Significance of the submarine and world sea freedom
The essay argues the submarine endangers the freedom of the seas and world economic unity, urging destruction of Germany's land power to force a return to sea power. It links rail routes, Constantinople control, and Balkan conditions to Germany's aims, warning of lasting economic disruption if land power persists.
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Germany
Frank J. Goodnow
Committee On Public Information
Washington, D. C
Tropics
Europe
China
Spain
Portugal
Great Britain
Berlin-Bagdad
Turkey
Serbia
Austria
Constantinople
Asia Minor
Morava
Adriatic
Balkan States
Austro-Hungarian
The Japanese Week In Old Japan And The Modern System
The article explains how Japan once used Ichiroku holidays based on monthly days and later adopted the weekly system. It lists the seven weekday names after foreign influences: Sunday Nickayobi, Monday Getsuyobi, Tuesday Kayobi, Wednesday Suiyobi, Thursday Mokuyobi, Friday Kinyobi, and Saturday Doyobi. It notes Sunday as Dontaka in colloquial speech and Saturday as Handow or half-San day.
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Japan
Discourager Overcome by Tapers Lantern Turn
A taper in a drawer is carried away to illuminate the sea for ships. The taper questions its usefulness until the owner lights the lantern and makes the taper burn brighter, guiding ships safely.
Tractors Boost Louisiana Rice Farms Profits
Use of tractors on Louisiana rice farms has risen 60 percent over recent years, signaling a shift to mechanization that may affect yields and farm efficiency.
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Louisiana
Red Cross Ball Blue Ad Praises Clear White Result
An old advertisement touts Red Cross Ball Blue by Red Cross Ball Bros promising clothes come out a beautiful clear white not a dingy yellow green tinge. The copy ends with a confident endorsement and customer name Bob.
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Red Cross Ball
Red Cross Ball Bros
Bob
Searchlights in World War Fighting Tact
Searchlights play a crucial role in current warfare. Germans on the Italian front were blinded by beams while Italian engineers labored beneath bridges in darkness.
Cuticura Advertises Soothing Hand Care
A Cuticura promotion urges soaking hands in Cuticura Soap, drying with tissue, and removing surplus Ointment with paper. Free samples offered by Cuticura, Dept. X, Boston. Soap 25 cents, Ointment 25 and 50 cents.
Betting on the Race
A proverb-like notice contrasts speed and wit in betting, warning against wagering on the slow tortoise and noting the risks of hasty or foolish bets. The piece uses a humorously blunt comparison to emphasize prudence in wagering choices.
Women Sufferers Record Low Fire Faults in New York Year
In New York last year 14 058 fires were reported with only 152 attributed to defective electrical installations. The figure highlights a small share linked to faulty wiring amid broader fire causes.
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New York
French Surgeons Invent Stereopic Xray Camera
A French surgical team develops a stereopic Xray camera to photograph broken bones. The device aims to produce three dimensional detail to improve fracture assessment and treatment.
True Merit Revealed in a Short Exchange
A discussion centers on admiration for German poets with one man noting appreciation only after translation into English. The exchange highlights linguistic barriers and cultural appreciation in literary taste.
Fletcher's Castoria Signature Reminder for Infants
Reminder note emphasizes using Fletcher's Castoria with the signature 0 Cameosate In Use for Over Children Cry for Fletcher's Castoria. Highlights its long standing claim as a trusted remedy for infants and children.
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Fletcher
Auto affordability debate echoes in public talk
Citizens discuss how households acquire motor vehicles noting the ease of obtaining possession with support or credit. The exchange highlights concerns about access to autos and the means by which people secure one.
Ovation Sparks Memory of a Bowing Gesture
A short exchange recalls a dramatic ovation and the moment a young man bows to a woman. The speaker notes the unusual warmth of the reaction, comparing it to a young Saas gesture, while Ferdy’s bow features in the remembered scene.
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Ferdy
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E.pinkham Medicine CO
Lynn
Mass
Cuticura
Lincoln
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