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Newspaper
Titonka Topic
Location
Titonka, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 28, 1918
Page
6
An American observer recalls fourteen years with the Kaiser, recounting discussions on Belgian atrocities, dumdum bullets, Belgium’s neutrality, and German aims. The talk spans calls for harsh punishment of captains, looting, and disregard for international law as the war’s logic.
The piece argues the kaiser used a peace facade to build a large military with a constant war aim. It notes Archduke Franz Ferdinand's 1914 assassination as the trigger, the monarchist stake for revenge, and Germany's likely pressure on Russia to mobilize. It contends Die Der Tag was inevitable.
The Kaiser expresses contempt for democracy and socialism, praising autocratic rule and divine right. He laments English politics, praises monarchical power in Germany, and argues that war aims would cement his throne while delaying democratic progress elsewhere. He claims Russia’s fall and Greece’s abdication shape a broader autocratic fate.
Doctor Davis recounts Kaiser and German leaders claiming invincibility and a swift triumph as Der Tag approached. Even after America's entry, the government remained confident of overwhelming victory, with further boasts to be revealed in the next installment.
A major metal handler advocates dropping the word silver from German silver now marketed as nickel-silver. A trade publication argues nickel content varies and suggests terms like nickel brass or nickel alloy. Some makers already use Sheffield plate or silver-plate on nickel bases.
The text explains two minor scale forms: melodic and harmonic. The melodic is called the vocal minor and easier to sing. The harmonic minor features an augmented second between the sixth and seventh degrees and is harder to sing until proficiency is gained. The harmonic form is more used in instrumental music than vocal.
Dr. M Cook urges calm rather than panic during influenza. Advice covers fresh air and the three C’s Clean Mouth Clean Skin Clean Bowels with herbal laxatives and pills sold at drug stores. Recommends bed rest warm room fluids and simple foods then iron tonic after recovery.
An article contrasts German and Japanese empires, noting Japan's larger territory and population. It cites Japan at about 260,738 square miles and 61,000,000 people, with Manchurian and other regions under leases and influence, while Germany’s area is 208,780 square miles and its prewar population around 67,000,000.
An advertisement touts Haarlem Oil as a long standing Holland remedy for kidney and bladder issues. It promotes Gold Medal Hearsem Oil Capsules from Finland laboratories, claiming relief from pain, fatigue, indigestion, and urinary problems with a money back guarantee for the genuine Cold Medal brand in three sizes.
A fragmentary message references Mrs Cassidy-Norah Isykhi and Mrs O'Brien in a personal context. It mentions a husband facing a three year term and concerns about behavior and rest. The text appears as informal, possibly transcribed remarks lacking clear public interest.
An advertisement urges using Cuticura Soap daily with occasional Cuticura Ointment to soften and heal the skin. It promotes free samples via Cuticura Dept. X, Boston, and lists prices 25 for Soap and 25 and 60 for Ointment at druggists. The calendar maker notes days are numbered.
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