War news and world events sweep through many lands
General Carranza moves to Mexico City as Mexico roams war news from Vera Cruz to Petrograd, German U boats sink ships, and Allied aviators strike supply depots. Reporting covers U S policy shifts, naval affairs, and domestic incidents amid a broad panorama of war and foreign affairs.
John D Long Former Navy Secretary Dies at 86
NAMED BY MCKINLEY Western Newspaper Union News Service Hingham Mass John D Long former secretary of the navy and governor of Massachusetts died at his home He led the navy during the Spanish American War dispatching the famed Dewey message The Massachusetts statesman born 1838 in Buckfield Me served in the state legislature speaker of the house lieutenant governor and Congress He was a reformer under civil service rules and opposed alcohol on naval vessels Long remained active in law poetry and letters before his death.
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Quakes Felt in Avexzano Italy No Damage Reported
Several earthquake shocks were felt Sunday in Avexzano Italy with no damage reported. Authorities or local officials described the tremors as minor and said there were no injuries. The event underscores ongoing seismic activity in the region.
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Pan American Conference Awaits Carranza Reply
Washington reports that Pan American conferees will reconvene soon to discuss peace in Mexico. Many Mexican military and political leaders have replied in support of a peace accord and neutral territory talks, though no firm date has been set by Carranza or Villa factions.
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Judge issues blunt guidance to grooms in odd admonitions
A series of tongue in cheek warnings from a judge targets grooms and married men. The remarks caution against vanity and careless behavior before and after marriage, noting the futility of flattery, the risks of eye strain from grindstones, and the odd phrase about stealing what you can justify. The tone blends humor with moral reminder.
Burglar Proof in Silver Plated Gift Set Dispute
A man selecting a wedding gift questions the value of a silver service while a salesman insists its visible display wards off burglars. The dialogue highlights skepticism about security claims and the display of valuable tableware.
What did he say about the artificial lake in the garden
A remark about the garden feature. He dismissed the artificial lake as not worth a dam, noting minimal value or impact. The brief exchange reflects a skeptical view of the project and its cost.
Quoted Quip and Paradox in Brief Exchange
A compact fragment shows a man’s self doubt about approval contrasted with an actor’s willingness. The scene shifts to a humorous fable where a small dog barks as a larger dog seizes a bone and escapes.
Humorous Misreadings and Sermon Hymn Roulette
A fragmented OCR note rides on a joke about fortune and marriage. A country preacher asks for a hymn to match his sermon and quips about remaining silent until at the pulpit. The vicar counters with a sea voyage hymn as a safer choice.
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Retort Courteous. Jones Misses Train At Yard
E Pluribus Jones reaches the station platform as the 6 15 train pulls away. A brief burst of speed earns 50 feet before the effort fades. He then faces the freight yard, questions arise about the train, and a muffled exchange follows with spectators noting the mishap and the man’s insistence he was elsewhere.
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