Caleb Rogers and the Red Cross Heirloom
Caleb Rogers presses his case for a larger Red Cross donation in wartime, arguing that the charity saves soldiers like his own son Jim and Dan Griggs's boy. He recounts Red Cross aid from send off to recovery, urging solidarity and giving a hundred dollars. Griggs agrees, saying he can spare a hundred for the boy’s sake.
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Caleb Rogers
Rogers
Daniel Griggs
Caleb
Mr. Rogers
Dan
Red Cross
Griggs
Dan Griggs
Big Pond
Jim
The
France
Kaiser
Sam
Jim Griggs
Mr. Griggs
Red Cross Fund Officials Detail 100 Million Drive
John D. Ryan, vice chairman of the War Council, outlines disbursements of the first 100 million Red Cross fund and notes a week for the drive from May 20 to 27. He lists national allocations, refunds to chapters, and current working capital with reassurance that expenses stay within membership funds.
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John D. Ryan
War Council
American Red Cross
Mr. Ryan
France
Belgium
Italy
Russia
Romania
Servia
Great Britain
Red Cross
United States
Red Cross Canteens Describe Aide Rooms In France
An American Red Cross worker details the rough beginnings and evolving plans of canteens in France. She describes bright decor, multi-national staff, a 120-seat room, future expansion to serve 1000, and efforts to maintain cleanliness and comfort for soldiers amid scarce supplies.
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Red Cross
Miss Kirkpatrick
Miss Beckett
Too Young to Keep Gas Masks On
A column highlights American Red Cross efforts aiding French children and hospitals in France. It notes Red Cross orders, transportation of automobiles, toys, and bedding to hospitals, and the use of aid to sustain morale behind the lines amid war. It argues such relief acts are part of military policy in France and Italy.
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Beaux Art
France
Red Cross
American Red Cross
Toul
Nancy
Germany
Evian
Italy
Liver digestion aid hailed in Meadowsville tale
Mrs. Cynthia Higginbotham, 65, reports poor liver action and digestion but credits Black Draught for relief after a few doses. The 70 year old remedy is promoted as a standard household laxative. warning that stomach liver and bowels must stay in good order. Price is 25 cents per package.
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Thedford
Prepared to Defend Coast With Submarine Mines
The 1898 Spain war era saw plans for coast defense with submarine mines. President McKinley noted preparations including mining at major Atlantic harbors from Maine to California totaling 1535 devices, with casemate and cable galleries built. Some mines were prepared for other harbors but not laid due to rapid Spanish defeat.
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United States
Spain
Atlantic
McKinley
Maine
California
Roosevelt Shot Rival In Historic Feat Cited In Speech
In a colorful remark a speaker recalls President Theodore Roosevelt delivering a famous shot, claiming it surpassed any prior demonstration. The line underscores Roosevelt as a benchmark of marksmanship in a spirited argument reference.
Prolonging the Agony: Electro Magnet Piano Idea
Two French inventors create a piano where electromagnets set the strings. The notes linger longer than on a standard piano. A debate arises about laws against prolonging agony to mortal souls.
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Bacon
Egbert
Do you care much for imported cheeses
A Birmingham Age-Herald item quotes a conversation about attitudes toward imported cheeses. A wealthy young woman’s marriage to a cheese importer sparked a shift in taste, illustrating social snobbery and changing preferences.
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Birmingham Age-Herald
Sympathetic Chorus Between Mrs Bacon and Mr Bacon
Dialogue reflects concern over Emily's singing style and emotional impact. Mrs Bacon praises her feeling while Mr Bacon hopes the mood does not verge on excessive sentiment.
Railroad Time Table M E and T Southbound and Northbound
Rail schedule lists southbound trains including No. 9 Limited at 6:05 a.m and No. 5 Flyer at 5:27 p.m with flag stops toward Dallas and points south. Northbound and eastbound services show times such as 9:56 p.m Cotton Belt and 10:55 a.m No. 204 with listed routes and flags.
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Dallas
War Talk at the Table Sparks Family Exchange
A family meal turns to humor about wartime chatter as a child jokes about “war talk.” The exchange highlights casual attitudes toward national conflict in a domestic setting.
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Mamma
Tommie
Enthusiast Stands The Band Plays Yankee Doodle
The observer notes a man described as an enthusiast who stands for the band during Yankee Doodle. The scene captures local theater or parade mood with public fandom and spirited reaction.
Local Color Shifts Spark Short Exchange
A brief diary style remark notes a shy young friend appearing blue and then turning red after a second meeting. The quip suggests a playful mood with color coded emotions.
Athletic Girl In Training Sparks Romantic Teasing
In a playful exchange, a flirtatious athlete confesses evolving feelings while a bashful lover recalls past football memories, hinting at a budding romance amid lighthearted banter.
Well Rehearsed Bavarians Surrender Drill Noted
An English soldier reports Bavarian troops captured in a trench quickly raised hands cried Mercy Kamerad and formed into single files for passage into cages. A British soldier remarked on their practiced surrender drill and organization.
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Tommy
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Joseph C. Lincoln
Gilantes
WAR Fund Committee
General Pershing
Model of
Meadowsville, Ky
Cynthia
Higginbotham
T. Roosevelt
Zetec
Sable Railway
Denison, Sherman, Dallas, Hillsboro, Waco, Ennis and
Corsicana
Mrs. Bacon
Emily
Mr. Bacon
North Bound
Cotton Belt
West Bound
Pio As Vis
Elizabeth
Little Joey
Lizz
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