Vanishing Fleets Opens in Wes Het With War Threats
In a speculative tale set as the United States and Japan edge toward war, Guy Miller and Mine Orma Roberts are central as lovers amid a critique of unpreparedness. Washington faces turmoil as Manila events unfold and a mysterious Florida coast expedition looms. The opening chapter follows officers grappling with unclear aims while news reports of Hawaiian seizures spark public outrage and a cautious government appeal for patience.
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Wes
United States
Jagr
Guy Miller
Orma Roberts
Berts
Japan
Guy Hillier
England
Foorel Ieesagee
Norma Roberts
Washington
Florida
Congress
Collapse of Philippine Defenses Warns of Infamy in May
A London correspondent's vivid report recounts the surrender of the Philippines by the United States to Japan. It portrays the decision, the halt of fortifications, and the resulting shame as Japanese forces approach and the island fortress capitulates. The piece ends with the admiral's courtesy and a covert warning of further revelations to come.
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Philippines
London
Philippine Islands
United States
Japan
Washington
Pacific
Europe
Army
Thia
Toto
Gatea
Meet
United States Naval Academy
Engaged Reginald Confronts Smoking Habit
The exchange shows Reginald facing his fiancée’s objection to his smoking, revealing that he has sworn off tobacco. The dialogue implies tensions over personal habits within an upcoming marriage.
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Reginald
Eczema Cure Claims and Personal Anecdotes
An old clipping relays Clyde's severe eczema and alleged recovery after Cuticura products. It includes quotes about medical failure, a six week improvement, and a 1907 date with signature lines from Algy Cockburn and Roxie Swellman.
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Clyde
Cutlewra
Mia
Algy Cockburn
Shiloh
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Miss Roberts
Hawaiian Islands
Marietta
Garbett
Secretary of War of the United States
Cuthura
Cholly Saphend
Roxie Swellman
Lewis
Dodds
S “Guaran
Enone
Thompson
Carters
Western Canada
Government of Canada
Canada
Will & Western Canada
Somnivanl Tannet
W. ¥. Dennett
New York Site Building
Coimba, Nebreshe
Aes
Bird
Ehilita
Omaha
Defiance Starch Company
Omaha, Neb
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