Salonica Offensive Debate and Balkans Drive
The article weighs a potential Saloni ca offensive and a Balkans strike toward Austria. It notes Allied strategies, the clash between single front and offensive factions, Lloyd George's role, and the possible impact of a campaign along the Adriatic and into Serbia, with timing uncertain and political stakes high.
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Salonica
France
Lloyd-George
London
Foch
Asia
Africa
Austria
Balkans
Adriatic Sea
Serbia
Berlin
Constantinople
Food shortages sweeping Italy amid war and control
Report from Washington notes Italy facing severe food crisis as government imposed rationing, fixed prices, and strict controls. Gouvernment actions include meat bans, sugar shortages, and limited eating-house hours, with coal and grain imports strained and public morale tested by propaganda and wartime disruption.
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Crespi
Whent
Igre
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Italy
Spain
South America
Naples
Rome
Genoa
Omer
Mens
Tialy
A LINE O CHEER BROTHERLY CALL ON THE SEA
A verse urges mariners to answer distress calls with swift aid to fellow sailors. It personifies the sea as a call for courage and duty, comparing a brother in need to a distant SOS. The poem emphasizes taking part in rescue and helping others in woe.
The Breakfast Table on War and Society
A curio of public sentiment touching war duty, profiteers, fashion and patriotism. The column jokes about conscientious objectors, drafts, and the press scene while railing against profiteers and urging support for war efforts. It mixes political quips with rural imagery and a plea for practical common sense.
City urged to curb rent profiteering during war puts pressure on officials
In a wartime stance, town leaders are urged to act against rent profiteering seen as aiding the enemy. The piece argues Bridgeport’s housing market and munition hub status demand government oversight, warning that federal regulation could follow if local action stalls. It recalls past attempts to curb extortionate rents and taxes, urging decisive city and federal steps to protect war production and public opinion.
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Bridgeport
Germany
The Dehydrating Plant For Home Gardeners
An upcoming dehydrating plant aims to conserve home gardening. It will help preserve corn beans apples and other foods by drying. The plan suggests growing corn for dehydration to be ground into corn meal and notes sugar beet seeds may be freed to produce beet syrup as a sugar substitute.
The French National Holiday
The article recalls the Bastille anniversary as a French national holiday. It urges Americans to display both the French flag and Stars and Stripes to show sympathy with France and freedom.
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France
Paris
Amt
Senate Delays Action on Wilson Telegraph Authority
In Washington the Senate delays a long recess while President Wilson seeks power to take over telegraph telephone and cable lines. The House granted the request but the Senate aimed for adjournment, driven by impending elections and political maneuvering.
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Senate
Witsteington
Wilson
The Kansas Primaries and the Capper Campaign
A garbled Kansan primaries item centers on Governor Capper and his campaign tactics. The piece depicts Capper as a vivid campaigner and notes Republican rivals aim to counter his influence. it mentions voters and strong legal action as a theme amid unclear lines.
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Katsas
Vethia Capper
United States
Capper
Oller
Galda Teyinas
Pert Ratsas
Cenerub
Sereier Phenany
Industrial Survey Is Now Completed
An official report outlines the second regional industrial commission divisions with headquarters in Bridgeport New Haven Hartford and New London Springfield Pittsfield and other cities. It details regional sub divisions and key chairs from various chambers and manufacturer associations, noting a wartime defense tied shift and ongoing industrial planning efforts.
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Tlambaten
Iyi
Regrinigal Industrial Aquninipehon
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Etary Arco
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Lean to Trolley Cars Probable
A garbled report suggests trolley car expansion or purchase actions with officials in Washington and connections to a Connecticut company. Telegrams from T3. Lieres and others discuss surveys, city sections, and securing funds or permissions for track work and car purchases.
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Chamber of Cars
Otto
Tie
Washington, D.C
Olegram Sene
Curiiest Po Vinta
Lieres
Durrett
My Neighbor By The Mowions Blan Across The Street
A noisy street scene recounts daily traffic and neighborly contact. A resident observes dogs, a doll, and passersby while a child and adults move about in a tense, watchful mood along the block.
Five Injured in Trolley Smash
Five people were injured in a trolley crash. Thomas Currivan, 54, of 4067 Spring Street, Devon, was most seriously hurt with severe facial lacerations. Charles Dhein of Barnum Avenue suffered a cut and leg veins were strained. Abshavin, 7, was a caretaker at Beardstey Park. Lamod Mian, Willian Buba, Pred Maier, and O Grady also sustained various injuries. Cars were sent to a hospital for repairs and others were taken for treatment or transfer.
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Thomas Currivan
Spring Street
Devon
Charles Dhein
Barnum Avenue
Abshavin
Beardstey Park
Lamod Mian
Willian Buba
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Pred Maier
Tambertow Street
New Thaven
Tomies O'Grady
Sidney Strent Stafford
Marandav
Commetor Tielott
Hapas
Consore
Woman Held by Belica in Shoplifting Case
A woman at 184 Haile Street was arrested on shoplifting charges after Detective Trolprook examined a bag’s contents at headquarters. Police say the bag contained cosmetics, ribbons, jars, hats and accessories, leading to a court appearance.
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Belica
Rachime' Dubia
Haile Street
Ernasn Fo
Trolprook
Winson
Jace
Political gossip on Democratic and Republican bids in Massachusetts
Fragmented report outlines John by Witzgerald as a Democratic candidate for national nomination, Rielrud Sh. Leng eyeing Massachusetts governor and U.S. Senate, with Samuel McCall opposing party lines. Notes on GOP aspirants for state senate, Wall Street influence, and a New York trip cost tied to municipal campaigns.
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Bost
United Star Awniting
Rielrud Sh. Leng
Massachusetts
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