Bolshevik Tactics and German Demands Stir War Anxiety
The piece warns of German pressure on the Bolshevik government to sever ties with Russia’s former allies. It argues propaganda could mislead Russians against the Allies, doubts Lenine and Trotzky, and predicts continued Bolshevik susceptibility to German influence. It also condemns American overindulgence and waste as a separate health note.
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Germany
Russia
Lenine
Trotzky
Japan
Food curtailment and health gains cited in wartime diet notes
An analysis argues that rationing and price rises have pushed Americans to eat less and more wholesome foods. It notes reduced meat, sugar, and fats, increased use of cereals, and claims health and productivity gains. Comparisons are drawn with Sweden's lower death rate and conservation benefits. It also references political figures and a minister's humorous take on women’s roles.
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Europe
Sweden
America
European
IOWA EDITORS Reflect on Germany and Napoleon’s Rise
A jumble of editorials notes Germany seeks a top through organization as Napoleon did, arguing German methods will fail and topple in time. It contrasts with Iowa voices praising Lewis housing growth and improved streets, and comments on citizenship at 21 postwar shifts, ending with a quip about Crowder and sports figures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ux City Journal
Germany
Napoleon
The New Tack by Frank M Esmonds War Appeal
The author warns of a likely fresh German offensive in the near future and urges American resolve. He argues that losses will be inevitable but stresses that Allied morale, unity, and readiness must be maximized. He urges America to stand firm, defend morale, and support allies as the next blow tests national resolve.
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Frank M. Esmonds
the Tribune Associa Uat
The
New York Tribune
Uniesa
France
Lony
Foch
Russia
Romania
Italy
Somme
Flanders
Ima
America
Europe
England
United States
Amerin
Flanders Man Munchausen Tale From Everybody's Magazine
A soldier trudging through mud in Flanders discovers a hat and a voice for help. He frees a man claiming he was on horseback. They later uncover a horse mouth full of hay, from a wagon sunk deeper in the mud, revealing a tall tale of the era.
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Flanders
Everybody’s Magazine
Health Apoplexy A Primer On Cerebral Hemorrhage
A historical health column explains apoplexy or cerebral hemorrhage known as stroke, detailing how it affects different ages, causes by brain vessel rupture, and progression from initial symptoms to possible unconsciousness. It notes signs such as headache dizziness, facial changes, vision issues, vomiting, perspiration, and convulsions, with emphasis on prognosis differing by age and hemorrhage location. It includes reader Q A about diet and fat loss, and states Dr. Currier handles general health questions and letters through the column.
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Middie Ufe
Four Rules for Kitchen Rearrangement from a Patriotic Homemaker
A middle aged woman repurposes her kitchen for patriotism and conservation. She reorganizes shelves, labels items and tins, creates labeled cloth and book systems, and extends a shelf to save steps. She plans more changes and invites readers to share ideas.
The Kindness of Puss Readers in a Barn Tale
In a farmyard tale Puss the cat spots a starving Field Mouse and her five kits. She pretends generosity by offering access to the meat box, plans to fatten them, then learns they return to the field after their mother uses the ruse. The mouse family stays wary, then plots to flee at night as Puss waits.
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Puss
Mrs. Field Mouse
Mrs. Mouse
Sweet's Statement Defends War Aims Resolution
Congressman Sweet defends a June 1917 resolution asking President Wilson to restate the war aims. He cites past criticism, notes support in recent commentaries, and credits the president with uniting the nation and shaping allied action against German autocracy. He argues his motives remained patriotic and that events since prove the resolution right.
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Congress
Wilson
Sweet
House of Representatives
Committee On Foreign Affairs
Russia
United States
Teaching Citizenship in Public Schools
The St Louis Globe-Democrat urges teaching citizenship as direct relation to government and personal responsibility. It warns against passive history teaching and cites Germany’s use of schools to spread cruel kultur, urging a permanent, positive civic influence to empower U.S. citizens to govern themselves.
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St Louis Globe-Democrat
Germany
Puss Seeks Milk While Mrs Field Mouse Hints Secret
In a garden tale, a cat ventures toward a house for milk as she ponders which cat outsmarted her. Mrs Field Mouse lurks as a wiser observer, signaling a twist teaser for tomorrow in the story.
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Puss
Germany Moves on Russian Provinces, Uncle Harry Says
Uncle Harry explains Germany seeks control of Ukrainian Polish Lithuanian Courland Estonia and Finland provinces to secure food coal iron and Baltic outlets. He notes German barons welcome interference and Bolsheviks threat fades but warns the war continues and Russia remains a focal point of global strategy.
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Harry
Germany
Russia
Joe
Helen
France
Thele Harry
Jimmy
Uncle Harry
Worl
Belgium
Tinecie Harry
Ukraine
Poland
Lithuania
Courland
Esthenia
Finland
Baltic Sea
Conception of Americanism and civic duty in patriotism
The speaker argues for a nationalism built on righteousness justice and mercy urging Americans to internalize that they are the state and shoulder daily duties to realize ideals rather than rely on slogans. Patriotism should be a lived daily obligation, not mere flag waving.
Yankees at the Front Glowing French tribute praises Americans
A Paris Temps letter from a French officer extols American troops in France. He notes their natural soldiering, eagerness to learn, and idealistic ardor. He describes brave, disciplined conduct during a Verdunlike assault, admiring their quiet, orderly march to fighting positions.
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New York Sun
Washington, D. C
France
Paris Temps
Message of wartime medical corps praise in praise note
A fragment praising artillery and service officers, highlighting intelligent officers and zealous service. The writer extols sanitary automobiles as swift, strong, comfortable, and a godsend, noting the service functions largely run smoothly with little hitch.
Delicate Child Vindicated by Cod Liver Remedy
In Monaca Pennsylvania a mother recounts how a cod liver and iron tonic revived her frail son who was weak and tired at school. The advertisement from Wangler Bros. Co. and Druggists claims the formula is printed on every bottle and urges parents to use it, noting children love it and it’s a reputable remedy across towns.
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Monaca
Frederick Sommers
Wangler Bros. Co
C. I. Miller
Waterloo
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