Lies About War Myths And Public Smears Debunked
A government bulletin condemns rampant wartime rumors in Washington asserting many claims are false. It debunks stories of a wounded Canadian husband, Edison jailed in Florida, and arrests of Ruth Law and Madame Schumann-Heink, noting newspapers deny them and calumny spreads quickly.
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Washington
Thomas A. Edison
Florida
America
A. Edison
Ruth Law
Madame Schumann- Heink
Shakespeare
McClure Syndicate Feature From 1918 Coht Era
A fragment from Co ht in 1918 features a McClure Syndicate article noting wartime events and social conditions. The piece reflects the period's press style with concise reporting and era specific references.
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McClure
German sympathizers spread slander about allied soldiers
The article denounces German sympathizers in allied countries for repeating false tales of allied soldier miseries and attempting to besmirch the characters of patriots.
Supporters Slip from Hertling as Bulgaria Seeks Change
The piece notes waning confidence in the Central Powers with Bulgaria seeking changes. It mentions anxious youths asking if a reception for new teachers was limited to parents, highlighting a tense postwar social moment in Chicago.
Paper Discontinued If Subscription Not Paid by October 1
The newspaper warns that nonpayment by October 1 will force discontinuation of the paper. This action follows directives from the War Industries Board.
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War Industries Board
Monument Planned in Central Park for Washington County Died in France
A proposal seeks to erect a war memorial in Central Park honoring Washington County boys who died in France. The plan is praised and fundraising is expected to proceed when appropriate.
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Central Park
Washington County
France
Liberty Loan Drive Sees Strong Public Response
Committees report a splendid response as men and women stream into ward headquarters pledging full apportionments. Complaints are few and many subscribe for more than requested.
Better Known Abroad by Burlington Hawkeye Observation
A Burlington Hawkeye account recalls a Greater Iowa Assn dinner speaker who told of Ottumwa bacon bought in Boston and shipped home, only to be delivered by an Ottumwa packing house. He notes Burlington products travel far and are better known elsewhere than locally.
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Burlington
Greater Iowa Association
Boston
Ottumwa
New England
Foster Packing House
Ottumwan
Traveling on a Budget in Modern Rail Travel
The excerpt notes travel costs for rail tickets and Pullman berths as luxuries, arguing government policy does not cater to extravagant tastes or add cars for exclusive use. It suggests a stance favoring affordability over luxury in transportation.
Sleep Advice From Philosophical Reflections
The text notes Hegel finished his principal work on the eve of the Battle of Jena as thundering noise spurred thought. It counsels not to dwell too intensely on ideas before sleep to avoid wakeful or fitful rest.
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Hegel
Jena
Rippling Rhymes About Winter Blues and Coal Shortage
A satirical verse laments approaching frost and autumn as leaves fall and flowers fade. It mocks coal shortages, rising prices, and households freezing while a profiteering dealer proclaims lack of coal, reflecting economic anxiety and seasonal hardship in a humorously critical tone.
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Arctic
Prince Joachim Refuses to Conform While Visiting America
The Kaiser’s youngest son Prince Joachim, tall and wary, travels the United States amid rubber shortages and iron wheels. He sports a limp from a Western Front wound and jokes about American bullets while quipping about Russian and American food habits during a wartime era visit.
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Prince Joachim
Kaiser
U-beat Deutschland
America
Germany
Western Front
Kaiser at War Front and Court Gaudy Tales
A first person recollection describes the Kaiser at army headquarters in 1916 17 including terse remarks about enemies and loyalty to Germany. The account notes the Kaiser’s fatigue thin persona during visits at Pless Homburg and Kreuznach and the curious public display of his power.
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Great Army
Prince von Viess
Viess
America
Germany
New York
Pless
Wilson
Homburg Vad
Hohe
Kreuznach
Kaiserin
Kaiser
Hromburg
Army
Homburg
The Kaiser and Things American
Chapter XIV discusses German ignorance about American life and institutions. The author notes educated Germans questioning U.S. handling of Indians and highlights the paradox of extensive German emigration and trade with America despite such misconceptions. The Kaiser and his press are said to mislead the German public.
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Kaiser
America
Abe
the Kaiser
Kaiser Sees Forest Fires and Four Year Presidential Term
The Kaiser criticized American forest fire causes and urged more timber conservation noting sparks from locomotives and unremoved branches. He also attacked the four year presidential term arguing frequent leadership changes hinder consistent policy.
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America
Kaiser
Davis
Germany
Duty and Temptation Keep One Steady Course
A compact ethical maxim urging steadfast focus on present duties and resisting distractions from unseen future temptations. Attributed to Charles Kingyley, the counsel emphasizes discipline, self-control, and steady effort without speculation.
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Charles Kingyley
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East Main Street
Mutual
Abe Martin
New Palace Hotel
Arthur N. Davis
J. H. P. Robison Grinnell
Iowa
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Grinnell
Poweshiek County
Wm. Sutherland
Democratic Nomin
Bulgaria
Hertling
Chicago Tribune
Army Headquarters
Russia
England
Berlin
The
Stock Exchange
LP Ae
C. J. Wilson
C. C. Wilson
Wilson & Wilson Lawyers
Journal
Washington, Iowa
Morrison & Morrison
Morrison Building
Charles A. Dewey
Eicher, Livingston & Eicher: Law
Abstract Department
IOWS
W. M. Keeley
W. H. Butterfield
Special Collection Department
Frank Rogers
Physicians and Surgeons
A. John Droz, M. D
Farmers & Mer. Bank
Irvin E. Huston
Lemley
8. H. Bateman Blair
M. H. Sartor
Sartor & Sartor Chiropractors
Square
Klein Klothing Co
Red Washington
J. D. Dayton
Westchester
Austin Sutherland Auctioneer
Washington Lodge
A. F
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Ralph L. Bunce
W. M
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J. W. Morton
Recorder
EB. S
R. H. Walker
Rose Reid
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Noble Grand
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J. E. Kunath
West Lim
W. E. Lindsay
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