Memorials of American Wars Abroad Stand in Belgian English Cemeteries
National Geographic Society notes the Armistice centennial reflections on 1918 and the American Battle Monuments Commission sites in Belgium and England. It highlights key memorials at Hill 204 near Chateau-Thierry, Bellegu Wood, St Mihiel area, Montsec, and Thiaucourt, detailing monuments, cemeteries, and architectural features honoring 128 unknowns and 64,000 casualties from World War I engagements.
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National Geographic Soclety
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Ission
Gen
Pershing
Belgium
England
T Brest
Gibralave
Montfaucon
United States
Tha Comin
Alsna River
Chateau-Thierry
Paris
Vesle
Marne Valley
Aisne Marze
Bellegu Wood
ereen-Tardenois
Oureq
Oise-Aisne
Fere
St. Mihiel
Verdun
Meuse
Moselle
Pont-a-Mousson
Vosges Mountains
Montsee
St. Michiel
Thiaucourt
Angel of Victory
Office Wife Trades Overtime For Homeward Heart
Shirley and Bob Taggett quarrel over overtime at National Weekly and the impact on their month‑old marriage. Shirley returns to work to reclaim her old job and, with the help of a secretary, swaps roles so she can share Bob’s long hours while staying close at home. The couple reconciles as Shirley realizes love survives overtime.
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Shirley
Bob Taggett
Bob
Ice
Aternly
National Weekly
Subway
Goshi
Gle
Mr. Peters
Somone
Jerious
Ile
Fireless Steam Engine Found to Be Economical
The article describes an early fireless steam locomotive using a fusion welded steam tank. It explains how a heated water-filled tank stores energy to power the locomotive, enabling operations without a boiler. Benefits cited include lower cost, reduced maintenance, one-man operation, longer life, and no smoke, allowing indoor use.
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Scientific American
Ultra Fast Centrifuge Beats World Speed Records
A centrifuge spins up to 000,000 revolutions per minute, generating about 9,000,000 g. Built from chrome nickel steel, it is among the fastest machines, driving metals to recrystallize at high speeds. When a lead and silver alloy is placed inside, the alloy splatters outward, leaving the alloy layer behind.
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Popular Mechanics
Hibernation Not Just Sleep Says Scientists
Scientists explain that animal hibernation is not true sleep but a depressive state induced by cold. Experiments show that lowering body temperatures hibernates animals and artificial warmth can revive them.
Deeds Not Words and Kings in Europe Today
A column contrasts propaganda in Russia with Western politics, notes the deaths of Raymond Poincare and Arthur Schuster, and profiles rising labor union membership. It observes the death of France's patriot, comments on Hitler’s regime and Protestant resistance, and mentions a new French death light ray.
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Russia
Kyhnetak
Faselemi
Mussolini
Stalin
Alexander
Lnst
Europe
George of
Mussolin
Italy
Hitler
Germany
Raymond Poincare
France
Toses
French Republic
Poincare
King
Byndicate
Attractive Linens Embroidery by Grandmother Clark
A vintage home craft notice offers three linen embroidery designs by Grandmother Clark. Projects use para new material, outline and lazy daisy stitches, and color blends in leaves and flowers. Price 80c for one, 85c for two, or 1.00 for all three. reply with stamped self addressed envelope to Home Craft Co. Dept. A, St. Louis.
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Clark
Home Craft Co
Nineteenth & St Louis Ave
St. Louis, Mo
Postum Free Week’s Supply Offer Promoted
The Postum Company offers a full week’s supply of Postum health drink free to anyone who writes for the advertisement in this paper. The promotion invites readers to request the sample by sending a letter.
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Postim Company
Thia
Persian Women's Dress in Western Style Favored at Home
Persian women continue to wear the short fluffy ballet dress for house wear, a style that impressed the shah Nasreddin during a Parla opera visit more than sixty years ago, influencing domestic fashion choices.
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Shah
Nasreddin
Parla Opera
Why Doctors Favor a Liquid Laxative
An article argues liquid laxatives are safer than harsh tablets as they regulate dose, don’t habitually drain the system, and aid recovery. Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin is praised for gentle, wholesome action and pleasant taste, suitable for mothers and children, available at druggists in large bottles.
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Caldwell
Fount of All Goodness Kindness Adds Sweetness Everywhere
A brief notice extols the virtue of kindness as a universal sweetness enhancing daily life. It highlights the idea that benevolence makes ordinary things better and more pleasing for all.
Ada Tatum Healed By Cuticura Soap And Ointment
A Texas woman Miss Ada Tatum reports severe tetter on her head causing burning and itching. After trying several remedies she used Cuticura Soap and Ointment, purchasing three boxes and a sample, and states the tettery vanished and she was healed.
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Ada Tatum
la Rue
Texas
Cutt
Cura Laboratories
Dept. H
Malden
Maag
Ady
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WNU Sarvica
Brisbane
Department of Agriculture
Sir Arthur Schuster
Frankfort
Sir Arthur” Schuster
Britain
Satan
American Federation of Labor
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San Francisco
American Federation
Union Labor
Percy Rockefeller
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William
John A. Garver
National City Bank of New York
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