German Chancellor Hertling Under Fire Over War Aims
Theodor Wolff denounces Count von Hertling in Die Zukunft and Berliner Tageblatt notes Belgium remains a contested issue. He argues Germany pursues opportunism, not principles, and criticizes the chancellor for silence on war aims and reliance on Reichstag bridle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Gertyany
Maximilian Harden
Die Zukunft
Rotterdam
Daily Telegraph
Amsterdam
Theodor Wolff
Berliner Tageblatt
von Hertling
Steamer Sinks U-Boat in Atlantic Chase
The steamship Lake Forest repelled a two hour fight off Cape Henry and is believed to have sunk the U-boat. Commander Herbert R O Johnsen is commended for the victory, while full details of the engagement remain unavailable. The Lake Forest was formerly the War-Pox and was later taken by the United States Shipping Board.
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New York
Lake Forest
Cape Henry
Europe
Marine Etreles
Herbert R.O. Johnsen
United States Naval Reserve
Navy Department
Naval Reserve
United States Shipping Board
Great Lakes
Italian War Office reports raids on Bertizo Zocohli and Monte di Val Bella
Italian war office dispatch from Rome notes French detachments conducted two surprise attacks on the Bertizo and Zocohli cens lines on the Asingo plateau, with Italian detachments breaking into enemy lines north of Monte di Val Bella and taking a few prisoners. Reconnaissance parties active between Sasso Rosso and the Beenta river. six hostile aircraft reportedly downed.
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Rome
Italian War Office
Asingo Plateau
Bertizo
Zocohli
Monte di Val Bella
Sasso Rosso
Beenta River
150 American battleplanes shipped abroad for July 5
Washington reports 150 American built battleplanes sent abroad or delivered at ports for shipment on July 5. Secretary Baker also disclosed Liberty motors of all classes delivered to date totaling 2704 units.
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Washington
War Department
Baker
Liberty Motors
Parsons College Announces New Faculty Members
Parsons College reveals additions for the coming year. Dr. Howard McDonald, former dean at Muskigum College, will chair History and Sociology. Miss Christine Hume becomes Dean of Women and head of English. Dr. Carroll Holman May will chair Ancient Language, joining Parsons after Urbana studies and Yale postgraduate work.
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Parsons College
Howard McDonald
Muskigum College
Columbia University
Morris
I Heanee
Miss Hume
Carroll Holman May
Oe Ina University School
Urbana
Ohio
Parsons
May
Ohio Wesleyan
Yale
Harvestin and social notices from Libertyville page
Local notices report residents Harry Barnes and others returning from Hayes Kansas and preparing for South Dakota harvest work. Several families travel, visits to Camp Dodge, hospital updates on appendicitis, and community events including Epworth League fair July 24 with Hawaiian singers.
Mothers Save Money on Boys Apparel at The Drake Co
Mothers can save on boys wear at The Drake Clothing Company located in East Side Square. The store advertises affordable prices and a wide selection for young shoppers.
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Drake Clo. Co
East Side Square
Unkrich’s Dry Goods
Fairfield
Iowa
Dynamite Cap Accident Injures Culbertson Boy
Arthbur Culbertson aged 12, son of Harry Culbertson, found old dynamite caps in an attic. One exploded injuring his left hand, necessitating amputation of the thumb and index finger joints at Jefferson county hospital.
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Arthbur Culbertson
Harry Culbertson
Jefferson County
Royal Scotch Highlanders to Perform at Airdome Tonight
The Royal Scotch Highlanders band arrives in Fairfield and will give a concert at the Airdome at 8 15 this evening. They travel from Burlington with strong recommendations.
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Airdome
Royal Scotch Highlanders
Fairfield
Burlington
Traveling musical company to perform in Fairfield
A company of finished musicians traveling to Des Moines for a two week engagement stops in Fairfield for a concert. The program features high class soloists and both popular and classical vocal music, enhancing the band's excellent program.
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Des Moines
Fairfield
Changes in Beef Consumption Rules for Eating Places
Local Food Administrators relay United States Food Administration updates for Iowa hotels restaurants and public eating places effective Monday July 15 Beef served 11 00 am to 5 00 pm daily except Saturday beef may be served Saturday 5 00 pm to midnight By products head tongues tails livers hearts tripe feet barreled beef potted ham beef loaf chili con carne beef trimmings may be used Fresh pork bacon hams sausages mutton and lamb may substitute for beef Ice cream cones may be served at any time starting Monday July 15 This broadens previous June 17 restrictions These conservation measures require unqualified compliance by hotel and dining proprietors.
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J. F. Deems
United States Food Administration
Iowa
Meat Division
Card of Thanks for Sympathy and Flowers
The Bailey family expresses heartfelt thanks for the sympathy and kindness shown after the death of their loved one. Gratitude extended for the beautiful flowers from James B Bailey J Wilson Bailey Mollie Bailey and relatives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James
B. Bailey
J. Wilson Bailey
Mollie Bailey
Miss Elizabeth Raney Returns Home From Montrose Visit
Miss Elizabeth Raney returned home yesterday after a short visit with friends at Montrose Illinois.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elizabeth Raney
Montrose, Mouth, Il
Libertyville Woman Attempts Suicide With Lye
Under a Libertyville date line the Ottumwa Courier reports Mrs. Harry Mills drank concentrated lye to end her life while her husband prepared their car for a Sunday outing. She was found on his return home and there is little hope for recovery. Mr. Mills is a well known Libertyville businessman. No reason for the act is given.
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Libertyville
Automobile Races Set for Tri-State Fair
Burlington announces arrangements for championship automobile races at Tri-State Fair Grounds on August 10 under the International Motor Contest Association. A $2,000 purse will be posted in advance to attract noted drivers and manufacturers nationwide, with a dustless, banked track prepared and calcium chloride dust control.
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Burlington
Fair Secretary
Tri- State Fair Grounds
Fair Association
International Motor Contest Association
Interational Motor Contest Association
Drake Clothing Co Sells Men’s Trousers at Cost
The Drake Clothing Co offers men’s white serge and palm beach trousers at cost. Price listed as sixteen dollars. Limited stock, available in store.
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Palm Beach
Drake Clothing Co
Clinton Lodge No 15 Meeting Tonight
Clinton Lodge No 15 A F and A M schedules a work session in the 1st and 2nd degrees for the evening. Members are urged to attend and participate in the stated function.
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Clinton Lodge, No. 15
A. F
A. M
Army Shirt Sale At Drake Co Opens This Week
Just received a fine assortment of Army shirts in flannel and khaki at Drake Clo Co 816. The new stock promises durable basics for soldiers and civilians alike with a practical selection for varied needs.
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Drake Clo. Co
Car for sale to aid Red Cross and Liberty Bonds
Six cylinder Liberty car offered for sale to raise funds for the Red Cross Army Y M C A and Liberty Bonds W S Stamps. The car is in good condition with extra casing two tubes chains dimmer lent and top never folded. Interested buyers may visit County Treasurer's office or call 42 or 332 to reach R H Spence.
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Red Cross
Army Y. M
W. S
R. H. Spence
Drake Clothing Co Offers Fancy Hosiery and Collars
Campaign for Camp Library Books continues as a sustained wartime effort. Public Library appeals urge citizens to donate and bring items to the library for distribution.
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Drake Clothing Co
Mrs Henry Pumphrey Pumphrey Dies After Illness
Fairfield residents were shocked to learn that Mrs Henry Pumphrey a longtime city resident died late last night after a period of illness She had been treated in Iowa City and underwent gall stone surgery yesterday morning She is survived by her husband her father several brothers and sisters Interment will be in the family lot at Iowa City
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Frances Pearson
St. Joseph's Hospital
Ottumwa
Preston Ashmead
Albert Greenfield
Macon
Ross Greenfield
Birmingham
Ottumwa Hospital
Alman
Meechum
Omaha
Stephen Boyd
Henry Grebe
Vern Clapp
Seymour
Ivyeek Macel Young
Hillsboro
H. BE. Young
Epworth League
George Newland
Presbyterian Aid Society
Wes Howard
Davenport
Mathew
Myrtle
Woods
Udell
Roscoe Riggs
Wm. Beck
Lottie
Eldon
Jacob Glo Felty
Fairfield
Henry Pumphrey
Pumphrey
Iowa City
Macy sues to quiet title on Jefferson County land
In Jefferson County Iowa a petition filed by Allen Macy seeks a decree confirming his fee simple ownership of the northwest quarter of the southwest quarter of Section 15 Township 73 North Range 9 West containing 40 acres. Defendants include Elizabeth Heskett and other heirs of Martin Lee and unknown claimants. If defendants fail to appear by September 9 1918 default will be entered and the court will grant the decree as prayed.
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District Court of the State of
Iowa
Jefferson County
Allen Macy
Elizabeth Lee Heskett
Elisha Heskett
William S. Lee
Sarah E. Lee
Martha Lee
George M. Lee
Mary Ann Lee
John Henry Lee
Martin Lee
County of
Jefferson
State of
Iown
Section Fifteen
Fairfield
Town
Social events and a Cedar Rapids marriage note
The Cross Lanes church ladies host a monthly social with Rev Campbell and his troupe from Leon providing entertainment and refreshments. Cedar Township Woman's Association reports 850 dollars raised for the Red Cross in three months and plans to split future funds with the Army YMCA and the K C. A Fairfield couple, Miss Bertha Sessler and PD C Riley, wed at Ottumwa English Lutheran on July 5 1918 with reception details and plans to reside in Cedar Rapids after July 10 at 717 Fourth Ave.
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Cedar Township
Fairfield
Cedar Rapids
Bertha Sessler
PD. C. Riley
Albiala
Ottumwa
Homer Cressup
Georgette
Sessler
Farfield
Howard’s Business College
H. S. Ball
Mr. Riley
Manhattan Oil Co
Des Moines
Albia
Iowa
Wll
Fourth Ave
Regular Teachers Examination Dates Announced
Regular teachers examinations proceed July 24 25 and 26 with subjects listed by session. Normal training students who failed prior exams may enter. Miss Mary C Kelley of Ames will explain club work July 25 at 10 a m at the County Superintendent's office. James Ch idester County Superintendent.
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Mary C. ‘Kelley
Ames
June Chidester
Drake Clo Co Cuts Prices on Palm Beach Suits and Summer Coats
The Drake Clo Company announces reduced prices on Palm Beach suits and summer coats, featuring a seasonal sale to clear stock. Prices lowered across all sizes and styles with customer savings highlighted.
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Palm Beach
Drake Clo, Co
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Hertling
Italy
Harry Barnes
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Hayes
Kas
South Dakota
A. P. Thompson
George
Camp Dodge
A. C. Davie
Mabel Clapper
Stanford
Moline
Rue Davis
Howard Ferrell
Jessie Ashmead
Kansas
Hiram Ashmead
Velma Barthlow
Geo. Barthlow
Stockport
Harlie Yost
Francis Russell
Virgie
Irvin Ferrer
Florence Peebler
Prof. Kilzer
Nebraska
Carrie Ferrall
Emma Lewis
Rebekah Club
Tom Atkisson
Birthday Club
Fred Davenspike
Batavia
Cap
Culbertson Lad
Roy D. Smith
Scotch Highlander Band
Lye
Tristate Fair
Pence Machine Shop
North Fourth Street
Unkrich’s Dry Goods Store
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