Germans’ plans to divide Allies and stir trouble
The piece argues Germany seeks to drive a wedge between Britain and the United States and among the Allies by presenting Wilson as sympathetic to German aims. It notes German aims to profit from quarrels and the vow to modify naval power while preserving Britain’s sea dominance. It warns against German spies and pro Germans influencing public opinion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
America
France
Wilson
United States
Great Britain
Germany
Local Interest in Senate Testimony on German Propaganda
The record details Senate hearings on brewers and German agents during the war. Testimony claims German propaganda aimed to intimidate Southern Black communities and rally support against the United States. Reports point to New Orleans as a propaganda hub with agents active across the South.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senate
South
New Orleans
United States
Loyal Negroes Stand With U S Against Tyranny
The text lauds German agents who supported the United States government and honors those who sacrificed in European battlefields. It asserts the Negro of the South remained loyal to white allies and together they defeated the murderer, resisting treacherous rhetoric from those seeking to betray the nation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Europe
South
Small Timbers as Social Metaphor in Business
The piece compares two by four timbers used around windows to small minded people in business who practice minor tricks and avoid broader avenues. It argues some individuals stay within narrow limits due to fear of change and reluctance to exert extra effort to pursue new paths.
Edison phonograph and home furnishings sale
Suggests Christmas buys for the Edison phonograph with a full line of disc records and many household items. Advertises electric vacuum cleaners portable desks book cases and a wide range of kitchen and decorative goods. Encourages visiting to see the new Edison and promises deals in the interest of shoppers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edison Phonograph
Globe-Wernicke
Don’t Be a Two by Four
A Shreveport Times piece argues against narrow minds in public affairs social circles and religion. It praises strong independent thinkers who seek progress and oppose gossip, intolerance, and conformity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shreveport Times
German Propaganda and the U S Press during World War I
The piece argues Bernstorff and other German propagandists tried to buy and corrupt American newspapers and writers. It credits the American press for maintaining independence, rejects covert influence, and asserts the public record showed German guilt before any gunfire.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bernstorff
Alpert
Dernberg
Germany
Lincoln
America
The
New York Tribune
Kitchen
Start saving now and open a savings account
The text advises that some men start in business with little money and you may not have that chance now. It urges you to be ready and begin saving, noting that one dollar is enough to open your account.
Birthday Honorees Include Naval Leaders and Educators
Admiral Austin Knight born Ware Massachusetts 64 years ago today. Rear Admiral James Helm born Grayville Illinois 63 years ago today. Major General William Snow born New York 50 years ago today. Governor Oscar Colquitt born Camilla Georgia 57 years ago today. Dr Isaac Sharpless born Chester County Pennsylvania 70 years ago today.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Austin M. Knight
Ware
Mass
James M. Helm
Grayville
Ill
William J. Snow
National Army
New York
Oscar B. Colquitt
Texas
Camilla
Isaac Sharpless
Haverford College
Chester County
This Date in History Highlights 1800 to 1916 Events
A compact historical chronicle lists key dates and events from 1800 to 1916. It notes arming treaties between Russia Sweden and Denmark, notable births such as John Laurence Smith and Thomas Starr King, Calabria earthquake losses, Vendome action, Queen Victoria’s visit, German raids on English coasts, Italian naval losses, and a 1916 peace conference signal from Washington.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Russia
Sweden
Denmark
England
France
John Laurence Smith
Turkey
Charleston
Louisville
Thomas Starr King
California
New York City
San Francisco
Calabria
Chanty
Vendome
Queen Victoria
Lord Beaconsfield
Hughenden
Scarboro
Hartlepool
Whitby
Intrepolo
Adriatic
Washington
Germany
Entente
Glass Named Secretary of the Treasury in Wilson Cabinet
Carter Glass, chosen to succeed William G. McAdoo, becomes Secretary of the Treasury. A eight term congressman and noted currency expert, Glass hails from Lynchburg Virginia and owns two newspapers. He is the second journalist in President Wilson's cabinet beside Josephus Daniels.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carter ‘Jlass
Wilson
Josephus Daniels
Navy
Stand Behind the President in Tests of Americanism
A historical snippet notes how citizens stood stalwart for the President and government, aiding in keeping the nation out of war at first and then mobilizing to defend American honor sovereignty and civilization as issues arose.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Orleans
States
Centenary of Noted Scientist John L. Smith
Washington D C December 16 Today marks the 100th birthday of John Laurence Smith a leading 19th century American scientist born and educated in the South He contributed to Georgia and Carolinas gold field development promoted agricultural chemistry in South Carolina and taught cotton cultivation in Turkey He later served as chemistry professor at the University of Virginia and the University of Louisville.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington, DD. C
John Laurence Smith
Turkey
First Murder Trial in Many Years in Newburyport
Antonio J. Szczpanek goes on trial for the December 10 murder of Mrs. Annie Spiewok whose battered body was found in a boarding house cellar. Two children in the house were injured. the three year old died later. The five year old survived and is a key prosecution witness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Newburyport
Mass
Antonio J. Szczpanek
Annie Spiewok
Spiewok
Armistice Marks One Year Since War End and Piave Defense
One year after the armistice between Russia and Germany, British and French troops joined Italian forces to defend the Piave line, reinforcing the front and signaling continued Allied resolve in the war effort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Russia
Germany
Piave Line
Red Cross drives ahead as Knight retires and Nixon replaces
A broad day of events includes Admiral Knight's retirement from the Asiatic fleet and Vice Admiral Sims's promotion to admiral. Carter Glass becomes Treasury Secretary succeeding McAdoo. Other items note a Paris peace conference opening, Texas local option votes, and Nevada becoming a bone-dry state.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Red Cross
Austin M. Knight
United States Navy
Carter Glass
Virginia
William G. McAdoo
Treasury
United States
John Laurence Smith
National Lumber Manufacturers’ Association
Chicago
Paris
Wilson
Texas
Tarrant County
Fort Worth
Arthur Snagge
Washington
North Carolina
Charlotte
Annapolis
William HH. Taft
Nevada
Canada
New York City
Congress
Madison Square Garden
Oscar B. Marx
Detroit
Michigan
Racing calendar entries at Jefferson Park and Cuba-American Club
Winter meeting at Jefferson Park New Orleans and the Cuba American Jockey Club Winter meeting in Havana are listed as contemporary racing events.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jefferson Park
New Orleans
Cuba-American Jockey Club
Havana
Admiral Knight Retires After Long Naval Career
Washington reports the retirement of Admiral Austin M. Knight on his 64th birthday. A veteran of 1873, Knight rose through the ranks to command the Asiatic Fleet before retirement from active service after a full career at sea and shore duties in Annapolis Washington and Newport.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Narragansett Bay Naval Station
United States War College
Newport
Admiral Knight
Washington, D. C
United States Navy
Austin M. Knight
Annapolis
Tuscarora
Pacific
Washington
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Faulk
Newester Publishing Co., Ltd
Monroe
Louisiana
Hear
Edison
Citizens National Bank OF Monroe
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Dnance and Ammunition
Knight
W. L. Rodgers
Sims
National Bank
Ouachita National Bank
A National Bank For Savings
Metalia
Rtc
Edison Piamond
Monioe
QurBank
Central Savings Bank & Trust Co
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