Sullivan Union discusses campaign slogan shift
The Sullivan Union notes a change in a Democratic campaign slogan. Two years ago the line was Stand by the President because he kept us out of war. Now the slogan reads Stand by the President. The item cites the July 1 1873 postmark and March 3 1873 act context.
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Great Britain
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The Story of the Stars and Stripes From Adoption to Present Time
A long, reflective piece tracing the U S flag from colonial displays through the Cambridge flag to the 1777 Union designs and 1818 reforms. It notes evolving star and stripe arrangements and cites Betsy Ross legends, with emphasis on national unity and democratic ideals.
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Congress
United States
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Philadelphia
Fort Stanwix
New York
Boston
Cooch’s Bridge
Wilmington
Del
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Cape May
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Fort McHenry
Samuel C. Reid
Great Britain
Spain
Portugal
Local Social Notes Highlight Visits Across Townships
Miss Blanche Downs returned from near Youngstown after visiting her sister Mrs. Clifford Wernz. The Hayworth and Wyman couples traveled to Lewis to visit friends Wednesday evening. Nettie Hale of Palmersburg visited Alvin Hood and family Thursday. Lulu Branson called on Mrs. George Stevens Wednesday afternoon. Eli Downs and son Harold spent Friday and Saturday with Mrs. Clifford Wernz. Geneva Barcus stayed weekend with Mr. and Mrs. John May of Shelburn.
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Blanche Downs
Youngstown
Clifford Wernz
Dudley Hayworth
Raymond Wyman
Lewis
Nettie Hale
Palmersburg
Alvin, Hood
Lulu Branson
George Stevens
Eli Downs
Harold
Geneva Barcus
John May
Shelburn
F. O. Marts
Washington
Will Jewell
Elmer Taylor
Floyd Taylor
Ray
Sam Taylor
Herman
Alva Marts
Margaret Sheedy
Herman Bennett
Clarence Barcus
Misses Rice
Otto Jewell
Ebenezer
Chester Woodard
Jerry Barens
Elbas Gibson
Hermma Jewell
CA's Seen rom the Court House Cupola
A fragmented civic column notes June brides promised a touring car will deal with a vacuum cleaner instead. It mentions Noah’s ark, self made women, breakfast food used as flour, and a California man with a Chinese affinity. It hints at Red Cross fundraising and local sellers seeking profit.
Homefront effort grows as public support surges
Across the nation volunteers organize local drives and fundraising campaigns to back the war effort while civilians balance work and civic duty. Community leaders urge participation and highlight practical needs for supplies, funds, and morale boosts.
Laundry aboard as a fat lady lifts basket on bus
A commotion arose on Harve Thompson's car when he signaled to proceed. A female passenger called to wait while she dressed, as several men with elongated necks watched a stout woman load a laundry basket aboard.
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Harve
Ice Cream Becomes Luxury in Heat for Local Vendor
The food administration asserts ice cream is not a luxury though hot weather makes it costly for Ed Bostick who runs an I C sector nearby. Abe Sutch jokes rich boys would know where to look for a treat.
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Ed Bostick
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Married men Confront Dual Work Or Fight Orders
The passage notes that married men face dual obligations as orders to work or fight affect many who must manage both duties. The text emphasizes the burden on husbands balancing home life with wartime demands.
Odd Saturday Musings and Names in Wartime Talk
A chatty bit notes Hoosiers peering through glass on a Saturday after two months of war news. It jokes about using discarded masks as protection at the breakfast table. Mention of Baron Goto as Japan's new foreign minister.
Eclipse Daylight Waste Not Visible Says Observer
There was no perceptible waste of daylight Saturday on account of the eclipse. It is very evident that there are observers noting clear skies and steady light without interruption or anomalies.
Killowatt Again and Betty’s Humorous Bond
Betty allows a playful moment as I tie her shoe and I reveal a quirky affection. I express amusement and declare I would not mind if she were any creature, even a centipede, highlighting a lighthearted tone.
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Killowatt
Betty
Grass widow love repurposed. a fellow’s true color debated
A short cryptic note hints that affection for a grass widow does not define a man’s naivety or character. The line plays on old sayings about being green and misjudged loyalties.
Twenty Years Ago Note on State and Times
The piece reflects on past prices and fashion, noting round steak at ten cents for ten people, bustles fading, and a dry state. It comments on social trends and attitudes toward mail and progress, with a wry, nostalgic tone.
T R and Taft Shook Up as Parry Signals Move
The report notes T R and Taft shaking hands in a recent encounter and suggests that another party will soon face a shift in momentum. It also mentions Brother Dade Powell losing a bail but retaining substantial assets despite the setback.
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T. R
Taft
Good Old Summer Time Verse Blues
A playful verse about summer heat and clingy clothing as the speaker jokes about the need to pull up slack from a shirt during warm days.
Social Roundup of Guests and Travels Across Town
Numerous visits and gatherings fill a busy weekend as families from Washington to Shelburn and Bloomington host and travel. Highlights include Miss Ruth Reid’s Delta Gamma initiation, private trips to Estes Park and Denver, Marines enlistment after Franklin College, and various relatives visiting Ed Hancock’s family.
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Louis Geist
Philadelphia
Bruce Badger
Fargo
N. D
Ed Hancock
Paul Reid
Jack Bradley
Bloomington
Ruth Reid
Miss Reid
Delta Gamma Sorority
Will H. Hays
Sarah Cain
Hays
A. D. Thomas
Crawfordsville
Estes Park
Colorado
J. F. Douthitt
Franklin
Franklin College
Raymond
U. S. Marines
Weather of a Week in Farmersburg
Miss Glenn Yeager reports the county week ending June 9 with daily temperatures from 73 to 85 and overall clear or cloudy days. A .60 inch rainfall occurred on the 5th, marking measurable precipitation for the period.
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Farmersburg
Glenn Yeager
Co-Operative Weather Observer
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