Refugee relief in Bologna report by American Red Cross
A Red Cross worker reports on refugee arrivals in Bologna and the conditions aboard trains. Families carry small bundles as they reach the station, with workers organizing shelter, care, and transport. The article notes government efforts to reclaim materials and provide support, including clothing, shoes, and supplies, while detailing broader wartime relief and logistics.
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Red Cross
Bologna
Caer
Witertyle
Thors
Benges
Sathwaye
Austria's New Peace Feelers Reported by Wien and The Hague
Vienna correspondent to the Berlin Vogtblatt notes Holland has sent peace invitations and Halland will invite Welliger citizens to negotiations. Wekerle’s Hungary delegation arrived in Vienna led by Tisza and Andrasty with Apponyi. German papers discuss Austria Hungary reforms, possible coalition, federalization, and a potential exit from the war. Czech deputy Stanek's speech stirs uproar as German deputies demand action. Geneva reports a German socialist delegate bearing documents on Alsace Lorraine restitution plebiscite.
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Amsterdam
Aratin-Elun- Barybak
Halland
Welliger Cits
Vienna
Vienna Tagebine
Holland
Wekerle
Ams
Tarnwie
Nerarding
Cologne
Gazett
Wekerlo
Jerome Peuiestetchen
Baron von Mussarek
Austria- Hungary
Germany
Tolvarame
Stanek
Hungary
Gerotn
Det. K
Soclatiat Party
Association of Geraman Syndicates
Similr
Coantederaen
Tay
Geneva
Journal de Geneve
Explosions Hit Perth Amboy Plant Killing Dozens
A series of about a dozen explosions rocked a Morgan plant heavily damaged by fire. About two thousand workers, many women, were present during the blast and ensuing blaze. Two ambulances transported the injured to city hospital while officials estimate more than 100 may have died as the night shift was at work.
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Perth Amboy
T. A. GM
Morgan
Jrorh
Wust
Ety Hospital
U. S. Ship Herman Praseh Sunk After Collision
The navy department reports the American steamer Herman Praseh sank in seven minutes after colliding with the Weomer George G. Tenry. Forty survivors have been accounted for as the incident occurred a few minutes out at sea.
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Washington
Herman Praseh
George G. Tenry
Navy Department
Fraeh
Callison
Turbulent World War Headlines and Deaths Across Fronts
A fragmented report notes attacks on Constantinople and Turkish defeats along the Macedonian front. Jangille Stuart is reported dead, Granville Stuart noted as a pioneer and author. Reports from Flanders cite a Belgian lieutenant’s defense, and a Duke’s valor award to Albert Richardson. Bulgar affairs include anti German riots and Bulgar officers murdered amid Allied advances.
Senate Falls Short on Susan B Anthony Amendment Vote
President Wilson urged support for the suffrage measure but the Senate failed to reach the two thirds needed. Final tally 53 to 27 with 21 opposed and multiple paired votes listed. the outcome preserved the constitutional amendment rejection.
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Washington
Senate
Luse L
Susan B. Anthony
Wilson
Jones
Ashurst Chamberlain
Culberson
Gerry
Gore
Henderson
Johnson
Kendrick
Kirby
Lewis
McKellar
Martin
Myers
Nugent
Owen
Phelan
Pitvuan
Ransidefl
Robinson
Shatreth
Sheppard
Smith
Ariz
Thomas
Thompson
Vardanian
Wats
Fer
Calder
Cait
Cummins
Curtis
Fernald
France
Goff
Gronan
Wash
Kellogg
Ken Jyen
LaPotlette
Jenroot
McCumber
McNary
Nelson
New
Norris
Page
Weinchester
Sis
Mich
Smoot
Sterling
Sutherland
Townsend
Warren
Hardwick
Hitchjocks Jones
Overman
Pomeresie
Reed
Smulebury
Shieldy
Simmons
Souith
Tremamell
Underwood
Willams
Wolcott
Swanson
Virginia
Wilfey
Missouri
King
Utah
Washington Plans 454 More Ships for War Effort
Reports from Washington outline an additional program to build 44 ships of 190,000 deadweight tons each, with authorization requested for 84 45,000,000 for the current fiscal year. Also notes Crozier nomination withdrawal and Crowder calling 29,999 students for technical schools.
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Washington
House
Chale Winin Hurley
Crowder
Wheetington
Ger
States
District of Columbia
Negrous
Sakes
Ancient City Taken Key to Syria and Palestine
London reports Damascus, capital of Syria, occupied by General Allenby's forces per a British war office statement. The city is described as the key to Syria and Palestine, with analysis from Prof. Richard Gaithel of Columbia University. Since Sept 20, Allenby has advanced about 130 miles, capturing over 10,000 prisoners, razing Turkish positions, and driving Turks from Palestine and much of Syria. Damascus, population estimates range 180,000 to 350,000, sits in the Lebanon region, southeast of Beirut. Founding linked to Uz, son of Aram, per Josephus.
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London
Damascus
Syria
Allenty
British War Office
Palestine
Richard Gaithell
Columbia University
Rmerly
School of Archaeology At
Jerusalem
Damnascus
Aleppo
Alexandret
Allenby
Dis
Jerusaem
Lebanon
Syriat
Beirut
Josephus
Aram
Red Cross Lists Nurses for War Service Worldwide
The American Red Cross lists every graduate nurse pupil practical nurse midwife and hospital attendant who can assist in care as requested by Secretary Baker and Surgeon General Gorgas. The listing covers continental United States territories insular possessions and chapters in China Japan and other areas. The growing influenza epidemic underscores the need to know available personnel and how many can be withdrawn without harming civilian welfare.
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Washington
American Red Cross
Baker
Gorgas
Continental
United States
China
Japan
Army
Navy
France
Gommers
Albert
Gompers Visits Yank Front and War News Update
Amsterdam dispatch reports second shipment of gold from Russia to Germany seized by Reichsbank official. Berlin notes Prince Maximilian of Baden named Imperial Chancellor. Washington reports a military court has sentenced a recruit to 20 years for disobedience. Soluniki notes Bulgarian retreat and fires. Raisin crop damaged in California vines. Stockholm tallies 90 dead in Swedish rail disaster. Influenza closes Joliet prison and Ohio City schools amid Gotham influenza toll. New York reports 30 additional deaths and 45 killed in city as influenza spreads.
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Russia
Amsterdam
Germany
Reichsbank
Berlin
Ohio City
Grippe
Gotham
Chillicothe
New York
118 Men Reported Willing In Officers and 102 Enlisted Men
The U S coast guard cutter Tampa was torpedoed in the Bristol Channel on September 26 with 10 officers and 202 enlisted men lost, along with five British officers and five civilian employees. A submarine was implied as the killer. explosion at 8 45 a m preceded wreckage sightings as convoy escorts scrambled. Captain Satterlee led coast guard duties after the attack, with two unidentified uniformed men seen near the wreckage.
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Tampa
Coast Guard
Bristol Channel
Weekington
U.S
Tareyn
Merly
Torpeiland
Navy Department
Eut
OC Satterlee
Chicago Troops Inspire Europe With Valor Letters
Chicago soldiers stationed in France are praised for bravery in letters to Fort Sheridan. First Lieutenant William P. McForeland notes the unit’s valor as the Chicago troops become a topic among American and Allied observers. The exchange includes a witty quip about retreat and berets.
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Chicago
Ulicagenti
Myron E. Adams
Fort Sheridan Association
France
Lient
William P. McForelond
GS. A. Ale Service
Arex
Caronel
Bavarians Seek Peace as German Morale Falters
A Swiss frontier dispatch reports Bavarian troops withdrawn from the Swiss line and replaced. Bavarian deserters have reached Swiss posts, and a Bavarian officer says German morale is very low and Germany has done enough fighting for the king of Prussia.
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King of
Prussia
Washington
Switzerland
Landis' Son Decorated by British Honors
Federal Judge Kenesaw Mountain Landis is noted for his son Lieutenant Reed Lamils receiving a Distinguished Flying Cross from Britain. Earlier dispatches reported bravery and distinguished service but did not mention the decoration.
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Chicago
Kenesaw Mountain Landis
Fils Son
Reed Lamils
Landis
Dhepatches
England
Freshening Last Year Frocks With Silk and Chiffon
A fashion note outlines modernizing gowns by adding chiffon or georgette crepe to existing satin or taffeta pieces. Suggestions include a wide silk or velvet girdle with loops, plaited chiffon trims, inserted panels, tunic frocks in georgette over satin, and varied sleeve and hem treatments to revitalize dated outfits.
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Tuke
Snel
Milady
Paris
Alleged Spy Is Sentenced In Federal Case
A man convicted in a federal espionage case was sentenced to twenty years in prison and fined 10 000. The decision came after brief court proceedings. The report also notes multiple other items including subscription plans for the Societe Geneve in France and record cargo unloading by American ships in France during recent weeks.
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Rich, Ola
Witttany
Som Micks
Federal Due Tries
Det
Baris
Siy
France
Frocks For Little Girls From Low Price Smocks
Article notes smocks suitable for older children and offers tips to obtain stylish, long lasting frocks at low prices. Emphasizes wash clothes worn later by children and presents clever pointers for affordable, beautiful outfits.
Wear ribbed woolen hose for fall and winter fashion
Ribbed woolen stockings in dark greens browns blues and grays will be very much worn this fall and winter with low black or tan oxfords. Those shown are of dark forest green.
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New York Herald
White Satin Remains a War Era Wardrobe Staple
White satin endures as a practical fabric for women's wear beyond wedding gowns. The piece notes satin’s versatility for collars cuffs and facings, and describes fashion shifts toward blue satins, fringe trims, and bold petticoats. It also mentions wartime style choices such as mourning bans and service-star badges, and offers tips on maintaining ostrich feathers.
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