Washington Mount Vernon Independence Day Address by Wilson
President Wilson, at Mount Vernon on Independence Day, rejects peace terms that preserve autocracy and proclaims a reign of law. He links the war aims to democracy, urges global consent and a peace organization to secure justice and future liberty for all nations.
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Tomb of
Washington
Wilson
America
Mount Vernon
George Washington
Io Smiatl
von Kuehmann
Rissin
Organization of Peace
Ministerial Crisis in Ukraine Reported by Telegraph
A London dispatch notes a ministerial crisis in Ukraine with unclear causes and government stance on remaining ministers. The report frames tensions amid a broader political dispute and cabinet upheaval, citing official sources and ongoing negotiations.
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Ukraine
London
Pewatt
Five U Boats Destroyed in Atlantic Waters
Allied destroyers claim to have sunk five German U boats in Atlantic waters. The action involved American and British vessels and occurred near the European theatre as forces chase remaining submarines. The report notes patrols and convoy protection efforts amid ongoing naval engagement.
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Earopeut
Bichilel Unieports
Opine Vowleue
Chenuwee Desert
Punmchargery
Civilian Admissions Planned for Officers Training Camps
Washington reports a revised plan allowing a limited number of civilians to join five central officers training camps as new classes begin monthly. Enlisted men will still receive priority in finishing appointments.
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Washington —Omlers
Wey
Wand
Americans in Camp in Italy Arrive in Rome Sector
The American forces in Italy establish a camp near Rome within forty eight hours. The frat contingent sleeps in their own tents and uses their own kitchens for meals as they settle in.
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Italy
Rome
Iwell
Three Negro Soldiers Hanged at Camp Dodge
Three African American soldiers were executed by hanging at Camp Dodge after a court martial found them guilty of the slaying of a white woman and her escort on the cantonment grounds on May 24. The hangings occurred on July 5.
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Camp Dodge
Lowne
Nasnalling
The Human Ride Red Cross Review Highlights France War Aid
The New England Bulletin excerpt describes Red Cross duty in wartime France. It emphasizes cooperation with the U S government, support for wounded soldiers, rest stations inland from ports, nursing and medical aid, and large nurse and hospital support. It notes artificial limbs, refugee housing, and aid to families of French soldiers.
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New England
American Red Cross
France
United States
Red Cross
Army Medical Corps
Republic
French Republic
Ted Cross
Paris
Service Garments Echo Women at War Frontlines
Women embrace new uniform styles to join wartime labor and free men for service. Uniforms, practical yet stylish, replace traditional wear for factory, farm, and forest tasks. Warren jean outfits in khalel color, matching caps, and tunic or coat breeches suits signal duty fulfilled in Red Cross and canteen roles.
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Red Cross
Cheerful Colore Umbrella Combines Sun and Rain Protection
A colorful umbrella and parasol duo trending for summer use. The Wabrella merges umbrella and parasol design with sun and rain protection and often features ivory tips and ferrules to match varied hues.
Wyoming Notes on Fairs Trains Coal Mines and Tragedy
Brief news items from Wyoming describe events across the state. Highlights include upcoming fairs in Laramie County and the State Fair Sept 18 20, a new coal mine near Rock Springs, refinery work at Glenrock, and oil wells in Salt Creek and Big Muddy. Miscellaneous notes cover war casualty lists, a fatal shooting near Tensleep, a lightning tragedy near Sheridan, and stock theft rewards in Laramie Peak.
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Union News Service
Wey
Douglas
Trapper's Union
Kemmerer
Wyoming
Agias
Laramie County
Casper
Rock Springs
Sheridan
Lyman
Salt Creek
Geological Survey
Glenrock
Midwest
Douglas Gun Club
Union Pacific
Army
War Department
Thomas Whalen
Superior
Wyo
Kirby Creek
Thermopolis
Felix Alston
State Penitentiary
W. K. Lorimer
Rawlins
Lena C. Byrd
Buckman
Cheyenne
Laramie Peak Stock Association
William Toffner
Tensleip
Frank McDade
Toffner
McDafie
Homer Parker
Big Muddy
Natrona County
White House
Wilson
William Greaser
Laramie
Greaser
Upton
A. G Rameau
Raymond
General Winfield Scott Garrison Army and Navy Union No. 15
Cheyanne
Joseph Covington
Mehming
Burne
Covington
Wall Creek
Boy with Megaphone Heroism on Sinking Vessel
Report of the torpedoing of the Anchor Inner Cameronia recounts Mackinnon, a captain's boy, on the bridge urging troops to stay calm. He disobeyed orders to stay with the captain, was flung overboard, and likely perished later on the Tuscania. a wartime morale tale from the mercantile marine.
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Cameronia
Mediterranean
Mackinnon
Tuscania
Mercantile Marine
Manchester Guardian
Woman argues liberty bonds satire causes scene
A group of women debating Liberty bonds in a neighbor’s house is interrupted by a Little girl who quips that her aunt spends to take a trip to Niagara Falls. The remark provokes indignation and laughter as the room erupts with admonitions and a shy retreat.
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Nisagura
War romance in the stars myth of Berenice’s hair
A fragmented account explains Coma Berenices, the hair of Queen Berenice, sacrificed to Venus for Ptolemy’s safe return from war. The legend says her golden locks became a constellation after vanishing from the temple.
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Berenice
Ptolemy
Venus
The Payeble Thrill Between Speaker and Audience
A quirky dialogue captures a brief, electric exchange as a speaker and audience connect. The ten second moment shows mutual recognition and a shared nervous energy, highlighting the tension and humor of live performance.
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Mr. Spuffles
Onc
Canadian invention speeds solid tire use for bicycles
A Canadian inventor unveils a pace matic device aimed at promoting extensive use of solid rubber or rope tires on bicycles. The gadget promises smoother propulsion and could broaden tire options for cyclists.
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