Minds Vary Little Says Smith College President on Women
President Marion Le Roy Smith of Smith College argues minds differ little between genders and social conditions shape outcomes more than biology. She notes progress at Smith with more women in administration, discusses economic independence, women earning living, and shared parental duties, and calls for equal rights and removal of sex-based disadvantages.
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Marion le Roy Smith
Smith College
Doctor Smith
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Knife the Best Weapon. Hand to hand combat in trench warfare
The New Republic notes that defense relies on earthworks and machine guns while offensive gains rely on high explosive shells and a short heavy knife for underground or dark fighting. It cites future infantry training focusing on hand to hand technique and physical conditioning.
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Republic
German Spitzbergen Station Ends War Period Surveillance
The German scientific station at Spitzbergen founded in 1911 by Professor Hergesell halted operations at the war outbreak. A relief party was recalled and the station team returned to Germany with instruments. The institute studied upper air using balloons, originally to inform Count Zeppelin's polar airship expedition plans.
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Spitzbergen
Hergesell
Germany
Count Zeppelin
North Pole
Acrobatic Promotion Tops Rival as Friend Rises
The remark highlights a friend’s ascent described as an acrobatic promotion that outpaced many others. The comment notes the surprising upward move and the perception of impressive elevation above rivals.
Horse meat at meals sparks debate on shortage
A London clipping cites economists and statisticians claiming if people gave up beef for a month a shortage would vanish, but insists meat must be eaten daily and questions eating horses. It notes a Paris club dining on horse meat during siege days and mocks the idea of a horse’s sacrifice for humans.
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Paris
Oak
Westminster Gazette
Cuticura Soap and Ointment Promote Quick Relief
An advertisement claims hot baths with Cuticura Soap and gentle Cuticura Ointment relieve eczema rashes itching and irritation in infants and children even in severe cases. Free samples offered by mail through Cuticura Dept. Boston. Sold everywhere.
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Woston
Five Women Report Relief From Ills With Lydia E Pinkham Formula
Letters from five women across Maine Kentucky Pennsylvania Illinois Ohio describe relief from pain, irregularity, and fears of surgery after using Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. They claim improved health and ability to work, urging others to seek advice from the Lydia E Pinkham Medicine Co. in Lynn Massachusetts.
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Lydia E. Pinkham
Apa Wilt
Walnut St
Hanover
Decatur
Ira
Lydia Sk. Pinkham
Laura A. Grisworp
East William Street
Cleveland, Ohto
Grirrita
Constant St., Cleveland
Lydia E.pinkham
Cirencester Pronunciation Note From Local Pronouncer
Cirencester in England is discussed with guidance on its pronunciation. The note highlights that the town name is pronounced as Sis-ter-ern or similar, reflecting regional speech patterns.
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Cirencester
Englund
Sis
Now my boy get to work and seize the oyster world
A father urges his son to start work now while the son defers until September when oysters come in season. The exchange features a judge like tone as they discuss timing and opportunity.
Los Angeles City Sees Mother Aletha Gilbert Highlight
Aletha Gilbert, a prominent mother figure in Los Angeles, draws attention for community outreach and local leadership activities, reflecting the city's family-centered civic scene.
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Los Angeles
Aletha Gilbert
Reform Leader Sparks Mixed Emotions Across Neighborhood
A reform figure enjoys early praise for tackling local issues but faces entrenched resistance as residents feel their leisure activities are under siege. The debate pits public welfare against personal choice in a tense community clash.
When a Headache Falls on a Man Not a Woman
A brief quip notes gendered views on headaches, stating that women naturally suffer headaches while men often acquire them from cause or circumstance. The line reflects a humorous stereotype rather than medical guidance.
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