Humble Henry letter sparks debate on Germany and war
The piece surveys an Open Letter from Prince Henry of Prussia to King George carried by a Hamburg paper. It argues Germany’s demand for accountability, condemns Allied leaders, and cites Edith Cavell and the Lusitania deaths. It laments inflation blamed on grain and Wilson's Food Administration. The tone criticizes German postwar excuses while calling Congress to address food prices.
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Prince Henry
George
Hamburg
England
Amerongen
Wilhelm
Germany
House of Hohenzollern
Attila
Edith Cavell
Captain Fryatt
Luistania
Poland
Serbia
Prince Henry of
Prussia
Phila
Public Ledger
Congress
White House
Wilson
Food Administration
USA
Trade and war era views on market crises and workers
A fragment reflects on the wheat market crisis and calls for action by the Washington administration to reduce living costs. It also includes a quotation about soldiers shaping character and a job applicant who served in the war, highlighting earlier wartime values in industry and export business.
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Washington Administration
New York Sun
Pog
France
The Soldier Returns as a Jack of One Trade
The old view of the wandering hero shifts to a disciplined veteran who gains quick judgement loyalty and courage from war training. He learns one or two definite jobs and excels at them. The War Department under Col Arthur Woods aids returning servicemen in finding new work when old jobs are filled.
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War Department
Col
Arthur Woods
Secretary of War
Meat Trust Prosecutions Likely Civil Or Criminal
Attorney General Palmer announced anti trust suits against Armour Swift Morris Wilson and Cudahy as the first concrete move in curbing living costs. The government intends to haul these meat packers before federal courts, citing a clear violation of anti trust laws. Prosecutions may be civil or criminal, Palmer said, noting the law allows both types.
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Meat Trust
Washington
Palmer
Armour
Swift
Morris
Wilson
Cudahy
Federal Trade Commission
Every Rail Strike Fever Grips Northeastern Rail Lines
A published note details a Washington conference of railroad Brotherhood leaders to discuss private railroad corruption findings and to seek time to present evidence to Congress and the public. Meanwhile New Haven strike actions erupt as thousands of shopmen walk out across Connecticut and neighboring yards. A Western prediction of a three day disruption follows, with railroads ordered to accept freight only if not delayed by the strike.
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Washinton
Congressional Committees
Congress
New Haven
Boston
New Enrich
Miu
Mel
Hanover
Mid-West
Second U P s Have Picnic Under Reverend James A Lawrence
Members of the Second United Presbyterian Church directed by Rev. Dr. James A. Lawrence held a well attended picnic despite threatening weather.
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Second United Presbyterian Church
James A. Lawrence
Willian B. Kelas and Miss Graed My Prititerd
Willian B. Kelas and Miss Graed My Prititerd, a well known young couple, announce their engagement and forthcoming marriage at the Home of Mrs Le Spnikhe in Moeelaaieshur. The ceremony is to be performed by Reverend WoL Mykee at Tapsest Church, with friends Doon Wastt Selioel present.
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Willian B. Kelas
Miss Graed
Moeelaaieshur
Walia
Hs Tapsest
Dahl Felicitous Fair Garottis Pageant Delight
A Wednesday afternoon performance featured enthusiastic laths and a lively picnic supper. Timbers and other numbers drew cheers as the event unfolded, with the overall production pleasing attendees.
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Dahl
Mine fuse vote urges safer blasting in bituminous mines
At a meeting of 30 mine representatives from bituminous districts, a resolution recommended using fuses for blasting in bituminous mines of the state. The move follows recent accidents in such mines. Current mining laws require electrical blasting gear in gaseous mines, not in the bituminous ones.
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Pitaburgh
Negroes Work and Whites Leave Chicago Plant
Fragmentary OCR describes tension as black workers stay on the job while white workers abandon work in Chicago. It notes 150 white men removed from the Swift and Company machine shop, with references to guarding the black employees amid the disruption.
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Chicago
Staal Vards
Swift
Brett Col to Fort Meyer War Action Report
Brevet Col Brett sent to Fort Meyer after surviving a wartime skirmish. He assumed command amid confusion, with injuries noted and his return from Chump Ta, Va, referenced. The fragment mentions Second Cavalry service and a Wednesday meeting during a parade or duty period.
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Chump Tae
Miss Peterman Entertains at Water Cove Party
Mrs Miss Peterman hosted a gathering for friends at Water Cove with notable guests from Anchorage and Cleveland. The event included music, conversation, and a seaside afterglow as attendees enjoyed a social evening aboard a steamer route.
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