Reconstruction of Russia and allied prospects for peace
The editorial lauds Wilson's pledge to support Russia against German influence and envisions a rebuilt Russia with stable local governments and civil order. It highlights the Siberian mission as a regenerating force and notes Japan, Britain, France, and Italy likely to cooperate for broader Allied reconstruction and peace.
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Italy
Japan
Rura
Siberia
Germany
Wilson
Russia
Ussia
Ussians
England
Help for Russia Aims at Reconstruction Not Intervention
In London KFRENSKY outlines Allied plans to aid Russia without intervention. A civil commission would distribute boots, clothing, food, and machinery, with a military escort to protect workers and prevent German diversion. Czechoslovak troops guard rail links to deter enemy movement while Bolshevik unrest grows in Siberia.
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Kfrensky
London
Rueda
Washington
Trans-Siberian
Siberia
European
Russia
Sfmenoff Haveeen
Irkutsk
Uprisi
Bennett praised as heroic rescuer of the middle class
The piece mocks political figures Whitman, Lewis, and Go Mettus Couatius while praising William M. Bennett for self sacrifice aimed at defending the middle class from Bolshevik and sentimental wealth. It urges listeners to beware criticism and hints at political theater and controversy surrounding Bennett’s magnanimity.
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William M. Bennett
Mettus Couatius
Greece After a Year of War Entry and Balkan Front Soaring Morale
The article marks the year anniversary of Greece entering the war after Constantine’s overthrow and Venizelos reestablishing the government in Athens. Greece is reported to have about 200,000 troops on the Balkan front, many veterans, with a Bulgarian local victory cited as proof of rapid morale recovery. It notes Greek Serb forces eyeing regional reclamation and criticizes dynastic meddling by Constantine and Allied diplomatic choices.
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Seelal
Coxstantine
VexiLos
Turkey
Greece
Friends of Liberty and Democracy
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Athens
Germany
Bulgaria
Balkan
Saloniki
Constaantine
Europe
Freeorsano
Frances
Austria
Ventzelos
Masarte
Venizelos
War tax receipts far exceed estimates as fortunes rise
The article notes income and profits taxes have surpassed $2.7 billion by $75 million, with payments continuing for ten days after demand notices. It cites large fortunes paying on incomes over $500,000 and compares U.S. wealth distribution to England, arguing against rising inequality as a sign of economic resilience.
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England
Financial Post
United States
Labor Ends Wartime Truce With Vote To Contest By-Elections
The British Labour Party votes 1 704 000 to 915 000 to end the wartime truce and contest by-elections. Arthur Henderson, leading the resolution, says some parties behaved poorly at by elections while hoping Labour reps stay in government. He cites a fight against militarism and central power policy as key to winning the war.
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Labor Party
Airthur Heenofrson
Labor
Labor Party Divided Amid War Unity and Internal Strife
A report notes the Labour Party's declared pledge and wartime influence while warning of internal factionalism. It cites a manifesto by eight government members praising Labour’s wartime role, contrasting with anti nationalists and socialists who clash within the party as it prioritizes winning the war.
Whisky Amendment Sparks Senate Prohibition Debate
The Senate Agriculture Committee advanced the Norris prohibition amendment to the Emergency Agricultural bill by eight to one. It would ban beer and malt liquors three months after presidential approval, yet allow whisky sales until June 30, 1919, risking a shift to a whisky driven economy and prompting criticism of war prohibition’s impact on labor and war effort.
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Gomrens
Hur Ler
Collnty
Shipping Board
Senate Committee On Agriculture
Senate of
United States
Fifth George Visits American Canteen in a Democratic Moment
The Fifth George and Queen Mary visit an American canteen, dine on buckwheat cakes with maple syrup, and mingle with soldiers and sailors. Grover Cleveland and Mary engage as ordinary visitors, embracing a democratic, ceremonial-free encounter. Grover’s Fourth of July baseball cameo and Arlie Latham’s coaching add to the light, humorous portrait.
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Thackeray
Eagle Hut
Groxer
Mary
Grorok
New England
George
Grorae
Arlie Latham
Grover
Cuannes
Austria
King George as democratic sailor prince in wartime Britain
A portrait praises George VI as a hands on, democratic monarch who mingles with troops and workers, loves heroes, and champions liberty in the war. The piece contrasts him with past kings and lauds his inclusive leadership and egalitarian Navy upbringing.
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Ike
Grongr
Fingland
Tommy Atkins
John Bull
Grorce
Navy
Army
Grovce
Pat O'Brien
Momence
George
Pat
Eowanrpd VII
Socialists resignations and influenza in wartime era
Discussion on Auton L. Benson's resignation from the Socialist Party and its implications, plus commentary on German and Allied influenza concerns in World War I. The piece weighs party credibility, the influenza outbreak, and potential effects on the war, noting Spanish influenza terminology and submarine-linked theories. It also mentions scenic Westchester county landscapes as observed in a Critics automobile ride.
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Auton L. Brnson
Brnson
White House
Hitzreuit
Hitseuit
Benson
The Next Congress and the President’s War Policy
The Philadelphia Public Ledger argues that Democratic lawmakers favor a nonpartisan approach to elections to back Wilson, while Republicans face pressure to present a united front. It predicts shifts in Congress depending on party cohesion and urges Republicans to push a clear war victory policy behind the President.
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Philadelphia Public Ledger
Congress
Senate
Michigan
Ford
Germany
Mr. Wilson
Wilson
Republican Party
Gertmans
Russia
The War and The Big Green Lawns
A discussion on ample green lawns during wartime, noting their size and labor costs. It questions whether upkeep is prudent given war priorities and gas use. The ride by a motorist contrasts comfort with the needs of men in trenches and fuel conservation.
A Call to Promote Ace Aviators to Training Masters
A letter to the editor argues that after tallying air service victories a brave pilot should be released from combat and promoted to master of training. He contends such leaders would inspire recruits and effectively teach aspiring aviators. The writer signs Edmund J. Geek from New York, dated June 34, 1918.
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New York Times
Edmund
New York
Transatlantic flight plans during war spark debate
A New York letter writer questions General Brancker's idea to fly American war aircraft to Europe. He warns the risk to scarce engines and crews, argues for prioritizing frontline weapons, and critiques a transatlantic project as impractical during the war.
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New York Times
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British Air Council
Europe
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Labrador
Spartsman
San Francisco
Alaska
Bering Stratte
Asia
Vlndivostok
Siberian
Newfoundland
Azsores
Germany
Gutzon Borglum
New York
Soldiers and Sailors Fraternizing Debate Sparks Controversy
A reader letter argues against fraternizing in uniform, criticizing both soldiers and sailors for socializing with strangers during limited leisure time. The writer contrasts civilian work life with military discipline and questions the value of mixing service members with the public in places like Times Square.
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The
New York Times
Harria
Times Square
Service Clube
Bualnese
Navy
Fifth Avenue K
New York
Correction request for military title of Park Benjamin
A letter from Rochambeau of Yorktown Heights dated June 24 1918 requests correcting the military title of Sergeant Romeyn Park Benjamin wounded in the Marine casualty set. Cyrus C Miller Director of Transportation and Distribution United States 4074 Administration New York dated June 26 1818 notes appreciation for The Hound Dog of Yorktown Heights and suggests naming the dog Rochambeau.
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New York Times
Romeyn Park Benjamin
United States Army
George Washington
Park Benjamin
New York
Rochambeau
Yorktown Heights
Sween
Rochambeaul
Cyrus C. Miller
United States 4074 Administration
There’s a Reason The Battle Song of the Hun
The poem depicts a battlefield mood with German observers watching American troops. It speaks of tension, mobilization, and combat, culminating in violent clashes as the Yankees advance and engage with intense ferocity. Oliver Opdyke is credited.
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Oliver Opdyke
Kuhlmann Speech Sparks Wartime Debate on Peace Terms
Letter writers in The Times react to Dr. Kuhlmann's Reichstag remarks urging a peace built on mutual honesty and the collapse of Germany's government and military influence. They tag the idea as dangerous nostalgia and call for a peace imposed or secured by Germany's incapacity to wage war.
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New York Times
Kihlmann
Germany
Brest- Litovak
Dr. Kiclmann
Wilson
Berlin
Russia
Jerman
Arthur OG. Lovejoy
Baltimore
von Kuhlmann
Reichstag
Tus Trnes
Firat
France
England
America
Bismarck
Austria
Bernhardi
Edith M
Thomas
New York
Readers tackle labeling of American Krupps in wartime
In a wartime letter to the paper, BER. Stonarer of Saranac Lake condemns the use of the term American Krupps as a faux pea and urges loyalty to Americanism. He compares it to calling the nation’s leader an American Kaleer and notes concern over German Kultur in wartime discourse. June 25 191% remarks.
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New York Times
Pittsburgh
Kaleer
Ber. Stonarer
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