Diplomatic Note on German naval conduct in 1915
The 1915 communication from the U S Secretary of State to the American ambassador in Berlin condemns German submarine and air attacks on neutral and American ships, demands adherence to international law, and calls for disavowal and reparations while preserving U S rights and safety of citizens. It cites the Lusitania, Arabic and other incidents, urging humane warfare and strict German accountability.
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Lusitania
Department of State
Washington
Ber UN
United States
Palaba
Marios
Lens € Thresher
Citien
Cushing
Gulflieht
Megard
Germany
Acta
Uniti
Great Britain
U. S
Kingdom of Prussia
Shilpa
Bryan
There's Room at the Top and in Hair Care
A barber shop scene from Philadelphia Ledger features a man facing fate as a barber shaves him and asks about shampoo while he admires his reflection. Interjections from Alexander Akinside and Judge Not Superstitious, plus a quip about a table of twelve, add wit from Woman's Home Companion.
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Philadelphia Ledger
Fragmented Note Reflects Disillusionment with Der Features
The writer laments failed proposals and growing disillusionment with Der features, admitting a fondness only for a few aspects and expressing doubt about the overall quality after multiple tries. The fragment hints at disappointment and personal sentiment without concrete details.
Train hold up reported at a local ball by two suspects
Police report a nighttime disturbance at a charity ball where a man and a woman, described as potential perpetrators, were seen holding up a passing train. Details remain sparse with no injuries reported and no arrests confirmed.
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Picane
Cinke
Nationalities Barred by New York Steamship Lines
New York representatives of Mc Wallan steamship lines admitted they had instructions to refuse passage to women and children of German Austrian or Turkish nativity, and to Americans of German Austrian or Turkish birth. The disclosure came from agents Slartfeld Solart for five large Italian lines. After the war began, Italians refused to carry those of German or Turkish nationality or those who might be selected for the high seas.
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New York
Mc Wallan Steamship Lines
Getttan
Slartfeld
Solart
Search German Steamers At Hoboken And Brooklyn Docks
In Hoboken 70 customs inspectors finished a search of German ships. They planned to extend checks to German and Austrian vessels in Brooklyn and then inspect every ship for hidden explosives. Reports say the searches targeted locating any hidden devices aboard.
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New York
Hoboken
Brooklyn
Jane Addams Hopes There'll Be No War
London reception honors Jane Addams, U S delegate to Hague women’s conference. Asked about Lusitania sinking impact on peace movement, she said she cannot speak for public feeling but sincerely hopes there will be no war. She plans to travel to Holland and then Germany.
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Jane Addams
Women of
London
the Hague
Miss Addams
Publc
Holland
Germany
A Fashion Note on Car Pe Wear at Band Meetings
A fashion note states automobile pe will be worn in a special way. It notes the practice of wearing it on one side at all Band on meetings.
Illinois Woman Mayor Hopeful In Contested Election
An Illinois woman seeks the mayoralty amid a disputed first ward race. The campaign faces scrutiny over misprinted ballots and a protest from a union of local officials. The outcome remains uncertain as parties await official results and potential recounts.
Private Armies and Secrecy Across the Realm
A fragmentary text discusses private armies and blurred lines of private conduct. It references a duke commanding a private force of about four hundred men and notes historical fear of armed bands shaping public life.
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Miense
Forelan Affairs
Alexander Akinside
Res
J. Fuller Gloom
Paterson
Atlantic
Dardanelles
Hirwtinh
Watt
Jeship Goliath
Reverul
Wea
Atlantic Fleet
Hill
New York State Nautical School
Chip St Thomas
Ste Starre
Aid of St Thoms
Illinois
Mayer
Warrom
Stefe
Tokyo
Japan
Polos
Vieteris
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