Memorial plan honors Meriwether Lewis legacy in Virginia
Virginia aims to fund a memorial estate near Charlottesville for Meriwether Lewis. Proposals call for turning the property into a state managed site with a women's college affiliated to the University of Virginia. The story also recounts Lewis and Clark explorations and early U.S. military roles.
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Washington
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Pacific
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Kentucky
Japan to Dispatch Troops to Manchuria Border
Tokio reports the government issued a statement that under an agreement with China, due to danger threatening Manchuria's border, Japan is dispatching troops there. The move follows tensions and flags potential regional consequences as authorities seek to deter threats.
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British Made Progress. The British Have
London reports progress for Britain in ongoing events as of August 17, noting advances and developments. The brief dispatch highlights continued momentum, with authorities signaling cautious optimism about strategic positions and outcomes.
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London
Millions Embarked as U S Forces Reach Europe and Asia
General March told the senate military committee that over 1 450 000 American soldiers have been embarked from the United States including personnel to Italy and Siberia and France. He said the plan aims to form 80 divisions in France by June next year. Elsewhere the Newark estate of Gottfeld Krueger, enemy-alien due to German ties, was taken over by the alien property custodian. Also, freight-rate increases on several grains were challenged by farmers groups, and the I W W trial here went to the jury.
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Senator Jacob Gallinger Dies at Age 89 in New Hampshire
United States Senator Jacob Gallinger of New Hampshire died today at Franklin. He was the oldest senator by years and by length of service, having served in the Senate since 1891.
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United States
Jacob Gallinger
New Hampshire
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Today’s events mark war anniversary and public gatherings
The 478th day of the Great War centennial notes Sidney Egerton’s birth as Montanas first territorial governor. Lynn hosts the National Federation of City and Town Employes convention while Portland welcomes Union veterans for the Grand Army of the Republic encampment. New Hampshire launches Old Home Week with return visits from natives, ongoing since 1899.
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New Hampshire
Haig Reports Progress Across Picardy Front Lines
Marshal Haig announces progress in Picardy with British forces pushing north of the Amiens-Roye road and Ancre, and gaining ground near Vieux Berquin at the Lys salient apex. The disclosure signals continuation of Allied pressure on enemy positions in the region.
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Artillery Fire
London reports on the Wesle front where American troops are in line with only artillery fire and raids observed along the lines.
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French Make Progress in Leges Wood Near Roye
Paris reports the French advanced in Leges wood south of Roye with artillery firing west of Roye at night. Northwest of Ribecourt French forces repulsed two strong German attacks.
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Roye
Leges Wood
Ribecourt
Army casualty list totals 90 with breakdowns
Washington August 17 army casualty list shows 90 total. Killed in action 17. Died of wounds 1. Died of accident or other causes 2. Wounded severely 181. Wounded degree undetermined 20. Missing in action 19.
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British steamer Miko torpedoed off Cape Hatteras
British tank steamship Miko was torpedoed by a German submarine off Cape Hatteras last night. Coastguards rescued the crew as the torpedo struck amidships and gasoline cargo exploded. The submarine was sighted offshore awaiting more victims.
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Miko
Cape Hatteras
Hatteras
Newton officer Henry Maclure missing in France
American Army report from France states Lieut. Henry Maclure of Newton Mass has been missing since July 15 while protecting observing planes. He became detached from his squadron and vanished.
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Henry Maclure
Newton
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Governor Lewis Death In Kentucky Home
A private home in Kentucky reported the death of Governor Lewis by suicide during a period described as a hypochondria fit. The event occurred on October 8, 1809.
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Kentucky
Lewis
German Aviators Missing Reported Since July First
Washington reports thirteen of Germany's top aviators are missing in action since July 1, per an official dispatch from France. The list reflects leaders in German aviation and underscores ongoing air combat developments in World War I.
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Washington
Germany
France
Bank Statement of the Laredo National Bank June 29 118
Condensed resources and liabilities list for Laredo National Bank at close of business on June 29 118 including loans and discounts United States bonds other bonds and securities stock in Federal Reserve Bank and other items total assets 2 516 908 35 liabilities 2 516 158 21 in addition names of officers J K Beretta president B M Alexander vice president M W Brennan assistant cashier Sam W Brown cashier A L Vidaurri assistant cashier.
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Federal Reserve Bank Redemption Fund
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B M. Alexander
M. W. Brennan
Sam W. Brown
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