Our Fighting Men Admiral Benson Biography
Admiral Benson, William 8. Benson, native of Georgia, rose from Annapolis alumnus in 1872 to Chief of Naval Operations in 1915. He served on Hartford and Constitution, joined Greely relief, circled the globe on Dolphin, fought in the Spanish War, led the dreadnought Utah, and headed the navy’s general board with Dewey’s death. A levelheaded, disciplined, prudent leader.
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Guilford Spies and Wartime Attitudes Reported
The piece notes unrest rumors among Guilford county negroes amid war talk and reports of Kultur exposure. It affirms loyal American sentiment, citing a Guilford officer and a pledge to bear arms if needed while warning that German and Austrian demonstrations may occur but be quashed by the government.
Peace Angels Rally Warns Pacifists in War Frame
Opinion column harshly denounces pacifists in Washington as treasonous to the flag as calls for unity rise amid the move toward war. It argues the nation must rally behind leadership, enter the conflict to defend democracy, and win decisively with no retrenchment.
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America
North Carolina Sets Planting Day To Aid War Needs
Governor Bickett designates planting day across the state urging citizens to grow food for the war effort. Despite can be hard in High Point today, the message stresses home gardens as essential to feed soldiers and offset rising costs amid looming national tensions.
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North Carolina
Bickett
High Point
Centering efforts to attract new plants for city growth
The Industrial Department of the Commercial Club voted to focus on securing new manufacturing enterprises for the city. They will not promote civic projects and set aside funds to advertise, aiming to attract plant construction by reaching prospective builders nationwide. The secretary reported strong activity and progress in recent months.
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Car once used by Mexican presidents donated to museum
The private railway car that served Benito Juarez and Lerdo de Tejada was presented to the national museum by General Heriberto Jara. Built in England over fifty years ago, its interior depicts St Patrick life scenes. The car was used by the Constitutionalist army in 1914 and remained in operation through subsequent campaigns.
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Reckless Daring Honored in War Awards List
London reports a list of military honors noting Private Daniel Hall who blocked a firing trench mortar with his hand to shield a comrade. The same list credits six men for removing live shells and throwing them over the parapet.
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Clergymen Leave Capetown for War Service
Fifty clergymen from the Pre torian diocese including all eligible war age clergy will depart Capetown after Haster to serve on the French front in the conflict.
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