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Newspaper
The Clermont Courier
Location
Batavia, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 10, 1918
Page
7
George Washington Jones riding a supply wagon near Atlanta is startled when a camouflaged American battery opens fire. The artillery officer checks on him and Jones jokes about staying on to win the war. Aviators train at a Lake Charles finishing school firing at Taube replicas on a lake.
A threatened Commercial Telegraphers strike was postponed as Congress prepared to grant the President authority to seize lines. Secretary Wilson, at President Wilson's request, spoke with Konenkamp and with AFL President Gompers, who urged withdrawal of the walkout while Congress acts.
The Fuel Administration announced coal rationing for households to prevent a winter shortage. Each domestic consumer will receive enough coal to heat to 68 degrees if conservation rules are followed. Wasteful users risk running out of fuel before spring.
Rome dispatch reports Germany will send three army corps to support Austria on the Italian front under General Otto von Below. The Trentino railways will be German controlled for troop use, with regiments assigned to other front points. Meanwhile a German submarine off the Atlantic coast was fired upon by a British steamer, and Bolshevik Press Commissioner Volodarsky was assassinated in London. Grand Duke Michael reportedly leads a Czecho-Cossack army toward Moscow.
The Japanese government allocates 150000 dollars in the next budget to encourage sheep breeding. Officials note Japan's existing sheep stock is under 4000 and wool output is small, with stock mainly from long ago imports.
Advertisement urges immediate use of Gold Medal Haarlem Oil capsules to treat kidney, liver, and urinary issues claiming quick relief and anti Bright's disease prevention. Promotes two capful daily and notes century-old remedy trusted by grandmothers. Available at drug stores with refund if not helpful.
A vivid excerpt shows a daughter calling her father a hero and asking what he said after an interview. The man exits the studio limping, the daughter laments his lack of feeling and wishes to be as unfeeling as he.
A Varde dispatch to Christiana Tidens Tega reports the entire Murman coast population on the Kola Peninsula has broken with Russia and joined the Entente. The message also notes a U S provision shipment has arrived at Murmansk.
Cartoons Magazine quips about General Foch as a master of tactics and disposition of troops in a light dialogue between Florence and her husband. The brief cartoon caption highlights wartime leadership in a humorous tone.
Lieutenant EB. B. Sullivan and Mechanician Doyle of Barrowfield Ft. Worth Texas were burned to death when their aircraft fell from about 100 feet near Ardmore Oklahoma. Fighting Priest on Way Paris Father Borde d Arrere is being sent to the United States by the French Government to help bring the two republics closer in understanding.
Advice to rub spots of dandruff and itching with Cuticura Ointment then wash with Cuticura Soap and hot water. Free samples available by writing Cuticura Dept. X Boston. Available at druggists and by mail. Soap 25 cents. Ointment 25 and 60 cents.
A quoted figure asserts honesty while acknowledging limited deception ahead of the upcoming election. The remarks imply strategic timing before the vote.
Government announces an inventions section for immediate investigation of devices of mechanical electrical or chemical nature. Applicants should describe object of invention claims results from tests patent status remuneration expected prior agency and ownership. Send drawings and descriptions to Inventions Section General Staff Army War College Washington. Indigestion remedies advertised Wright Indian Vegetable Pills claimed to aid digestion. Genius defined as the ability to do with little trouble what others cannot do with effort per Spencer.
A playful exchange explains the humorous naming of the upper arm bone the humerus. The joke notes it sits beside the funny bone and why the term fits a lighthearted anatomy pun.
The article notes Brazil is actively contributing to World War I efforts with conscription and preparations to strike in Europe. Brazilian ships patrol South American coasts and others operate with Allied navies in European waters. The Brazilian navy is strong with several fast battleships.
An excerpt from the Boston Transcript reflects unease with the notion that honesty mitigates harm in conflict. The piece notes that some people still face no consequences for aggressive actions despite moral cautions.
Advert no to promote Eatonic tablets as a hot weather remedy for stomach upset. Claims quick relief from acid, gas, and indigestion after heavy meals. Includes disclaimer of refund if not satisfying and a Chicago address for orders.
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