Twilight of a World The Summer of 1914 essay recalling the war start
A reflective article on the 50th anniversary of World War I notes how 1914 seemed a peaceful era yet unleashed vast destruction. It contrasts primitive tech, including cavalry and early submarines, with the later impact of machine guns and poison gas, and questions what ignited the global conflict. It references prior empires and the cascading consequences across Europe and colonies, ending with the assassination that sparked the war.
Wartime Welcome Planned for llth Armored Cavalry
Baltimore AP reports a homecoming for the 11th Armored Cavalry after seven years in Germany. Fireboats will escort troop ships to Dundalk marine terminal as a band and officials greet the soldiers and their dependents, with the mayor and a general taking part in the welcome.
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Two Ships to Bring Troops to Fort Meade
The USNS Patch will arrive Tuesday morning with 1,192 troops and 472 cabin passengers, while the USNS Geiger is slated to arrive Friday with 889 troops and 340 passengers. The regiment will be stationed at Fort Meade. TALKS TO RESUME ANNAPOLIS The Maryland Court of Appeals will hear arguments in September on
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Pappas Stifles Angels In 7-0 Orioles Win
Mike Pappas sparkled over Los Angeles allowing no runs as Baltimore backed him with 13 hits in a 7-0 victory. Brooks Robinson and Sam Bowens drove in two each while Brown extended a 12 game hit streak. Pappas improved to 10-5 with the win as Belinsky absorbed his seventh loss.
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Moon Photos To Be Studied After Ranger 7 Pictures
Pasadena scientists will study Ranger 7 moon photos to locate potential manned Apollo landing sites and improve the craft's television system. The 382 pound RCA TV package produced far clearer images, with 1,152 scans per wide angle and 300 per narrow angle, recorded on magnetic tape and shown on 12 inch screens with 35 mm film and Polaroid proofs for quick checks.
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Supreme Court Takes Up Sit-Ins and State Reapportionment
The Court agreed to hear three cases tied to sit-in demonstrations and challenges to how state legislatures were reapportioned. The actions center on First Amendment protest rights and the legitimacy of legislative district maps, with implications for political representation and civil rights.
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