Navy leadership under Daniels defended amid Sims disclosures
The piece asserts that Admiral Sims disclosures are not new to Americans and that the Daniels era transformed the navy from a weak, juvenile-leaning force into a capable, educational, and rapidly developing fighting arm. It argues critics misjudge Daniels and the navy’s wartime record, urging pride in national defense.
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Admiral Sims
Daniel
New York Tribune
Life
North Carolinian
Daniels
Navy Department
Sims
General Wood
Aphrodite in New York Sparks Censorship Talk
The essay notes that Aphrodite shows physical love themes in New York expositions, provoking shock among villagers and even a near riot as Christs appear scantily clad. It laments newspapers' daily advertisements that flaunt feminine lines and curvatures, predicting a call for censorship.
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Aphrodite
New York
Christs
Manhattan
High divorce costs loom in Guilford and Almanace County
The column notes Guilford reports eleven divorces granted with many more on the docket while Almanace County lectures of twenty one divorce cases on the docket. A judge sighs and calls for rescheduling to the next term as the cost of marriage dominates headlines.
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Guilford
Almanace County
Palmer
Sedition Bill Sparks Nationwide Protests
The bill currently forming triggers a nationwide uproar as its key provision would allow the Department of Justice to arrest and incarcerate individuals without any evidence that they are evolutionaries or bolsheviki.
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Department of Justice
Greensboro Feels Loss as Shade Trees Face Threat
Citizens express concern over the destruction of shade trees in Greensboro. Local officials warn that losing trees harms the city’s appearance and natural ambiance, stressing the need to preserve tree-lined streets and green spaces.
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Greensboro
Miss M Tickle Found Residence in Gibsonville
A note notes that Miss May Tickle, referred to as Miss M, is living in Gibsonville. The source provides no further details about her status or activities.
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Miss M
May
Tickle
Gibsonville
What Liam Gained From the War Remains Unclear
Readers ponder the outcome for Liam after the conflict as details about his wartime service and gains are not yet disclosed. The question echoes across communities seeking to learn his fate, benefits, or recognition.
After War Inflames Debate on Navy Blame and Waste
The piece argues postwar investigations will not recover wasted funds spent to rapidly build army and navy to defeat Prussianism. It dismisses Admiral Sims and destroyer matters, noting the public cares mainly that German submarines were driven out and the war ended, with Congress set to probe but taxpayers bearing the bills.
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Congress
Navy Department
Admiral Sims
Deport Martens and Bolsheviks from the United States
A narrative harshly urges deportation of Ludwig Martens the self styled soviet ambassador to the United States and other Bolshevik sympathizers. The piece argues he should be sent back to Russia or confined if American citizens to protect the country from Bolshevik influence.
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Ludwig C. A. K. Martens
United States
State Department
Lansing
Martens
Russia
Germany
Pies and Shoes Sour News for Comedies
The piece notes rising prices for pies and shoe leather, blaming waning laughs at Chaplin acts as audiences face higher costs. It mocks the public’s inability to find humor when the cost of basic goods climbs and shoes wear thin.
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Charlie Chaplin
War Heroes’ Namesake Sons Struggle at Sea
Raleigh named two young men after famed Spanish war heroes face peril at sea. Commander Bagley lost his ship in the war, and Lieutenant Commander William E. Shipp witnesses his vessel sink 700 miles east of New York.
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Raleigh
Bagley
William E. Shipp
New York
Uncertain voters weigh Bill Bryan’s presidential prospects
Observers reflect on past skepticism about Bill Bryan’s candidacy as they reconsider his chances amid lingering questions about his leadership and the political landscape.
Mexican official cites starvation as cause of aviators' deaths
A Mexican government official states the two American pilots found dead in Mexico died of starvation rather than murder. The official remarks imply the deaths followed hardships after their landing.
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Mexico
Estate Revaluation Act Faces Uncertain Future
The statute remains stalled as authorities struggle with unresolved issues in property assessment reforms, while stakeholders express concern over potential delays and unintended consequences for taxpayers and local governments.
The Wets Warn Of Water’s Evils Amid Ship Distress
The wets, noting an unusually large number of ships in distress, point to water as a source of evil. This remark highlights growing concern over maritime peril and its societal impact.
Powhatan Yacht Sinking Amid Shifting Press Narratives
The Powhatan once served as the German emperor's yacht and now lies sinking. The era of western sea bandit tales wanes as New York dominates headlines.
Brooklyn Family of Eighteen Aims to Boost Census Count
A Brooklyn family with eighteen children appears to be attempting to raise the local census tally. The move suggests efforts to influence population figures and resources tied to household counts.
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Brooklyn
The Legion and Dempsey Debate as Slacker Critique
The American Legion condemns Jack Dempsey for working in a shipyard during the war, arguing he dodged the draft, while defenders say shipyard labor supported the war effort and relief for a family. The piece urges the Legion to focus on domestic issues and Bolshevism rather than criticizing citizens.
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American Legion
Jack’’ Dempsey
France
Legion
Dempsey
South Mountains Joy Foretold in Hickory Record
A press comment from the Hickory Record on Page Col Column Col notes the South Mountains will continue to be joyful, reflecting a positive tone about the region’s outlook.
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South Mountains
Hickory Record
From Their Cellars Dr Morgan on Thinking When Drunk
A Wilmington Dispatch comments on Dr Morgan of London who says men begin thinking when they stop drinking. It questions where leading politicians draw their ideas from.
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Dr. Morgan
London
Wilmington Dispatch
Another Cotton Mill for Gastonia
The Gastonia Gazette notes the Gastonia context with the line Another Cotton Mill for Gastonia and mentions the count being eighty rather than one hundred weeks ago as observed by the Charlotte Observer. The outside world and much of Gaston county had believed closer to one hundred weeks.
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Gastonia
North Carolina Liberty Bond Drive Spurs State Prosperity
North Carolina citizens bought Liberty Loans totaling 138,095,000 dollars, fueling industrial expansion and a wave of prosperity across the state. The Winston-Salem Journal credits thrift for continued growth and national strength in wartime finance.
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North Carolina
Winston-Salem Journal
Union County Chooses John Vann for Seventh District
A Monroe mass meeting shifted support from R W Lemmond to John Vann for Congress in the Seventh district. Anson's Brock announces candidacy from Mr Robinson's home county, while Randolph DA Hammer also enters. The district spans 13 counties and may yield several favorite sons.
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Union County
R. W. Lemmand
Congress
Robinson
Monroe
John Vann
Democratic Committee
Lemmond
Brock
Wadesboro
Anson
Hammer
Randolph
Charlotte Observer
Roosevelt described as rising star in national politics
Franklin D. Roosevelt the Assistant Secretary of the Navy is named as a potential successor to James W. Wadsworth Jr. in the Senate. Born in Dutchess County New York in 1882, he is related to Theodore Roosevelt and trained at Harvard and Columbia Law School. He gained early fame as an independent New York State Senator and has served in his current post since 1913, focusing on duty but defending navy policy and national aims when needed.
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Franklin D. Roosevelt
James W. Wadsworth, Jr
United States Senate
United States Navy
Mr. Roosevelt
Dutchess County
N. Y
Theodore Roosevelt
Harvard University
Columbia Law School
Albany
New York State Senate
Navy Department
Winter racing meets and boxing cards on today’s sports calendar
Racing events in Havana New Orleans and Pinehurst headline today’s sports schedule. Boxing features Tommy Murphy versus Mike Dowd in Boston and Bob Martin versus Jack Moran in Des Moines. Curling, bowling and equestrian listings round out a busy day with regional leagues and club events nationwide.
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Cuba- American Jockey Club
Havana
Business Men's Racing Association
New Orleans
Pinehurst
Tommy Murphy
Mike Dowd
Boston
Bob Martin
Jack Moran
Des Moines
Central High School Seeks New Building Through Student Appeal
Iris Burrus, a senior, writes for Central High School urging High Point citizens to support a central high school. She highlights overcrowded classes, inadequate library space, and missing courses, asking voters to back bond funding after legislative approval.
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Iris Burrus
High Point
Main Street
South Main Street
Regional and national trade groups listed by city
Calgary United Farmers of Alberta Memphis Southern Hardwood Traffic Association Minneapolis Northwest Lumber Men’s Association Denver Mountain States Hardware Dealers’ Association Lincoln Nebraska State Board of Agriculture Dallas Texas Hardware and Implement Association New York Millinery Chamber of Commerce Chicago Licensed Tugmen’s Protective Association
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Memphis, Tenn
Southern Hardwood Traffic Association
Minneapolis—Northwest Lumbermen's Association
Denver
Mountain States Hardware Dealers’ Association
Lincoln
Neb
Nebraska State Board of Agriculture
Dallas
Texas
Texas Hardware and Implement Association
New York
Birthday anniversaries mark notable figures born today
Harriet Stanton Blatch a leader in the woman suffrage movement was born in Seneca Falls New York sixty four years ago today Furnifold Mel Simmons U S senator from North Carolina born in Jones County North Carolina sixty six years ago today Thom D Boyd president of Louisiana State University born in Wytheville Virginia sixty six years ago today Josef Hofmann famed pianist born in Galicia forty three years ago today William H James pitcher for the Chicago American League team born in Detroit thirty two years ago today
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Harriet Stanton Blatch
Seneca Falls
N. Y
Furnifold Mel. Simmons
United States
North Carolina
Jones County
N. C
Thom D. Boyd
Louisiana State University
Wytheville
Josef Hofman
Galicia
Wiliam H. James
Chicago
Detroit
Secretary Wilson Urges Home Ownership Campaign
Secretary of Labor Wilson spoke at the Real Estate Board of Newark dinner at the Robert Treat hotel urging the own your own home campaign. He argued Bolshevism has no lodging in homeowners and that relief from high rentals comes from building more homes under the slogan Own your own home and build now.
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Newark
N. J
Real Estate Board of Newark
Robert Treat
Wilson
Today’s anniversaries reveal famed births and historic events
A compact list of notable anniversaries recalls Susannah Wesley born in England in 1669 and died 1742, Richard Henry Lea born Stratford 1732, Daniel Trowbridge born New Haven 1820, Franklin search voyages 1877, Constantinople conference 1877, Edward Aethern died 1881, 1895 streetcar strike riots in Brooklyn, and 1916 Southern California floods with sixteen deaths.
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Susannah Wesley
England
Richard Henry Lea
Stratford
Chantilly
Daniel Trowbridge
New Haven
Conn
Enterprise
Investigator
Sir John Franklin
Constantinople
Turkey
Edward A. Eothern
London
Liverpool
Brook
Today’s Diverse Events Across North America
The day features Edward St Edwards to be inaugurated as New Jersey governor. The Western Potato Exposition opens in Denver with events through Friday. Canada’s federation hosts a Dominion-wide prayer service. Colorado Metal Mining Association plans to voice tax opposition in Denver. The Southern Hardwood Traffic Association commences its eighth annual convention in Memphis with about 400 members. The New York Poultry and Pigeon Show opens at Madison Square Garden, largest of its kind. Northwestern Lumbermen’s convention meets in Minneapolis. Louisiana governor race likely settled by statewide Democratic primaries. Army and Navy Club hosts a dinner at the Waldorf Astoria with Pershing and Sims as guests. Clyde Milan reports improved form after winter baths in Mineral Wells.
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Denver
Federation of Women’s Mission Boards of Canada
Colorado Metal Mining Association
Southern Hardwood Traffic Association
New York
Texas
Memphis
New York Poultry and Pigeon Association
America
Madison Square Garden
Frank O. Lowden
Illinois
Northwestern Lumbermen’s Association
Minneapolis
Frank P. Stubbs
John M. Parker
Louisiana
Army
Navy
General Pershing
Admiral Sims
Waldorf- Astoria
Army and Navy Club of
C and Y Railway Schedule Effective July 10 1917
Schedule lists train arrival and departure times with disclaimer of guarantees. Stations include High Point Thomasville Gordontown Laeau es and Denton with daily and Sunday services noted.
Hall’s Catarrh Medicine Company Adverts Medical Claim
Frank J. Cheney and Co pledge 100 dollars pay if cataract cannot be cured by Hall’s Catarrh Medicine. The notarized oath confirms the senior partner’s firm in Toledo Ohio. Advertisement notes the medicine is taken internally and acts through the blood on mucous surfaces with Druggists selling at seven cents. Testimonials free. F. J. Cheney & Co., Toledo, Ohio.
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Ohico
Toledo
Lucas County
Frank J. Cheney
F. J. Cheney & Co
Hall
Gleason
Ohio
German elections spell Spartacan defeat a year ago
One year ago today in the war the German elections indicated the complete defeat of the Spartacans. President Wilson addressed a luncheon in France noting the world must organize against the peril at the frontier of France.
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Wilson
Senate
France
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J. P. Rawley
Asa Biggs
L. C. Furgurson
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Mr. Daniels
Mans
Bill Bryan
West
the Legion and
Press Comment
Vandepord
Northwestern Curling Association
Duluth
Central High School
Central
Calgary
Alta
United Farmers
Alberta
Lyn
California
Edward St. Edwards
New Jer
Sey
Clyde Milan
Washington
Mineral Wells
C. & Y. R. Railway CO
Gordontown
Lae
Denton
High Rock
Cid
Thomasville
the Printing and Office Supply Co
C. C. Deal
Mer
H. G. Harding
Richardson Building
Everett True
Cike
Jenkins — Propagandae Ganda
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