Nine Years Ago and Now in Aviation Progress
A retrospective compares early aviation feats with modern air power. It recalls the 1910 flight from Fort Myer to Alexandria by a Wright aircraft with the president watching, notes rapid aviation gains driven by war, and comments on the widespread planed routes and improving safety, while joking about war’s social effects.
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Fort Myer
Potomac River
National Capital
Alexandria
Lawmil
Wright Brothers
Faro
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Long Island
War Department
Washington
Rhinehardt
Min Jcola
Chicago
New York
Badges Proposed to Identify Exempt Draft Age Men
Iowa editors report a nationwide push to issue badges for exempted draft age men. The plan, started in New York, mirrors Canada’s War Service badge and aims to prevent misidentification as slackers. A certificate-card badge would mark honorable service and distinguish such men from those not responding to the call.
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Des Moines
New York
United Service Club
Odell
Canada
Summer diarrhea in infants and young children
The article explains that summer diarrhea stems from heat and stagnant air, is most dangerous to infants and young children, and is linked to stress, diet, and infection. It notes lower NYC mortality due to health education, and advises breast milk when possible, with milk from grass and hay-fed cows discussed as factors. It includes Q and A on fistula treatment and a note about Dr Currier answering health questions.
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New York City
Daughters of Time and the Worth of Small Pleasures
A reflective essay compares time spent on flowers, dust, fireplaces, and children, arguing that value is subjective. The narrator defends flowers as worth the bother, noting their positive effect on rooms and guests, while lampooning excessive fuss over cleanliness and decor. The piece muses on personal choice amid daily chores.
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Emerson
The Blacksmith Judge and the King’s Castle
Twilight scenes in a smithy lead to a royal ruse as a king in disguise enlists a blacksmith to judge a treasury theft. Five men stand accused as dawn breaks and the smith takes on a judge’s role to uncover the truth.
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Andrew
Carmly
His Majesty's
Hal
Russian National Conference Opens in Moscow Opera House
On Aug 26 1917 a Russian national conference opened in the Moscow Opera House as Kerensky delivered his renowned blood and iron address. The date notes also mention Bulgarian advances on Aug 26 1916 and Italian troops reaching the Dardanelles on Aug 25 1916, with Togoland surrendering in Aug 1914.
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Moscow Opera House
Kerensky
Dardanelles
Togoland
West Africa
Frenen
Britdleh
Bond boom and tax questions reshape Liberty issues
The Sioux City Tribune weighs the soaring 3 percent Liberty bonds, their tax exemptions, and the plan to apply federal taxes to county and municipal bonds. It notes strong demand, money availability, and expectations for the upcoming fourth Liberty loan, while warning of tax-avoidance dangers.
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McAdoo
United States
New York Stock Exchange
Uncle Harry Explains War Salvage Saving Millions
Uncle Harry explains how Europe war salvage recovers every discarded item. Workers in England and France salvage clothing, metal, leather and cloth from battlefields and ships, turning waste into usable goods for the army and home front. Divers and experts raise sunken ships, saving precious cargo and reducing losses for Britain.
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Harry
Permanent rheumatism relief through blood treatment
A historical ad claims rheumatism is a blood disorder and promotes S. S. S. as a permanent remedy. It asserts pills fail to reach the blood and promises full relief, with a free book and expert advice from the Swift Specific Company in Atlanta.
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Medical Department
Swift
Swift Laboratory
Atlanta
Mrs Page Credits Vinal for Cough Cure and Strength
Brooklyn Connecticut Mrs Thomas Page describes a six month cough illness from pneumonia. After using Vinal she reports cured cough, restored appetite and improved health. The ad cites Vinal ingredients beef and cod liver peptones iron manganese peptonates and glycerophosphates as strength builders. Wangler Bros. Co. C J Miller and local druggists advertise.
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Wangler Bros. Co
C. J. iMiller
Salvage and Refitting of Sunken Ships In Civil War
Ships sunk in battlefields have been raised to shipyards for repairs and put back into service. The column notes vast salvaging of goods and vessels, with millions of dollars recovered and reused. Uncle Merry invites signed inquiries by mail or column. The Panama voyage from New York to Valparaiso is 6,915 miles, about 22 days by steamer.
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Washington
Philadelphia
New York
Whsta
Uncle Merry
Panama Canal
Valparaiso
Chile
Doctor Could Not Help Her in Brooklyn Woman’s Testimonial
Brooklyn woman Mrs. F Pravr reports dis placement and two severe inflammation attacks left her with no hope from her doctor. She credits Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound and Sanative Wash with restoring her health. She urges other women to try the remedy before hospital surgery and offers to advise via Lydia E. Pinkham Medicine Co. Lynn, Massachusetts.
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Brooklyn, N. Y
Lydia
E. Pinkham
F. Pravr
Woodbine St
Brooklyn
Lydia EK
Promises of Nitrophosphate for Quick Flesh Gain
An advertisement touts nitro phosphate as a cure for extreme thinness claiming it nourishes nerves and supplies phosphoric elements to body cells. It asserts rapid weight gain and improved health, noting it should not be used by those not wishing to put on flesh.
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United States
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M. Freeman
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Glockner
Hussia
Russia
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B. J. Difion
Iemens
America
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Fourth
Sycamore
Commercial
Iowa
Sioux City Journal
Currier
Curner
Cimrox
Sandman
Mrs. F. A. Walker
Sioux City Tribune
Uncle Harry
Europe
Joe
France
Jimmy
Helen
England
Great Britain
Waterios Evening Courier
Envtion
Woateriog Evening Courier
Lydia E. Pinkham
Millar
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Hansen and Hansen
East Ponrth Street
C. J. Miller
Wart Fourth Street
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