German aims amid Argentine unrest and wheat markets
The article argues Germany seeks to disrupt Argentina to hurt wheat exports and incite political upheaval. It suggests a potential revolution in Argentina opposing German interests, warns that worker strikes could trigger a broader reaction, and notes the anticipated return of Argentine ambassador Dr. Naon may sway decisions at the top.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
Argentina
Clemente
Naon
United States
Ite
Republic
Wilhelm's Opportunity and the Kaiser's Real Estate Gamble
A satirical critique claims Kaiser Wilhelm uses faith and propaganda to justify war. The author asserts German leaders push a peace terms that would yield vast real estate and billions, hoping the public will endure immense casualties to benefit their masters.
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N. EF. A
Gott
Rusela
Springfield rifles saved by British Enfield modification plan
The article explains how the U S Army faced rifle production limits in 1918 and chose a middle course by modifying the British Enfield to use standard American ammunition. Springfield rifles continued at Rock Island and Springfield Armory while Remington and Winchester produced the modified Enfield. By January 1 1918 production reached 406 912 rifles with total orders and in hand at 2 496 461 rifles and plans for 1 409 400 more, surpassing British output early in the war. The program ensured every man received a rifle and kept troop deployment on schedule.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Springfield
Springfield Armory
Rock Island Arsenal
Winchester
Remington Arms
Remington
England
Toles
France
Outpet
Remington Arms Company
Eddy
Atone
Lion
Winchester Repeating Arms Company
Airfield Armory
K Island Arsenal
Rock Island
Eddystone
Lron
Holdystone
Dion
Britain
Great Britain
German Plot Hinted Behind Argentine Rail Disruptions
Reports from Buenos Aires and Washington discuss alleged German involvement in Argentina's rail and wheat shipment troubles. Observers link labor strife to German influence, aiming to disrupt exports and seize control of wheat markets via South American channels.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ihtoee
Buenos Aires
Washington
Argentina
Empiosere
Department Offale
Beame Brown
Germany
South America
Argentine Republic
Terpert
Story About a Dog and a Moral Investment
A narrator notes Jim Walbridge of Towanda paid 500 dollars to bury his dog amid national derision but questions the motive. The piece juxtaposes a starving street child’s dignity with the dog’s extravagance and ends by suggesting don’t spend freely without clear purpose.
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N. EB. A
Jim Walbridge
Towanda
Jim
Los Angeles
Hiim
Fellows
What Uncle Sam Has Done Since He Entered World War
Special staff dispatch reports on U S rifle production and supply as of January 15. With over 1.3 million rifles on hand and monthly output around 260000, the army meets current needs and anticipates reducing monthly production to redirect labor to other war materiels.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Uncle Sam
Washington, DC
Sam
France
Mother Trent Sympathlaks Visit Reunites Family
Mollie recounts that her mother and Mr. Trent returned to be with Mollie in her crisis. The mother insisted on staying at Mollie’s house to comfort her, overriding Mr. Trent’s wish to stay at a hotel.
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Mother Trent
Mollie
Margie
Mr. Trent
California
Trent
Chad
Margi
Mother
Cha
Pat
Alice
Mothe
Family Tends Frayed Feud as Baby Sparks Rift
A tense scene unfolds in Chadwick’s home as Mollie’s mother clashes with household rules during Mollie’s crisis. Mr. Trent urges restraint while Chadwick’s absence from family life deepens tensions. The departed narrator notes Mollie’s pain and a plan to reunite by morning.
Lighter Vein The Only Way
A fragmented passage features a nurse or physician exchange about stomach issues and a patient seeking relief. The voice references art, wealth, and an acquaintance asking about taste, with scattered lines about city visits and cultural interest.
Spoke Too Loud Loses Temper Over Hospital Visit
A Los Angeles Times excerpt records a rough exchange with Sam and George about Sam’s hospitalization. The men discuss Sam’s intent to beat his wife over a medical matter, with brief, fragmented dialogue and local slang.
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Sam
George
Sal
Lios Angeles Times
The Oldest Habitants Speak Of Winter Skies
ABE MARTIN quips about winter departure and a lantern in hand as talk turns to harsher climes. The piece notes that some people are more comfortable in a theater than at home, reflecting humorous rural sentiment.
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Sony
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Abe Martin
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