Deutschland Crosses Atlantic in Submarine Voyage
The Deutschland, German U boat commanded by Capt. Paul Koenig, completed the first Atlantic crossing in a submarine. The voyage covered hazardous waters, with multiple submerged periods, and Koenig declared submarines have unlimited future potential. The crew endured ten hours submerged in the English Channel, traveled ninety miles underwater, and returned with 180 tons of fuel oil still aboard.
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Baltimore
Jules Verne
Deutschland
Atlantic Ocean
Paul Koenig
Koenig
Bremen
America
Boglieh
Peer Gynt
North Sea
English Channel
Krapulis
Gyring
Kleis
Virginia Capes
Scotland
Bremerhaven
Helgoland
Krupp Germania Works
John C. Travers
U. 8
Dr. Travers
Orpet Acquitted After Five Hour Jury Verdict
Will Orpet, former University of Wisconsin student, is freed after a Lake county jury of farmers and railroad men acquits him of Marion Lambert's murder in Helms woods last February. The vote ended 3 ballots with the first two at 11 to 1 for acquittal. Orpet shows emotion as verdict is read and prepares for a long rest before resuming studies.
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Western
Union News Services
Waukegan
Will Orpet
Lake County
University of Wisconsin
Marion Lambert
Helms Woods
Edward J. Bock
Highland Park
Bock
Will
Taylor
Orpet
Lake Forest
Donnelly
Edwin Taylor
Madison
Edward Orpet
Frank Lambert
Wilkerson
Ralph F. Potter
Leslie P. Hanna
William
Mrs. Orpet
Sheriff Griffin
Rear Admiral Eldridge Dies in Norfolk at 75
Rear Admiral Charles Henry Eldridge U S Navy died in Norfolk Virginia at age 75.
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Eldridge
Norfolk
Charles Henry Eldridge
U. S. Navy
British Capture Delville Wood and Gain Trenches
Take Delville Wood in London reports British forces delivering important success on the German second line. They held all ground from Friday's advance and took small trench sectors while repulsing a major counterattack. Belgian lines note German attacks near Oudetyvekbenskerke were repulsed. Russian War Department cites capture of Balburt in Turkish Armenia near Trebizond.
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London
Delville Wood
Oudetyvekbenskerke
Balburt
Turkish Armenia
Russian War Department
Staty
Creerum
Black Sea
Trebizond
Wanted: Red Cross Bag Blue drives sales in awed shoppers
An advertisement urges men to earn money while others seek easy income. It promotes Red Cross Bag Blue as a product that makes beautiful white clothes and advises asking for it at all good grocers.
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Ark
Red Cross
Adv
Nursing an Illusion
A farmer quips to a hired man about growing enough poultry and vegetables to satisfy the summer boarders, joking that the plan is to raise only as much as to provide the appearance of abundance.
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Neo
Cortosse
Goose and Child Wisdom Lessons
A fragmented note suggests a belief that children may be wiser than their parents, with a passing remark about not teaching a goose and a vague sense of guidance.
Crusty Gate Exchange In The Main Point Dialogue
A cryptic exchange at The Main Point features Jo seeking a gates trade. The crusty contact promises a Behind for Nils Olven while a second speaker questions which option is better.
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Tim
Nils Olven
Save the Babies Castoria Ad Claims Infant Deaths
An article warns of high infant mortality in ci countries and cites Castoria as a preventive claim. It asserts narcotic use by infants causes deaths and promotes Castoria as a safe remedy signature.
Killing Hens With a Gun In A Graphic Feature
A graphic story notes a housewife who kills chickens by shooting, claiming never to miss. The heroine’s name is not disclosed in the piece. The article contrasts with The Graphic’s suppression of identifying details.
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Oakley
Kansas City Star
Naturally She Did A Dressing Room Exchange
A brief exchange recalls a mood shift in a dressing room after a performance. The actress changes expression while makeup is being applied, prompting a comment about the moment.
Mosquito Swarms Darken Vermilion Bay Light
Mosquito swarms from marshes extinguished the light at the Vermilion Bay canal entrance for three nights. The insects blocked the air vent despite the keeper’s efforts to battle them. The swarm caused great discomfort in the area.
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Vermillion Bay
Abbevile
New Orleans
Penitentiary Visit and Auto Ownership Echo
A committee member of inspection talks with a convict who laments being known by a number. The visitor offers consolation noting that ownership of automobiles also subjects people to suspicion, suggesting shared modern scrutiny.
The Way of It Smith Faces Salary Trouble
The article notes Smith has been troubled by financial strain as his pay has been reduced, leaving him distressed and heavily affected by the cut. The quotation highlights his reaction to the lower salary and resulting difficulties.
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Smith
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Ind. U
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Parcel Post
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Florida Water
Munnar & Layman's
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Reem
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