Congress Declares War on Germany in 1917
Washington April 6 1917 Congress adopts a joint resolution declaring a state of war between the United States and Imperial Germany The Senate votes 82 to 6 and the House 373 to 50 The action follows Germany's repeated hostile acts and U S vows to deploy naval and military forces to defeat the German government and defend the nation
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Villa to Be Neutral In War, El Paso Report
April 6 Villa will declare itself an incorruptible neutral in a war involving United States Britain and Germany. Villa Junta leaders announced via courier from Villa’s camp in Mexico that Mexico will avoid entangling alliances. A formal statement is expected to define the official stance and will be released through a messenger once villa reaches his camp.
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War Devices Makers Spark Seaboard Concern
A small cadre of superinventors, led by Phomus Asillgon, pursues new warfare tech beyond traditional arms. Officials vow exposure of methods while the group tests protective measures against enemy eyes. The public learns little beyond rare demonstrations by a few experts.
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Wilson Urges War Declaration to Unite Free Nations
President Wilson addressed a Joint session urging Congress to declare war on Germany. He tied submarine warfare and German espionage to U S intervention, urged a democratic league, and defended aims to defend self governed peoples and global peace. He distinguished the German autocracy from the German people and called for unity with Entente allies.
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Dying Chief No Shirt Links Death to Ancient Beliefs
Pendleton Oregon report on Chief No Shirt of the Walla Walla tribe dying after refusing white medical treatment. The piece describes animism, the use of the weyekin in shaping fate, and claims that medicine men like She-low-he-tammy influenced outcomes. It notes his stance against allotment and his stance as last leader of the old-time chiefs.
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Duluth
Uneasiness and myth as old belles lettres
The piece notes uneasiness and mythological references as not obscure, causing the reader’s heart to sink with ennui at Amuiurylifs in the shade and to thrill in the bath. It portrays the pedant’s plight amid shifting tastes, lamenting outmoded sensibilities in Berlinera Magazine.
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Spanked by Burglar in Los Angeles Robbery Gone Awry
Lena Galloway, a nineteen year old in Los Angeles, resisted a burglar who demanded her valuables. He spanked her, then fled after she revealed a sewing box containing a Confederate bill. The incident ends with the thief escaping with the box.
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Lena Galloway
Not the Same Man Arraigned for Disorderly Conduct
A New York man identifying as Abraham Lincoln was brought before a magistrate for disorderly conduct. The magistrate corrected him, stating he was not the famous Lincoln, and ordered a thirty day sentence.
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Abraham Lincoln
Abraham Lincotn
Man Valued For Sale Catches Eye Of Onlookers
A fragment suggests a discussion about the price of a man considered worth purchasing, with observers noting the curious notion as a social or market comment. The terse line hints at price as a metaphor rather than a literal sale.
To Prevent Old Age Coming Too Soon
An advertisement urges drinking pure water and taking Anuble to boost longevity. Dr. Pierce of Buffalo promotes Anurie double strength as a remedy for backache, scanty urine, rheumatic pains, and fatigue, claiming it dissolves uric acid and enhances health.
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Budding Genius Struggles With Family Image
A young prodigy clashes with expectations as family pride and personal growth unfold. The piece examines how early brilliance challenges traditional roles, shaping the future trajectory and family dynamics.
Favorite Prescription and Golden Medical Discovery Ad
In almost every drug store you will find Favorite Prescription the famous friend toting women and Golden Medical Discovery proven to be the greatest general re constructor. These herbal medicines are put up in squid and tablets contain no alcohol for any harmful ingredient. If not obtainable send Dr M Plerer Buffalo NY $1.00 for either tablets.
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