The World of People and Prices in Brief
A humorous, vignette style meditation on human foibles from money to jealousy and marriage. Observations on wage differences, work, travel, and social quirks contrast with wartime references and cultural clichés. The piece lampoons vanity, gender perceptions, and the pull of conventional life.
Riots spread across Italy with looting and deaths reported
Anarchist riots sweep central Italy with outbreaks in Genoa Naples Turin and Rome over the last 24 hours accompanied by bloodshed and looting. One death in Genoa and numerous injuries reported as authorities impose stricter military measures. London reports fines and prison terms for profiteers and midlevel traders in food. In Fiume casualties occur among French colonial soldiers and Italians amid clashes between allied troops and Italians with unclear totals.
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Waterfront Fire in Stockton Claims Three Lives
A waterfront blaze in Stockton California destroyed property worth 150000 dollars. One man died from burns and two others drowned. A fourth man is missing after twelve were trapped aboard a hemp laden barge. eight were rescued.
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Methodists Gather For Centenary Campaign In Columbus
Dr Fred Fisher of New York outlined a four point Centenary drive for Columbus from June 20 to July 13. The plan mobilizes 78000 committeemen to celebrate a victory, provide world scenes, finish the job for four years, and inspire planning for the next century. An additional 150 trained executives join the effort to spur participation.
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Fred Fisher
New York
Columbus
Methodist Church
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Brazilian Rail Strike Breaks After Brief Walkout
Rio de Janeiro July 8 report that the strike on the Central railroad of Brazil, the nation’s largest and most important, appears to have broken down after lasting only a few hours. The development ends a weekend that saw workers walkouts and transport disruption across the system.
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Brazil
Central
Helmets Said to Have Clashed with Kaiser Exhibit at Centenary
Helmets reportedly worn by the Kaiser and Ludendorff will be shown in Columbus as part of the Methodist Centenary Celebration from June 20 to July 13. Lowell Thomas, the world traveler, will present travelogues from Germany during its revolution plus Palestine images from General Allenby’s era.
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von Bethmann-Hellweg
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Columbus
Lowell Thomas
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