Huerta's Shadow Narrows in Chicago Will Case
Gaston B. Means testifies in a Chicago will case that Huerta fled to the United States after losing the presidency to align with Germany and provoke war between Mexico and the U.S. The assertion, while previously suspected, cast new light on the former dictator and those who denounced the Wilson administration for not recognizing his supposed government.
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Huerta
Mexico
Gaston B. Means
Chicago
Means
United States
James G. Gardner
Sam
Army
Navy
Jackie
Bluejacket
Trade secrets seized in German takeover case
The Alien Property Bureau reports government possession of a secret process for high speed steel used in German airplanes and motors. The aim was to supply munitions for the German army, with prior cases where American industries profited similarly. Also cited are revealed German dye formulas and cloth production specialties now licensed to U.S. manufacturers.
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Alien Property Bureau
Teuton
War Savings Stamps Near Two Billion Target
The War Savings Stamps drive approaches a two billion dollar goal with 1.6 billion sold and 400 million to go. Citizens’ small payments fund a steady treasury income aiding current expenses and wartime supply needs in France, and the effort has surpassed three quarters of the requested total.
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Treasury
United States
France
United States hailed as heavyweight ally in war effort
Appreciation from foreign presses notes the United States rapid mobilization and unwavering support for the Entente after entering the war. It praises US resourcefulness and determination, predicting the nation will be a decisive heavyweight in the conflict and urging open recognition from skeptics at home.
Present War Efforts: Current Conduct and Impact
The remark notes that the present wartime conduct is doing much, if anything, for the prosecution of the war. It questions effectiveness and suggests ongoing assessment of strategies and outcomes within the wartime effort.
U-boat Frightfulness Strikes Cape Cod Waters
The German U boat raid off Cape Cod sinks three barges and a tugboat, injuring one. It provokes sharp American outrage and resolves to fight Berlin with renewed resolve, praising American patriotism and warning the foe to beware.
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Cape Cod
Pacific
Berlin
Massachusetts
America
The Isles of Shoals as Navy Fortification
An editorial argues Block Island should be fortified but notes it cannot oversee the North Atlantic coast. It highlights the Isles of Shoals, nine miles from Portsmouth navy yard, as a vital, easily fortified asset that could protect Portland’s approaches and deserves government ownership for a proper mission.
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Block Island
Helgoland
North Atlantic
Cape Cod
Isles of Shoals
Portsmouth Navy Yard
Portland
A Strong Committee for Boston Housing Inquiry
Mayor Peters appoints a representative committee to investigate Boston housing conditions. The panel includes specialists in communal betterment and will conduct thorough inquiry into the multifarious housing problem with the aim of one thought the greatest good for the people.
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Peters
Boston
Volunteers' Service Hut Opens August Fifteenth in Boston
The Volunteers of America plan to open a lodge for soldiers and sailors at 39 Howard Street Boston on August 15 with General Ballington Booth attending. Colonel Fred A Lindsay announced Captain and Mrs F W Wilson will manage the new lodge, formerly stationed in Worcester. A weeklong bazaar will precede the formal opening.
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Volunteers of America
Howard Street
Ballington Booth
Volunteers
Boston
Fred A. Lindsay
F. Ww. Wilson
Worcester
All Sorts columnist rebuked over humor in serious column
A reader named Carlo critiques Newt for inserting humor into the All Sorts column. The writer defends his craft, calls the rebuke mockery, and vows to restore solemnity, expressing anger at the insinuation of frivolity and warning of consequences.
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Steemed Newt
Newt
Carlo
Observant Citizen Reflects On War News And Oddities
A column mixes war coverage interest with Saint Mary Magdalen Day notes and local trivia. It includes remarks on nicknames for service members, a note on the term god for sailors, elderberries for canning and pie, and a zoo ostrich egg find with possible hatching plans.
A Country Holiday for Ruth and the Five Kids
Ruth Sanborn plans a special country outing for Mrs. Morgan and her five children, taking charge of the day in Aunt Ruth style. A hopeful reunion with a mysterious knight from a past rescue unfolds when Uncle Jack greets the group at journey’s end, crowning a perfect holiday.
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Ruth
Minnie
Hazel
Ruth Sanborn
Edith
Mrs. Morgan
Hubby
Robert
Mary Morgan
Mary
P Cnk
Aunt Ruth
Uncle Jack
Mamma
Jack
Wise man forges ahead with memory of past failures
A proverb notes that the prudent individual learns more from previous failures than from prior successes, shaping a cautious path forward.
Lost on Train and Witty Classified Snips
A Vermont clipping reports a lost bag with two lady hats on a northbound train and asks for return. A Maine ad seeks a competent man for a portable sawmill job, promising good wages and a cure for ennui. Fourteen Pinewood Camp guests hiked Bear Mountain, some by auto, some on foot across the lake amid July ice and light humor.
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Maine
Pinewood Camp
Bear Mountain
Arraignments Set In Auto Trap Case In Concord
In the District Court at Concord tomorrow morning three automobile operators will be arraigned for alleged violations of automobile laws in Lexington on July 13. They transported soldiers from Camp Devens to Boston and were caught in a police trap set by Lexington authorities.
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Concord
Lexington
Camp Devens
Boston
The Immortal Maid of Orleans Trial's Lasting Faith and Courage
Six hearings in the castle room show Joan of Arc defying examiners with firm answers and prophetic pleas. An English observer calls her a brave girl while Charles, secure at an English castle, ignores the looming danger she faces. Joan predicts French fortunes, saying the English will lose all France. seven years later Charles enters Paris and Normandy falls, though by a year’s margin.
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Cauchon
Rouen
France
Orleans
Jargeau
Patay
Charles
Loire
Paris
Normandy
The German in Our Midst and American Loyalty
A wartime column argues Americans must be thoroughly loyal, urging vigilance against traitors whether born German or not. It condemns German heritage as incompatible with American identity and insists leaders and officials prove full Americanism, or be watched or removed.
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Bismarck
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