War News Reports Across Fronts From Europe To Asia
The Geneva Tribune cites German actions east of Warsaw where fighting persists northwest and Russian retreat near Lublin. western front details include German gains and terrifically fought battles, with air raids on Turkish camps and a Russian ukase mobilization. Also noted are naval movements, port actions, and global war implications from Washington to Athens.
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Geneva Tribune
Innsbruck
Austria
Warsaw
Germans Take Warsaw as Russian Hold Breaks
German forces enter Warsaw after breaching Blonie lines and outer fortresses. Russian rear guards retreat as Bavarian troops seize the city front, while Russians fight stubbornly to slow the pursuers. Officials report heavy losses but ongoing contention around new positions and Vistula crossings.
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Tendon
Amsterdam
Warsaw
Germany
William
Leopold
Bavaria
Blonie Road
Poland
Russian Empire
Blonie
Bug
Chelm
von Scholz
von Galwitz
Narew
Petrograd
Americans Trapped During Mexican Battle Near Nogales
Several American tourists were caught on the Mexican side as Carranzistas fought Villagrans near Nogales. Carranzistas reportedly four miles from Nogales, Sonora, with heavy casualties and reinforcements expected. Eight captured Carranzistas were executed. The attackers fired from rifles, and a renewal of fighting was anticipated by General Calles.
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Nogales
Ariz
Villigras
Austria Ready Reply Delayed on War Exports Embargo
Washington reports the United States prepared to answer Austro Hungary over a proposed embargo on war exports to the Allies. The note argues traffic has grown to violations of American policy. Officials indicate a formal reply will follow after further consideration.
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Washington
Austro-Hungary
Three Children Die in Fire at Delavan Wisconsin
Delavan Wisconsin August 6 three children perished in a blaze that destroyed eight cottages and damaged hotels. Firemen fought the flames but could not save the victims. An initial investigation points to a nighttime fire with no immediate cause determined.
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Delavan
Wis
Vast feed lot at Lathrop swells with army horses and mules
Clinton county reports a growing depot at Lathrop where 27 000 to 30 000 horses and mules wait due to transport delays from Europe. Veterinarians and health inspectors note deaths average about half of one percent weekly, countering epidemic fears. England ships about 10 000 worth of horses daily, with prices around 175 for horses and 200 for mules. If arrivals continue, a second story may be needed to house them.
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Lathrop
Atlantic
Clinton
England
Europe
Excelsior Springs Plans Cross County Road Bond Plan
Excelsior Springs aims to speed highway building by issuing a 500000 bond within its road district. It seeks to enlarge the district by extending two miles into Ray county to create a new radiating system of hard roads. A petition for the election is ready for county court.
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Excelsior Springs
Clay County
Excelsior
Ray County
Want Booze Out of Rich Hill
Rich Hill city council schedules a local option election for September 2 after a petition gains heavy business support. The drive circulated more than two hundred names, far surpassing the two thirds required by law.
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Rich Hill
Macon approves 30000 bond for water filtration plant
Macon voters backed a proposal to issue thirty thousand dollars in bonds to fund a filtration plant and to expand water mains for citywide coverage, passing by a large majority.
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Macon
Rich Hill Revival Ends with 760 Conversions
The July tabernacle revival in Rich Hill closed with 190 conversions on the final day, totaling 760 converts for the meeting under the auspices of Rich Hill churches.
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Rich Hill
Baby Girl Drowns In Well Near Collins
Two year old daughter of W K Warren of five miles west of Collins fell into a well and drowned recently.
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Weil
W. K. Warren
Collins
Powder House Burns At Atlas Powder Company
The powder house eight miles southwest of Carthage was destroyed by a fire of unknown origin. A large quantity of dynamite ignited, causing extensive damage to the Atlas Powder Company facility and halting operations pending investigation by local authorities.
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Atlas Powder Company
Carthage
Oldest Callaway Woman Dies in Fulton County
Elizabeth Hyton, 92, a Kentucky native who lived most of her life in Calloway County, died in Fulton. The Ward jury disagrees. Charles Hess, 33, died after falling from a fourth story window at a St. Joseph hospital from injuries caused by the fall.
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Callaway
Elizabeth Hyton
Kentucky
Calloway
County
Fulton
Charlies Hess
St. Joseph of Imfurien
Eee Winder
Whirlwind Promising Youth Fails as Traveling Salesman
A Cleveland Plain Dealer anecdote centers on a once promising youth who dazzled on his first trip but returned with only excuses on the second. The joke plays on calling him a whirlwind, noting all wind and no success.
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Cleveland Plain Dealer
Mother and child plan a motorboat trip
Dialogue reveals a light exchange about attire for a motorboat ride. The mother asks for guidance on clothing and companionship, and the child jokes that Mr Scatterbrain will join, suggesting a bathing suit and life preserver for safety.
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Mr. Scatterbrain
Not Under the Circumstances on Jones Death
Quote from interview notes a speaker acknowledges Jones had medical attention before death. The exchange references surprise and prior knowledge of illness. No additional facts or context provided.
Daisy or Black-eyed Susan Clash Allegedly
A riddle of identity surfaces as a speaker declares the girl is not a daisy but a black-eyed Susan, asserting intimate knowledge of who she is. The exchange frames a playful contrast between a common flower nickname and a specific person.
Wedding Tension Sparks Laughter and Tears Among Guests
Guests react with laughter and tears as a wedding unfolds. men laugh while women cry, suggesting differing responses to the moment and potential feelings about who are the victims in the scene.
Man Down and Out Reflects on Fate and Fortunes
A concise adage notes that when someone is down and out, they are nearly finished, highlighting the precarious swing of fortune and the social view of resilience.
Morning haggling in Tibet over jade cups and trinkets
A traveler recalls Tibetan street bargaining where peddlers advertise with cheer and barter with travelers using signs and smiles. The scene showcases jade cups, copper pots, turquoise carvings, and small gold Buddha pieces, all sold at reasonable prices through patient negotiation.
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Tibet
Jitney Line Planned for Manila
A fragment notes plans to establish a jitney line in Manila with an aside on whether the Philippine jitney service is the same concept. The passage reflects early transportation discussants and local transport ideas without specifying dates or operators.
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Manila
Philippines
There’s Nothing In A Name Attached To The Bottom Of A Check
A brief adage notes that a name on a check means little without sufficient funds in the account. The saying emphasizes the importance of a bank balance backing a signature.
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