United States Note to Germany on Lusitania Sinking
The United States forwards a formal note to Germany protesting the sinking of the Lusitania and other attacks on American and neutral ships. It seeks reparation, a pledge to end unprovoked attacks, and guarantees of neutral travel rights, insisting German submarine commanders misunderstood their instructions and promising future compliance. The note stresses accountability and immediate steps to prevent recurrence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Government
An- Gerard
United St Camlains
United States
Germany
British Isles
Falaba
Leon C. ‘Tresher
Cushing
Guifight
Lusitania
Sis
Geray
First National Bank Building Nears Finishing Touches
The new First National Bank building, costing about 75000 dollars including the site, nears completion. Designed under P Thorn ton Marye of Atlanta and built by J A Jones of Charlotte, the fireproof brick and terra cotta structure features three Renaissance facades, a grand lobby, burglar proof vaults, a mezzanine for directors, and ornate gold and gray marble interiors.
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First National Bank
Elliott
Eleventh Avenue
P. Thornton Marye
Atlanta
J. A. Jones
Charlotte
Geo. W. Ready
Our whole family depend on Patineane remedy
Williams of Hamilton Ohio states their entire family relies on Patineane for severe cold relief. The ad claims Ball’s Pine Tar Honey penetrates throat linings, destroys germs, and lets nature act, available at druggists. mentions a baby and the original doctor.
United States Submarine Sets Long Distance Travel Record
The U S submarine E-1 completed a 1 230 mile voyage from Key West to New York under its own power with no stops. The fleet in New York Harbor prepares for action as Admiral Fletcher notes the crew endured constant dampness and fatigue during the voyage aided by E-2 Tonopah and MacDonough with H-1 as flagboat.
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United States
New York
New York Harbor
Fletcher
Hibor
Thomas Withers
Hudson River
Key West
Twe
Tonopah
MacDonough
Brandy Seizure Reported in Alexander County
Deputy Collector P. P. Jones seized eight gallons of apple brandy at the home of Grid Austin in Alexander county last Saturday morning. The crates were stored in two small barrels one in a basement and another nearby. Jones brought the liquor to Hickory and warns against Pleas reclaiming it by burying it or camouflaging it.
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P. P. Jones
Gird
Austin
Alexander County
Theouse
Geo. Melton
Jetora Spann
Baptist
Parage
West Hickory
W. N.cook
South Fork It Maiden
Cleveland Teounty
Wake Forest College
Appoi Jed
Come And Let Us Save The Kiddies Story
London on May 12 reports the Lusitania sinking scene where Bishop of London urged saving children. Mien altred G. Vanderbit faced death and told his valet Come and let us save the kiddies. The phrase spread worldwide as a poignant act of mercy.
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London
Wile
Waifs and Strays Society
Mien
Altred G. Vanderbit
Local and Personal Items of Interest
Local notes list births, visits, and moves among Greenville residents. Entries mention Raymond Hefner’s newborn son, visits from Mary Doll, Fannie Penn White in Roanoke, and families like the Martins Souther and Warners. Also recorded are moves to Raleigh, Hillsboro, and Polkton, plus local social events, a barn fire alarm, a city fire department update, and upcoming church and college programmes.
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Wesley Martin
Fancy Lang
Greenville
Willard Souther
Rowell Holt
Montgom
H.W. Warner
Ola
Robert Jackson Warner
Charlotte
Mary Sue Bell
Morzanton
Bessie McComb
T. F. Stevenson
Dr. Fry
Sixth Street
Gertrude Hall
Hartsfield
Mies Ele Morrison
Stateville
HS. Smith
Kenworth
Delightful Reunion Of The Lutz Family
A large gathering at the old J B Lutz homestead marked the 2nd birthday of Mrs Barbara Cline Lutz with 100 attendees. Rev W L Fulmer offered prayers, a Dutch dinner was served, and Squire S I Killian recounted family history while detailing Lutz descendants and their Jersey herd. The day blended kinship with affection for late head J J B Lutz, remembered by all.
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J. B. Lutz
Dutch Arms
Barbara Cline Lutz
J B. Lutz
Tswba
W. L. Fulmer
Newton
Zion
New Jerusa
Lem
And
Lutz
Squire S
Killian
Hickory
Latz
Bar F Dara Cline
Jicero Cline
Luvina
Cline
Henry P. Lutz
Avery Baker
W. x. Lutz
J. C. Lutz
Lewis
Seitz
Schildren
Mattie Bolick
Lehild
Sarah Lutz
Adve
Cate
Flora of the Old North State Highlights Rich NC Flora
The North Carolina flora, especially in the Western region, showcases about six thousand varieties, more than in any similarly sized area. The state has long supplied crude medicinal plants to the nation, with over seven hundred distinct species growing wild and supporting a substantial industry noted by the Elizabeth City Independent.
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North Carolina
Tate
Elizabeth
City Independent
Local remedies and a soldier’s rations in brief
A Chapin South Carolina editor recites relief from indigestion via three Chamberlain's Tablets after a severe bilious attack. Advertisements urge Dr Thomas' Eclectic Oil for burns and emergencies. The text notes a Japanese soldier's daily ration of three bags of rice and vegetables.
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Eeewune
Chamberlain
H.C. Bailey
Carolina News
Chapin
S. C
Menzies Drug Co
Lutz
Dr. Thomas
Eclectic Oil
Lrugeists
Cave Relief After Republicans Had Failed
Knoxville Tennessee Sentinel reports relief after new monetary reforms steadied markets and avoided panic. It credits decentralizing currency, easing dependence on Wall Street, and stabilizing the financial system despite war anxieties. The piece lauds reformers and criticizes prior Republican administrations for failing to secure relief.
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Wall Street
Stock Exchange
Federal Reserve Banking
New York
Jan
Washington
Knoxville
Peanuts and Pigs Promised Higher Yields and Profit
A 1914 Texas Industry Congress prize note claims peanuts yield 1,200 pounds of pork per acre with hogs harvesting the crop. At 3 cents a pound this equals about $102 per acre, suggesting reduced labor and fertilizer costs versus cotton and higher profit margins.
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Texas Industy Congress
How Mrs Harrod Got Rid of Her Stomach Trouble
Mrs Linda Harrod of Tor i Wayne Indiana reports immediate relief from persistent stomach distress after using Chamberlains Tablets bought at Meovles Drug Co and Lutzs Drug Store. A Madrid dispatch notes a grave revolutionary movement in Portugal with reports of a committee in control at Lisbon. For skin itchiness and rashes try Dean’s Ointment available at drug stores.
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Chamberlain
Linda Harrod
Tori Wayne
Ind
Meovies Drug Co
Lutz
Aispaten
Madrid
Portugal
Lisbon
Dean
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Applachain Training S
B. Dougherty
Monitor
Charleston
Chesapeake Capes
Raymond Hefner
Miss Mary Doll
Fannie Penn White
Roanoke
John Hartsfield
B. B. Flowe
Raleigh
Flowe
Thirteenth Street
Rufus McC. Jones
W. A. Hall
Bill Hall
Mittie Shrum
Lincolnton
Maude Allen
Richard Little
A. P. Whisnant
J. D. McCray
Claremont
Herbert Fields
Greensboro
J. M. Campbell
Tenth Avenue
Irs. I
Killen Stuart Menzies
Alice Lyerly
Mary
Rogers Shuard
Louise Setzer
Hickory Volunteer Fire Co
Ble. Whitener
Chi Yoder
Gamble
T A.T. Yoder
Forer
HF. Bruns
LD. J Fry
George Starnes
Poly C. Wike
Chicago
Air
Holy Trinity Lutheran Church
Lo’elock
Lenoir College
Iorelock
Holy Trinity
G.S. Watson
Hestess
Rachel Pugh
Doris Hutton
O'Henry
Cornwell
Theilroad
Annie Wilson
W.B. Wilson
Startown
Garth
Chile
The
Democrat
Old North State
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