First and Last Church Shelled in World War Siege
Fragmentary OCR recounts shelling of a church during a siege with damage to windows bells and tower. Describes German bombardment, destruction of stained glass, bells removed, and followed by broader discussion of wartime impacts on churches and communities. Includes references to dates, battles, and places in the surrounding narrative.
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Migierve
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Ciesie
Jecetty Bakers
Gan Wiledene
Totals War Costs Plunge Into Debts and Destruction
The article warns of a 450 billion total war cost driven by a policy of expansive mobilization. It describes heavy public debt, widespread property seizure, and social upheaval as governments push for vast war efforts.
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Bern
Pruesien
British Tars to Divide Millions Amid War Debate
An erratic report details a parliamentary debate on wartime costs and the division of millions for national defense. It mentions ships, strategic roles, and the load on the treasury with references to payments, penalties, and the duties of officials in overseeing Marine expenditures.
Sailor Pendulum Rescues Girls From Fire
Five girls and eight men were trapped in a burning scene at No. S77 Fourth Street. One gunman killed and four persons were injured. No escapes were found. A sailor clung to a telephone wire with one hand and swung as a pendulum to bear the girls to safety, rescuing them from the flames.
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New York
Manager Tried Free Meals. Back Pay Sued
Springfield ML W reports C Dean, former lunch restaurant manager, attempted to feed his family without payment. Owners withheld 15 dollars in back pay and have filed court proceedings to recover the amount.
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Springfield
W. C. Dean
Dean
Huns Safer at Home in Germany Says Captain
A Chicago Tribune correspondent watches a Coblenz quarters officer warn German citizens and German born Americans who gained U.S. citizenship to stay in Germany. The captain says some former Americans are being urged to return to the United States while others fear repercussions. He notes loyalties vary and condemns those who used citizenship for convenience. The discussion covers passports, loyalties, and threats faced by Germans and German Americans.
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Germany
States
United States
Ciermany
Ameren
Anerican Leones Iver
America
Women to Fight Eight-Hour Day in St Louis
A large delegation of workers and supporters from St Louis traveled to Jefferson City to press for an eight hour day for women. They warned of nine hour shifts and potential wage cuts if the measure passes, while employers and other sectors argued against the bill. Legislative committees heard testimony as leaders pressed for federal employment and insurance provisions amid broader labor reforms, with political maneuvering shaping prospects.
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Miecourt Federation of Labor
Taxes on soft drinks voted favorably by senate committee
The senate committee on wars and means voted to report favorably a bill levying a two cent per gallon tax on soft drinks instead of five cents as proposed. Campbell Cummings of St Louis representing D Arcy Advertising and J A Simmons of Kansas City urged against passage. The recommendation will likely pass. Report favors commission expansion and term extension for supreme court commissioners. A special house committee proposed increasing commissioners from four to six and extending terms for four years, with current terms expiring in April.
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Caldwell
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Kansas City
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Wars and Means
Campbell Cummings
St. Louis
D'Arcy Advertising Company
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Kanana City
Supreme Court
John C. Dyott
Howe County
Wyeth Seow and Sulpiet rere in Sema vote
Report appears to describe a local election scene with Wyeth Seow and Sulpiet tied to a vote in Sema. Mentions a large bet on the outcome and live reporting from a cohort of observers. The fragmentary text references timing and a preference for Galere.
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Jerge Bette
Fragmented OCR text about a cabin and people in a clever setting
A garbled historical OCR fragment references a cabin and various people, with unclear actions and dialogue. It hints at travel by ferries and a bent or bent-like scene, mentioning a Shelwet cabin and a distant Bend place, but the exact events and identities are obscured.
Get New Kidneys Ad Claims Medal for Pure Health Trade
A garbled alert promotes kidney transplants and a scheme tied to a “GOLD MEDAL” prize. It touts cures and quick results, urging readers to buy kidneys and claiming dramatic health benefits. The text repeats unsafe claims about cures and encourages engaging with a dubious program.
Laureville Courier Journel Quoted Phrase Stirs Debate
A cryptic quotation from Laureville Courier Journel discusses comments on a stolen PM news item. The fragment hints at emphasis on lone comment and ongoing debate about the incident and its coverage.
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Laureville Courier Journel
Mind Your Own Business Policy With Private Secretaries
A brief note discusses when individuals may hire a private secretary. It outlines conditions under which private staff could be employed and who may authorize such arrangements. The item reflects governance language from an official or administrative context.
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