County School Notes Sees Teachers’ Meeting at De Pue
A local teachers’ meeting will be held at De Pue School on Saturday December 4 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. to earn four hours of the eight required professional credits. Attendees from De Pue are expected to participate. Sheffield and Cherry Centers recently held worthwhile sessions. The Cherry Reading Circle met November 19 from 2:30 to 5:00 with discussions on Physical Training and Classroom Organization and Control. next gathering is set for December 10 with additional chapters planned.
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de Pue
Sheffield
Cherry
Cherry Reading Circle
Miss Neill
Miss Vickers
Christmas Packages for American Troops Overseas
The War Department outlines holiday parcel rules for service members abroad. Items to Germany must arrive in Hoboken by December 5 to assure Christmas delivery, sent to General Superintendent Army Transport Service Hoboken New Jersey. Packages to Hawaii and the Philippines go to Fort Mason San Francisco and must reach by December 8, limited to twenty pounds and two cubic feet. Perishable foods should be canned or boxed and clearly marked with recipient name rank and unit. Local Red Cross at 2011-2 East St Paul Street offers guidance for mailing.
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War Department
Germany
Hoboken
New Jersey
Army ‘Transport Service
Hawaii
Phillipines
Mepot Quartermaster
Fort Mason
San Francisco
California
American Red Cross
Fast St. Paul Street
Dreco Heals Longstanding Stomach Ailments Says Machinist
R W Wright a machinist from Decatur Illinois reports relief after completing three bottles of Dreco. He suffered gas bloating dizziness poor appetite and constipation for years before feeling like a different person and ready to work again. The ad claims Droco treats gas griping bloating weak kidneys and other conditions with druggists carrying the remedy.
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Dizzy
Mr. R. W. Wright
Wabash R. R
E. Prairie St
Decatur
Ill
Droco
Spring Valley
Spring Valley Drug Co
Why Coal Strike Was Called Off
President Lewis of the United Mine Workers said the strike ended after officials were warned the union would be barred from mail and telegraph use and federal troops could be deployed if it continued. He warned miners would not accept a further wage cut when the current agreement expires in April.
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Tumuity
Miners’ Union
Lewis
United Mine Workers
Belleville Subdistrict
Exhibition of Benedictine Art at St Bede College
An exhibition at St Bede College displays Benedictine art from U S schools. The show features pencil sketches paintings photographs sculpture and architectural works illustrating monastic artistic tradition and education in Benedictine communities.
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ST. Bede College
United States
St. Bede’s
Results show Doan's Kidney Pills aid Spring Valley resident
Spring Valley resident Nels Johnson reports relief from back and kidney pain after using Doan's Kidney Pills bought at Rabhbun's Drug Store. He describes dizziness and blackouts when stooping, and says one box brought significant relief. Price 60 cents at all dealers.
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Nels Johnson
Greenwood St
Spring Valley
Doan
Rabhbun
Mr. Jonson
Foster-Milburn Co
Mars
Buffalo
N. Y
Mr. White Urges RAT-SNAP To Kill Rats At Home
Mr. Fred White warns against idling around rats and shares his experience after using RAT-SNAP. He claims five rats died and others were deterred, noting potatoes were eaten before use. The ad touts three sizes 35c 65c and 1.25 and claims seal by Fehr and Cumming and Thompson Drug Co.
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Mr. White
Fehr and Cumming and Thompson Drug Co
The Species Bug Visitor Incidents
The office boy reports a human insect encounter describing a lady bug as the irritant. The official narrator questions the insect type and tense mood shows annoyance at the intrusion.
How Big New York Grocery Firm Keeps Down Rats
Vroome and Co butter and cheese merchants in New York City say they keep RAT-SNAP in their cellars at all times and that it reduces rat activity. Farmers also use RAT-SNAP because rats avoid fresh bait. Three sizes priced at 35e 65c and $1.25, sold and guaranteed by Fehr and Cumming and Thompson Drug Co.
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Vroome & Co
New York City
Fehr and Cumming and Thompson Drug Co
To Measure Molasses Properly
Instructions advise greasing the measuring cup before measuring molasses or syrup to prevent sticking and waste, ensuring accurate quantity. The tip emphasizes coating the cup to avoid remnants clinging to the sides.
Nationwide Red Cross Health Center campaign outlined
The American Red Cross launches a nationwide health service, routing its Health Center through local stores and exhibits. It aims to inform and prevent disease, offering literature, lectures, demonstrations, and clinics, with over a hundred centers operating nationwide and a focus on health education for all ages.
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Red Cross Health Center
Sanateria
Faust
Red Cross
American Red Cross Health Center
French Praise for Our Red Cross Work
Andre Tardieu lauds American philanthropy for France with high credit to the American Red Cross. He notes 1918 expenditures of 87 million francs and 1919 charitable outlays of 171.00906 million francs, plus large stock donations and Junior Red Cross support linking American youth with France's war survivors.
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France
Andre Tardieu
United States
American Red Cross
Red Cross of
America
Patient Matchmaker Sures Fire of Hope Across Town
A patient man pursues a long quest to light a single match, admired for his perseverance and calm demeanor as he continues the search for a spark. His steady approach contrasts with hurried efforts, highlighting resilience and quiet optimism in the community.
Humorous Lecture At Opera House Draws Local Praise
A guest at the opera house last night praised the humorous lecture as first rate. The landlord of the Petunia tavern, speaking excitedly, said he had a complimentary ticket and enjoyed the event.
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Opera House
Petunia
When Tribulation Is God’s Plan Said To Be
A cheery caller urges Aunt Martha to ignore troubles claiming happiness follows. The old woman replies she believes tribulation is sent by the Lord for a purpose and expects to be tribulated.
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Martha
Father Son Talk Warns About Work And Poverty
In a clipped dialogue a father warns his son that not working will land him in the poorhouse. The son retorts he once saw a movie poorhouse and it did not seem as bad, reflecting a comic take on labor and poverty.
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Son
Speech Rewrite Prompted by Secretary and Senator
The secretary notes the speech will reveal exact thoughts and the senator agrees to begin work immediately on rewriting it. The exchange suggests urgent drafting and decision making to control disclosed ideas.
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Sorghum
Succession of Events in Boxing Rounds
In the report, Teddy collapses in round five after a strong punch by Pete. The next sequence notes that Tie also yields, ending the exchange with both fighters showing weakness after the decisive fifth round.
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Teddy
Pete
Outline of Characters in New Play Draws Skepticism
A theater observer recalls an author presenting an outline of his new play's characters. The critic found the sketches insufficient, describing them as sketchy and unclear, leaving the overall concept hard to judge.
Following Advice Why is Sam pondering over fiery speeches
Sam weighs volumes of fiery speeches while reflecting on advice to do light reading. The fragment suggests a cautious approach to study and the pull between heavy rhetoric and easy tasks.
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Mr. Fred White
New York
Hunt
Thomes Son Drug Company
Cascara
Douglas
la Grippe
Red Cross Health Service Department
National
Fed Cross
Lny
Thompson Drug CO
LaSalle Auditorium
Ginsberg
la Salle
Wim, Jasper, Auditorium Amusement Co
Francis Kilduff
Lasalle
Ali
Kile— Dafe's
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