Hard On Children When Teacher Has Coffee Habit
An old anecdotal piece contrasts signs with a tale about Congressman Hergeson and a friend. It includes a testimonial praising Postum as a coffee alternative from a Mississippi teacher who notes improved mood and health after switching to Postum Cereal or instant Postum. The ad copy lists prices and benefits and urges readers to try the product.
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Otherernoon
Henry T. Hergeson
North Dakota
Jones
Smith
Miss
Saya
Battle Creek
Little Girl Dress and Coat in Irish Poplin with Ottoman Silk
A dress and coatee design for a young girl features an Irish poplin base with an ottoman silk border and belt, a plain bodice with a V neck and scalloped edges, and a silk lined coat with piping. The model suggests cotton gabardine or cotton corduroy alternatives in light colors, with matching accessories and a plaid belt and wide suspenders for a smart, coordinated look.
Direction of the Millinery Wind Brims With Velvet Plush Hats
The article surveys two hats showing current millinery trends. Velvet and plush blends dominate with wide brims and velvet crowns. Feathers and sprays imitate frost, with bold, sculptural shapes and elaborate trims noted.
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Millnery
Wilson's Stand on Underwood Tariff Exposed
The piece critiques President Wilson and the Underwood tariff, arguing the law failed before August 1 1917 and alarms about industrial conflict loom. It questions his belief in unamended normal conditions and warns against dependence on a current tariff to shield the nation from European pressures. A brief anecdote then contrasts ambition with a speaker's quip about a man’s downfall.
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Wilson
James
Cox
United States
Department of Commerce
Federal Trade. Commission
Congress
Scientific ‘Tariff’ Commission
Tope
Europe
British Chancellor shifts to tariffs for wartime revenue
The British chancellor abandons free trade for higher tariffs to raise wartime funds. He argues tariffs restrict imports, curb consumption, and boost revenue, claiming a tariff-backed system could fund the nation and keep wealth at home. The piece highlights protectionism as a dual tax and job creator amid crisis.
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Chequer
Philadelphia
Public Ledger
Tariff Reform Debate Signals Political Clash Ahead
Fragmentary text argues tariff revision is necessary and urges Congress and the president to act. It warns that inaction will cause revenue shortfalls and Treasury deficiencies, predicting tariff issues will dominate next year's campaign and domestic concerns.
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Congress
Progressives Tout Straight Ticket Plan From New York Conference
Victor Murdock chairing the national committee says Progressives from 15 states will run a straight Progressive ticket next year. He notes the plan reflects the prevailing sentiment among leaders in the West and among conference attendees after a New York meeting.
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New York
Victor Murdock
National Committee
West
A T. Ro
Ceeds
Nia
Conditions Demand Protection Free Trade Debate in European Turmoil
The article notes a shift from eloquent advocacy of free trade to new conditions of demand and protection amid European turmoil. It cites Leader Kitchin as a prominent proponent and hints at upcoming political oratorical influence shaping the season's discussion.
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Kitchin
Purifying Ointment Promises Skin and Hair Relief
The ad copy touts Cuticura Ointment for eczema skin scalp hair and hands promising clear skin clean scalp good hair and soft white hands. It offers free samples by mail with a book and directs readers to Boston for the Cuticura Dept XY and mentions availability everywhere.
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Cuticura
Dept. XY
Boston
Woman rejects surgery. praises Lydia E Pinkham remedy
A Louisville Kentucky woman recounts avoiding an operation after suffering fainting and pain. She credits Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound for restored health and renewed energy. She urges other women to consider the remedy and writes to the Lydia E Pinkham Medicine Co. for confidential help.
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Louisville
Lydia E
Lydia E. Pinkham
J. M. Resca
West Broadway
Lydia B. Pinkham
Lydia EF. Pinkham
Busy Town Pages Tackle Growth and Separations
The town reports rapid expansion with two new tennis courts a nine hole golf course two new garages and an extended country clubhouse piazza. Meanwhile Mr and Mrs Nagger agree to separate marking a local personal note in a busy community page.
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Ortiz
Doan
Carter
Iver Pills
TNE Qutter Laboratory
Elsy
Cuallterala
MR. Wilson
Roatan
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Sis
Lydia E Aham
Fletcher
No” Tian
Na ‘Aurry
China
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Aga
Newrich
K.-C
Taya
Rike
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