German war toys flood the market with prop
An East Coast dispatch describes a consignment of German war toys, auctioned for Americans, featuring miniature weapons, bombs, torpedoes, and battle gear. The piece notes many items depict trench warfare, submarines, and artillery, plus glass ornaments and mother-craft toy sets. It highlights claims that German firms intend to influence world opinion by showcasing aggressive military imagery.
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Ephia
Hanson
Gore Toy Maker
Sind
Belgum
Tdvaa
Amers
Diblohthes
Grtted
Gerry
Railroads Face Threats Amid Austrian Antimunition Talks
Readers are warned that agitation along the Baltimore and Ohio lines could spark work stoppages.Officials fear foreign agents have influenced railroad workers and foremen and may force crews to quit, threatening supply shipments and wartime munition transport. Local officials expect steps to prepare for potential emergencies as rumors circulate about planned walkouts and staffing shortages.
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Baltimore
Ohio
Austriana
HungarSasis
Tome
Mides Orithe Bartimora
Ohio Raimond Company
Thrifty EnsaDt Of 10 College Thriftiness
A garbled OCR item mentions UMASS and Maine related notes about college thriftiness and a Sunday school reference. It references essays, graduation, and a Nobel style list of scattered phrases without clear events, dates, or names. The readable portions indicate a college setting with delivery and awards items.
Wahb the famous bear killed on A A Anderson’s ranch
Wahb the famed bear, featured by Seton-Thompson as a ten year celebrity of pilage and slaughter, was killed recently by A A Anderson who owns the Palette ranch near Meetesta. Anderson had kept Wahb at his Wyoming ranch after summers there, and used to hunt through New York Mayor Mitchell who pursued the bear this season.
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Cody
Wya
Wahb
Seton-Thompson
A. A. Anderson
Mr. Anderson
New York
Meetesta
Mayor Mitchell
Mayor Riddie Orders Coffin For Night In Atlantic City
Fragmentary speech from Oct 9 notes Mayor William Riddie ordering a coffin to be moved into his apartment for use after a night out with friends. He mentions keeping it ready for the next morning and refers to arrangements involving a banquet and a sleeper log. The text lacks clear context or full sentences.
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Atlantic City
William Riddie
M Muridan
Surprised Salinas Copper Hunting Tale
A garbled early report from California details Abalirdo Copper of Balings encountering a buck during hunting near the Ban Tica range. The article mentions a four point buck and mentions a chase or encounter with cattle and ranches, reflecting a rugged rural incident.
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Salinas
Cal
Abalirdo
Balings
Ban Tica
slirTows
Ceremonial Session Planned in Sistersville in Late October
A ceremonial session for the Anbiang Arauic Order will be held in Sistersville on October 26. A special train from Parkersburg will carry nobles to the event, with free transport for those who show 1816 dues cards. The program includes parades, a banquet, a temple ceremony, and a late return train, with strict dress codes and petition deadlines.
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Stateraville
Jamas
Leach
Mambere
Pal
New
Meni
Iera
Sietemville
Mount Apail
Imhi
Jorge
Ayalta
Suiap
Servanta Io
Jena
Parkersburg
Sigtersville
Williamstown
St. Marya
Sasoutci Temple
Sistersville
Mesonle
Mystrious Potentate
Candie Jdates
Elaims Maden Park
Girl Horse Thief Pleads Guilty in White City Case
Grace Wiley, known as Spride of White City, aged 15, pleaded guilty to horse theft and was sentenced to from two to thirteen years in the state prisons. Regent attorney Thomas Tray Dor, of Thinnity, died on the road in Clarendale. she allegedly stood by as the carriage departed and fled after the incident.
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Ruteand
Grace Wiley ‘Spride
Yaura Olti
Thomas Tray Dor
Thinnity
Piri
Bf Vagre Lacrely
Soelokom
Ios
Huta
Amdikreement
Ots
Belige
Berauss
Champion Plowman Of World In Wynelland Contest
Contested plowing event drew over 10 000 spectators traveling by auto and carriage to Whogtland. Arthur Shoger won the tractor contest with ninety seven and Starks and Walter Jatinéon placed second and third respectively.
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Aroramans
Geraldo
Thomas
Blegtoak
Wynelland
Tiaelwin
Tock Chanspisne
Ted Fo
Eweepetakar
Thik Feir
McRoxs
Arihir
Arthur, Starks
Will
Dangerous Mouth Habits Warned By Doctor In Harrisburg
A visiting doctor warns readers about health risks from daily mouth actions such as chewing postage stamps and licking Trojan mucilage. He cautions that repetitive mouth activity can spread infections and urges cleanliness, noting how hands transfer germs to the mouth and how seemingly trivial acts can affect overall health.
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Harrisburg
Mira Biaeine Mencila
Drs Samuel Ksadixdt
Hewlth
Exainge
Sibel
Steir
Ahelr
Hewlise
Trilfea
Splandig
Chiron
Wehodt
Hoxth
Silage liquor recipe sparks county debate in Braxton
A Braxton county report describes silage as chopped corn stalks and fodder for livestock, noting a discovery that juice from the fermenting mass contains alcohol. Locals discuss a homemade drink from dates corn meal and yeast and its alleged intoxication effects, while farmers resist using silage for winter liquor supply.
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Jueke
Pirastan
Raleigh Tannassy
Miwon
Braxton County
Braxton
Rallie Shwe
Putin
Iquoritor
Sutton
Mlrlystof
Jenlow
Warde h killed by escaped convict in Salem
Salem news reports a prison escape related shooting. A convict known as Wattiehskped, named Otho, allegedly killed Wardeh after fleeing the penitentiary. Authorities describe the incident as a fatal shooting with several suspects likely nearby.
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Wardeh
Salem
Harry Min
Orektan
Salt Industry at Pomeroy and a Fateful Discovery
A fragmented account recalls the salt industry in Pomeroy and a wartime shift in trade. It details the area’s economic ties, local officials, and the impact of wartime controls on salt production, plus a disturbing scene mentioning a graveyard of bones and a public inquiry. The narrative references workers, ship trade, and a notable archaeological find linked to a river site near town.
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