Twenty-three States Go Dry Under Reed Amendment
Thirty states are touched by the Reed amendment prohibiting liquor shipments into dry areas. Twenty three states are wholly dry as of midnight June 30, with eleven more partially affected. Severe penalties include a $1000 fine and six months imprisonment for shipping or advertising liquor into prohibition regions. Strong enforcement is planned by federal authorities.
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Washington
Justice and Post Office Department
United States
Old Time Trail Drivers’ Reunion Opens in San Antonio
San Antonio host of the third annual Old-Time Trail Drivers’ Association reunion features sunburned plainsmen in frontier attire reenacting famous stamping grounds. Officers elected include George W. Saunders as president J B Murrah as vice president Luther A Lawson as secretary and R B Pumphrey as treasurer.
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San Antonio
Tex
Plains
George W. Saunders
J. B Murrah
Luther A. Lawson
R. B. Pumphrey
American destroyers repelled U boat attack in crossing
Washington reports the last ships of the first American overseas expedition reached a French port safely. German submarines attacked the convoy twice en route across the Atlantic but American warships defended the group without any losses among crew or ships. At least one submarine was destroyed.
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Washington
Daniels
Atlantic
Water Tank Falls on Whaleback Steamer Columbus
Eleven dead and at least ten injured when a fifty ton water tank toppled from Milwaukee riverfront onto the Whaleback steamer Christopher Columbus as she swung for the return trip to Chicago with about four hundred passengers.
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Milwaukee
Wis
Milwaukee River
Chicago
Sun Time to Govern Closing Hour
The Texas Supreme Court overruled a motion for rehearing in the Henry B. Terrell v. J. O. Walker case from Dallas County. The court held that sun time rather than standard time should govern saloon opening and closing hours in Texas, delivering a final decision.
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Austin
Tex
Supreme Court
Henry B. Terrell
J. O. Walker
Dallas County
Texas
Auto Registration Extension Ends July 15 in Texas
Texas highway commission extends enforcement of highway commission law for 15 days until July 15 due to inability to issue all registration licenses. Ruling also applies to the dimmer requirements for automobiles.
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Austin
Tex
State Highway Commission
Highway Commission
Governor Proclaims Enlistment Week in Texas
Governor Ferguson designates the week starting July 4 as enlistment week and urges men ages 18 to 45 to join the Texas National Guard across the state.
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Austin
Tex
Ferguson
Texas National Guard
Lunacy Law Declared Unconstitutional by Texas Supreme Court
The Texas Supreme Court ruled that the lunacy statute of the thirty third legislature, which used a physician commission to determine insanity without jury trial, is unconstitutional. The decision notes the commission's findings are final, non appealable, and lack a jury trial, invalidating habeas corpus proceedings in such cases.
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Austin
Tex
Supreme Court
William E. Hawkins
el Paso County
Eighth Court of Civil Appeals
Lomax Injunction Dissolved by Texas Court
Judge Ireland Graves in Austin overruled relator pleas and sustained demurrers in the Lomax vs McReynolds injunction suit. Lomax sought to bar Regents from ousting UT President Vinson and faculty. Plaintiff Lomax loses the case.
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Austin
Tex
Ireland Graves
Twenty-Sixth District Court
John A. Lomax
G. S. McReynolds
Lomax
Me. Reynolds
University of Texas
Vinson
Coastal oil fields report steady output in Houston area
Coastal oil fields in Houston posted an average near 84 000 barrels per day for the past week with no large completions except in one pool. Edgerly Lyons Gulf Coast Oil Co finished No. 1 Fairchild at 3200 feet and flowing 1500 barrels daily. Goose Creek had no flowing wells but several good pumpers completed.
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Houston
Tex
Edgerly
Lyons Gulf Coast Oil Company
Fairchild
Goose Creek
First Texas Bale Sells for Red Cross Aid on Cotton Exchange
The first bale of new Texas cotton sold at the Cotton Exchange auction for Red Cross relief. Hubbel Slack & Co of Houston donated the bale. Proceeds totaled 1500 dollars plus 1000 from exchange members, boosting the Red Cross war fund. Overall New York totals reach 388 298 391 39 dollars with gains to date 42 502 18.
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New York
Texas
Cotton Exchange
Red Cross
Hubbel, Slack & Co
Houston
Exchange
Red Cross War Fund
New York City
Submarine Toll Reported in Weekly Summary
The weekly shipping summary issued on Wednesday records 15 British merchant ships over 1,600 tons sunk and 5 vessels under that tonnage sunk. Eleven fishing vessels were also lost.
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London
Mulford Wins 150-Mile Omaha Speedway Race
Ralph Mulford drove a Hudson to victory in the 150 mile Omaha speedway event with a time of 1 hour 28 minutes 53 seconds and an average speed of 101.26 mph. Joe Thomas and Walter Haines finished second and third, Mercer entrants. Mulford started fifth and moved to third by the 100 mile mark.
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Omaha, Neb
Ralph Mulford
Omaha Speedway
Joe Thomas
Mercer
Walter Haines
Mulford
Socialist Parade Sparks Riot in Boston
In Boston on Sunday a socialist parade described as a peace demonstration descended into riotous scenes as self-organized squads of uniformed soldiers and sailors disrupted the march. Red flags and socialist banners were trampled amid the clashes.
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Boston
Mass
Suffragists Create Disturbance at White House Riot
Washington saw a suffrage demonstration by women in front of the White House on July 4 erupt into a riot with eighteen arrests.
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Washington
Women’s Party
White House
Riots in East St Louis Prompt Army Inquiry
A federal inquiry led by Colonel George H. Hunter began into Monday’s East St Louis race riots that left 37 dead and about 310 negro homes burned. National Guardsmen patrolled and many negro residents fled to St. Louis as authorities plan grand jury presentations.
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ST. Louis
East St. Louis
Ill
George H. Hunter
Central Division
United States Army
Hunter
Thomas H. Barry
Chicago
Central Department
Illinois National
Cahokia Creek
St. Clair County Grand Jury
East St Louis
Need for Judicial Reform Voiced in Texas Bar Meeting
Houston reports the State Bar Association calls for reform of Texas judicial procedure to shorten case disposition times while advising prudence. The group notes the next regular legislative session begins January 1919, with a 1918 summer convention planned.
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Houston
Tex
Texas
State Bar Association
Bar Association
Ruling Clarifies Age Rule Under Highway Law
Austin Attorney General B F Looney states the new highway commission law allows under 18s to drive for private or family use, with 18-year limit applying to chauffeurs. He also clarifies the act went into effect July 1 and is in force now, not July 10.
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Austin
Tex
B. F. Looney
State Highway Commission
Highway Commission
Friday
Mexico Shifts Toward Allies After Pro-Entente Push
In Mexico a pro ally sentiment has grown in the last thirty days with a move toward an open break with Germany. El Universal initiated the drive in Mexico City and northern regions show support, despite pro German views published in Chihuahua and other papers funded by German interests.
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el Paso
Tex
Mexico
el Universal
Germany
Chihuahua City
Camps to accommodate 35000 guards at Texas and Oklahoma sites
Washington reports that national guard units called into federal service will be housed in tent camps in Texas at Fort Worth Houston and Waco and in Oklahoma at Fort Sill. The setup will provide for about 35000 men and 10000 horses and mules, with water sewerage works kitchens mess halls hospitals and storehouses built to fit each camp.
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Washington
National Guard
Federal Service
Texas
Fort Worth
Houston
Waco
Oklahoma
Fort Sill
Senate Moves To Debate Food Bill With Limited Debate
The Senate, facing a possible cloture move, agreed by unanimous consent to start consideration of the food bill's prohibition section and related amendments or substitutes with debate limited.
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Washington
Senate
England Receives $25 Million Loan From McAdoo
Washington reports that $25,000,000 was placed to the credit of Great Britain Tuesday by Secretary McAdoo. The loans to Britain rise to $586,000,000 and total Allied lending reaches $1,043,000,000.
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Washington
Great Britain
McAdoo
Colonel Cornwallis West Dies At Ruthin Castle
Colonel William Cornwallis West dies at Ruthin Castle North Wales aged 82. He was one of England's most lauded proprietors and a prominent figure.
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London
William Cornwallis West
Ruthin Castle
North Wales
West
England
Greece Breaks Diplomatic Relations With Four Central Powers
In Athens the Greek government announces breaking diplomatic relations with Germany Austria Hungary Bulgaria and Turkey amid the war crisis.
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Greece
Germany
Athens
Austria-Hungary
Bulgaria
Turkey
Former State Senator Storey Dies in Fort Worth
Fort Worth Texas A B Storey once Caldwell county state senator died suddenly Thursday in Fort Worth.
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Fort Worth
Tex
A. B. Storey
Caldwell County
Save a Doctor's Bill Ad for Mississippi Diarrhea
An old advertising notice promotes keeping Mississippi Diarrhea Cordial for stomach complaints. The ad markets a 25 cent and 50 cent bottle by Ady.
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Mississippi
Evening chores end with a moving picture plan
A quoted exchange shows a man finishing work then planning a movie with his wife after supper. The ad promotes a Roman Eye Balm claiming relief for inflammation of the eyes both external and internal with a single nightly application.
Pawnshop Window Quips About European Scepters
In a discarded line a character notes mandolins and guitars fill a pawnshop window while contrasting Europe where pawnshop fronts are said to display old scepters. The exchange uses light humor to juxtapose cultural objects.
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Europe
Ups and Downs
A brief line of dialogue depicts a man recalling a failed romantic effort. He describes sacrificing a favorable position to impress a girl, only to be rejected as she dismissed him rather than appreciating the gesture.
Freckles Treatment Promises Clear Complexion
An ad promotes Othine double strength to remove freckles with nightly applications. It claims rapid results, warns that more than an ounce may be needed, and offers a money back guarantee if it fails to remove freckles. A quip about Pompeii follows, noting war damaged churches in comparison.
Say So Do you support any charity
A dialogue fragment moves from a question about charity to a personal note about a son in college and a reference to James J. Hill, deceased, who left fifty million dollars in property in Minnesota.
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James J. Hill
Minnesota
Save the Babies Castoria Safe Use Message
The article warns that infant mortality is high in civilized countries and many deaths are linked to narcotic infant remedies. It promotes Castoria as safe, noting it contains no opiates if it bears the signature of Chas. H. Fletcher and urges parents to avoid narcotic drops and syrups. It emphasizes responsible labeling and safe choices for children's remedies.
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Chas. H. Fletcher
WinterSmiths Chill Tonic and a Clever Host Trick
A party tale centers on a hostess sending a photograph to Life for a witty caption contest while guests sample cigars misattributed as gifts from the host’s wife. The box carries a card reading From Uncle James, prompting amused reflections on clever social games.
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London
James
Lemon Lotion for Skin Whitening and Softening
A beauty tip describes making a lemon skin lotion by mixing juice from two lemons with three ounces of orchard white in a bottle. Strain to remove pulp and store. apply daily to face neck arms and hands to soften brighten and even skin tone with a fragrant result.
Latin in Literature Sparks Dismissive Remark
Mr Growcher doubts Latin study aids modern trends saying literature should not use the old tongue and that best sellers or ragtime wouldn’t be written in Latin. The exchange highlights tension between classical language study and contemporary writing styles.
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Mr. Growcher
Wrights Indian Vegetable Pills Advert Atonic Purgative
Wright's Indian Vegetable Pills are described as containing only vegetable ingredients that act as a tonic and purgative through stimulation rather than irritation, emphasizing a gentle corrective effect.
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Wright
Prison Exchange Sparks Caution Over Temptation
A dialogue reveals a convict urging restraint after release, warning against rushing into temptation as a visitor urges patience. The exchange emphasizes reflection before choices following incarceration.
Plantation Chill Tonic Promises Fever Relief
An advertisement proclaims NO MALARIA NO CHILLS and guarantees Plantation Chill Tonic will drive away chills and fever or a refund. Priced at 50 cents, the ad urges readers to buy for remedies.
Mas ther Harold puzzle from broken willow plate
Norah breaks a willow pattern plate and consoles Mistress Oh saying it will become a single puzzle for Mas ther Harold as a keepsake moment in the home.
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Norah
Masther
Harold
Slacker Joke About Wedding Dance Bet
A playful exchange shows a friend grateful for a favor promising to dance at a wedding while the other laments the wish that it had already happened, highlighting lighthearted wedding banter.
Choosing His Words as Humorous Exchange
The caption hints at a light moment between spouses with a sharp reply about making room for a word in edgeways. It reflects a domestic joke theme often found in contemporary humor columns.
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Edgeways
Foresight Defines Borrowing Umbrella in Rain
A concise saying notes foresight is knowing where to borrow an umbrella when rain begins. It frames anticipation as practical preparation and resource awareness.
Femenina Ad Promises Relief for Female Ailments
An advertisement by Ady offers Femenina for female disorders claiming relief with prices 50c and $1.00. The wording emphasizes quick cures and targets women seeking treatment.
Farmer and Irishman Meet Twice In Same Field
A farmer spots an Irishman and his dog trespassing on his land. Later, in another area of the same field, the man is surprised again and is reminded by the farmer that it is still trespassing. The Irishman replies that it is fair play.
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Pat
Erysipelas and Chilblains Treated by Tetterine Remedy
An old established remedy, Tetterine, is promoted as a cure for eczema tetter ground itch infant sore head chaps and chafes. The advertisement highlights its effectiveness for various skin diseases and conditions.
Tetterine praised by Atlanta man in local notice
J R Maxwell of Atlanta Georgia credits Shuptrine's Tetterine with curing a severe eczema after trying six remedies. He reports complete relief after using three dollars worth of Tetterine and soap. Ad appears with price details and Savannah Ga contact.
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J. R. Maxwell
Atlanta, Ga
Savannah Ga
Ady
Eight Languages Stir Reichsrath Debate In Empire Wide Speech War
The Reichsrath debates Austro-Hungarian peace efforts while eight official languages symbolize the tongue war within the empire. The Slavonian voice leads with a self naming joke as "Slovan" means to speak in Old Slavonian, portraying others as quiet.
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Reichsrath
Babel
Empire
London Daily Chronicle
Abandoned Industry Spoken in London Tattler
Dialogue reveals farmers debating pig farming shifts amid changing times as Henry asks Jorge about progress and George admits little interest since a personal loss.
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Henry
Jorge
George
Enery
London Tattler
Real Nature Ghost of a Show
A witty exchange about a spirit meeting described as nothing more than a ghost of a show. The quip hints at a staged or insubstantial event with a playful, theatrical tone. No concrete people or places are named in the readable text.
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