to fatten underweight individuals. The plan considers normal weight, body build, and possible organic disease, with guidance from tables on ideal weights and adjustments.
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New York Medical Journal
Henry Ruse
New York City
Withuwe
Ruse
Somite Furpieh
Seriusivy
Rose
Inniskillings Heroism At Balaklava And Sertia Valor
The Inniskillings regiment, famed for Celt audacity and courage, held back Bulgarians at Kevis Crest and defended positions for four days. Their leaders and soldiers charged forward under heavy fire, with the regiment earning praise for steadfast defense and bold assault amid the Crimean battlefields.
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Kevis
Tommy Atkins
St West
Hnaily
Inniskitins Regiment
Sint Tescons
Tunleh
Aba Qaawen
Undefined Exercise Notes and Social Observations
Fragmentary text describes setting up exercises and a narrative about relationships and social attitudes. Mentions arms extended sideways and various personal interactions, with sporadic references to men and women and planning or critique of behavior. Content is largely garbled and speculative with no clear dated event.
Odd Patent Potions and Household Remedies Ad
A garbled ad fragment pitches tonics like Dr Pieece’s Pellets for liver and bowels and a laxative trio, with dubious claims about Menaco and royal revenue. It hints at Brom Quinine cures and a stray dog exercise quip in a jumbled shopper text.
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Pieece
Cascarets Offer Cleanse for Liver and Bowels
An advertisement promotes Cascarets as a night time cleanse for the liver and bowels. It claims to purify the stomach, reduce sourness and gas, remove bile, and rid the body of waste while people sleep. The pill is advertised as inexpensive and effective with no side effects.
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Adv
United Kingdom In Fact From the New York Sun
A clipping notes British operations rely on the efficiency of all Englishmen. Sir William Itson named chief of the Saffoan Tris December 21. Haig succeeds Sir John French in command of the army. Lord Kitchener is referenced as secretary for war.
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New York Sun
Willian Itson
Iris Haig
John French
Lord Kitchener
A Daughter of the Revolutions
A fragmentary excerpt notes a daughter figure and revolutionary ties with mention of medals and a coverline questioning origins. Context is obscured by garbled OCR, yet hints at collection of historic awards and gendered identity within a political movement.
Anuric Tablets Promoted By Dr Pierce claims cure
Henry A Love writes of backache left side pain frequent urination and rheumatism. He endorses Anuric Tablets from Dr Pierce as the best kidney remedy and notes hospital experiments found Anuric 37 times more active than lithia. A trial package can be sent with 1 cent.
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Dr. Fierce
Invalide’ Forest Buffalo
Dr. Bierce
Henry A. Love
Dr. Pierce's Hospital
Dr. Pierce
Testimonial on Pills From Kansas City Star Fragment
Fragmentary notes mentioning pills and a testimonial tone. Obscure phrases reference medicine and fertilizer use in France. Reading is incomplete. cannot determine clear events, dates, or identifiable individuals.
Prince Henri of Orleans Finds British Commission
Prince Henri of Orleans offered his services to France at the war’s start but was refused under a law barring one time ruling house members from serving in the French army. He then crossed to Britain and secured a commission with the British expeditionary force.
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Prince Henri of Orleans
France
The Colonels Phrases and Unclear Historical Notes
Fragmentary OCR text references the Monroe Doctrine and possible names like Kerpa Alonrot. Content appears garbled with few coherent events or dates.
Unclear Text Fragment From Historical Page
The readable bits mention Mongel shepherds and a generic scene with unclear names and places. The content appears garbled with no identifiable event, date, or organization to anchor a factual summary. More legible material is required for a coherent card.
California Syrup of Figs Adverts for Children
A vintage advertisement touts California Syrup of Figs as a gentle laxative for children and adults. It claims it cleanses the stomach and bowels without griping, notes dosing instructions on the bottle, and urges mothers to keep it on hand. The piece also mentions Doctor Istiel’s high surgical fee of 260000.
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California
Ter Marine Eye Remedy Promises Refreshment for Eyes
Ter Marine Eye Remedy Co of Chicago offers an eye restorative product claiming relief from cold wind and dust exposure. The ad promises refreshed eyes and improved eye health and mentions an eye care booklet available on request.
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Ter
Marine
Eye Remedy Co
Chicago
Remedy Restores Denison Woman After Female Ills
Mrs G O Lowery of Denison Texas credits Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound with ending years of dizziness and hot flashes after three doses. She says the medicine revived her health when doctors could not and urges others with female troubles to start treatment now.
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Lydia E. Pinkham
Lowery
Monterey Street
Denison
Tortas
Dr. Pierce’s Golden Medical Discovery Promoted
An old newspaper item touts Spring health remedies noting run down feelings in spring and winter toxin buildup. It claims Dr. Pierce’s Golden Medical Discovery with Golden Seal root purifies blood and builds health without alcohol.
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Dr. Pierce
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