Demobilizing Greek Army and World War Frontline Actions
British rout Turks as Berlin reports Teutonic advances against Russians and Roumanians in Wallachia. Rimnik Sarat falls after heavy fighting. Dobrudja pressure grows while Braila and Filipechti near Danube face intensified assaults. Also: Greek army demobilization, Russian war-day orders, and British gains at La Arish near Suez.
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Berlin
Wallachia
Rimnik Sarat
Fokshani
Braila
Roumania
Danube
Filipechti
von Mackensen
Rimnik-Surat
Matchin
Darila
Strograd
Megara
Verdun
Lemort-Homme
Ans
France
Russia
Galicia
Volhynia
Carpathians
Macedonia
Greece
Germany
Dobrudja
Great Britain
Zlochort-Tarnopol
La-Arish
Suez Canal
Egypt
National Guard to Mobilize Men 18 to 45
Washington reports a War Department circular directs that all able bodied male citizens aged 18 to 45 be liable for national guard service in war time. If reservists or volunteers fall short, unorganized militia may be drafted to maintain battalion strength. Recruitment should avoid married men except for public interest and officer candidates.
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Washington
United States
National Guard
Congress
War Department
Guard
National Defense Act
Militia Bureau
Texas and Oklahoma Cities Surpass Eight Thousand Population
Census figures show 26 Texas cities with populations over 8 000 as of July 1 this year including Dallas 124 527 Houston 112 307 San Antonio 123 831 Fort Worth 104 562 Galveston 41 863 and 13 Oklahoma towns such as Oklahoma City 92 943 Muskogee 44 218 Tulsa 30 575 Enid 20 307 and Shawnee 18 138.
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New York
Wilson
Hughes
Mr. Wilson
Taft
Roosevelt
Benson
Debs
Hanly
Chafin
Alabama
Arizona
Arkansas
California
Eels
Colorado
Connecticut
Delaware
Florida
Georgia
Illinois
Indiana
Iowa
Kansas
Kentucky
Louisiana
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Maryland
Montana
Nebraska
Nevada
New Hampshire
New Jersey
New Mexico
North Carolina
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Ohio
Oklahoma
Oregon
Pennsylvania
Rhode Island
South Carolina
South Dakota
Tennessee
Texas
Utah
Vermont
Virginia Fe
Washington
West Virginia
Wisconsin
Wyoming
Saeveub
Lecfain
Census Bureau
Abilene
Amarillo
Austin
Beaumont
Brownsville
Cleburne
Corpus Christi
Corsicana
Texarkana
Tyler
Waco
Wichita Falls
Oklahoma—Ardimore
Chickasha
Enid
Guthrie
McAlester
Muskogee
Oklahoma City
Sapulpa
Shawnee
Tulsa
Laxative Quins Dine Tablets Ad Promises Relief
An old advertisement claims a neglected cold leads to pneumonia and urges prompt take of Laxative Quins Dine Tablets for coughs colds la grippe and headaches with a 25 cent price.
Toads Barred From Mail To Soldiers On Border
Postal authorities in the United States crack down after reports that soldiers along the Mexican border mailed live insects reptiles and other specimens. General Funston orders strict adherence to postal regulations to stop sending lizards scorpions horned toads and similar items to home.
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United States
Funston
Capadine for Headaches and Aches
An advertisement promotes Capadine as a liquid remedy for headaches and general body aches. It claims easy ingestion and notes it aids nature in restoring health.
Speaking of Women and Their Ways
A home grown philosopher jokes about women and husband treatment after long trips versus late returns. An advertisement notes Dr Peery's Dead Shot worm and tapeworm remedy that cleans mucus and tones digestion with one dose.
Poison Gas Found In Kelp By University Of Washington Chemist
Dr Seth Langdon of the University of Washington reports discovery of carbon monoxide gas in kelp floaters. Gas content in the cells ranges from eight to twelve percent carbon monoxide.
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Kelp
Pacific
Seth ©. Langdon
University of Washington
Higher duties on tea and coffee proposed in revenue plan
Washington reports a tentative program to raise funds for a 370 million dollar deficit includes higher duties on tea and coffee and tobacco products, plus 125000 bonds in Panama. The Ways and Means Committee will frame revenue legislation after congress reconvenes with President Wilson weighing bond use for emergencies and linking canal bonds to military expenditures for Mexico.
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Washington
House
Ways and Means Committee
Congress
Carranza Refuses Full Ratification of Protocol
General Carranza presses for unconditional American troop withdrawal from Mexico in a long rejection of ratifying the Atlantic City protocol. He argues the move complicates efforts to restore order in the north, while Villa gains influence as U S forces depart, prompting renewed joint commission talks.
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Washington
Mexico
Carranza
Lane
Luis Cabrera
Joint Commission
Atlantic City
J. R. Mott
George Gray
Villa
Pershing
Mansfield Cough Balsam Heals Infamed Membranes
Mansfield Cough Balsam heals the inflamed lacerated membranes and quiets tickling nerves beneath infected portions. Invaluable for babies. Price 25c and 50c.
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Mansfield
Christmas Dinner at White House With All-American Menu
President Wilson ended his Christmas celebration with a White House dinner Monday night hosting numerous relatives and friends. The meal featured an all-American menu with delicacies from various regions sent as Christmas gifts.
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Washington
Wilson
White House
Great Sandstorm Hits Camp During Punitive Expedition
Dust swept over American Camp from a southwest gale as field headquarters and soldiers huddled in shelters. The fierce wind forced officers back to quarters and created an unforgettable weather-related disruption.
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Mex
Torreon Garrison Departed as Villa Troops Advance
A report from Mexican sources states the Carranza garrison at Torreon evacuated the city or were driven out as Villa forces approached. Government agents on Monday said the garrison moved south, and the report likely originated from the outpost.
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Il Paso
Tex
Carranza
Torreon
Harnden Cow Claims World Record in Jersey Herd
A. H. Harnden of Yoakum Texas reports his Jersey cow born March 7 1914 set a world record by delivering twin calves on January 9 1916 and December 20 1916 while producing over a pound of butter daily all year.
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Yoakum
Tex
A. H. Harnden
Harnden
Jerseys
Texas Soldiers Rout Nebraskans
Corpus Christi Texas Second Texas Infantry walloped the Fourth Nebraska Infantry at Llano Grande 68 to 0 extending an undefeated streak this season.
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Texas
Corpus Christi
Tex
Texas Infantry
Nebraska Infantry
Llano Grande
Tornado Damages Plantations and Crops Near Tallulah
A tornado struck the district around Tallulah Louisiana and damaged plantation property and winter crops. The event affected plantations in the vicinity as reported from Vicksburg Mississippi observations.
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Louisiana Plantations
Vicksburg
Miss
Tallulah
National Shipping Board Appointments Nominated
President Wilson Friday nominated five men to the government shipping board. William Denman of San Francisco Bernard N. Baker of Baltimore John A Donald of New York John Barber White of Kansas City and Theodore Brent of New Orleans were named as members.
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National Shipping Board
Washington
Wilson Friday
Government Shipping Board
William Denman
San Francisco
Bernard N. Baker
Baltimore
John A. Donald
New York
John Barber White
Kansas City
Theodore Brent
New Orleans
Precooling Plant Fire Ravages Bay City Plant
A San Benito ice and precooling plant in Bay City Texas was destroyed by fire on Friday. The loss is estimated at $50,000 for the logs and equipment.
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Bay City
Tex
San Benito
The Young Idea Again
The three year old son of Dr B. 8. Potter, superintendent of the county hospital for the incurable insane at Julietta, has been with his father in his automobile when the father exclaimed Ive killed it as the engine stopped. The boy witnessed his mother sew with a broken needle and cried Now youve killed it mamma.
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B. 8. Potter
Julietta
GROVE'S TASTELESS TONIC CLAIMS malaria cure and iron boost
An old advertisement touts GROVE'S TASTELESS CHILL TONIC as a remedy to drive out malaria and strengthen the body with quinine and iron. The label highlights quinine for malaria and iron for vitality, priced at 50 cents.
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GROVE
Noted Complaint Turns On Hurled Insults At Husband
A speaker asks to write down a heated exchange where a husband is described with harsh epithets. The incident captures a tense moment as a spouse accuses and contemplates retaliation through recorded words. The quarrel centers on personal conflict and reputational remarks.
Death Lurks in a Weak Heart Ad Promises Cure
An advertisement warns of heart disease with a skipped warning about Renovine as a cure. It claims quick relief for first symptoms at a price of $1.50 and urges caution about delays and penalties. The ad is paired with short quotes from a publication titled All She Wanted to Know and a humorous exchange about money.
Fortune's Knocks Birthstones and Destiny Jibe
A humorous strip or column explores how birthstones allegedly steer fate, with a character quipping that life has shown him a brickbat rather than a favorable gem. The exchange captures lighthearted fortune themes and witty fate talk.
Spectator Critique of Finance Speculator Draws Attention
Readers comment on a prominent financial speculator’s performance and how others profit from his moves. The dialogue notes the speculator appears confident while hinting that many others benefit or suffer from his actions.
Iota Rice Milling Buys 35000 Bags of Rough Rice
Crowley Louisiana firm United Irrigation and Rice Mill sells about 35 000 bags of rough rice to Iota Rice Milling Company. The transaction covers several grades and reflects prevailing market prices for the season.
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Crowley
Iota Rice Milling Company of
Iota
United Irrigation and Rice Mill Company of
A Creole Conception and the French Oriole Woman
A humorous remark from a masculine Malaprop representative returning from a Southern trip recalls New Orleans and its French cooking. The standout impression was the beauty of the French oriole woman, noted with wry humor by an Oakland Tribune reader.
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New Orleans
Oakland Tribune
Life magazine quotes on modern girl attitudes
A dialogue from Life magazine presents two modern girls discussing Dollie. The first notes uncertainty about Dollie and senses something queer. The second asserts Dollie has an effeminate streak.
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Dollie
Woman's Crowning Glory Hair Dressing Ad
An advertisement promotes La Cre ole Hair Dressing to cover gray hair naturally. It claims the product will restore a woman’s crowning glory with a simple, natural change. Price is $1.00.
Financial Dialogue on Saving Money Advice
In a terse exchange a person seeks practical guidance to save income. Another voice offers no instruction, insisting the speaker already knows how to earn but lacks a plan to save. The fragment suggests a focus on financial discipline.
Real Cause. Thirteen at the table sparks superstition discussion
Host explains the concern is not superstition but the household has only a dozen silver knives and forks for thirteen. The wife’s eyes are sore and blood shot yet improve after nightly use of Roman Eye Balsam.
Family secrecy shatters marriage plans in life story
A whispered confession reveals a father’s suspicions about a planned marriage to a sister. One character learns the truth only last night while another notes a second confidant. The scene underscores family drama and the weight of unspoken arrangements.
The Mechanical Process Briggins and His Art Opinion
Briggins earned his art critic reputation by tilting his head and squinting one eye whenever a picture is shown. The remark suggests a quirky, deeply analytical gaze.
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Briggins
Exploded Idea Sparks Talk on Safe Dynamite Transport
A witty debate frames the danger of dynamite transport with a remark about a failed idea. The line underscores concerns over carrying explosive materials and public safety.
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Torreon Garrison
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Hostetter
Fletcher
7 Maker
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