British Forces Drive German Positions Near Lens and Arras
British and French reports say British troops surged along a wide front, taking German positions near Lens in a 2000 yard arc and advancing toward Avion. Opposing German assaults on the Verdun front gained a foothold in some French trenches, with heavy losses reported.
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Cinternational Laws Service
London
Juine
Lens
War Office
Verdun
Oppy
Hindenburg
Aisne
Meuse
French War Office
Avecourt Wood
Son fatally stabs mother in Greenfield court surrender
Tadonoy Olczak, 22, walked into Greenfield police court and calmly said he murdered his mother. Police found the woman dead on the kitchen floor after responding to the report. Olczak said an argument led to him grabbing a knife and stabbing her. He had been in the country three years.
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International News Service
Greenfield
Mass
Tadonoy Olczak
Olozak
Party Honors Departing Ellwood City Teacher
Miss Margaret Ruth, long time Ellwood high school languages instructor, is leaving the Ellwood school system to teach in McKeesport next year. A farewell party at the Central building honored her with a diamond and pearl pin featuring an amethyst. Teachers, pupils, and graduates attended and a fine lunch was served.
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Ellwood City
Margaret Ruth
Ellwood
McKeesport
Central
Miss Ruth
Johnston Sells Last Of Apples
Rev J M Johnston of the New Wilmington road sold the last of his apple crop today. He moved more than 7000 bushels from his orchards this year with Missouri Pipping among the final lot. Apples are stored cold and will sell through winter and spring. Johnston will be out of apples after the early varieties sell out.
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M. Johnston
New Wilmington Road
Missouri
Parking On Wash Street To Continue
Parking of automobiles on Washington street will not be prohibited. The meeting heard businessmen favor keeping autos on the main street and suggested limited changes such as a 25 foot distance from hydrants and corners. No merchants opposed parking, and speakers urged council to avoid action harming city welfare. Saturday night congestion may warrant limited regulations and more police presence for enforcement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington Street
David Jameson
C. P. Brown
George Winter
Hiram Miller
Jefferson Street
Newell
Harrah Dies. Graceland Cemetery Superintendent
Charles IL Harrah, long time Graceland Cemetery superintendent, died this afternoon at his home after a prolonged illness from a complication of diseases. A well known community figure, his death brings deep sorrow. further announcements will be made tomorrow.
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Charles IL. Harrah
Graceland Cemetery
Lawrence Rifles Drill Tonight in Troop F Armory
The Lawrence Rifles will drill this evening in Troop F armory, with strict punctuality to avoid delays. Mr and Mrs G C Hilbrook and daughter Martha are visiting relatives in Mounds Illinois.
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Lawrence Rifles
Mrs. G. C. Hilbrook
Martha
Mounds, Ill
Butler Hosts New Castle Delegation On Auto Trip
A New Castle board of trade delegation visited Butler with 31 cars in a dusty but spirited procession. Welcome by Butler chamber officials and a fine luncheon at the community house followed the inspection of local facilities and the new Display Men’s association decor.
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Butler
New Castle
Board of Trade
New
William Kennedy
New Castle Board
Buller
Frank S. Hoyt
Butler Road
Weightown
Oak Grove
Portersville
Rose Point
Prospect
Butler Chamber of Commerce
Holcome
Burgess Wmeineman
Carl Daugherty
Rawley W. Lolonvhe
Rev
B. F. Rhoads
D. F. Reed
W. C.wood
James A. McKee
Cutler Chamber of Commerce
Germans Fear Debate Marks First Time for Kaiser Exit
In a tense moment amid shifting loyalties, Germans consider the debate over Kaiser Wilhelm’s fate as cries for change grow louder. Democracy debates intensify as America’s dictum weighs on postwar policy and national leadership.
Prohibition Decision Drama Sways White House War Policy
President Wilson weighs nationwide prohibition during wartime. Cabinet debate, food control bill pressure, and the equity of a bone dry policy dominate concerns. Scheidmann's German reformist stance sparks international reflections on democratization and Kaiser overthrows. Senator Lewis pushes separate measure to curb alcohol above ten percent, exempting beer and wine.
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International News Service
Washington
Wilson
Martine
Lause
Congress
Ratherhan de
Lewis
Silinsis
Greece And Argentina To Join Allies War News
London dispatch notes Greece has broken off relations with the German bloc and is expected to enter the war on the Entente side. Greece reportedly handed passports to German envoys, with an army strength estimated at 459,000. Buenos Aires reports Argentina may revoke neutrality, influenced by Brazil, potentially aiding the Allies if asked.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
International News Service
London
Yuenos Aires
Argentina
Brazil
United States
Fewer City Playgrounds Planned For This Summer
City will operate fewer playgrounds this summer than last year. Supt James Hamilton of the public safety department says not all sites are chosen yet but about half as many as before will be arranged. Likely one on the South Side and one on the East Side, with final locations to be decided by the Playgrounds association. Local talent will run the programs rather than a large staff.
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James "Hamilton
Public Safety Department of Council
Flamillon
Playgrounds Association
Hamilton
Will Speak Tonight On Public Square
A. Vincolt Goldbaker the boy orator from Philadelphia arrived this morning and will address the Diamond at 4pm and again at 6pm and 9pm. Rejected by the U S army for defective eyesight he now urges recruitment for all military branches.
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A. Vincolt Goldbaker
Philadelphia
Goldpacher
United States Army
Mysterious malady kills children in two counties
An illness described as mysterious has caused about 59 child deaths and 209 total cases across Scott and Dunklin counties. The disease, linked to enterocolitis, spread gradually, baffling physicians. fatalities were reported today in towns including Oren Towneley Wennett and Senath.
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International News Service
Oraxn
Modune
Scott
Dunklin
Oren
Towneley
Wennett
Salem Township
Senath
Chemist Held On Anti-Draft Charge
Dr. Charles Wiseman a 36 year old chemist employed at the UV 8. Marine hospital Pittsburg was held by police pending inquiry into distributing literature attacking the government and urging resistance to the draft. Incriminating evidence was alleged to be found in his room.
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International News Service
Pittsburg
Charles Wiseman
Marine Hospital
Wiseman
Death of Edward Fehrenbach at Harrah Graceland area
Edward Fehrenbach age unknown died in Harrah near Graceland. He was associated with 315 Phillips and Charles L. records indicate a local death notice. Further details unavailable in the fragment.
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Edward Fehrenbach
Phillips
Charles L
Harrah
Graceland
Hundreds Of Tacks Found Along Eastbrook Road
Disjointed OCR reports describe hundreds of tacks scattered along Eastbrook Road. The scattered tacks sparked speculation of a deliberate act to damage property. No clear motive or responsible party is established in the readable text.
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Eastbrook
Seno
Mrs Glendening Taken To Warren Insane Asylum
Mrs Elia B Glendening a frequent figure in police court was taken to the Warren Insane asylum today by Deputy Sheriff Robert W H Whaley and Mrs Whaley She had previously been an inmate at the institution for three months
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Elia B. Glendening
Warren Insane Asylum
Sheri Robert WH. Whaley
Whaley
Gherlening
Uncle Sam's Threat and Bumper Crops Scare Food Hogs
The item notes anxieties over federal policy and crop yields raising alarm among food traders. It discusses potential price shifts and market reactions as government measures loom while harvest prospects brighten.
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Uncle Sam
Food Prices Fall as Supply and Demand Rules Reopen Market
Amid Senate food control debates, national reports show supply and demand lowering food prices. Potatoes onions and staples drop while early crops promise bumper output. Wheat may fall once the government handles distribution. Hoover cautions plans are tentative as storage fills and licensing moves unfold.
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International News Service
Washington
Senate
Carolina
Eastern Shore
Virginia
Food Administration
Middle West
Thi
Herbert C. Hoover
Department of Commerce
Mod St
Six Suffragists Freed After Brief Jail Stay
Six militant suffragists were released from jail after less than 48 hours behind bars in Washington. Moving picture men and photographers captured their exit as they rode into taxi cabs. They were greeted by National Woman's Party officials Abbie Scott Raser and Lucy Barns and treated to breakfast.
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International News Service
Washington
Abbie Scott Raser
Lucy Barns
National Woman's Party
Swimmers Can Take Dip Early At Union Pool
A new feature allows Union men to swim before work at the pool from dawn to 9 each morning except Saturday and Sunday. It gives those who cannot swim later a chance to shed cobwebs and start the day refreshed.
Pressure tests report at North Will hydrants shows varied results
A report on recently measured pressure at North Will hydrants was presented this morning. Some hydrants registered five to ten pounds higher pressure than last year while others remained unchanged.
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North Will
Rounceil
National Guard Sent South for Training and Mobilization
Secretary of War Waker announced the National Guard will be dispatched to southern concentration camps immediately after muster into federal service. No funds will be spent in home armories from state mobilization camps. The militia bureau recommends bringing unmustered regiments as a body on August 6.
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Washington
National Guard
Waker
Militia Bureau
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