War pride fills town as draft parade sparks speeches
Washington community roared with patriotism after a 7:30 p.m. draft day parade led by the Washington band. Four speakers including A R Miller and Colonel Wilson urged registration and sacrifice as Ben Cherry recovers from a knee wound in a southern France hospital.
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Charles Hebner
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Ukrainian Peasants Drive Germans From Brusilovka
Stockholm dispatch reports Ukrainian peasants wiped out a German garrison and occupied Brusilovka, according to a Kiev Reuters cable.
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Stockholm
Brusilovka
Kileff
Colic remedy offers quick relief for horses
An advertisement suggests Farris' Colic remedy is easy to use by dropping on the horse's tongue and relieves colic in about thirty minutes. It urges owners away from home to obtain the product now, noting it may be needed tomorrow and listing Sherman Bros. as the seller.
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Sherman Bros
Advt
Heaven
Hell
Calvert Stars in Out of the Dark at Fox Theatre
Catherine Calvert, star of Romance of the Underworld, appears on screen Saturday in Keeney Pictures release Out of the Dark written by E Lloyd Sheldon and directed by James at Keeney Fox theatre showing Keeney Sherry six reel feature with production by Keeney Pictures Corporation.
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Catherine Calvert
Fox Theatre
E. Lloyd Sheldon
Keeney Pictures Corporation
James
School District Unit Drives Fourth Liberty Bond Campaign
Across the county the school district unit leads the push for the fourth Liberty Loan to be sold on Saturday, Sept 28. Voters will pledge at their local school houses or town headquarters, with committees appointed for towns and rural districts. The volunteer system will track purchases and aim to finish in one day with every eligible person contributing their share.
Foley Kidney Pills Restore Health After Kidney Trouble
County resident C. F. Reynolds of El mira New York reports a quick recovery from kidney sickness after using Foley Kidney Pills. He attributes his return to work and absence of back pain to the treatment. Lemmon's Pharmacy advertises the product.
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C. F. Reynolds
Elmira
N. Y
Foley
Lemmon
Advt
Emperor William II speech at Krupp works in Essen
Amsterdam dispatch reports Emperor William II at the Krupp munitions works in Essen declaring he had left no stone unturned to shorten the war and stressing two to make peace, the enemy’s will to destroy, and Germany’s resolve to endure. He praised industrial mobilization, thanked workers and women, and urged unity to preserve the nation.
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Essen
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Mrs. Alice Gookin Dies in Ainsworth
Mrs. Alice May Gookin, a respected Ainsworth resident, died at her daughter Mrs. John Clegg’s home east of town. She was 71 years old. Funeral likely tomorrow at 2 30 p.m. A fuller obituary will follow.
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Alice May Gookin
Ainsworth
John Clegg
Out of the Night at Lockwood features Catherine Calvert
The film Out of the Night starring Catherine Calvert and Herbert Rawlinson plays in Lockwood. It follows a young woman facing temptations after becoming stranded with no funds, and shows a path to redemption. Director Kirkwood crafts dramatic exteriors and strong support, delivering a notable six reel picture.
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Miss. Calvert
Cut This Out It Is Worth Money Ad Copy
A dated advertisement urges readers to send a cutout slip to Foley & Co in Chicago Illinois for a trial package including Foley's Honey and Tar Compound Foley Kidney Pills and Foley Cathartic Tablets Lemmon's Pharmacy further details appear in the promo urging participation and mailing a name and address.
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Chicago
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Announcements of Local Ladies Aid Events and Meetings
Mrs Sam Schulty Miss Amanda Schulty and Mary Timmons entertain the Lexington Ladies Aid society on Thursday September 19 at Mrs Schultys home with officer elections. West Chester Ladies Aid to meet September 18 at the church with a 10 cent social. PSP sing. L knitting class meets at Mrs Renie Dawson’s home September 17 at 2 PM. Glendale Red Cross helpers meet Mrs John Sampson Tuesday at 1 30 PM.
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Amanda Schulty
Mary Timmons
Lexington Ladies Aid Society
Sam DeLong
Milt Dayton
Agnes Ross
Tillie Parker
West Chester Ladies’ Aid
PSP. L
Renie Dawson
Sore
Glendale Red Cross
John Sampson
Plan $50 000 Liberty Land Gift at Cardinal Gibbons Jubilee
In Baltimore on September 13 friends and admirers of Cardinal Gibbons finish appeals for presenting the cardinal with an 850000 liberty bond to mark the bishop consecration golden jubilee.
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Cardinal Gibbons
Fort Nightly Club Music Dept Meeting Change
The Fort Nightly Club music department will meet Monday at 8 p m with Mrs Claire Dewey Members are urged to note the change of place and hour Sats
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Claire Dewey
Prince Frederick Charles Accepts Finnish Crown
Stockholm reports Prince Frederick Charles of Hesse has accepted the Finnish crown. The Finnish diet is set to meet soon to confirm the acceptance.
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Stockholm
Frederick Charles of Hesse
A Want Ad in the Journal Will Sell It
A brief wants ad in the Journal highlights items for sale and seeks buyers. The notice emphasizes quick sale and local pickup with contact details for interested buyers.
Foley Cathartic Tablets Adopted as Best Constipation Remedy
J. G. Gaston of Newark Indiana reports trying many cathartics before Foley Cathartic Tablets, which he calls the best. He notes they regulate bowels sweeten the stomach and tone the liver. Lemmon's Pharmacy carries the advertisement.
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J. G. Gaston
Newark
Ind
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Optimistic Thought on Redress Without Compulsion
An editorial urges addressing wrongs by peaceful means and voluntary reform. It argues for justice through education and community action, rejecting force or coerced punishment. The piece emphasizes dialogue, fairness, and civic duty to correct injustices.
Hatred and resolve in the Allied struggle statement
The speech asserts fierce anti Anglo-Saxon hostility and a determination to continue fighting despite setbacks. It mentions the Moscow upheaval and accuses the Anglo-Saxons of cowardice and criminal methods while praising loyal generals and national resilience.
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Moscow
Burlington grocers pay overcharge to war club
About 25 Burlington grocers charged with violating sugar rules were summoned by Executive A. Be Logsdon of the U S Food Administration. They were allowed to contribute varying sums to the Des Moines County War Club after investigators found they overcharged customers by fractions of a cent per pound.
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A. BE
Logsdon
United States Food Administration
Des Moines
Rand
War Club
Euphemism as a Satirical Lesson from a Birmingham Quote
In a witty Birmingham Age Herald exchange, an erudite speaker explains that when a widow with multiple marriages marries again she is said to have been led to the altar. The remark highlights euphemistic phrasing for remarriage.
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Birmingham Age Herald
Real Farm Bargains Near Towns and City Areas
Several 40 to 160 acre farm offers with prices from 110 to 250 per acre. Highlights include 120 acres within 3 miles of a town priced at 165 per acre, 160 acres five miles from a city at 235 per acre, and 40 acres of grass land. Terms offered, credit details not specified, trade options mentioned. Also listed are two modern bungalows and a broad catalog of local properties.
Gladys Embraces Growing Old To See Gray Hair
A school scene centers on Gladys with red hair who endures teasing from classmates. The teacher consoles her as Gladys insists she will be glad only when she becomes an old lady. She explains she wants her hair to turn gray to prove aging is worthwhile.
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Snewer
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