Fronts Report Renewed German Efforts in Flanders
Reports from the western front describe renewed activity by Crown Prince Rupprecht's army near Ypres Menin on retaking ground lost to the British. Austro Hungarian mines in Trentino failed to gain ground. Italian forces repulsed attacks on the Bainsizza plateau. Russian and German positions on Dvina fronts see actions with territorial shifts and fortifications.
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German Plot to Influence Congress Exposed Bernstorff Ordered Payout
Washington stunned as Secretary Lansing reveals Count von Bernstorff sought up to 50000 to sway Congress and influence U.S. war stance. заявления claim German clandestine funds supported propaganda, implicating lawmakers and officials amid prewar espionage and diplomatic duplicity.
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Americans Lead In Ship Building Amid War Time Strain
Washington reports the shipping board says nearly 1,200 merchant ships totaling about 6 million tons will be completed in just over a year. A fleet of 1,600 ships totaling over 9 million tons is expected, with a further 4 million tons contracted or under negotiation for 1919. The fleet needs a billion dollars in Congress. The United States leads world shipbuilding and could become the top shipping nation within years. Britain faces labor and material shortages, while other nations generally halt building. Since August 1 contracts for 155 steel cargo vessels totaling 1,076,800 tons were awarded to six yards, with 70 vessels of 587,000 tons contracted before August 1. Total steel vessels under construction reach 225 ships and 1,663,800 tons. fleet corporation has requisitioned 403 vessels about 2,000,000 tons.
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Germany agrees to evacuate Belgium under conditions
A German official statement reported by Wireless Press says Germany will evacuate Belgium under conditions including free German economic development in Belgium, especially Antwerp. The note to the papal nuncio cites peace based on Belgium's evacuation and Germany’s contribution to war damages compensation, with assurances that past threats to Germany will be excluded.
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Ferguson's friends quit in Senate over disqualification
Senators Bee Page Hudspeth and Dayton, who voted yesterday against disqualifying James E. Ferguson from public office, condemned his bid to govern again. Page asked his vote be changed to support disqualification and record it in the state journal. The four said Ferguson's morning statement shows he is unfit to hold office.
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Navy Yard Strike Ends Briefly As Workers Reconsider
Washington dispatch reports labor union leaders at the Navy Yard advised returning the more than 3,000 striking mechanics to work after officers urged a halt to the walkout. The move follows negotiations and the aim to resume operations at the yard.
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Freezone corn remover promoted by Cincinnati chemist
An advertisement touts Freezone as a cheap ether compound from a Cincinnati chemist that relieves corn and callus soreness by applying directly to the area. It claims the corn loosens and lifts out with no pain or burning and urges readers to ask their druggist to stock it.
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Decorating a Savage: Piang Receives Govorns Gift
Florence Partello Stuart recounts Piang the Moro boy saving the governor and facing an awkward ceremony. The governor seeks to pin infantry cross guns on Piang while spectators titter. Piang touches the gleaming cross guns and crocodile tooth necklace, saving the scene.
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Cuticura Heals Eczema Ad Highlighting Skin Care
An advertisement promotes Cuticura Soap for bathing and Cuticura Ointment for dry skin and eczema. It urges daily use to prevent rashes and pimples and offers free samples by mail with a booklet, directing inquiries to Cuticura Dept. IL Boston.
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Hazel's hardy sprout wins in enduring wind tale
Hazel faced a garden dilemma choosing between two young sprouts. She sought one that would thrive in any soil and under any conditions, despite limited sunshine. A cold draft tested them. one withered while the other thrived, and Hazel's choice proved correct as the durable sprout prospered.
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Terrible Mistake in Courtroom Exchange
Report of a misheard telephone remark leading to a mistaken accusation in a domestic dispute scene. The dialogue reveals confusion over who spoke and what was said, highlighting a miscommunication between Cecil and a cook about a job-related complaint.
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