German Assembly Votes to Sign Peace Treaty
The German National Assembly voted 237 to 138 to sign the peace terms with the Allied powers, while supporting a government change under Herr Bauer and not admitting war responsibility. Berlin cites unyielding acceptance of the treaty terms despite protests.
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Germany
William
Herr Tauer
Verbee
Ft. Nihlie
German Republic
von Haniel
Berlin
National Assembly
Herr Bauer
Paris
Haniel von Iarmhausen
Versailles
Honor Roll Texas Heroes
Texas boys listed for actions in Europe include many killed in action wounded or missing. Names span cities such as Anna Willis San Antonio Fort Worth Dallas Harlingen and Comanche with ranks from Pvt to Lt and roles in the war effort.
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Camea of Texas
Europe
Henry G. Springfield
Anna
Nash Lilly
Gar
Drue D. H. Singleton
Willis
Herbert W. Whisenant
Kyle
Denman Harris
Albert L. Warden
Tom Bean
William L. Martin
San Antonio
Marvin A. Gray
Fort Worth
Robert Haux
Hubbard
William Carrett
Beaumont
Prater E. Clemmer
Caddo Mills
John S. Roberts
Crockett
Chester O. Hodge
Dallas
George Lucas
Harlingen
James D. Dyer
Lipan. Corp
Ventura Resendez
Saspamco
Omer L. Olecock
Arlington
Adolphus Davis
Houston
William W. McClendon
Quin
German Battle Ships Sunk by Their Crews at Scapa Flow
German crews aboard interned ships at Scapa Flow sank most of the fleet on Saturday. Battleships and battle cruisers went down or beached, eighteen destroyers were beached, four afloat, as the German flag remained displayed during the sinking. Boats fleeing shore faced gunfire and some casualties occurred. News reached London via a farmer observer.
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London
Scapa Flow
Badén
Villa forces deny prior knowledge of border raid
General Angeles reports to Brigadier General Erwin that Villa’s camp near Samalayuca learned of the border action only when shrapnel forced his reply. The courier says Villa directed fighting from outside town, with 2,400 men total but 1,600 in the assault, and details El Paso proximity and avoidance of sniper fire.
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el Peno
Tex
James B. Erwin
Felipe Angeles
Mexico
General Angeles
Samalayuca
General Erwin
Villa
Hila
el Paso
Martin Lopez
Rebels Fall in Juarez Defense Commanded by Gonzales
General Francisco Gonzales with 932 troops repelled Villa forces in Juarez killing 151 Villa rebels including generals Manuel Castro and Alberto Jimnez. Government tally lists six officers and 33 soldiers dead with civilians casualties and several missing. One battalion remained unreported at headquarters.
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Juarez
Mexico
Francisco Gonzales
Villa
Gonzales
Manuel Castro
Alberto Jimnez
Mexican Sovereignty Protest Over U S Troop Crossing
Washington brief reports President Carranza's confidential ambassador General Candido Aguillar declared that Mexican sovereignty was violated by U S soldiers crossing into Mexican territory. He urged satisfactory action to resolve the Juarez incident between the nations.
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Washington
Candido Aguilar
Carranza
United States
Mexico
Juarez
Repeal Daylight Saving Law Moves Forward
Washington moves to end daylight saving as a war measure. Congress adopts measures by overwhelming votes to terminate the law when summertime ends next Oct. 26.
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Washington
Congress
Senate
House
Martin Buys Million Yards Linen Deal In Allied Trade
L J Martin bought from the aircrate disposal department 40 000 000 yards of linen for 4 000 000 pounds sterling. The fabric, used for airplane wings and textiles, covers three years normal supply. Martin plans to sell to Britain at lower Belfast prices and ship surplus to allied and neutral countries as gold.
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London
L. J. Martin
Aircrate Disposal Department
Martin
Belfast
Texas items in federal sundry civil bill
The House reviews Texas allocations in the sundry civil bill. Public buildings receive funds for Comanche, Glimer, Honey Grove, Mount Pleasant, Orange, Pittsburg, and Rio Grande project operations. Additional items include a Federal Judge salary for Wilson in Fort Worth and a San Marcos fish hatchery grant.
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Texas
Washington
House
Comanche
Glimer
Honey Grove
Mount Pleasant
Orange
Pittsburg
Rio Grande
San Marcos Fish Hatchery
Wilson to Tour Nation for Covenant Ratification
President Wilson, facing a divided Senate, will take the league of nations covenant fight directly to the people on a countrywide speaking tour. He plans to begin the trip after returning from Paris.
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Washington
Wilson
Senate
Paris
Tornado Kills Hundreds in Fergus Falls Minn
A deadly tornado struck Fergus Falls Minnesota Sunday killing about 200 people and flattening three blocks in the bustling Hess district. Local emergency crews recovered bodies as residents assessed devastation across the city.
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Fargo
N.D
Fergus Falls
Minn
Bual- Hess
Six Thousand Troops Arrive in Newport News from Brest
Battleships Connecticut and New Hampshire and the transport Main reached Newport News Virginia on Sunday carrying about 6,000 troops aboard. The arrival follows their voyage from Brest and adds significant forces to the area.
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Newport News
Connecticut
New Hampshire
Main
Brest
Happiness and Interest in Personal Fulfillment
A short reflective note contrasts happiness with personal interests, arguing that greater variety in interests yields higher happiness, attributed to Lian Whiting.
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Lian Whiting
The Reason Why Vader Balm Relieves Various Ailments
An advertisement claims Vader Balm halts inflammation to quickly ease mumps headaches burns and other pain. It also supposedly relieves otorrhea and can be used internally though harmless, with free samples and agent prices offered by H. W. Vacher, Inc. in New Orleans.
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H. W. Vacher, Inc
New Orleans
Adv
First Land Sale On Record Described
The first land sale on record is Abraham buying the field of Machpelah for 400 shekels of silver to bury Sarah. This event marks an ancient transfer of property from Abraham to himself for burial purposes.
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Machpelah
Abraham
No Worma in 4 Healthy Child
Children troubled with worma show unhealthy color and stomatic disturbance. Grove’s tasteless chill tonic daily for two or three weeks will enrich the blood improve digestion and strengthen the whole system. Nature will dispel the worm and the child will be in perfect health. Pleasant to take. One dollar per bottle.
Banksmore Stenography Speed Quip Sparks Laughs
A humorous exchange mentions speed in stenography with Banksmore joking he can chew two jackages of gum a day while inking fast work. The gag highlights a playful take on efficiency and tongue in cheek office banter.
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Banksmore
Phrase About Divorce Echoes Uncle Timothy's Wit
A humorous local adage recalls Uncle Timothy stating that many people divorce to marry again. The quip reflects on social patterns and the circle of marriage in a small community.
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Timothy
Dr. Peery's Dead Shot Promises Quick Worm Expulsion
The ad proclaims Dr Peery's Dead Shot as powerful and wise with a single dose to expel Worme or peworm. It mentions Adv Mutual Position and notes returning men were to transports while shore inhabitants shared the same fate.
Cuticura Products for Pimples and Blackheads
Advertisement touts Cuticura Ointment to remove pimples and blackheads with five minute use. Recommends Cuticura Soap and hot water wash for quick clearance and daily use to keep skin clear. Also notes Cuticura Talcum as part of daily toilet routine.
The Fugitive Verse Briefly Read by the Poet
A poet proclaims possessing fugitive verse while a weary editor hesitates to admit it. The exchange hints at elusive writing and editorial caution within a backstage literary moment.
Man After This Desert and Escape a Whipping
A literary line evokes endurance and punishment, imagining a voyage through harsh stretches where individuals seek release from harsh consequences. The quotation frames discipline as a desert ordeal and questions who can endure and avoid penalty.
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Big Four
Heligoland
Shentung
Texas Heroes
Lan
George D. Manuel
Robert Lee
Tyt
Ris Harrell
Dangerfield
Alvin E. Page
Alma
Ryan K. Ray
Swan
Thomas P. Grant
Jos. B. Jenkins
Waco
Hugh D. McCrummen
Austin
Ralph
Holman
Kenmip. Corp
Clyde
Jenkins
Cook
Elias F. Bryan
Golathwaite
Pyt
Clinton G. Allen
Gommedenda Macfatt
Saspamro
Albert Kerr
J. M. Massie
Electra
Erwin
Angeles
Wrigleys
Se Ware
Wrigley’s
Ces and In- Peden Iron & Steel CO
Unniemant San Antonio
F. W. Heitmann Co
McCane's
Houston, Texas
Export Ar
OEE
Kodak
Houston Film Corporation
Kodak Dept
Main St
Cameron Auto Top Company
Main Ave
Murloc
Manny
Cooper Bote
Murloc Eye’ Remedy Co
Chicago
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