Women Rally Behind Reds Amid Berlin Turmoil
Amid turbulence in Berlin and fighting between Spartacists and government troops, women increasingly join the Reds. Reports say martial law spreads to eastern Prussia, with 12 000 Prussian officers serving covertly in Berlin’s garrison. The central city remains lively as theatres stay open and workers vote to resume, while arrests follow Spartacist street actions.
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Toay
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Stocks Rally Then Waver In Busy March Trading
On March 12 New York stocks showed an initial rise with many issues hitting new highs, led by Texas Company up over 11 points and Baldwin Locomotive near 90. Reading and St Paul Preferred also advanced, while Steel Common fluctuated. In midafternoon the market turned irregular, some issues selling off while others remained strong, and the session closed weak with government bonds steady and other bonds soft.
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St. Paul
Reading
Baldwin
Texas Company
General Motors
Baldwin Locomotive
Mexican Petroleum
Sinclair Oil
St. Paul Common
Rhode Island Moves Against Federal Prohibition Amendment
In Providence on March 12 the Rhode Island House introduced a resolution attacking the constitutionality of the federal prohibition amendment. The measure notes the state’s earlier refusals to ratify, argues the amendment gives Congress police powers and conflicts with states rights, and asks the attorney general to seek a supreme court decision. It was referred to the judiciary committee with expectations of quick reporting.
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Judiciary Committee
Stare and Gape Joke Ends With Biscuit Feast
In London a Irish youth Paddy visiting the window display is tricked by a cockney into buying six pen'orth of stare and gape. Paddy returns with a bag, declaring he bought six pen'orth of biscuit and will stare and gape while eating them. Also: two flying boats from Hampton Roads arrive at Rockaway Navy Yard after noon, covering 300 miles in 270 minutes with six naval officers aboard.
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Rockaway
L. I
Twoval
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For Sale Two Cows At Meadow Brook Farm
Classified line reads two cows for sale at Meadow Brook Farm inquire at 143 Washington St. Also job ad for a steady capable solder at box shop with certificate at 39 Washington St. Emergency Brake for Coughing from Dr McKee's Cough Syrup available at druggists and grocers.
Map reshaping in central Europe sparks concern
Paris reports growing unease over postwar redrawing of central Europe as Germany and Austria merge faces opposition in Austria. Analysts warn the League of Nations must curb military build up while nations seek to avoid renewed conflict. Meantime a commission led by Samuel Gompers pushes labor reforms with a final report planned before President Wilson’s arrival.
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Austria
League of Nations
League
Middle
Samuel Gompers
Gompers
Wilson
Vanity and Temptation Drive Attention in This Debate
A compact meditation argues the lure of vanity in modern life and critiques pursuits that cater to individual desire. The piece notes social pressures and aims to provoke reflection on personal choices and restraint.
Capital Has Gone On Strike
Washington reports debate over a supposed strike by capital during the reconstruction period. Labor officials warn saboteur activity may be harming wage rates and factory productivity, urging business leaders to act or risk losing wartime profits as the economy slows.
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Washington
Department of Labor
Roger Babson
Inquiry and Education Service
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Babson
Probe of Wildcat Stocks Forces Cover as Government Probes
Washington reports say wildcat stock concerns rush to shelter to protect hoards of liberty bonds and war stamps while federal investigators grill officials in eastern cities. The Federal Trade Commission runs a nationwide probe to root out unfair practices, with questionnaires and penalties including up to three years in prison for falsified answers.
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Washington
Fereral Trade Commission
Houston Thompson
Conversion privilege reopened for Liberty Loan bonds in 1912
Secretary Glass issued an order reopening the conversion privilege for holders of converted first and second Liberty Loan bonds. Bonds now bear 4 percent interest, with indefinite extension from March 7, 1912, after the prior expiration of November 9, 1911.
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Washington
Glass
Mandrake Pills Claim Quick Relief for Tired Bodies
Advertisement for Schenck's Mandrake Pills from Dr. J. H. Schenck & Son of Philadelphia. One dose promises renewed vigor by easing constipation bilious headaches and related ailments at 25 cents per box in uncoated or sugar coated forms.
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Schenck
Dr. J. H. Schenck & Son
Philadelphia
Dominion Power Seen Higher For Overseas Premier Lloyd
Montreal reports Senator William Lloyd premier of Newfoundland on March 12 stating overseas British dominions hold greater status at the peace conference than the United States. He cited solidarity within the British Empire and emphasized Britain’s resources and influence. He noted President Wilson’s position as significant but insisted the empire’s combined power weighs more.
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United States
William Lloyd
New Foundland
Lloyd
Great Britain
Wilson
Paris
Nightingale's Evening Song Draws Roses In Life
In a lyrical exchange from Charlotte Becker's Life, a Rose dismisses the Nightingale's excuses until twilight brings a single clear note. The Lily idles while the Nightingale sings, and a hopeful Rose welcomes the familiar song at dusk.
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Nightingale
Charlotte Becker
Wise man in the smoking compartment joke from Detroit Free Press
A Detroit Free Press humor snippet recalls a boy asking who is the wisest man in the world and hearing the reply that the talking man in the Pullman car smoking compartment holds that title. The quip captures early 20th century train humor.
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Detroit Free Press
Drive the Liquor Habit from Your Home
Physicians and druggists recommend Tes cum powders for the liquor habit, claiming they destroy craving and make whiskey repugnant. Testimonials from doctors, druggists, and satisfied users allege rapid cures and high satisfaction, with letters praising reduced or eliminated drinking and money saved. Sold under a money refunded guarantee through local druggists including Chas. A. Pelton in Middletown.
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Middletown
Chas. A. Pelton
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