Bishop McConnell Reports On Frontline Observations
Bishop McConnell recounts three months at the American, French, and British fronts. He praises the Centenary movement for church missions, defends American morale, and notes soldiers’ humor, discipline, and resilience amid mud, cold, and hardship. He highlights French resolve, Indian and Chinese troops, and humane treatment of the enemy.
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McConnell
Methodist Episcopal Church
France
Feoscopal
Bishop McConnell
New York
Man Rejoices as Daughter Calls Resume Studies
A man reports his 12 year old daughter recovered from distress and stomach issues after using Mayr's Wonderful Remedy. He says the product cleared catarrhal mucus and inflammation aiding recovery and school return. Ad claims one dose convinces or money back, sold by Lemmon's Pharmacy.
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Civl
Mayr
Lemmon's Pharmacy
Women at the canteens inspire soldiers devotion
The narrator praises women working in canteens for their patience and calm under pressure. They note women of various ages who have done many jobs including nursing typhus patients. Soldiers from American, French and English forces swear by the women’s devotion and steadiness.
Children Coughs and Colds Remedy Endorsed
A brief advertisement praises Chamberlain's Cough Remedy for children s coughs and colds. It claims the product is prompt and effective, contains no opium or narcotics, and is pleasant to take, as promoted by Lemmon s Pharmacy.
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Chamberlain
Lemmon
Stage star George Fawcett in The Crisis at Graham theatre
George Fawcett, known for powerful stage roles like The Great John Ganton The Squaw Man and The Law of the Land, brings his acting to The Crisis, shown at Graham theatre May 30 31 and June 1 with orchestra music. His silent screen mastery is praised as a notable exception to voice reliant acting.
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George Fawcett
Judge Whipple
Graham Theatre
Professor Braney Aims for Twin-Six Words Debate
Dialogue excerpt features a character teasing Professor Braney for his verbose speech. The remark notes Braney’s habit of using unusually long words, framing a linguistic clash over vocabulary choice.
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Fred
Professor Braney
Scent Fare In Effect On June The 25th
The first definite clash between the federal railroad administration and state railroad and public utilities commissions over interstate rates is noted as new tariffs with higher fares take effect on June 25. Rail and water routes see proportional increases. excess baggage charges rise to a minimum 25 cents per shipment. mileage book redemptions and ticket values are preserved for pre June 10 purchases. freight rates rise 25 percent with adjustments for shorter hauls.
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Federal Railroad Administration
State Railroad and Public Utilities Commissions
Interstate Commerce Commission
Chamberlain's Tablets Advertised for Digestive Relief
Public notice touts Chamberlain's Tablets as a remedy for indigestion and constipation. Lemmon's Drug Store sells them and promises benefits to customers trying the product.
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Lemmon
If He Is Wise Wise Man Holds Silence Then Seeks Revenge
A proverb contrasts wisdom with vengeance noting that a wise man stays silent after losing and then uses time to plan payback rather than immediate retaliation.
Velvet Making Surge Through Ages From China to Italy
Velvet originated from fur in China and was introduced to India and then Italy by the fourteenth century. In Italy the fabric became prominent and velvet-making reached its height during this period.
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China
India
Italy
A Time for Everything
Edith denies quarrel with Jack while Ethel hints at birthday next week in a lively social exchange from a casual column. The snippet captures domestic dialogue and personal tones typical of the era’s society notes.
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Edith
Jack
Ethel
Language quirks delight a four year old
A four year old, Charlotte, corrects her mother on English usage noting that hens set and lay while people sit and He. The Country Gentleman vignette highlights a child’s grasp of grammar and pronunciation.
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Charlotte
Straw hats rise in Europe in recent centuries
Straw hats, once used by ancient Greeks, only became common in Europe about fifty years ago. The shift marks a recent adoption of straw headwear in European fashion and daily wear.
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Europe
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Areve
No Man’s Land
Toul
Pershing
United States
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Tommy
Fporsum
Milan Banded Sailors
Tovo
Llais
Georgette Crepe
Crepe de Chine
Smith’s Emporium
Geo, Fawcett
Wrigley’s
W. Hamilton
Dan Hamilton
Sigourney, Iowa
Washington
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