Propaganda and Irish Revolution Ties in German Papers
Washington reports reveal from 1916 Von Igel files how German agents in the United States used letters and ciphered notes to back anti-British and pro German aims. The committee cites contacts with the German embassy and Consulate, funding for propaganda, a spy network, and plans for operations in Ireland, Mexico, and U.S. labor circles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Germany
Committee On Public Information
Department
New York
Wolfe von Igel
von Igel
Count von Mernstorff
United States
Cated
Enta
Devor
Gaelic American
American Truth Society
Jeremiah A. O'Leary
Bull
Sender
G. S. Viereck
Viereck
Edwin Emerson
Telegram Reveals Secret Dutch Cartridge Sale Link
A Berlin telegram reports a covert sale orchestrated by Carl Heysen via a roundabout channel. The deal involves 300,000 chests of cartridges and 200 tons of powder, with contact requested through the Holland commission and mentions Hatzfeldt in a foreign office context.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Berlin
Carl Heysen
Holland
Holland Commission
Foreign Office
German secret service links to Hamburg American line bureau
The text describes Prince Hatzfeldt as a German embassy official and outlines how the Hamburg American Line’s investigation bureau, termed an innocent pretending agency, operated as the company’s secret service. Under Paul Koenig it became linked to the German diplomatic secret service with a July 20 1917 letter noting payments to an unnamed operative who threatened to place bombs on Allied ships in U S ports. Money reportedly flowed from German sources via embassy channels to Sir Roger Casement in London.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prince Hatzfeldt
Hamburg American Line
Bureau of Investigation
Hamburg American Steamship Company
Paul Koenig
O. R
von Papen
United States
Roger Casement
London
Lumber Prices Set for Shipbuilding in the South
The Southern pine emergency bureau says the United States shipping board will pay mills 40 dollars per thousand for timbers to be used in 160 wooden ships to be built in the South, in addition to 144 schedules already placed with mills. The price is higher than the previous rate for the earlier schedules.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Orleans
Southern Pine Emergency Bureau
United States Shipping Board
South
Second Liberty Loan Campaign Set for Four Weeks
Washington announces a four week second liberty loan campaign from October 1 to October 27 with Liberty Day on October 24. Patriotic meetings are planned nationwide and official details will follow after Congress acts on the 11 billion dollar bond bill.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Congress
German intrigue and Lansing disclosures on German agents
Secretary Lansing released a string of confidential German communications detailing espionage and covert influence efforts. The notes describe funds and plans to sway U.S. congress, support Irish independence, and secret bomb and microbe plots linked to German agents abroad.
Ambiguous appeal for funds to influence Congress through a known group
A quoted author requests authority to disburse up to fifty thousand dollars to sway Congress via a named organization to prevent war. He notes the need for a German public official declaration supporting Ireland to gain Irish influence locally.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Lansing
Count von Bernstorff
Berlin
Congress
Foreign Office
von Bernstorff
Ireland
German Ambassador and Spy Network Tied to Sussex Pact Breach
Nine days before Germany’s unrestricted submarine warfare pledge, Count von Bernstorff assured the U S government that Germany would honor the Sussex pledge. Evidence suggests he directed Boy Ed and Von Papen in bomb plots, passport frauds, spying, and other covert activities leading to the U S breaking relations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Count von Bernstorff
Germany
United States
von Bernstorff
Ignrance
Boy-Ed
von Papen
German Secret Service
German and Austro-Hungarian Replies to Pope Benedict Peace Appeal
The German and Austro-Hungarian governments respond to Pope Benedict’s peace proposals. Emperor Charles calls for negotiations based on the pontiff’s plan and seeks a just lasting peace with a world order free of armed force, seas freedom, and international justice. Emperor William expresses high respect and gratitude, calling the pope’s note an emphatic peace appeal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Benedict
William
Vatican
Germany
Austro-Hungary
Charles
Ferguson Removed as Governor of Texas in Senate Impeachment
Texas Senate voted to remove James B. Ferguson from the governor’s office and disqualify him from holding any state office. The court of impeachment adjourned sine die, setting a precedent cited by members as lasting through the commonwealth’s history. Ferguson issued a statement claiming he was not impeached and announced a bid for a third term.
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James E. Ferguson
Senate
Austin
Tex
Senate of Texas
James B. Ferguson
Texas
Commonwealth
Senate of
Clark
Parr
Dean
Ferguson
Secretary of State
Churchill J. Bartlett
State of Texas
People of
A. D
Air Raiders Again Visit London Night Raid Hits Outer Suburbs
German airmen raided southeastern England for the second night in a row and reached London but were stopped on the outskirts. Casualties are reported from the limited bombing as British defenses held the heart of the city.
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London
England
El Paso Woman Credits Tanlac With Weight Gain And Relief
Mrs J Bogardus of 4220 Clifton St El Paso Texas says Tanlac cured long standing catarrhal stomach trouble rheumatism and headaches after losing to 76 pounds. She reports gradual strength return constipation relief back and leg pain gone and now weighs 106 pounds with friends noticing improvement. There is a Tanlac dealer in town Ady.
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Tanlac
Mrs. J
Bogardus
Clifton Street
el Paso
Texas
Taniac
Ady
Rosy apples spark a biting exchange in street scene
A Scotsman and an Englishman buy rosy apples, the Englishman bites one and coughs claiming a worm. The Scot nonchalantly remarks it would put life into him. Local humor captures cross‑border banter in a brief street vignette.
Capudine Promises Quick Headache Relief
Advertisement notes Capudine as a fast relief liquid for headaches and nervous strain. Claims the product eases distressing ailments with a pleasant taste and swift effect.
What Kind of Riches in a Peculiar Quip
A teacher quotes a proverb about riches flying away and Johnny Jones retorts that riches might be ostriches. The playful exchange centers on wit and mischief in a classroom setting.
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Johnny Jones
Plantation Chill Tonic Ad Promises Fever Relief
A vintage advertisement touts Plantation Chill Tonic with a no malaria no chills guarantee, claiming it drives away chills and fever or refunds the money. It lists a 50 cent price and an advertisement flavor typical of early 20th century catalog copy.
Bride Shares Moral Quandary With Tramp Over Axe
A brief scene shows a young bride arguing with a tramp about an axe. She threatens to feed him unless he retrieves the tool, while the tramp reassures that his teeth are fine and that the axe won’t be needed.
Flea Guests Debate Golf In Barnum’s Lynx Realm
A whimsical piece features two fleas on a bear discussing a golf game in Barnum’s realm. The first flea invites the second to join a short round on a lynx, while the second bites a hyena and questions the venue.
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Barnum
Jack O’ Lantern
Wrights Indian Vegetable Pills Advert
Wright's Indian Vegetable Pills claim to contain vegetable ingredients that act as a gentle tonic and purgative by assimilation, not irritation, and are marketed as a health remedy. The advertisement emphasizes natural composition and mild effects.
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Wright
Why He Left at the Movie
A florid patron storms out muttering after a disliked film moment. The row behind hears a couple remark on a performer, debating whom is the sweeter singer as the screen flickers.
True Joy Rider on Motorcycles as Road Cop Fun
The dialogue features The True Joy Rider asking if a motorcycle is suitable for a starter. The responder suggests a motorcycle is the real way to enjoy an automobile by hitting the road as a cop.
Freezone ether compound touted for fast corn relief
An advertisement proclaims a Cincinnati chemist’s ether product Freezone, available in tiny bottles at low cost. It claims instant soreness relief by applying a drop to corns or calluses, shrinking and loosening the tissue so it can be lifted away with no pain or burning.
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Cincinnati
Art and trade collide in a street exchange scene
A street encounter unfolds as a woman questions a tramp about trade and he answers with his art. The dialogue hints at hardship and resilience as they negotiate amid public space and social strain.
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