Naval Battle Imminent Says Rear Admiral Gleaves
The Intimation of Rear Admiral Gleaves signals a potentially decisive naval clash between central powers and Allies. The piece notes mixed expectations after wartime naval efforts, praising the US and British navies while questioning missed opportunities and whether the Germans may force a climactic engagement.
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Gleaves
Lnymoen
Aritak
Thera
Sena
Germany
Qin Lok
Taft presses compromise with Western Union over war policy
The piece reports Taft leading a board to press Western Union to align with wartime goals. It notes the company’s refusal to yield policies to war authorities and suggests government takeover as a remedy while condemning the company’s stance during national mobilization.
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Western Union Telegraph Company
Taft
Bubor
Western Union
Mr. Taft Bie
Lnian
Let Them Come Submarines In Our Waters, A Call To Resolve
A national rallying cry declares submarines in American waters a powerful spur to united action. It contrasts German ruthlessness with American resolve, predicting ships will sail faster, men will be urged to sacrifice, and public will unite to crush the foe. The piece argues frightfulness steels resolve and vows grim determination to win.
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Cuba
Mexico
Mexican
Germany
America
France
Maine
Telegraph nationalization sparks mixed public reaction
The report notes widespread astonishment among millions while hundreds of thousands oppose government seizure of telegraph companies. In the morning, supporters advocate action, while critics view such moves as likely to worsen public relations and efficiency.
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Hera
Western Union
Tafts
Creel’s Defense Against Press Criticism
In his reply to critics Creel condemns press abuse and argues that withholding news loses popularity. He notes the English press crucifixion of General Kitchener and cites an interview with Irvin Calley, contrasting government messaging with opposition claims. The piece highlights party divisions in Congress and portrays the president’s partisan framing through press coverage.
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Ceorge Creel
Tle
von General Kitchener
England
Irvin Cally
Washington
War Profits Tax Battle Stirred by Senator Terah
Senator Terah vows to push a war profits tax of eighty percent, promising vigorous action against profiteers. He demands the Treasury secretary provide a list of industries earning swollen profits during the war as the effort intensifies.
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Benator Terah
Senate
Treasury Department
Th Treasury
War Profits Tax Debate Sparks Possible Revenue Rise
The speaker warns that war profits taxes should rise sharply, noting current rates of up to seventy percent in some industries and arguing for substantial revenue increases. He predicts strong opposition from reactionaries who favor taxing higher incomes and limiting war-related profits, signaling a forthcoming battle.
Fort Wayne Women Register for War Service
Fort Wayne residents are urged to register this week to aid government war work. The notice stresses that war work comes first and registration helps the nation call on qualified women for duties as needed, while allowing for household constraints.
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Igvery Womnan
Fort Wayne
Tell the Truth A Soen paper on Roosevelt treason charge
The publication accuses Theodore Roosevelt of assaulting the president and promoting Tom Watson’s papers, likening it to Mrs Stokes’s punishment. It questions if clothing such as trousers affects treason and hints at a prison sentence for Mrs Sloken.
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A. Soen
Crlone Roosevelt
Mra. Stokes
Roosevelt speech echoes boyhood club tale in Gossips column
Washington Times clipping presents Theodore Roosevelt on leadership and self doubt from a speech. The narrator recalls being elected president of a boy's club, feeling bright, then challenged by another president. He describes envy, growth, and the resolve to keep trying, urging inner strength.
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Washington Times
Theodore Roosevelt
The
United States
Roses for the Average Garden in Early Rose Varieties
A lively catalog of rose types suited to the average garden, noting hybrid teas and hybrid perpetuals as hardy options. It highlights Cochet William R Smith and Lady D Millington, plus notable varieties like Thoryn, Mrs de Lisle, and Caroling Testout, with guidance on climate and winter hardiness.
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Thors
Suinarls
Cochet
William R. Smith
Lady Dmillington
New York
Kocona
Deh Daring
Ty Carolina Testout
Mirive
Tein Aguindene
Caroling Testout
Warthind
Oregon
Sins
Perpetunis
Ohn Laing
Hugh Jackson
Avenge Arden
C. B. Clark
Clemmons
United States
Ashdown
North
Ottawa
Canada
Ural
Macoun
Dominion
Averuge
Enor
General MacArthur
Aaron Wiwl
Ross
Conrad FY
Meyer
Tharrison
Women and ships in the shipyards spark a gender debate
A London Chronicle correspondent reports on women entering shipyards, riveters, electricians, and marine workers. While some praise their drive and earnings, a Scottish expert notes limits for heavy, wet, and physically demanding tasks, highlighting both progress and remaining barriers.
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London Chronicle
Oman
Women at Warshipyards Break Barriers Across Trades
A detailed account describes women operating heavy machinery in shipyards. They handle lathes, drills, capstan lathes, and turret drilling machines, weld, rivet, paint, and clean hulls, and assist in foundries, boiler shops, and brazing. The piece highlights adaptability and broad, fearless participation in war industry roles.
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Boifer
Plain American ideals in wartime orders and honesty
A Col. narrates how a sentry challenges a cold, unnamed negro rookie and how orders and duty shape courage in war. The piece contrasts shallow bravado with genuine commitment, reflecting on soldiers, discipline, and presidial rhetoric about democracy and world safety.
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Wm. Blayans McNutt
Collier's Weekly
Steve
Toldier
Tim
Che
New York
Rewlar
Lawn
Chase
Wilson Ment
Unalers
Walid
The Flowering of a Nation in Song and War
A patriotic poem celebrates American youth from cities and farms marching to battle. It extols the power and flowering of the nation, God’s favor, and sacrifice, urging boys to stand as a bulwark for creation. Written by Mary Raymond Shipman Andrews and published in Scribner's Magazine.
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Atlantic
Pacific
Prairies
Rocky Mountains
America
God of Hosts
Mary Raymond Shipman
Andrewe
Scribner’n Magazine
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