What America Defends Blockade Rules and German War Zone
The discussion explains international law on blockades and freedom of the seas. It cites the Paris declaration and Woolsey to argue an effective blockade requires real forces, not a mere paper claim, and that Germany’s war zone proclamation breaches neutral rights.
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Germany
United States
Hue
British Isles
Atlantic Ocean
Mediterranean
Paris
Woolney
Newabidity
Whatore
Britain
Croce
Woolsey Baye
High. Com
Rivera
Untitled excerpt on neutrality and sovereignty
A fragment discusses nations not being denied their position and the challenge a belligerent faces when resisting doctrine. It emphasizes the need for a sovereign nation to be free to pursue its own policy without surrendering sovereignty to opposing forces.
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Veewwe
Wevsler
Fation
Public school course promotes American history study
The Bureau of Education announces an offering of an American history teaching course. It urges Cheyenne and Wyoming residents to enroll to deepen understanding of the republic principles of freedom and equality that underpin the nation.
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Free Republic
Cheyenne
Wyoming
Belt of Republicans Vote With Democrats on Labor Bill
Letter to the editor clarifies a misread headline about legislative proceedings. It explains that Republicans who joined Democrats did not oppose the labor bill but voted against an amendment, thereby preserving the bill and correcting the record of yesterday’s vote.
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Tribune
New York World Reports On The New Child Labor Law
The first effect of the new child labor law fixing the age unit at 15 for children graduates of elementary schools should be to reduce the number of boys and girls who leave school to work. Public sentiment supports the stricter provisions, but enforcement remains a challenge. labor inspectors must be vigilant to prevent evasion and ensure permits and oversight function effectively. The piece also notes criticism of President Wilson and commentary from the San Francisco Chronicle on international affairs and potential U.S. involvement.
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State Labor Department of Health
Board of Education
Factorien
Submarine Fleet Ready for War Warned by German Chancellor
The statement by Chancellor von Bethmann-Hollweg says Germany possesses seven hundred submarines prepared for a campaign of frightfulness against Entente shipping. The image depicts a German submarine base near Kiel, illustrating the vast U boat fleet now ready for action against allied vessels.
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von Bethmann-Hollweg
Germany
Maring
Kiel
Geermans
Countess Attacks British Society Nurses In War Machinations
The Countess of Warwick condemns London society women who invaded hospitals during World War I. She cites superficial nursing knowledge, pursuit of headlines, and small talk in wards, arguing real nurses deserve support and respect rather than scandalous amusement. The piece recalls South African War excesses and calls for protection of hospital staff.
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Kansas City Star
Countess of Warwick
Europe
South Africa
Hospital Nitree
Florence Nightingale
London
Uncle Sam Offers Course In History
The bureau of education adds an American history reading course to its offerings after many requests. Commissioner P Pr Clacton says all citizens should read standard histories to understand government and nation building. The course covers exploration, independence, Civil War, reconstruction, and more with a curated list from prominent historians.
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Bureau of Education
Department of the Interior
P. Pr. Clacton
Commissioner of Education
Republic
United States
Leas
Bureau
W. H. Mace
Syracuse University
Wilbur F. Gordy
Hartford, Conn
Franklin L. Riley
Washington and Lee University
William Starr Myers
Dernburg Praises Wilson Peace Plan From Berlin Tageblatt
Berlin analyst Dr Bernhard Dernburg, sent to the U.S. as Germany’s wartime publicity agent, lauds President Wilson’s senate address. He cites Wilson’s neutral, idealistic peace proposal, noting Europe’s bleeding youth and shattered capital as motives for considering the plan seriously.
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Berlin
England
France
Italy
Europe
Wilson
Mie
Altoona Considers City Manager Plan
Initial steps toward a city manager form in Altoona were taken as chamber of commerce directors endorsed a plan by a special committee. A public meeting will discuss the question and adopt a definite program, with a nominations committee to seek suitable candidates for a municipal board of erectors.
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Philadelphia Public Ledger
Altoona
Chamber of Commerce
Thousands of Americans in Germany report rise in numbers
Washington reports that the United States may see between two thousand and six thousand Americans in Germany. No exact tally is official yet, but the expansion of the American nation is noted. For details write to the home education division of the United States Bureau of Education in Washington, D.C.
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United States
Home Education
United Sates
Bureau of Education
Washington, D. C
Hindenburg Leads German War Effort and Submarine Strategy
General von Hindenburg, hailed as hero of the Marthan campaign, is reported to hold near supreme command of German conduct in the war. He allegedly advised resuming ruthless submarine warfare to starve England, with von Tirpitz and the aggressive faction regaining influence under his leadership.
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von Hindenburg
England
Wyoming infantry seeks early separation pay to aid veterans
Letter from Corporal N H Hathaway of Co C Wyoming Infantry urges state leaders to appropriate three to four months of pay on muster out, noting $15 monthly postswar support is insufficient for veterans. He argues for quick action before a broader diplomatic conflict with Germany escalates, declaring the U S hands are clean and war may be sought if pressed.
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Wyoming Infantry
BR. N. Hathaway, Corp. Co. C, Wyo. Inf
U.S. urged to expel German envoy immediately
In a clipped New York World column, the writer argues there is only one response to Germany's submarine proclamation and insists the German ambassador must receive his passports forthwith.
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New York
United States
War note strains American resolve in foreign crisis
From several papers the note on Germany’s actions is described as a grave challenge to civilization and U S resolve. Commentators warn the United States faces a new, practical risk of war as Washington must stand firm on its principles and embassy actions amid growing tensions.
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United States
Cleveland Plain “Dealer
Germany
Newlala
The
New York Sun
Washington
State Department
Telephoto planes join U S air service in war effort
The United States Army will equip planes with telephotography gear similar to European combatants. A photo shows Sergeant J. B. Frower, official wing leader, taking aerial photographs at high altitude aboard a flying machine.
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Uniteds Army
Europe
J. 8. Frower
United States
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