Secretary Baker Seeks Army to 287000 Amid Budget Debate
Washington December 10 Secretary Baker declared he would continue recruiting the army toward 287000 unless Congress repeals its express mandate. He cited Germany based forces and fortifications as justification while noting National Guard growth from 37000 to 71000. Deficiency appropriations may be requested this session to cover the higher strength.
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Ashington
War Baker
Congress
Kahn
Tle
Baker
Germany
Slippines
Canal Zone
Wall
National Guard
County Attorney halts games of chance at fairs
Farley Reasonover warned two operators of punch boards slot machines and other devices of chance to stop immediately. The order was complied with this week and he pledged that the law will be rigidly enforced at all shows and carnivals entering the city.
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Farley Reasonover
Reasonover
Denison Herald
Net War Cost Put At 24 Billion By Secretary Houston
Washington reports that Secretary Houston fixed the net cost of the war to the U S government at 24 010 000 000 for the period from April 6 1917 to June 30 last. He noted total wartime expenditures of 38 830 812 895 with 16 078 844 097 raised by taxes and non borrowed revenue. He subtracted 9 523 000 000 in foreign loans and about 4 500 000 000 in excess normal operating costs, leaving the adjusted war cost.
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Washington
Houston
Treasury
Wireless for Farmers aims to deliver twice daily market and crop reports
The Washington Post notes plans to send farm bulletins by wireless telegraphy. Tentative tests from a Washington station to nearby counties would grow into 17 wireless plants across the country linked by leased wires. The network would provide twice daily market conditions, price quotes, crop and weather data, and other farming information. Morehead & Parker advertise vulcanizing auto tubes nearby.
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Department of Agriculture
Washington
District of Columbia
Washington Post
To Cure a Cold in One Day Take LAXATIVE BROMO QUININE
An old printed ad touts Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets as a one day cure for a cold. It claims to stop cough and headache and relieve the cold, with E W Grove signature on each box.
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E.W. Grove
Early Morning Observations and Political Notes
Governor-Elect McRae of Arkansas vows retrenchment next year. Crime rises in cities as labor argues work prevents crime. Washington’s incoming admin faces low census prospects. Garland rejects a $1.25 million bequest, a rare case of inherited money without sense. Optimism urged. everyone must work. Senator Reed calls for campaign fund limits. The Democrat’s
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McRae
Arkansas
Optimism, politics, and social quips in a Texas town
The item surveys civic mood and musings on politics as the legislature nears, noting Republican enthusiasm to unseat Democrats, a cheerful but tempered optimist view, and wry comments on social behavior. It references dress fabrics demand, leg fashion, and a playful take on public figures and fights.
Christmas Groceries at Our Store
Holiday groceries plentiful with fruits and nuts for festive cooking. We offer to fill and deliver holiday orders, promising price and quality satisfaction. Wishing customers a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
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W. J. Looney, Furm and Undertaking
Bugs
W. J. Looney
Pittsburgh minister comments on politicians and duck hunters
A Pittsburgh minister quips that politicians are the biggest liars, noting that sometimes duck hunters also appear deceitful, reflecting public skepticism about local leadership and sportsmen.
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Pittsburgh
Hoosier cabinet saves steps in the kitchen
W. J. Looney notes the Hoosier cabinet saves housewives miles of steps in the kitchen and calls it ideal for Christmas gifts as a practical homestyle feature.
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W. J. Looney
Rub My Tism Cures Bruises and Cuts, Burns and Sores
A brief health remedy notice promotes Rub My Tism as a cure for bruises cuts burns and sores including tetter and related skin issues. The item highlights its claimed soothing properties and suitability for common minor ailments.
Tonic Grove Tasteless Tonic Promises Vitality Boost
A tonic claims to restore energy and vitality by purifying and enriching the blood. It asserts improved color in the cheeks and appetite, describing itself as iron and quinine in syrup. The product targets malaria and grip germs and prices at 75 cents.
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Grove
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P. J. Pierce & Sons
R. H. Jay
Dyer & Jones’ Drug Store
Craig
Morehead & Parker
George M. Bailey
Houston Post
Boston
Nut Garland
Jim Reed
Helen Rowland
Helen
England
United States
Chicago
Luther Smith & Son
R. C. Brown the Tailor
Santa Claus
Hudson, Davis & Co
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