Gompers praised by Daniels in wartime praise of labor leader
Secretary Daniels lauds Samuel Gompers for aiding America and Allied war aims, saying no single figure did more to crush Prussianism. The piece notes Gompers steered a complex labor coalition through dangers and helped bolster British labor, with American backing seen as essential to success. It stress leadership as key to campaigns and mentions a 20 cent corn price drop linked to war prospects.
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Navy
America
Samuel Gompers
American Federation of Labor
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Europe
England
London
Gompers
Entente Allies Note Bulgarian Episode And Ferdinand’s Role
The article discusses Bulgaria's shift toward the Entente, Ferdinand's risky leadership, and the swift, orderly nature of the deal. It notes Britain and the Allies maintained diplomatic channels with Bulgaria and Turkey, while Bulgarian troops and German hostility shaped the theater. It reflects on alliance diplomacy and future impacts on the Ottoman Empire.
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Ferdinand
Prince Borie
Germany
America
Bulgaria
Turkey
Texas
Capitulation Begins in Algona Romance News
Ernest Thiel receives a wartime letter from France read by an interpreter J T Chris hidles revealing a French maiden seeking the Thiels blessing for their son in the romance. Argonauts and friends await the wedding news as the couple advances. Hog census hints Iowa leads hog production aiding war effort and mortgage relief though some warn profiteers loom.
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Algona
Ernest Thiel
France
Ernest
Mr. Thiel
J. T. Chrischidles
Wgo
Mrs. Thiel
Biliousness and sick-headache symptoms discussed
A reader details recurring bilious attacks with partial vision loss dizziness and headaches. The article explains biliovine or biliousness tied to digestion and liver function, offers dietary and laxative guidance, and notes remedies including mustard-water emesis calomel and Epsom salts, while cautioning against habitual mercury use and inviting questions to Dr Currier for general health queries.
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Extra Hour at Home Helps Woman Rest, Boost Productivity
A neighbor recounts how her husband urged a lighter schedule after a town trip. She kept a shorter list, gained an extra hour, relaxed on the train, and enjoyed a slower lunch. She believes the change will let her accomplish more tomorrow.
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Weill
The Sandman Story by Mrs. F. A. Walker
Mr. Fox schemes to build a boat to hunt birds, persuading Mrs. Fox with mush and promises of easy catches. She withholds meals until he proves the plan, leading to a hungry morning and a stubborn start to the voyage. The tale follows comic misfires and Fox’s stubbornness.
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Mr. Fox
Abe
Tielsou
Mrs. Fox
Uncle Harry Explains Alien Property Custodian Actions
In a conversational column Uncle Harry clarifies a public auction notice tied to a large chemical company. The notice, signed by Palmer as alien property custodian, signals government action on seized or controlled foreign holdings.
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Harry
Helen
Palmer
Jimmy
Joe
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German Controlled Industries Run for Germany's Benefit
Uncle Harry explains alien property and wartime sales. He traces German influence in U S industries before and during the war, listing sectors affected and noting how German control could lower prices in Germany. The talk covers the Trading with the Enemy Act and alien property custodian powers, defining who counts as an enemy. The piece ends with an auction sale and proceeds supporting Liberty.
Enemy property and interned aliens under wartime policy
The article explains that aliens registered in the United States are not enemies unless interned by order of the president. It details enemy property rights and holdings. proceeds from auctions fund liberty bonds. It notes 140 concerns valued at about 250 million dollars, and describes how minor enemy interests may be managed by alien property custodian appointees. It urges patriotic reporting to uncover enemy influence to aid war efforts.
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Uncle Harry
Rome
Nderints
America
Gemany
Jos
Germany
United States
Helen
Domestic 15 year old moves 15 tons coal for St Louis physician
A 15 year old domestic worker in the home of a St Louis physician recently transferred 15 tons of coal from the curb in the basement to the physician’s residence.
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Biamile Schumacher
St. Louis
Fox Adrift in Boat Amid Wind and Ducks
A story follows Mr. Fox adrift on a boat with no oars as a brisk wind drives him across a lake. He becomes seasick and fears death while three fat ducks drift nearby. The scene ends with Fox nearly drowned, rescued only when the boat capsizes near shore.
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Flo
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Baying
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Lloyd George promises air reprisals on Germany
A 1916 wartime note claims Prime Minister Lloyd George pledges British air reprisals against Germany. The record also notes German offensives near Dvinsk and historical dates referencing czarist actions and earlier conflicts.
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Ocr
Lloyd George
Germany
Are Lydia E Pinkham’s testimonial letters genuine and true
A survey of testimonial letters in Lydia E Pinkham advertisements asserts their genuineness and truthfulness. The letters describe health restoration after weeks to years of suffering, written by two men to encourage other women to try the Vegetable Compound.
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Lydia E. Pinkham
Lydia E. Pinkhant
Stop Itching Eczema with Zemo Treatment
Stop itching eczema with Zemo available from any druggist for 35c, extra large bottle 1.00. Healing starts on application and soon clears eczema, fetters, pimples, rash, and similar skin diseases. Zemo is a penetrating antiseptic liquid not a greasy salve and does not stain. E W Rose Co Cleveland Ohio.
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E. W. Rose Co
Cleveland
Pinex Pine Syrup Promises Fast Cough Relief
An old home remedy advertises a homemade cough syrup using Pine extract with sugar syrup or molasses. It claims rapid relief from bronchitis hoarseness croup and winter coughs and offers a money back guarantee. Readily stocked as a family supply.
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Inex
The
Pinex Co
Fé. Wayne
Sulphur Oxide Insulation Technique Extends to Copper
The article notes that sulphur oxide insulation on aluminum wires for electrical purposes is being adapted and the process is now applied to copper wire. This transition highlights developments in insulating materials and their broader application in electrical wiring.
Dr Edwards Olive Tablets Replace Calomel in Liver Health
Promote Dr Edwards Olive Tablets as a mild laxative and liver aid that avoids calomel's effects on teeth and gums. Claims quick relief from constipation and "dullness" with improved spirits, urging use for headaches and lazy feeling. Sold by all druggists with box 25 cents.
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Dr. Edwards
Haarlem Oil promises to slow aging by kidney support
Ancient style remedy claims old age starts with weakened kidneys and digestion. Gold Medal Haarlem Oil capsules, odorless and tasteless, allegedly restore kidney function and purge poisons, promising renewed life and vigor with daily use. money back if not helped.
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Avstase
Haarlem
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