Sixteenth Troop Transport Plans Revealed
A fragmentary military dispatch outlines the route and personnel for the Sixteenth Regiment’s upcoming march to the South. It lists officers Major Smathers Colonel Richards and Major Bordwell, detailing company compositions and transport details as the unit departs Grave City for Warren and beyond.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ueeoith
Pennnsylvania
Kirk
Tinetton
Miireyne Inter Agation
Grave City
Bordwell
Warren
Anme
Lew O
Wy Wallace
Frank M. Jolly
President Sustained by the Nation Follows Emancipation Debate
United Press reports in New York on August 4 that American leaders respond to the pope about emancipation and German peace terms. The New York World and Herald quote messages from President Wilson and allied officials, urging acceptance of emancipation proposals and linking them to future peace efforts.
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United Press
New York
Somme
Pravden
Stephiav
Anany
Jali
Wilton
Uutooe Roy
Dakin
Apolaaian
America
Son Ronly
Nile
Army Labor Exchange and Train Movements at Harrisburg
The report details men and equipment dispatched from Harrisburg including 150 soldiers with box cars four coaches and baggage cars and attached units such as the Bradford Sanitary Detachment and Machine Gun Company. It notes pickup at Harriaburg and joining Section W then lists individuals and households traveling by car for a brief visit.
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Grove City
Kitionning, Co
Kinki
Bradford Sanitary Detachment
Harriaburg
Iirle
Company Q
Company A Drills Today At The Fair
An early event at the fair features Company A performing an afternoon exhibition drill on the rice track in front of the grand stand. Attendance is expected to be high before the unit departs tomorrow, marking a final display for many spectators.
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Tha & Finn
Talie
Big Corry
Berlin Yields Points Denied United States
A garbled report describes a diplomatic row with Argentina and Germany over wartime reparations and naval force statements. It claims Berlin denies U S accusations while asserting context of international dialogue and compliance with reparations terms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Berlin
United States
Serenade at the Dutton home by visiting band
A band played at the home of John Dutton serenading him and Elmer Dotter. despite bad weather, three elections were held, John Dutton hosted guests but invited them to stay indoors, and Karl King’s composition was performed under the guidance of J T Lovett.
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Com Noice
Livy
Milo
John Ditton
John
Elmer Dotter
Columbus
Althouh
Menibors
John Dutton
J. T. Lovett
Ant
Lin Duttens
Kurt Kings
Karl King
Mr Lovett
Orders Changed as 2:30 P.M. for Regiment Movement
Information from the Sixteenth Regiment of Ol CH Oral indicates orders altered for movements. The Leanys would not be moved Thursday. the regiment may be moved at any hour, with Company A expected to perform a drill at the Palr Grownis the following day.
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Hevdouartars
Phe Lange
Norrow
Wowre Inniger
Iddymon
Threatening Weather for Opening Day
The Corny Wate opened amid trying conditions with threatening weather forecast for the day. Events include exhibitions, motor bicyclists, and planned afternoon attractions. organizers anticipate favorable weather and dry conditions by Thursday or Friday. Participants from surrounding counties are expected, with officials noting no price changes and continuing preparations for the week.
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Hough & Fair
Walter Weathar
Bruner
Brie
Taman
Conmares Bond
Fiean
Morgaridge
Corta
Hriiy
May Bring End of War Reply
President Wilson replies to the Pope indicating peace terms could not be discussed while current rulers in Germany remain in power. He pledges no league formation with the German government and that they would be responsible for payment after the war. The volley of assurances aims to deter dismemberment and advance negotiations.
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United Press
New York
Wilson
Germany
Ody
Wood Soldier's Ordeal On West Front Described
Lea Wood recounts frontline service with vivid details of the Proneh front and air support. He explains dodging shells and learning battlefield practices while sharing lessons from No Man's Land and the daily dangers of wartime travel and combat.
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Lea Wood
Wurekeltie
Nymy Soksony
Maysheen Enyaid
Nba Yanks
Wadtellwa
Corry
Deserters Increase as Russian Fronts Fall Back
United Press report from Petrograd notes hundreds deserting the Russian ranks as Austro German forces sweep through the front. Near Varnitta advancing Germans have penetrated lines amid shattered morale. Front conditions grow more serious as the armistice and patrols show intensified activity. Local notices include visitors to families in Baye Ahureh Street and Miss Hazel Glovur visiting Newbury, Pa.
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United Presn
Petrograd
Tring
Taday
Deyertet
Mumeehin
Varnitta
Mistrinne
Germany
Fem
Garloux Potula
Billebolls Kintay
Spadville
Ielty
Edward Kinley
Baye Ahureh Street
Misa Hazel Glovur
Mina George Carey
Lippin
Newbury
Front of the Empire Sees Step Toward Peace
The piece argues that despite continued fighting the German people cannot secure better terms, claiming a fragile step toward peace is possible under pressure from Allied efforts.
Senate Leaders Praise the Reply Report
Senate leaders praised the reply amid disputes and partisan rhetoric. The article notes unnamed officials citing supporting arguments and questioning the proposal's timing and impact on governance.
Catholics Favor Reply to the Pope in U S Session
The United Press reports in Washington that Catholic leaders press for a firm reply to the Pope. They urge Congress to support a policy to deter foreign intervention and stress that no mercenary power should attack the United States. President Roosevelt’s position remains cautious with strategic options discussed.
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United Press Kanneily
Ameren Federation of Catholic Suetettan
Erna Dent
Pilvders Phish
Stator Gov
United States
Conscription Law Enacted in Canada
The Canada conscription bill has become law. The draft applies to single men aged twenty to thirty four, who will assemble in their districts. The act also bars literature likely to encourage refusal to comply with the law.
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Ottows
Canad
Death of Mrs Besanson in Frenchtown area
Mrs Virginia Besanson died after a sudden collapse on Brook Street. Her husband Mr Besanson, a 69 year old native of Frenchtown, mourns a daughter Mrs Marie Rogers in Los Angeles and a brother in Frenchtown. The community remembers her as a well known resident with many friends.
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Virginia Besinaon
Brook Street
Marie Rogers
Wirsie
Besanson
Frenchtown
Joss
Marlo Rogers
Los Angeles
Call and Brother
Desas
W Ho Hala
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Sootlon
Ars Rajectort
Deiman Herald
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Dutton
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Evening Journal
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Wales Hardware
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Durhin Vewe Co
Supe
Werlaght
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York Brownell
Re & Johnson
G. Wabbit
Sin
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Barin Hardware
Corny Furniture Co
Cqhuisate Anuinery
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Ros
Henderson
Saint Poy
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BW Breonett and Son
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