Universal military training gains support in Congress
Washington reports growing momentum for universal military training within 18 months, with the general staff backing a plan requiring all youths to serve one year. Opposition centers on fairness and burden distribution, while a wave of congresses and advocacy groups shapes the debate across defense, rivers and harbors, and civic reform topics.
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Poker Story Book Gift From Senator Quay
A young reporter once called on Senator Quay who was reading. After greetings, Quay asked about poker and handed the reporter a book, urging him to read at leisure. The journalist left dazed, stepping onto the sidewalk before recovering his breath.
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How to Treat Dandruff With Cuticura Ointment
Advice pamphlet promotes Cuticura Ointment for dandruff and itching with overnight treatment plus Cuticura Soap and hot water. Claims clean scalp leads to healthier hair and relief from crusts scalings and burning. Free sample by mail with Book. Address postcard Cuticura Dept L Boston. Sold everywhere.
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Present Sent To Me Sparks Fear Of Nothing Given
A terse exchange hints at insecurity as one person fears being left empty handed while the other recounts receiving a present yesterday. The dialogue underscores tension over generosity and expectations.
Christmas Motto and the aim of year round peace
The message urges embracing the Christmas motto Peace on earth and good will to men as a daily standard. It envisions a world transformed if everyone resolves to carry peace and goodwill every day and act kindly toward others throughout the year.
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General's Wife Should Know, Harold Declares
Harold and his mother visit an elderly Civil War widow. A mild quarrel over a trifling detail leads Harold to remark that a general's wife ought to know. The scene highlights his period of soldier worship and reverence for epaulets.
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Sky blue painterym? War time color quarrel in London Opinion
In a London Opinion exchange, Myrtle asks for sky blue while Mary argues she only has Prussian blue and will not use it until the war ends. The brief debate hints at wartime color restrictions and patriotic sentiment influencing everyday choices.
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Mary
London
Needle and pin factories report across the United States rise in business
The nation counts 49 factories manufacturing needles and pins, all reporting higher business as demand grows. This uptick signals improving industry activity and suggests broader economic momentum for small goods producers nationwide.
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