Rumanians Report Rough Treatment at Bucharest Peace Talks
Romanian delegates from Jassy described harsh reception in Bucharest as formal peace talks with Germany began. Field Marshal von Mackensen limited time, questioned abdication terms, and warned of a planned offensive if Romania did not concede. Delegates viewed talks as a German attempt to intimidate Romania.
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London
Germany
Jassy
Bucharest
M.papiniu
Constantinople
von Mackensen
Soldier's cough cured by Foley's Honey and Tar ad
Private Harold Hemel of the 66th Regiment at Ft. Adams reports a three month cough relief after using Foley's Honey and Tar. The ad claims relief for hay fever asthma and bronchial coughs and promotes Lemmon's Pharmacy as the source.
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Harold Hemel
66Th Regiment
Ft. Adams
R. 1
Foley
Lemmon
Advt
Not Even That Understands True Executive Power
The remark notes that many believe an ex executive can govern a nation, yet such belief fails to translate into effective leadership or handling of national affairs. It critiques overconfidence in personal prowess as a substitute for real governance.
Demand on Iowa mines grows amid wartime coal shortfall
Des Moines reports a Fuel Administration order increases Iowa coal output by 1.75 million tons beyond last year’s total with two million tons already required. Miners and operators push full production using new equipment to stockpile before winter as shortages threaten nonessential industries and deliveries lag. Citizens urged to place coal orders now to secure supplies.
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Des Moines
Iowa
Garfield
Towa
Jowa
Lowa
Fuel Administration
Foley Kidney Pills Advertisements
A historic advertisement claims Foley Kidney Pills relieve kidney and bladder troubles plus back pain and rheumatism. It touts effects on tiredness, nervousness, eye puffiness, and sleep disturbing bladder ailments, from Lemmon's Pharmacy.
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Lemnon's Pharmacy
Advt
First District Lags in War Savings Stamps Drive
A Des Moines report shows 67 of Iowa’s 99 counties over the top for War Savings Stamps, with the First district’s only banner county Washington reaching its quota. Officials urge broader pride and waking up in southeastern Iowa to finance Uncle Sam.
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Homer A. Miler
Des Moines
Iowa War Savings Committee
Iowa
Banner
Washington
Uncle Sam
Henry
Louise
Lee
Jefferson
van Buren
Iowa Leads Central Red Cross Membership in Nation
Iowa reports 1 037 511 Red Cross members, 42 percent of state population, top in central division. Junior Red Cross adds 200 000 children from 43 000 schools with $60 000 raised. Iowa expects 1 250 000 total members by year end. 167 chapters and 1 158 branches and auxiliaries. Ninety eight chapters turned $200 000 worth of surgical dressings into two months of work.
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Hlinois
Michican
Wiseconsin
Nebraska
Iowa
Junior Red Cross
Red Cross
Kepford
Iowa Red Cross
Dr. Kepford
Iowa Seeks 8 Million 175 Thousand in War Fund
Des Moines July 19 Iowa's Y M C A War Fund drive quota set at 8 175 000 with a national goal of 112 000 000 and fourteen middle states needing 28 000 000 The apportionment supports Liberty Loan quotas The campaign targets late October or early November with a September meeting of Iowa campaign leaders and Dr John St Mott expected to attend.
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Des Moines
Charles K. Rawson
Y.mc. A. Army War Fund
Graham Stewart
Chicago
Central Army Department
Iowa
United States
Middle States
John St. Mott
Let Us Make the Finishing of the War an American Task
The column quotes Quentin Roosevelt Sare urging a large American army overseas by next year and describes how supervision of big business will be needed after the war. He argues for cooperative business effort, opposes government ownership, and calls for avoiding penalties on business due to size.
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France
England
Coal Production Very High Across Nation
Des Moines July 19 John P White Chief Advisor to Dr Garfield on a west tour says fuel conditions in the east are serious and miners and operators nationwide are united to maximize coal output before cold weather. Weekly production surpasses 12 million tons while the Food Administration expects a 190 million ton surge in demand this year.
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Des Moines
John P. White
Garfield
West
Theuel Administration
United States
Marengo Woman Supports Red Cross Donation
County Food Administrator J A White reports a five dollar contribution to the Red Cross from Mrs Frank Jordan of Marengo who was found buying five pound sugar packages at multiple grocers. The Food Administration warns hoarding and says city residents may buy two pounds and country residents five pounds at a time.
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J. A. White
The
Red Cross
Frank Jordan
Marengo
Food Administration
Vinci Builds Strength for Tired Housekeepers Says Mrs Britt
TexarkanaTexas Mrs Emma Britt recounts regaining energy and nerve stability after using Vinci a tonic praised for beef and cod liver peptones iron and manganese compounds It supports daily chores learning to care for chickens and manage household tasks Ad advertised through Sherman Bree and druggists everywhere.
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Vinci
Texarkana
Texas
Imma Britt
Sherman Bree
Advt
EATONIC offers quick relief for stomach woes
H L Kramer creator of Cascarets promotes EATONIC as safe after meals to aid digestion. The tablet allegedly neutralizes excess acid and aids food passage, preventing gas bloating and discomfort. Druggists offer a 50 cent box with money back guarantee if relief is not prompt.
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H. L. Kramer
Kramer
Eatonic
Jobbers Convene in Ottumwa on Food Distribution
A meeting of all Iowa jobbers is set for Tuesday afternoon in Ottumwa with Food Administrator Deems and Executive Secretary Leesdon. The conference will focus on the distribution of food commodities and specifically sugar.
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Iowa
Ottumwa
Deems
Leesdon
Sleep Advice From Hegel About War Time Thought
The text notes that Hegel finished his principal work on the eve of the battle of Jena as cannon thundered. It suggests noise can stimulate thought and warns that strong emotional attachment to ideas may prevent calm sleep, causing wakefulness or fitful rest.
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Hegel
Jena
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