Famous Fliers at Nation's Capital
A Washington Times report describes German air raids and naval wings capable of delivering planes near Washington. It highlights renowned flyers in the capital, including Lieut Col Charles F. Lee and Lieut John A. Sully, and notes exhibitions by Ruth Law and other aviators as part of Allied missions guiding American airpower development.
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Washington
America
Potomac Park
Lieut
Constant Souler
France
Avistors
Charles F. Lee
John A. Sully
Royal Flying Corps
Sinvio Resnati
Sérgi
Gianfelice Gino
Hampton Roads
George Tulasne
Alfred Heurtaux
Guynemer
Constant Soulier
Georges Fluschaffe
Dedonair
Max Benois
Henri Farr
Ruth Law
Liberty Loan
Furone
Castoria and tax relief urged before committee
Washington June 21 Publishers led by Den Medueny of the New York Times urged the Ways and Means Committee to suspend the planned one year increase in the postal rate effective July 2. They argued the higher charge would burden publishers and the public during wartime.
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Washington
den Medueny
New York Thins
View Presidpet
Ascvlution
Hove Ways and Means
Commtitew
Cholera Morbus Warns and Remedy Endorsement
A reader from Huntington Indiana urges preparation against cholera morbus and credits Chamberlain's Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy with immediate relief for two sick children during the summer of 1911, emphasizing timely medicine before a doctor arrives.
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Charles Enyoart
Huntington
Ind
Chamberlain
Air route to Europe to be established by British plan
Washington June 21 The British air council decided on a formal air route to Europe to marshal American air power against Germany. Major General Brancker disclosed in Washington that initial flight plans target August September or October with American cooperation hoped, aiming for a joint British and American crewed trip using machines with ample fuel for a forty hour flight.
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Washington
Europe
United States
Germany
British Air Council
British Air Service
William Brancker
Conncil
Brancker
England
When Is a First Child Not a First Child
Stockton California June 21 A Marine Corps recruiting sergeant faced a knotty pay question from George Hadley of Kansas City who is married with two children Hadley argued twins should count as two first children and asked for a $45 family allotment Mergenthaler attempted a $32 50 allotment noting $15 for the wife $10 for the first child and $7 50 for the second yet Hadley pressed the issue The matter has been sent to Washington for resolution.
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Stockton
Cal
Sergt. R. R. Mergenthal
United States Marine Corps
George Hadley
Kansas City
Mergenthal
Hadley
Washington
Jes Thinkin and a Soldier’s Curious Plan
An officer questions a Black soldier as he contemplates a peculiar idea about obtaining pork by using a beanie hat and heat. The dialogue reveals a moment of confusion and intent during instruction.
Bear depredations rise in West Virginia hunt season
Marlington West Virginia June 22 reports bear populations surge due to hill hunting seasons. Bears have caused extensive damage to farms with over 200 killed by natives within weeks. Local authorities note a planned bear hunt to curb losses.
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Marlington
W. Va
West Virginia
Anvats
Draft boards instructions issued by Provost Marshal Crowder
Washington reports detailed guidance on deferred classifications and productive work for registrants, outlining when deferments end, who counts as non-productive, and how local boards should handle case withdrawals. It notes travel salesmen, chauffeurs, and certain store staff may be exempt or reclassified based on duties and residence changes.
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Washington
Marvhe
Crowder
Gen. Crowder
Federal Employment Service
Chamberlain's Tablets Praised By Kentucky Man
F B Tressey of Richmond Kentucky declares Chamberlain's Tablets are a wonder and unbeatable for indigestion or constipation urging others to try them.
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Chamberlain
F. B. Tressey
Richmond
Henry D Moorman Writes From France in 1918
Henry D Moorman, serving with Uncle Sam in France, thanks Frank Russell of Louisville for distribution of his letter. He notes orphans, wartime quarantine, support from the Knights of Columbus, and relief efforts by soldiers, chaplains, and civilians as they approach the front. He describes home impressions, German brutality, and the mobilization of workers and women on farms.
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Frank Russell
Louisville
Henry D. Moorman
Uncle Sam
France
Mr. Russell
K. of C
Blewings
Arivana Anihore
Father Lydon
Belaiius
Oath of Senior Partner at Cheney Co Toledo
An oath declares firmness of the senior partner of Cheney & Co a Toledo firm. The document cites sworn statements and medical claims about a product used in Toledo and surrounding areas.
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Toledo
Lucas i Fa Chee
A Cheney & Co
Catarrat
Chen
Syater
En &O
Gabe Panty Mihi
Dear Mr Thomas Letter from 1919 Kentucky friend
A 1919 letter from GEO SHERON in Louisville thanking J H Thomas Hartford Republican for support. Mentions dedicating a 96 star service flag with one Red Cross banner, presented by Dr Powell to Judge Bingham and Bishop Woodcock for Kentucky. References wartime paper shortages and street newsboys struggling to sell papers.
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Louisville
J. H. Thomas
Baltor
Hartford Republican
Hartford
Kentucky
Thomas
Harth
Dr. Powell
TW. Bingham
Boelery
Bishop Woodcock
Uncle Sam
Geo
Sehon
Newsboys in London Quiet as May Shifts to Summer
London readers on May 31 report a calm city scene with no excitement among newsies. Papers are not yelled or pushed as in American cities, and street activity seems subdued in the mild weather.
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Australia
Canada
New Zealand
Ireland
Wales
Scotland
India
Egypt
Fal Islands
Mrt
Dfferent
Angina
London
German Uboat losses seen as defendable by enemy measures
A Rotterdam dispatch, cited by the Daily Telegraph and attributed to Capt. Persieu, quotes a Berlin commentator saying German U-boats are unequal to the warfare. The piece notes increased enemy defense sharpness and tonnage demands, and argues the foe can sustain the war with defense and civilian resources.
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London
Persiue
Bertiner Tageblatt
Rotterdam
Daily Telegraph
Jersius
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Atlantic
Boche Fiers
Pototrad Park
Mr. McAneny
McAneny
Jevantry
Publishers’ Association
Longworth
Ohio
Fletcher
Dscrease
General Crowder
Reddipt
Atl
Louisville Herald
Tam
Roy
Charles H. Moorman
Algila Cox
Uhlage
Dullary
Somerton
Tenth Field, Artillery
A. BE. F
New York
U. K
H. B. Mann
10Th Pr. A
Marion Holcomb
Nancy, Ky
Thedford
Cumberland Telephone and Telegraph Company Incorporated
W. W. Harris
Hartford, Ky
Daily Express
Times
Poxt
Telegraph
Star
Pall Mail Gazette
Holhi
Wale
jSalee
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