Dogs of War: Red Cross Canines and Their Valor
Boston storyteller recounts WWI tales of brave dogs like Little Jim Cabot Spot and Tommy the Alsatian. He notes Joffre banned Red Cross dogs for practicality, yet dogs saved towns and guided messages, earning Croix de Guerre and lasting pet heroics.
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Boston
Mass
Red Cross
France
Ernest Harold Barnes
Lowell Institute
Transcript
No Man's Land
Joffre
Mr. Baynes
Little Jim
Kips Gunga Din
Man's Land
Townshend
Kut-el-Amara
Spot
Constantinople
Tigris
Finland
Tommy
American Red Cross
Paris
Amiens
Canadian Regiment
Baynes
Verdun
Judge Declares Absolute Denial Of Divorces To Aid Society
Cleveland O Dec 7 Common Pleas Judge A J Pearson advocates denying all divorces regardless of grounds noting a contemnor who owed alimony said denial would spare two women and prevent future lawsuits He warns granting divorces can harm children and in his view leads to poorer care when parents remarry If no divorces were granted fewer families would be harmed and society would improve
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Cleveland. O
Des
Common Pleas
A. J. Pearson
Ot Tt
Pearson
The Lesser Evil in a Quiet Family Circle
Patricia and Barnie navigate a rumor of Barnie's attachment to Lucia Holmes, daughter of Mrs. Willis’s old friend. Lucia’s calmer presence clashes with Patricia's vivacity as Mrs. Willis worries about matching young hearts and a planned pairing. The family schemes to test loyalties.
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Elow
Barnie
Lucia Halmes
Barnett Willis
Hannah
Lucia’ Holmes
Patricia
Lucia
Bill
Luela
Assault by telephone spurs police hunt in Kentucky
A midnight telephone call in Middlesboro, Kentucky led to Fannie Brasher being found unconscious with a head gash and red hair fragments in her mouth. James Thompson, a jilted suitor, is charged with assault with intent to kill. he remains at large as investigators pursue him. Real estate transfers and unrelated notes follow in the page.
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Lexington
Fannie Brasher
Middlesboro
Pineville
Miss. Brasher
Miss Brasher
James Thompson
Richardson Family Moves Into New West Side Home
La Porte City notes the Richardson family relocating from Denison to the Paul Kline residence on the west side with plans to settle in. The item lists numerous social visits and guests including Miss Marian Lane, Mrs. G. W. Fisher, Mrs. Inez Glime, and others, plus a local business lease by St. Clair & Franklin and an upcoming Light Bearers bazar.
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la Porte City
W. V. Richardson
Denison
C. A. Brust
Richardson
Paul Kline
Marian Lane
Brandon
T. J. Lane
Emma O'Rielly
G. W. Fisher
Arthur Bickel
Waterloo
Phillip Frank
Emil Frank
Cora Frank
Auburn
Charles Wilson
Inez Glime
Wing
D.na. R
Milks Emulsion Promises Strength for Tuberculosis Sufferers
Mrs Hubert M Anthony of Guin Alabama reports doctors warned six months to live due to tuberculosis. After using Milks Emulsion she gained weight and strength, appetite improved, and sleep steadied. The ad touts a $0.75 to $1.50 bottle guarantee, palatable emulsion, and nationwide drugstore availability from The Milks Emulsion Co Terre Haute Indiana.
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Hubert M. Anthony
Guin
Ala
Terrey Haute
Ind
Local Church Event Raised Funds At Afternoon Social
The Presbyterian church hosted candy sales and baked goods sales in parlors drawing shoppers for afternoon and evening events. Proceeds totaling $31 were raised by the girls as part of their effort. Hemsworth store improvements enhance the La Porte City branch with new interior decor. The display room now features tan and cream walls, golden woodwork, and a painted floor creating a bright impression. Hemsworth, since arriving September 1, has prepared the shop for Ford parts and auto services, stocking batteries and used parts while offering a bright storefront and accessible location for customers.
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la Porte City
The
Re With. O. 2
Hemeworth
Ee Friese
Hemsworth
Ford
Atta Street
Wlescom
Hems
Trehcome
Expatriate visit to Europe with notable American delegates
Lena this exammer was honored by an invitation to Europe as a member of the International Council of Women. The Americans, largest group from any country, traveled far to attend the conference in Oslo Christiana Norway. Wheeler spoke on travels while King and Queen of Norway joined audiences. Bain lost a finger after an infection during packing work. John Buck dies at Peo.
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Duval
Satan
Hea
Ales
France
Lena
Europe
International Council of
Womj2
Tristiane
Norway
jMire
Wheeler Waa
New York
Naples
Antwerp
London
Ireland
Christiana
Storthing
Mra Wheeler
Bain
Chautauqua Circle at Independence Meets for Notable Program
Chautauqua Literary Circle in Independence held a 2:30 pm Wednesday gathering with Mrs. Mason as club president. Miss Ney presented a paper on The Grant of a Dynamic Force in Industries, Mrs. Carl Manz and Mrs Barker provided musical numbers, and guest Exama Grimwood Wheelor of Mandan, North Dakota, long active in Mandan music, shared her experiences.
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Independence
Chautauqua Lierary
5Ason
Ney
Carl Manz
Barker
Exama Grimwood Wheel
Mandan, N. D
Conservatory of Music
Mandan
Foley Kidney Pills Advertised as World’s Best Remedy
A Village Springs Ale anecdote reports a severe kidney illness lasting three weeks with bedridden pain. After using Foley Kidney Pills, the writer notes relief after a few doses and says the trouble was completely cured with no relapse. Sold everywhere.
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C. BE
Village Springs
Foley's Honey and Tar Compound Mail-In Offer
Advertisement urging readers to mail a cut-out to Foley & Co for a trial package of Honey and Tar Compound Kidney Pills and Cathartic Tablets. Claims relief for coughs colds rheumatism backache and digestive issues with a nationwide sales push.
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Foley & Co
Sheffield Ave
Chicago
Ill
Foley
Woman's head level as health boosts beauty claims
The ad asserts Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription improves health to enhance beauty. It links clear skin and bright eyes to good health and urges use for nervousness dizziness faintness and temperance, portraying beauty as a consequence of wellness.
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Dr. Pierce
Hand Picked Canned Goods and Groceries Ad Listing
Local ad lists Every Day Prices for canned goods and pantry items. Items include Libby Olives Dill Pickles large jars, Cream of Wheat, Bergh Laundry Soap, Pineapple, Oil Sardines, Spaghetti, and May Day Coffee with prices shown alongside brand names and store address at 213 E. 4th St.
Invalid fragment text about a child funeral in church
A damaged fragment reports a child, aged seven, died after illness two weeks earlier. It mentions a widow and two daughters Parmperet and Mary Buck, with funeral services set for a Friday afternoon at 2 pm at the Presbyter Church, Mt Hope cemeteries, with Rev. L Hammond officiating.
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Ple's Hospital
Parmperet
Mary Buck
Inde Reeusense
Nse
Iday
Presbyter Church
Mt Hope Geeneters
L. Hammond
Mentho Sulphur heals eczema quickly says skin expert
Advertised remedy Mentho Sulphur is claimed to soothe fiery itchy skin and clear eczema after two or three applications. The ad cites a skin specialist and notes the product destroys parasites causing itching and disfigurement. A small jar is available at drug stores.
St Jacobs Oil advertised for backache relief
An old advertisement claims back pain stems from lumbago and sciatica and offers St Jacobs Oil as immediate soothing relief. It promises rapid loosening of stiffness and lameness and urges readers to rub it on for neuralgia rheumatism sprains without skin burning.
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St. Jacobs
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