Notable Naval Confidence Amidluk War Echoes
A U.S. naval authority asserts no imminent great battle between British and German fleets. The piece argues England controls the seas, Germany’s fleet is young and eager to fight, while both sides await opportune strikes and emphasize torpedo craft and minor engagements amid broader strategic stalemate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Admiral von Tirpitz
England
Jellicoe
von Tirpitz
North Sea
Heligoland
Kiel Canal
Kiel Harbor
Feattegat
Sweden
Denmark
Gothland
von Holtzendorf
Germany
Thames
War Affects Poor with Mass Unemployment Ahead
Overseers of the poor report to Mayor Curley that European war raises poor relief costs as unemployed seek assistance. Of 60 lodging applicants Tuesday night 30 were sailors, signaling a grim winter outlook for the jobless amid wartime strain.
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Curley
Riflemen Down German Monoplane Near Brussels
A German monoplane was shot down today by riflemen at Sterrebeek, near Brussels. The pilot, an officer, survived a leg injury from the fall while attempting to fire his weapons. authorities recovered three revolvers bombs and confidential notes.
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Brussels
Paris
Sterrebeek
Sargol Tablet Claim for Rapid Flesh Gain
The article promotes Sargol as a safe flesh-building tablet to help thin people absorb fatty foods and increase weight. It claims one tablet with each meal can raise weight by three to five pounds weekly and notes a money back guarantee.
U.S. Ministers Report Limited War News from Europe
U S government officials say they have no reliable updates on European battle developments five days after fighting began. Diplomats abroad report strict press censorship and focus on aiding stranded Americans, with few despatches beyond official bureaus. Peace advocates including Peabody Holt Short Roberts and Dr. Richard thank Secretary Bryan for Wilson’s proposed mediation.
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Washington
United States
Europe
Whitlock
Belgium
Antwerp
Brussels
Herrick
Far East
Gerard
Germany
Kian-Chau
Baron Chinda
Bryan
Kaifu Shah
George Foster Peabody
Hamilton Holt
William H. Short
George E Roberts
Ernest Richard
Wilson
Russians Reported Handed Over to Germans Near Stallupshnen
A Berlin dispatch to the Marconi Press Bureau states that on August 17 near Stallupshnen, East Prussia, a division of the German First Army Corps defeated a Russian force, taking 1000 prisoners and six machine guns, while many Russian guns were destroyed.
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London
Marconi Press Bureau
Berlin
Stallupshnen
East Prussia
Italians Fired On in Magdeburg Barracks Killing One
Refugees from Magdeburg report German soldiers fired on about 2000 Italians confined in barracks killing one and wounding around 50 as some shouted Viva Italy. Italians taken by cattle trucks to Cologne endured hunger and poor shelter before being moved to Magdeburg stalls.
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London
Rome
The
Star
Magdeburg
Germany
Italy
Genoa
Cologne
Creole Cruise Sails Delayed to Bring Home Americans
The Southern Pacific liner Creole voyage to Europe to repatriate stranded Americans was cancelled tonight. A new departure date will be announced within a day after receipt of overseas cables. The 400 passenger liner, chartered by a tourist agency, is expected to head to Liverpool when it sails.
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New York
Europe
Liverpool
Heroic French Mayor Nominated for Legion of Honor
President Poincare signed the nomination of Joseph Benoit mayor of Badonviller Meurthe et Moselle for the Legion of Honor in recognition of his energy and magnanimity. His wife was killed by German soldiers who burned their home and Benoit later saved a German detained by townspeople. He continued to govern despite grief.
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Paris
Poincare
Joseph Benoit
Badonviller
Meurthe-et-Mosselle
Benoit
How a Man's Liver Defends His Life
The liver quietly protects the body by destroying toxic bodies from intestinal digestion. If the liver lags, headaches, dizziness, constipation, and other symptoms follow. Pinklets laxative pills aid liver function without harsh effects and may correct constipation with regular use. Available from Dr. Williams Medicine Co. at 25 cents per bottle.
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Dr. Williams Medicine Co
Schenectady
N. Y
Americans Organize Relief Effort in London
The American citizens advisory committee decides to hand relief duties to the resident Americans committee and the embassy with Savoy HQ. A sub-committee will manage transfers as treasurer Breed sails home. Funds include 100000 to Switzerland and 200000 to Italy, with 5000 to Spain and uncertain Germany aid.
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London
American Citizens’ Advisory Committee
Savoy
H. W. Hoover
Joseph P. Day
W. N. Duane
William C. Breed
Theodore Hotzler
Citizens’ Committee
Robert W. DeForest
Boy Scouts
Fred S. Kent
Switzerland
Italy
Spain
Germany
Norway
Sweden
Denmark
Joseph Day
Montreal
Boston
New York
Robert DeForest
Munich
Washington
DeForest
Paris
Cubists Enlist in French Army Amid War Outlook
Cubists have joined the French army. They say art is absolutely dead for now, but predict the war will eventually provide a major stimulus to painters.
Women veto war in Canada cutting regiments to half
Ottawa reports Canadian wives are using a government granted veto to keep husbands from joining war efforts. Colonel Morrison protests but acknowledges some cases where fear of desertion makes vetoes proper. He notes government backstop for families and urges patriotism.
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Ottawa
Ont
Canada
Morrison
Discovered Cure For Asthma and Hay Fever
Chemist D. J. Lanse of St. Marys Kansas reports a home remedy for asthma and hay fever. He sent samples to long sufferers who claim cures. He offers a $1 bottle by mail with pay-if-effective terms and a ten day evaluation period.
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Kansas
D. J. Lanse
Lane Bldg
St. Marys
Kas
Lane
Medical Cure Requests and Anecdotal Remedies in 19th Century Notice
A reader asks for weight gain using three-grain hypo-nuclame tablets claiming 10 to 40 pound increases. Another inquiry seeks relief for hot weather itchiness with a hair wash and yellow mingos shampoo. A third letter requests a kidney disease treatment for a husband with fever, pains, swelling, and fatigue.
Advert for Dr Lewis Baker medical advice and remedies
General health ad by Dr Lewis Baker offers home remedies and guidance. Aimed at readers with kidney, constipation, nervous, and weight loss issues. Recommends balmwort and cadomene tablets, arbosome tablets, and other tonics through sealed tubes and pharmacy orders.
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Lewis Baker
College
College-Ellwood Sts
Dayton
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