American General Pershing Denounces Stalemate Claim
General Pershing rejects German propaganda claiming a Western Front stalemate. He says American resources in men and materials will strengthen the Allies and end the war with victory. He notes American training in France and imminent deployment to the front to support a decisive push.
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France
Pershing
America
Tim Western Font
Germany
Perehine
United States
Mershing
Roeslan Alraation
Vermany
White Sox and Giants Set for World Series Face Off
Chicago and New York prepare for the world series with ticket lines long and weather unsettled. Managers Rowland and McGraw discuss the matchup while Cicotte and Schupp loom as likely starters, with Faber and Perritt as alternatives.
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Chicago
Chicago Americans
New York
White Sox
Clarence Rowland
Giants
McGraw
Rowland
Cicotte
New Yorkers
Schupp
Faber
Perritt
Government may set oil and gas price controls
Washington reports the federal trades commission received cost of production data from large producers and distributors. The FTC may pursue two paths: a voluntary industry price alignment or a government licensing system, aiming to lower prices for government and public.
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Associated Press
Washington, D. C
Federal
The
Trade Commission
Stetm
Fool
Kendrick Land Bill Passes In Senate Change
The Kendrick bill passed the Senate allowing homesteaders with an original entry to obtain an additional noncontiguous entry without building a new home, amending the stock raising act. The measure was reported from Washington on October 5.
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Speechel
Washington, DP
Kendrick
Fire Sweeping Town in Iowa
The town of Metellan fifteen miles east of here is in danger of being wiped out by fire. The mayor telephoned for help and several fire engines were sent. A large grain elevator and several business blocks have been wiped out.
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Iowa
Mctlellan
Here
Senate probes La Follette speech and loyalty report
The Senate adopted without debate a resolution to probe La Follette's St Paul speech and cleared a report stating no loyalty action against Senator Stone is warranted. La Follette planned a three hour rebuttal start at 10 AM, with two hours for critics.
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Associated Press
Philadelphia Mayor Tied to Murder Plot
Mayor Thomas G8. Smith of Philadelphia held on bail in an alleged conspiracy to commit murder amid a bitter ward fight. Thugs from New Jersey killed Policeman Eppley and attempted to kill political leader James A. Carey during the same turmoil.
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Thomas G8. Smith
Philadelphia
Bifthh
Jersey City
Eppley
James A. Carey
Post Office Announces Nov 2 Letter Rate Increase
Washington Oct 5 Postmaster General Burleson issued detailed instructions to postmasters on higher letter mail rates taking effect November 2 under the war tax bill. First class letters will pay 2 cents per ounce or fraction. drop letters 2 cents per ounce. prepaid postcard cards require 2 cents. private mailing cards with messages require 5 cents. Internal Revenue Commissioner Roper cautions taxpayers to file returns promptly and notes penalties for failure, with no government initiative to seek returns.
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Washington
Dpd
Postminster
Burleson
Post Office Department
Fenters
Internal Revenue
Roper
Persoukt
Goal Prices Rise in Due Over Nation
Mitumundus coal miners in the central competitive field win a general wage increase after conference talks between operators and miners' representatives. The compromise signals a nationwide raise as the central field acts as a benchmark for other districts and government fixed prices for coal. The contract includes provisions to curb strikes and lockouts and is designed to prevent grounds for breach by either side.
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Washington
Dpd
Mitumundus
Mneres
Bailey Blamed for Man's Death in Car Crash Verdict
The jury found Glen H. Bailey of Cheyenne caused Clyde Stuiguer's death when Bailey's car overturned at the southeast corner of Wellington, Colorado. The verdict says Bailey was intoxicated and driving recklessly, leading to the fatal accident around 4 p.m. on September 6, 1917.
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Fouuyt Collins
Cole
Oetfien Bailey
Cheyenne
Clyde Stuiguer
Bailey
van Automobile
Glen H. Bailey
Wellington
Colo
Daley Wie
Warden
Pate
Apeal
Fragmentary Text Reflects Congressional Debate Fragments
The readable portions show a Washington scene with a committee discussion involving Heflin of Alabama and references to money, Freer, and Bre D Meds. The fragment hints at investigation and testimony but lacks clear names, dates, or outcomes.
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Washington
House Committee
Heflin
Alabama
Giernui
Bernstorff Plot Tied to France Purchase Rumors
Confidential cables between Germany and the Berlin foreign office indicate plans to influence French politics and assets abroad. The exchanges, dated February, discuss securing influence over French leadership and possible financial arrangements linked to Hugo Schmidt and other figures.
Austrians Losing Ground as British Counter Attacks Continue
October conditions on the Western Front show British lines holding firm amid German artillery and infantry efforts. Reports indicate repeated Austro German assaults near Monte San Gabrielle and Pol derhoek were repelled with heavy losses, while Allied air and naval activity remains vigilant.
British troops seize ridge and dominate foe positions
British forces entrench on the high ground near Ypres after driving Germans from a ridge. Artillery bombards supply lines as British troops repulse counterattacks and establish a strong hold at the crest, with several enemy losses reported and crown prince Rupprecht cautious after limited Allied countermeasures.
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U.S
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LA Follette
Bob
LaFollette
Powerene
Onda
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Tailay
Kaiser Wilhelm
Jaollette
Stone
Britten
Old von Hindenburg
Wilhelm der Grosse
Wheaten
Himeelf
Keisor
Samuel Myers
Labollette
A. &. Histvau
P. Atkinson
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Jo D. Nevers
C. H. Rhodes
John Mies
Gost
Thomas B. Smith
Hell
Haar
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Berlin
Foreign Office
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Oor
Melo Pasha
Bermsterff
Ty van Jagen
Corey Esse
Hugeschmidt
Veniche Bank of New York
Rita
Wil
Bernstertf
Tgatoet
Joseph Tastelll
Resem Vetere
Hentien
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Bey Call
Weiter
Anniv der
Ayeet
Fan Bethden
Haig
Franc
Belgium
Cereman
Tulane
Monte San Gabriele
Cahinre
Malla
Hograd
Ypres
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Eye Weiniet
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Tewtel
Seorden Hook
Undlerhank
Mierbeer
Powlcapelle
Hombard Railway
Broodaeinde
Roderas Menia Rat
Rondry
Pete Alteetang
Rose of
Porktloos
Greet
Rupprecht
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