Red Cross Seals Aimed at Tuberculosis Fight Through History
The piece traces the origin of Red Cross seals from wartime needs to fund tuberculosis work in the United States. It notes key figures like Thoreau Riis and Julia Ward Howe, the growth of campaigns from 1900 onward, and the rise to millions in sales yielding funds for anti tuberculosis efforts despite evolving wartime attitudes.
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Solire Hospital
Brooklyn
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Vogan
Arttimel
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Austrig
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Norway
Sweden
Austria
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Riis
New York
Mies Wmily Y. Abwell
Delaware ‘Red Cross
American Red Cross
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Miso Bissell
United States
Red Cross
War talk shadows U S politics in press wordplay
A Philadelphia paper frames condition as a trial of nerves and public opinion. It hints President Wilson may attend executive sessions and seek floor access for Cabinet members in the coming Congress session. The piece notes a tougher political climate after March.
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Wilson
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House of Representative
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Coming Events in Clarksburg
A list of local programs and socials in Clarksburg features the Barrett Players presenting The Girl at Palace theater on December 2. Robinson Grand theater hosts The Firety on December 2 and Nell O Briens Minstrels on December 10, with The Quaker Girl at Robinson Grand on December 12. December 3 offers a Christmas bazaar by the Ladies Aid Society of First Methodist Church.
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Aldewalkenlons
Clarkeburg
Washington Irving High School
Hel
Barrett Players
Palace Theater
Robinson Grand Theater
Ladies Aid Society of
First Methodist Church
Barrett Plyers
Palace ‘Theater
Hursday
Nell ° O'Brien
Titman proposes steel cartel probe to cut armor costs
Senator Gonjamin K Titman asserts large steel firms conspired to raise armor costs and urges government manufacturing options. He cites Navy Secretary Daniels plans from months ago and calls for action to break up the combination. Democratic claims appear inconsistent with official press statements.
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Gonjamin K. Titman
United States
Oard
Pass
Navy
Josephi Ue Daniels
Aim
Two Burglars and the Mexican Situation
In Cumberland Md Daily News style a political joke outlines two burglars as Mexico’s leaders Carranza and Villa. It suggests Villa tries to pull down Carranza’s rival while Carranza climbs up to threaten Villa, ending with the idea Carranza will suffer a downfall.
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Vie Cumberland
Daily News
Mexico
Carranza
Villa
Mick ‘Wile
Jez
War and the cause of business revival debate
Article argues the war in Europe fuels wartime orders and production delays in the United States. It asserts Democratic policy is not causing business fluctuations and that war is the primary factor shaping the economy, challenging claims that party actions drive the downturn or revival.
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Caue
Europe
Travelette by Mikvah i in Calcutta gharry culture
The piece describes gharry classes in Calcutta, from third to first class, detailing costs and social impressions. It contrasts Western carriage norms with local practice, noting a first-class gharry costs about thirty three cents an hour and the aristocratic aura on the box. It ends with a chaotic scene involving a Chattanooga man and secrecy around a automobile chase.
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Calcutta
Ian
Solomon
Calcutta Maidan Parade Draws Diverse Crowd and Music
Report from Calcutta describes a ceremonial parade at the Maidan grounds with bands and crowds. Visitors note the vibrant scene as soldiers, civilians, and travelers observe the rehearsal and street performances amid descriptions of local life and a favorite march tune shared by observers.
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Jane Sea
Drivine Park
Abe
Palecy
Ur Jong
Ray Beem Sarees
Sittin
Calcutte
Tillery
Calcutta
The Grocer's Wife and the Skewed Alibi
A melodramatic scene unfolds as a woman pleads innocence amid dramatic accusations. A blond wig, a crooked tale, and a mistaken identity propel a tense confrontation between Mugfield and the grocer’s supposed wife, ending in a marriage that hides a fatal deception.
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Tila
Beran
Grocer
Electric signs as a new tool for urban advertising
The article argues electric signs offer clearer, more noticeable guidance than painted signs in crowded cities. It envisions uses from shopfront advertising to wayfinding in hospitals, fire boxes, and suburban entrances, stressing practicality and broad potential for profitable deployment.
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Johin Hopke
Lina
Famous Soldier Benefits From Rheuma Cure Ad
An advertisement features sergeant Mathew M. Doyle praising Rheuma for curing rheumatism and reclaiming his ability to perform duty. The testimonial claims relief from pain, improved vitality, and a return to active service after a longstanding battle with rheumatism. The ad promotes a 50 cent price and urges readers to try Rheuma.
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N. Y
Philippines
Lyoo
U.S
Mathew M. Doyle
U.S. A
Growing Better Charity and war orphan aid lauded
Gratton Sentinel notes world grows better daily as Christian charity aids a little girl to find her missing father. The Fairpiout West Virginian accuses William J. Bryan of goons lecturing in Congress. Parkersburg State Journal rebukes the charge. Preston News expresses desire for Sunday edition from Evening Telegram.
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Dolloa
Gratton Sentinel
William J. Bryan
Hsee
Eae
Washington
Parkersburg State Journal
Evening Telegram
Clarkeburg
Preston News
Woman lecturer Mrs volbick Lawrence to speak in Wheeling
Washington December 1 Mrs volbick Lawrence who spoke before the Women of the Congressional Ghion in this city last week will lecture in Wheeling on December 8 She impressed the capital women with her talks and said militant methods are not headed in America noting several states have granted women a life range and contrasting U S men with English men
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Washington
Volbick Lawrence
Congressional
Wheeling
Afra
Lawrence
Local Editor Notes and Visiting Friends in Flemington
Mor gan and family of Dola visit relatives here while Mr and Mrs Currey of Fairmont spend days with friends. Visits include Kitty McGlimphey of Granton guesting Arnett McGlumphy. Store promotions urge Christmas shopping and local ties keep money in community.
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Blemington
Art Morgan
Dola
Hava
Currey
Fairmont
Fred
Roach
Josto
Bridgeport
P. H. Murray
Clarksburg
Kitty “McGlimphey
Rat Ton
Parkersburg
Hopre
Falemont West
Vera Shaw
Pale
Y Gratton Trends
D. Bo Cather
Webster
Local Visitors Return Home After Week with Kin
Residents from Hoothaville spent a week with Mr and Mrs Gates parents Mr and Mrs Jon Roan Dr Coplii and daughter before traveling home to Clarksburg Sunday afternoon. Mrs Dayton of Grafton attended the barn raising and visited. Mr and Mrs Will Martins were Sunday visitors and C F Monros and family drove to Bridgeport for the afternoon.
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Clarksburg
Mra
Taken by Solicitor General in Oregon Railway Case
Washington December 1 Solicitor General John W Davis moved in the Supreme Court to have the entire record in the government case against the Oregon and California Railroad reviewed The action concerns 2 300 000 acres of land in Oregon valued at least 75 000 and reflects officials belief that circuit court questions will not dispose of the whole case The government argues the record is unusual due to the case’s importance
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Tel Tarame
Washington
John W. Dayla
Western Railway
Oregon
Davis
Supreme Court
Oregon and California
Gom
Motter
Circuit Court of Appeals
FOLSOM D and Bucktmve Return From Wedding Tip
Everett and Burrell McNutt, later at Balen, spent Thanksgiving at home with their parents Mr and Mrs J. Ni Mabel Graham of Salem. Carsey Williams and Gale College student visited relatives here. girls basketball notes.
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Bucktmve
Citten
A.D. Gonner
Millée
Everett
Burrell McNutt
Balen
J. Ni Mabel Graham
Salem
Fredida
Relatyes
Carsey
McNutt Brothers
Nee Diesel
Bolsom
Phi Rainneae
Ington
Fragmentary text hints at a scene from eternity in Cham
The readable fragments suggest a contemplative scene involving timeless elements and a figure or place linked to Cham. The lines evoke endurance and memory, hinting at a poetic or reflective moment without clear names or dates.
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