Yellow Fever Transit Risks and Gorgas Warning
An article recalls General Gorgas warnings on yellow fever spread via Atlantic transit from Africa to South America. It notes that rapid air travel could raise cross continental infection risks, contrasts malaria’s immunity pattern, and urges quarantine or South American cleanup as safeguards.
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Panama
Atlantic
Africa
South America
Gorgas
America
Brazil
Americ
Lender
Europe
Minnie Hauk Regains Sight After Operation
Paris hereditary performer Minnie Hauk once of New York has undergone a highly successful operation for blindness at the American Hospital here. Her sight had failed over seven years and she could barely distinguish day from night before the procedure.
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Paris
Heroness von Hesse-Wartegg
Minnie Hauk
New York
Plans to Harness Heat of Kilauea by 50 Borings
Dr. T A Jaggar urged immediate experimental borings in Kilauea to map heat of the hot belt and assess power potential. At least 50 boring sites planned, depths 200–300 feet at crater center and 50–100 feet elsewhere, funded by subscriptions totaling 8000 with 7000 donated.
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Honolulu
Kilauea
Hawaii
T. A. Jaggar
Volcano Observatory
Volcano Research Association
Jaggar
Otbers
Research Association
Mauna Loa
Jagegar
Mokttaiveowee
Daggars
Angel buys village for rehabilitation camp in Germany
Miss Brandstrom known as the angel of Siberia plans to purchase a southern German village to convert into a reclamation camp for German prisoners from Russia and Siberia. She has funded efforts to rescue and repatriate thousands of former prisoners and intends to expand efforts to rehabilitate and shelter those unable to return home without aid.
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Siberia
Khotti
Rusia
Eisa Brandstrom
Europe
Tirandstrom
Germany
Hindenburg
Sihenan
Miss Brandstrem
Red Cross
Nurer
Lnte
Edward Brandstrem
Russia
Texime
Stechiolin
Bester
Patmanng
Sorbete
Russian
Mica Branistrom
Vta
Tooth pulldown leads boy to flute recital
Miss Winnetta L. Stacks recalls a settlement music class tale. A boy wished to play the flute but his front tooth blocked his lips. After he pulled the tooth with pliers, he could blow notes on the flute at the first student recital.
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Philadelphia
Winnetta L. Stacks
Methodist Episcopal
Organize Wild Life League in West Virginia progress
Realization was perfected during the Wild Life League of West Virginia as organizers deced to foster fish game and forest protection. The effort aims to coordinate local groups, promote conservation, and support wildlife preservation across counties.
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Wild Life League
Wild Life Laague
West Virginia
Gas warfare for pest control cautions risks and hopes
United States Department of Agriculture experiments test deadly gases to control migratory blackbirds in California’s Imperial Valley and burrowing rodents in California. Trials aim to reduce crop damage, with careful handling due to dangers to people and animals. Gas guidance includes chlorine and phosgene, assessed alongside carbon bisulfide and hydrocyanic acid as possible replacements.
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Imperial Valley
California
United States Department of Agriculture
Biological Survey
Chemical Warfare Service
The
Porto Rico
Enatomologists
Department
War Department
Hot Formaldehyde Method Draws Minnesota Seed Potato Interest
Minnesota potato growers experiment with hot formaldehyde to treat seed potatoes. Mix two pints of 40 percent formaldehyde with 30 gallons water, heat to 118 to 122 degrees, dip potatoes ten minutes, cover for an hour, then dry or plant. Lower risk of metal corrosion than other agents, effective against seed rot and rhizectonia.
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Minnesota
Plan for Greasing Wagons
A man described a method for servicing wagons at home noting burlap and rags used to clean and grease the hubs. He warns against improper handling near the wheels and recommends careful movement of the wheel and axle to avoid injury.
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Renine
Hessian Fly Harms Winter Wheat Crop
The Hessian fly infestation grips winter wheat across regions with severe impact this year. Farmers should plow infested wheat to prevent further damage, examine fields for signs like stunted plants and brown seedlike bodies, and send suspicious samples to the state entomologist for testing.
Plans To Control Erosion Gully Guide Issued By USDA
Farmers learn how to limit soil loss and reclaim gullying through techniques in Farmers Bulletin 1234 by F E Ramier. The USDA document explains erosion’s 10 causes, highlights soil loss, and outlines cost effective methods like plowing seedings tree planting and brush or straw structures. Free copies available from Washington DC department.
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E. Ramier
United States Department of Agriculture
Washington, D.C
Plan to Eradicate Sorrel War of 3ing Sorrel
Fragmented wartime style note outlines a plan to control sorrel weed. It mentions spraying with copperas and water mix, applying lime, and repeating the process as needed. No clear dates or organizations are present.
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Ireland
Slump In Microscopes Trade Hits Workers
A London report notes a general downturn in the microscope trade with many firms running on alternating weeks. Overproduction during wartime boosted orders, yet demand remains unusually weak as hospitals and schools cut purchases. Most sales now go to mineralogy, especially Manchester Guardian.
Rookie Artillery Seeks Ride In Australia Map Error
In a playful exchange a sergeant guides a rookie into horsemanship with a gentle unbroken horse. A radio check cites a 100 yard latitudinal error in Australia maps, prompting talk of moving Australia on maps per the Scientific American.
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Ibsson
D'ja
Australia
France
Scientific American
Prove the Reverse
Quick quip exchanges from 19th century miscellany show men doubting claims of marriage and women guarding truth with sarcasm. Humorous chaff about proof and social roles. The dialogue pairs with captions like London Tit-Bita and Wayside Tales reflect light satire on trust and paternity puzzles.
Blake Missing and the Simple Life Reflections
A reflective piece quotes critics praising a performer’s voice while critiquing moralizing poverty. It argues perfection lies in concealment of flaws and notes charity should begin at home, even amid housecleaning.
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Charity
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