German plans risk prompting Bolshevik revolt in Russia
The article discusses Germany aiming to secure a peace arrangement with Russia while maintaining influence over Alsace Lorraine and Asia Minor. It warns Bolshevik leaders and the Russian masses misjudge entente willingness to uphold Russia’s independence, as civil war flames spread and the allies vow to prevent Russia from becoming a German vassal.
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Eal
Berlin
Germany
Alliee
Alsace-Lorraine
Asia Minor
Russia
Mieguideri Bolvneytki
Germasuy
Germany's Manpower and the War Outlook
The article argues allies aim to exhaust German manpower on the western front and that Germany's doom rests on sustained losses. It cites expert estimates of 13.5 million military aged, 2.5 million lost in two years, projecting 4 million more by next August, ending with Germany unable to sustain defenses. It also notes Brest-Litovsk peace talks and neutral powers' interest in German terms.
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Germany
Western Front
Lens
Cambrai
Langemarck
Din Oren
Hess
Berlin
America
Great Titain
France
Brest Litovsky
Russia
CANADA'S FORESIGHT AND WAR SUPPORT
Canada’s voters affirmed democracy by endorsing conscription in the recent election, proving resolve on wartime policy. The piece notes Allied leader Pershing’s preparations, WWI battle stories, and calls for home-front backing as the war continues.
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Canada
Europe
Ypres
Vimy Ridge
Messines
Temperance Progress Across Forty Years
Iowa editors reflect on temperance reform noting progress since the past forty years yet acknowledge ongoing struggles. Optimism remains as society advances while acknowledging continued liquor traffic challenges and the need for steadfast resolve. In other papers strong reactions to events and domestic life are also noted.
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Temperance Progress
Sioux
City Journal
Sory
Delay in War Production Criticized by General Crozier
A Chicago Post commentary quotes Gen. Crozier blaming 1917 delays in rifles and field artillery production on a slow, divided American government. The piece argues for a direct war footing and elimination of unnecessary routes and delays at home.
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Chicago Post
Crozier
Senate
M Military Alfatra Committee
Washington
True Greatness in Little Things Quote
A concise quotation from George Macdonald on greatness found in daily acts. It notes that true greatness lies in small deeds and that rare chances arise to do a great act. The message encourages steady virtue over dramatic spikes of effort.
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George Macdonald
The Magi and the Bethlehem Star of Modern Times
The essay links the biblical Magi to Persian star worship and the procession of the equinoxes, telling how a lost star led seekers to Bethlehem. It contrasts ancient omen quests with 20th century hopes, pondering what star and Bethlehem will define the new age after war and upheaval.
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Elf
Bethlehem
Jormien
Saul
Jesus
Lord John Morley
Lazht
Mars
Potsdam
Washington
Health and Happiness in Brass Work Hazards
An article warns that inhaling brass dust or swallowing brass particles irritates airways and can cause chronic poisoning, bronchitis, and possibly tuberculosis. It notes symptoms, advises ventilation and respirators, and outlines remedies and cautions for workers and employers.
Lost and Found responses to lust and found ads
A reader writes that every lost poem or item advertised was found, thanking finders and contributors. Several requests appear for items such as a story about a wealthy family, a piece titled Only A Lock of Her Hair, and a child’s song lines, with notes on recovering music and missing letters.
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Jmusic
Peterson
Tom Cat Outsmarts Robber Fox Across River Trick
A tramp Tom Cat tricks Robber Fox into crossing a wide river using turtles as a bridge. They cross and laugh at the ruse, then become friends and avoid the river, leaving the woodland folk wary of the two.
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Tom Cat
Robber Fox
Robber
Tom
Mr. Tom
Fox
Turtles
Apa
Snap
Fragmentary verse clues hidden praise and longing
The fragment hints at shunning others gaze and praise, with an unclear line about a rose and a hesitant, lyrical voice. The text is incomplete, making exact meaning uncertain but implying personal separation from public attention.
Rotary Talk By J G Ralston On Local Housing
Rotary Club members will hear architect J G Ralston speak next Monday at noon about local housing, referencing past projects in Waterloo and noting progress in regional development. The talk underscores Ralston’s long involvement in Cleveland area architecture and community culture.
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J. G Ralston
Rotary Club
Jack Butte’ & Bkesp
Waterloo
Ralston
Rotarians Donate Shoes for Red Cross Aid in France
Rotary members in Oklahoma City collected over 30,000 pairs of usable shoes in five hours. The shoes were donated to the Red Cross for distribution to the destitute in France. The club planted tubers on land loaned by the City Ice Company, yielding 1,500 bushels from 300 bushels of seed, with net proceeds for relief of want and other charitable uses. The membership committee proposes 13 names for consideration.
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City Ice Company
Oklahoma City
Red Cross
France
Eczema Healed By Cuticura For Baby
A mother reports a three month old infant suffered severe eczema on the face scalp and head. After using Cuticura Soap and Ointment the baby recovered. Free samples offered by Cuticura Dept A Boston.
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Moses Zimmerman
Mineral
Cuticura
Dept. A
Bostom
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