German Foreign Secretary Opposes Allied Demobilization
Basel dispatch reports Count von Brockworf Rantzau asserting Germany will resist allied demobilization demands. He calls for ending war and normal relations, demands equal disarmament limits, warns against indemnities, and seeks economic peace. He supports colonial claims and warns Alsace Lorraine appears under French control, with occupation suppressing local language rights.
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Lutherans Open Campaign Drive to Relieve Brethren
Des Moines reports the Iowa Lutheran reconstruction drive opened with strong early support. Counties show funds over the top ahead of the 10 day campaign aiming for about 109060 dollars to aid Lutheran churches and homes in Finland, France, Poland, the Balkans, Russia and the Baltic provinces. Dr A B Leamer of St Johns Lutheran chairs the effort and pledges steadfast aid until aid reaches those in need.
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Alex Harris Dead at Newport Ore Former Iowa Falls Citizen
Robert Harris recalls the death of his son Alex Harris at Newport Oregon where the former Iowa Falls resident had lived in Grundy Center and Itdora. The 40 year old farmer worked in railroads and later insurance. He was survived by a widow, father, sister, and brother. He had kidney trouble since last September.
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Lewis
Askew
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Etiquette at the funeral rides in the first carriage
In a Los Angeles Times fragment the undertaker insists etiquette requires the widower and his mother-in-law to share the first carriage. The widower protests he cannot stand her, noting his late wife allowed the tension, while the undertaker remains formal and resolute about customary practices.
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Los Angeles Times
Fragmentary stage dialogue on funeral plans and consent
The readable lines show a tense exchange about funeral arrangements and consent. A widowed character objects to burial in a sunny curtilage and insists on proper conduct, while another expresses despondency and resolve.
Franklin Car sales prove approval by men and women
In 1917 both men and women favored lighter weight and finer Franklin cars, with sales up 135 percent while other fine cars rose 12 percent. Despite wartime production for Hispano Suiza and Rolls Royce engines, Franklin resumed normal output. Practical economy and comfort—20 miles per gallon, long tire life, and year round usability—underscore why buyers favor Franklin America’s Only Light Fine Car. Phone 826.
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Franklin Features Highlight Modern Car Improvements
The Franklin policy emphasizes owner satisfaction with features like a simple starting device and larger tires for better mileage. A new oiling system reduces grease mess, an air intake strainer protects engine parts, piston construction maintains compression, and the intake yoke heater speeds up warm up, all branded as original Franklin innovations.
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