Berlin Requests Delay in Action Awaiting German Reports
Berlin appeals to President to delay any action until a full report on the torpedoing is received from German sources. Bernstorff asks Lansing for a dispassionate, bi‑sided hearing. Berlin says no disavowal by Germany is intended and notes caution over newspaper statements. The Arabic sinking lacks official details, and Germany expresses sympathy for American losses.
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Berlin
Bernstorff
Lansing
Germany
Europe
Frank Lynching Verdict Finds Unknown Killers Responsible
Marietta Georgia August 24 The coroner inquest into Leo M Frank’s lynching returned a verdict that he died at the hands of parties unknown Officials and citizens failed to identify the individuals who removed Frank from the Milledgeville prison farm and hanged him on the Marietta outskirts
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Marietta
Leo M. Frank
Frank
Milledgeville
Governors Conference Adopts Pledge of Support for Wilson
The Governors of multiple states in Boston on August 24 1915 issued a resolution expressing confidence in President Wilson and readiness to follow his leadership on peace and national welfare. The first day closed with a lavish State House reception hosted by Governor Walsh attracting over 3500 guests including Secretary of the Navy Josephus Daniels and Mrs Daniels.
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Walsh
U. S. Navy
Boston
State House
Bulfinch Front
the Navy
Josephus Daniels
Daniels. Sev
U S Aims 10-Year Pact to Manage Haiti Finances and Customs
The American government proposes a ten year convention to control Haitian customs and finances with a receiver general and American staff. Local police would be native but led by American officers. It also covers debt settlements and pledges no Haitian territory would be ceded to any power but the United States. Hayti’s government is asked to reply by noon Wednesday.
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Port AU Prince
Hayti
United States
Children Gain Flesh Taking Father John's Medicine
An advertisement touts Father John’s Medicine as a pure wholesome tonic that helps children gain flesh and improve health. The copy emphasizes safety and nourishment for young readers.
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John
Dardanelles Nearing Fall in Allied Offensive
London reports from August 24 indicate military experts predict the Dardanelles campaign will end in weeks with Constantinople in sight. Turkish capital turmoil grows as food and munitions supply falter and Allies push on Gallipoli amid heavy casualties.
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London
Dardanelles
Gallipoli
Constantinople
Sofia
Turkey
Roumania
Balkan Countries
Con
Red Sox Edge Tigers in Grilling Series Opener
In Detroit on August 24 the Boston Red Sox defeated the Detroit Tigers 3 to 1 in a hard fought opening game of the series. The Tigers battled hard but could not overcome the visitors until the ninth inning when the final run crossed.
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Detroit
Jungaleers
Boston Red Sox
Tigers
Tiger
Difficulties Replacing Trained Soldiers Rise in The Region
In a report continuing on page two, officials note growing trouble securing trained recruits to replace current forces in the region spanning Constantinople and broader Turkey. The situation hints at evolving military staffing challenges.
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Turkey
Charlemont Marks 150th Anniversary With Town Parade
Charlemont observed its 150th founding anniversary with a long parade recounting town history. Speakers included John T. Clark of New York former Congressman Samuel W. McCall and Congressman Allen T. Treadway.
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Charlemont
John T. Clark
New York
Samuel W. McCall
Allen T. Treadway
Textile Workers' Secretary Albert Hibbert Dies
Albert Hibbert secretary of the United Textile Workers of America died at his New Bedford home today. He headed the union in the region and his passing shocks the labor community in Massachusetts.
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New Bedford
Albert Hibbert
United Textile Workers of America
Fans Pack Navin Park to Spur Tigers in Pennant Chase
Nearly 12 000 fans fill Navin Ball Park as Carrigan seeks three straight wins to move atop the standings. The crowd, joined by the board of trade brass band and a sea of noisemakers, tries to rattle the Hub pennant contenders but fails as Ty Cobb leads cheers without effect.
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Carrigan
Navin Ball Park
Board of Trade
Ty Cobb
Yesterday's Baseball Scores Across Leagues
National League results included Boston 10 over Pittsburg 0 and Cincinnati 5 over Brooklyn 0. American League saw Boston 3 over Detroit 1 and Cleveland 6 over New York 0. Other scores feature Chicago 6 over Philadelphia 1 and St. Louis 10 over Philadelphia 7. Regular joins in New England, Federal and Colonial leagues noted with multiple matchups and outcomes.
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Pittsburg
Cincinnati
Brooklyn
St. Louis
New York
Chicago
Philadelphia
Detroit
Cleveland
Washington
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Fitchburg
Manchester
Lewiston
Portland
Lawrence
Lowell
Worcester
Baltimore
Kansas City
Buffalo
Newark
Springfield
New Bedford
Brockton
Pawtucket
Hartford
New Haven
Clothing Fire in Pittsfield Woman in Serious Condition
Mrs. Mabel Davis wife of Wilfred Davis of 8 Forest Place Morningside was burned in a noontime fire at her home. She was alone and is too seriously injured to explain how the blaze started. Evidence suggests she overturned an oil can and kerosene exploded on the kitchen floor. She is 52 years old.
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Aug
Mabel Davis
Wilfred Davis
Forest Place
Morningside
Crockett, Fitzpatrick
McDonald
City Square
Keenan
Mary
Charlestown man sets fire after attacking wife and daughter
Lawrence Keenan a Charlestown teamster residing at 405 Main Street attacked his wife and daughter during a heat wave then set his house ablaze by tossing a lamp onto a bed and attempted suicide by cutting his throat before dawn.
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Lawrence Keenan
Mainstret
Charlestown
Three injured in house fire and assault in police case
Keenan and his wife Delia along with daughter Mary were attacked with a chair leg as a fire alarm sparked escape attempts. Keenan injured in neck with self inflicted wound. all three were hospitalized after authorities rescued them and extinguished the blaze.
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Keenan
Delia
Mary
German Ambassador Seeks Delayed US Stand Over Arabic Sinking
Count von Bernstorff conveyed Berlin's regrets and sympathy for possible American deaths in the Arabic disaster and urged Washington to postpone a firm reply until Germany can respond, a move viewed as signaling German caution in the crisis.
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Count von Bernstorff
Washington
State Department
United States
Germany
von Bernstorff
Moon Phases and War Day Notes With Anniversaries
In Portland the moon phase details are listed with full moon on Aug 24 and quarterly phases through Sep 16, along with sunrise and sunset times. The year’s lunar dates, summer’s end, and a war timeline are noted, including the day count of the war and a one-year milestone of the Ga licia invasion and Lemberg battle, plus two notable birthdays.
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Saturn
Venus
Jupiter
Francis Brot Harte
Edgar Wilson Nye
Bill Nye
Galicia
Lemberg
Austria
Japan
Boston Area Weather Forecast Looks Showers and Cooler
Forecast for Boston and vicinity calls for local showers and cooler conditions Wednesday with fair skies Thursday. In Southern New England, Wednesday showers and Thursday fair cool. Northern New England also expects showers Wednesday and fair Thursday.
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Boston
Washington
New England
Witness testifies on lynching party near oak thicket
Marietta merchant J A Benson described passing the vigilantes parked by an oak thicket and seeing men in dust covered cars from Milledgeville. He expressed a strong suspicion of activity linked to Frank's abduction, but could not identify any individuals.
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J. A. Benson
Marietta
Benson
Vigilance Committee
Milledgeville
Frank
Bill” Frey
Superior Court Room
John T. Dorsey
Frey Gin
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