Potash Breakthrough Reduces German Monopoly
The United States discovers a new source of potash from cement and iron by products, led by Dr. Frederick Cottrell. Cement plants and steel mills in Alabama and California produce potash as a by product, boosting domestic supply and reducing reliance on Germany. Officials say this shift could support 1 million tons annually and push the U.S. toward economic independence.
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Washington
United States
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Potsdam
Gemmany
United States Bureau of Mines
Department of Agriculture
Sedexical Survey
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Cottrell
California University
Frederick Cottrell
California
Manning
Bureau of Mines
Bureau
Smithsonian Institution
Orange Fields
Californiaa
Maryland
Bethlehem Steel
Thethlehem Works
Alabama
Bureaulines
United State
South
Germany
Lane
America
A Line of Cheer Through Troubles and Fearless Wit
A poem urging resilience in daily troubles. It warns against denial and praises a brave approach that greets difficulties with a stout heart and moves to overcome them. The lines celebrate courage, perseverance, and proactive action.
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Anti
Breakfast Table Musings and War Bond Urges
Fragmented columns mix daily chatter with wartime rallying cries. Readers are urged to back Liberty Loans, support bonds, and boost war effort while discussing local spots, social scenes, and the fatigue of shortages. The tone blends light domestic snippets with strong calls to patriotism and sacrifice.
Patriotism in Wartime Labor Duty and Production Loss
A strong wartime argument condemns a work stoppage at a major munitions plant. It stresses that one worker’s two day absence halted twelve others’ tasks, delaying six operations and risking government pay for idle time. Loyalty to country is linked to consistent production and discipline.
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United States Army
France
America
Orlees Beyond
Support Wilson and the Democratic ticket in November
A call to voters to back President Wilson and the Democratic Party. The piece urges unity behind Wilsons leadership during the war, argues politics should be adjourned, and urges electing Democrats for Congress and state offices to ensure cooperative governance and loyalty to the administration.
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Wilson
America
Woodrow Wilson
Congress
The Thomas Verdict in Keystone Club Case
Acquittals of Ealy Doll Thomas and his associate on murder charges are celebrated as justice by the jury. They faced rioting and attempt to murder charges, while authorities agree they did not kill Parnell. Noted defense by former U S Attorney General William F H Lewis earns high praise from Judge Reed and supporters.
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Keystone Club
Parnell
Bridgeport
United States
Willian F H. Lewis
Boston
Fairfield County
Reed
Burian Presents Austria Hungary Peace Explanations
Baron Burian explains the events leading to peace talks in Austria Hungary. He notes Bulgaria’s retreat shifted burdens to Germany and spurred discussions. He calls President Wilson's proposals fair to the Central Powers and hopes for justice for all with a League of Nations.
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Hungary
Baron Burian
Bulgaria
Germany
Wilson
League of Nations
France Senate Approves Resolution on Allied Action
The French Senate narrowly passes a resolution authorizing active government cooperation with the Allies to pursue full reparations for German aggression. Speakers urge that Germany must be punished to deter such acts and prove harmful to the world.
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Germany
Victory at hand for allied forces echoed in tip
A cryptic tip claims another Allied victory and notes Belgian authorities preparing Helwia refugees for flight order. Military observers say early action benefits large German divisions and preserves vast wartime assets valued in millions.
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Belengergermmenit
Belgium
Crowder’s aides shaped by top lawyers and international work
Washington notes General Crowder fills his staff with distinguished lawyers drawn from private practice. Charles J. Warren leads draft regulations, with a career in international arbitration and U.S. law. Warren’s finance and business ties enrich his administrative role in running the draft system.
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Crowder
General Crowder
Emi Hts
Charles J. Warren
Detroit
Conden Warren
Bering Sea
Robert Lansing
Colonel Warren
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Uae
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Wignidve
Imost Hiwyars
Wigmore
Wits
Bow School
Samd
Volares
Wis
Pho
Wheeler
Influenza Ties Up Collieries In Penn State
Influenza cripples Pennsylvania anthracite districts, with 1.04 to 1.2 million tons monthly loss cited. Mines run with depleted crews as epidemics hit Seneyvikill Northumberland and nearby areas, threatening coal supply for winter heat. Officials warn of alarm in the industry as terminals face disruption from ashore incidents and the need for steady heat.
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United States Coal Administration
Perth Amboy
N. Y
Pennsylvania
Philadelphia
Anthracite Coal Committee
Seneyvikill
Northumberland
Airerne Oceanties
Unsafe Landing Place At Wall Street Dock Raises Alarm
Harbor authorities warn that the Wall Street dock, city’s only landing for boats, is deteriorating from recent heavy use. Trucks sinking through planking as sand unloading for government housing accelerates, with city engineers to begin investigation soon.
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Wall Street
Dougherty Brothers
Boys' Carelessness Nearly Causes Train Wreck
Greenwich, Oct 17. Clifton Palmer twelve? and Thoms Jackson, aged 11? cut logs onto the west bound line near East Port Chester yards causing a near wreck of No. 20 traveling to Port Chester station at 2 45. The logs were split by the impact. one log pushed from the hill. Telegraph and police alerted. case to be heard in Greenwich District Court next week.
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Daniel Kenny
Greenwich and
Chester
Port Chester
James FT. Kilroy
Harsugh Rourt
Just a Cold and Pneumonia Warning from Medical Editor
A medical editor warns that a simple cold can mask influenza and double pneumonia, urging prompt medical attention and isolation to prevent spread. The piece notes many take colds lightly during a deadly pneumonia epidemic and cites several brief items from AS THE WORLD WAGS about Philadelphia teachers and local officials.
Democratic Gossips Predict Harmony Boost in City Politics
Prominent Democrats in the city claim party circles are at peace and expect a stronger showing in next month’s election. They foresee Fairfield county’s Republican majority shrinking as ballots are counted. New York party managers distribute a ten point appeal for Al Smith, citing Governor Whitman’s busy schedule and Roosevelt’s influence as central to GOP concerns.
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Fairfield County
New York
Democratic Party
al Smith
Whitman
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