Filipino independence stance and wildflowers note in Courier
The Courier urges caution on Philippine independence, warning against premature self rule and citing historical precedents. It also laments wholesale wildflower picking in forests and calls for preserving natural beauty.
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Wea
Pacific Ocean
Nick Kinley
Sam
Bam
United States
Cuba
Philippines
Spain
Pacific
Goa
Health Talks on Infectious Disease Transmission and Misconceptions
A health column explains how diseases spread by specific vectors such as the Stegomyia mosquito for yellow fever and the Anopheles mosquito for malaria. It stresses that air not the route, and emphasizes precautions in hospitals and sanatoriums, then answers reader questions on neva birthmarks bronchitis and coughs.
Making the Most of Marriage Plain Tales for Married People
Advice on managing differences in married life. It notes conflicts from in laws and mutual misunderstandings. The piece discusses how perceptions of neglect fuel family tensions and how to aid your spouse’s happiness.
How to Ease Domestic Strife With Relatives
Practical guidance urges a calm approach to home conflict, avoid airing disputes publicly, and build goodwill by planning a surprise celebration with the wife and her relatives. It advises addressing underlying attitudes and fostering friendly behavior to reduce tensions.
Rainy Day Reflections on Mood and Time
The author contrasts a rainy day with sunshine, praising the shut in mood as intimate and rich. Rainy weather feels like it adds time for tasks or quiet contemplation, while also inviting outdoor walks, with a nostalgic longing for the glow of rain washed mornings and storm privacy.
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Mer
Cam
Kipling
Lichtenberg
Primary candidates diverge from seniors in election year
Fragmentary text discusses shifting candidate dynamics as elections loom, noting differences between senior and junior interests and the reduced intensity of the candidate field. It also references earlier electrical heating of rivets and structural iron work, suggesting industrial topics interwoven with political notes.
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Lieve
Bee Co
Little Foxes and Reddy Make a Safe Escape
Mrs. Fox leads her husband to a high window and they steal two fat hens from a poultry house. They plan to move Reddy Fox to safety, dig a hole under his home, and warn him to avoid Mr. Man and Mr. Dog while noting dangers of taming him. The story contrasts with a separate report about army court martial reforms and a pending Congressional special session.
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Reddy
Mrs. Fox
Mr. Fox
Dog
Man
Mr. Vox
Uncle Harry on Army Court Martial Questions
Uncle Harry and Joe discuss the Russia front line discipline and court martial issues raised by soldiers in Archangel. They note public concern over severe punishments and Wilson era policy that the U S is not at war with Russia while aiding the Russian cause.
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Europe
Congress
Russia
Joe
Harry
Thorely
Jon
Helen
Uncle Harry
Archangel
Jimmy
Wilson
Eldora Ledger
Towa
Chicago
New York
Uncle Harry Will
Iowa
Burleson backs down on government control of cables
A Burleson led policy on government ownership of cables telegraphs and telephones is rejected amid war time regulation needs and public cost concerns. editors note discuss postmaster general's stance and public sentiment against permanent government control while wartime rules remain sufficient.
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Burleson
Davenport
Post Office Department
Prize Fight Tops Airship Race in Public Interest
The Marshalltown Times-Republican notes Americans favor a proposed prize fight between two bruisers over coverage of airship race plans across the Atlantic, reflecting public curiosity and amusement in the era.
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Marshalltown Times-Republican
Atlantic
The Five Cent Theater Recalled in Whimsical Verse
A playful reminiscence recalls a small town theater experience and a bashful patron in a nostalgic nod to bygone cinema habits. The poem hints at affordable entertainment and the charm of early moviegoing rituals.
Postal Clerks Decode Eccentric Envelopes in 1919
In 1919 a sample envelope shows deliberate chirography intended to confound readers. Experts decipher the address and determine the intended recipient and mailing details, illustrating clerical cryptography practices of the era.
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Eee Ee
Ipaper
Jeter
Washington, D. C
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Muansey Ride
G. Dougherty
Philadelphia
Story, Brooks & Finley
Rep
Waterloo
Italy
League of Nations
Japan
France
Britain
League
Diphtheria Hospital
The
Thompsons Feature Service
Caserox
Gere & Pam
Dea
Alons
Catlep
High Good
Terra
Csrible
Samuel T. Ansell
Department of the War Department
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Army
Baker
American Bar Association
Lawyers’ National Organization
Washington
Jowa Editors
Burlington
Central
National Newspaper, Service
Sam Lotd
Sam Losa
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