British War Cabinet reshaped amid heavy artillery strikes
United Press dispatches report major changes in the British War Cabinet as German offensives press on a 540 mile front. Henry Wood’s field notes describe massive artillery concentrations. Allied sappers and French forces repel assaults west of Ypres and Verdun. American troops on loan contribute to controlling German artillery and conduct raids along the Lorraine front in an evolving Allied effort.
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Olse Peto
Henry Wood
Wood
Thord
Wytsehaete
Ygtren
Vileheke
Langemarke
Villehoke
Ypres
Hindenburg
Olin
Tillenarie
United Press
Washington
Informa Hon
United Preys
Aebro
Corbeny
Loduy
Verdun
Rhehns
Voltod Presa
Lorrain
Alratdy
So Miy
Feur
Mylit
Agoaty
Aimertout
Welstliie
Hydotlan
Mlorbs
Saul Prosseathan
Wire
Lowe
Elilaen
Chotme Am Eimpitaher
Bse
Clough
Vatfp
Elie
Scenae
Henal Wbtle Venimts
Uae
Sane Hom
OthOr Vureent Wisinei
Uafonttow
Ate
Cutehron
Woolworth Store
Pd. Weayon
Russian Flyers Here In London Arrival Of Decorated Officers
Former officers of the Russian service, who earned decorations on the Armenian and Austrian fronts, arrived today. They were offered their services to Britain and its allies and were enroute to London.
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Uma Fress
Canadien Paybuy Park
Tha Tussini Royal
Wyte
Goris
President Clough Reports On Chicago Convention
President Clough delivered a detailed review of the recent Chicago convention at the Chamber of Commerce gathering. He summarized key speeches, highlighted aims, and stressed unity within the organization while noting forthcoming steps and the need for coordinated effort across districts.
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Chinouery
Vy Chiumbor
Cop Mercy
Walter Chaweh
Horry
Olingh
Plamwclon
Almere
Tlee
Washtine
Clough
Chamber of Commerce of America
Clingya
Hromlwyn Rhelt
Wy Moathey
Wilson
Uhimart
Benaforny
Amerten
Tod Grasswil
Corry News Reports Bond Sale and War Effort Support
Corry reports a 36,250 bond sale and strong home-front participation with thrift stamps, war savings, and a community mobilization push. Secretary Daniels urges labor and business cooperation, while local leaders and merchants gather to coordinate war work and national effort.
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Corry
Daniels
Navy
Wilmom
McAdoo Urges Five Billion Third Loan Result Route
Washington reports Herbert Hoover era adviser McAdoo argues a third loan could total five billion dollars as war costs surge. Officials say funds would cover treasury needs, while some districts deny drastic increases. daily subscription averages rise, signaling broad demand amid fiscal strain.
DeROSAY WITES OF NEW ACTIVITY AT THE FRONT
A wartime letter from Paul G. DeRosay, 8, 8, 11 St, describes German shelling, gas attacks, and troop life on the Western front. He notes receiving permissions, plans for assignments, and home-front morale efforts, mentioning care packages from home and the broader war news including Baker’s Paris visit.
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Stront
Beery Goldlor
Mmeeber
Paul G. DeRosay
Ander
Haun
Secdiary Baker
Paris
Mali
Jone
Canal Sportance
Pertegt
Andy
Thomas Gthitn
Bell
Women of City Begin Loan Drive for War Work
Women in the city mobilize for a loan drive to support the war effort. Judy Huddlers and ward committees organize bonds purchases, with chairs outlining the program and duties. Mrs Perry notes the town will handle related tasks as women volunteers organize drives and mobilize workers.
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Judy Hwudhers
Marty Tieker
Chigen
Nuer
Baverke
Jimena
Jong
Nira
Mit Mager
Lie Muir Dy Wien Ain Perry
Local Recruits Leave for Army Service
Local youths Jaxle J. Saxton Fred Ho Shuss and Ervin J. Blume enlisted and left for induction. They head to Port Myer for examination in the motor division and to report for assignment. Red Cross provided comfort items and clothing to the departing soldiers and their families expressed appreciation.
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Jaxle J. Saxton
Fred HO Shuss
Ervin J. Blume
Terr
Lis Alraven
Mort Slow
Port Myer
Frianda
Youme Sum
Corry Chiypter
Red Cross
Silver Cup Poster Contest Near Liberty Sunday School
A local poster contest offers a Silver Cup prize for Liberty Sunday School entries. About thirteen junior entrants display posters in the Shore Rooms, with ballots counted by Sunday School members and votes tallied by the superintendent.
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Sarauy
Ciera
Adele
Sunilay
Silay
Fieh
Anderie Grates Wineries
Liberty Loan
Heal
Weather outlook shows cool spell with rain chances
Weather forecast indicates tonight and Friday will be cooler with occasional rain likely. Expect showers, lowered temperatures, and a damp day ahead across the region.
Camouflage: A Wartime Poem of Deception and Duty
This verse reflects on camouflage as a timeless art from ancient Egypt to modern war bonds sales. It contrasts genuine effort with slackers who hide true intent, urging vigilance to prevent Prussian hordes from victory and to safeguard soldiers and scarce resources.
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Tve
Youtarday
Romaine
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Jay
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Pres. Clough
Chicago
Toy
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Pinel
Monit
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West Front
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Rory
McAdoo
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MeAdin
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