Real heroes of Thar in French war reporting
Paris dispatch by Edward B Clark describes Pont-a-Mousson under bombardment and the limits of artillery and air power. It notes repeated shelling, civilian casualties, and astronautic misfires, with firsthand scenes of battles, crashes, and aviators. The piece lauds airmen and gunners as transcendent heroes of the war.
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Edward B. Clark
Astatr
Union
Paris
Pont-a-Mousson
Moselle
Pont -a-Mousson
Tuileries
Place de la Concorde
Quai d’ Orsay
Bruges
Belgium
Forgetful Chancellor Attends Daughter’s Simple Wedding
The German chancellor Fraetilin Isa von Bethmann-Hollweg marries Count von Zech-Burkersroda in a subdued ceremony as war weighs on the nation. The chancellor, walking with his daughter, is pictured in the momentous event that diverges from grand court pomp.
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Fraetilin
Isa von Bethmann-Hollweg
Count von Zech-Burkersroda
Monkey Memorial Unveiled for Snookie in New Jersey
A Vermont granite monument was placed in Morris avenue, East Summit, on the Humphreys grounds to honor Snookie the Brazilian marmoset who died September 29, 1914. The pet was buried in a special coffin and wore a jeweled collar.
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East Summit
N. J
Humphreys
Morris Avenue
Snookie
Frank BE. Humphreys
Vermont
Boy of 12 Kills a Thief in Mississippi River Home
Virgo Goforth twelve shot and killed Thomas Pollard thirty five who beat and robbed his mother at Island No. 35 Mississippi river. Pollard had demanded four dollars, choked her and rifled pockets before the boy fired, killing Pollard instantly. Coroner's jury ruled the boy justified.
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France
Covington
Tenn
Virgo Goforth
Thomas G. Pollard
Pollard
Mississippi River
Mrs. Goforth
Young Goforth
Wanted to Marry Burglar in Kansas City Jail Case
Miss Violet Boehm of St. Louis sought marriage to Thomas Knight jailed for attempted burglary. The 19 year old woman and 22 year old man sought legal aid and court approval, but Judge Lathshaw refused, noting Knight must be freed first.
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Kansas City
Violet Boehm
St. Louis
Thomas Knight
Boehm
Knight
Baseball Tricks and a Notable Base Path Play
The article notes the intricate baserunning tactics used to foil runners and the roles of fielders in the chase for home. It recounts Al Bridwell’s clever nontender play against Joe Tinker that netted Bridwell a trip to third and a game win, with Cubs players conceding the smart move.
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Department of Baseball
Tipperary
al Bridwell
Feds
Joe Tinker
Tinker
Cubs
Bridwell
Giants
Chicago
Baseball Season Rumors and Player Moves Roundup
A broad survey highlights pitchers like Eppa Rixey and Cy Falkenberg, while Cubs and Giants chase pennants. Outfielders Miller and Wallie Schang draw attention, with Trade talk surrounding Larry Cheney and McGraw’s Giants Braves pennant race. Former Brewers trio join White Sox as Douglass headlines Dodgers pitching depth and Kauff showcases diamonds over real estate.
Good Year for Dan Griner
Cardinal pitcher Dan Griner has battled illness and off field feuds in recent seasons. With Wingo and Magee gone from the team, reports say he’s in excellent condition and could emerge as a top National League pitcher this year.
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Jack Coombs
Manager Robinson
Dodgers
Big Dan Griner
Cardinal
Hall of Fame
St. Louis
Wingo
Magee
Red Murray Strengthens Cubs In Pinch Hit Role
Red Murray joins the Cubs adding a much needed bat to strengthen the lineup. Bresnahan has struggled as a pinch hitter and Murray is expected to fill a key gap for the team.
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Bresnahan
Cubs
Red Murray
Murray
Harper Records Wild Streak in Minneapolis Pitching Showing
Harry Harper delivered a dominant eight inning stint with 20 passes, setting a new record while pitching for Minneapolis. He also recently threw a no hit game and came close to a new association mark.
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Harper
Harry Harper
Minneapolis
Bresnahan to Lead Toledo Ball Club
Reports say Roger Bresnahan will lead the Toledo team in the American Association next year and will be part owner of the club. The circulating tale places him at the helm of the franchise.
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Bresnahan
Toledo
Roger Bresnahan
Ommfort
Java
Aretherg
Items from the Old Home: Sweden Norway and Denmark News
A compact resume surveys major events in Sweden Norway and Denmark and notes their relevance to Scandinavians living in America. It highlights political and cultural developments shaping immigrant communities and transatlantic ties.
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Sweden
Norway
Denmark
America
Remarkable case cited. Danish parish report court ruling
A Danish parish report describes a teacher cleared of libel after publishing a case about a delinquent pupil in Marius. It notes a physician’s warning on tuberculosis far future risk and remarks on the boy’s apparent soundness. The piece also surveys local crops, weather events, and population figures.
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Marius
E. Christensen
Silkjeborg
Sweden Maintains Neutrality Amid War Rumors
London reports Sweden rejects war with Russia and remains neutral. Swedish minister Count Wrangel cautions rumors as baseless while noting friendly ties with Russia. Other items note Sweden's beech mast crop, anti emigration union activity, and the academy’s hymn book revision stance.
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London
Sweden
Russia
Count Wrangell
Finland
Sazonoff
Duma
London Morning Post
Lillehammer plans to rent power to nearby communes
Lillehammer residents consider selling excess electric power to neighboring communes to fund town taxes as plans develop. The article notes wartime preparations by Norwegian authorities and mentions local projects, rescues, and economic concerns alongside fishing and transport issues, with several named individuals and places.
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Lillehammer
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Thar
Nancy
Bois-le-Pretre
Tuileries Garden
Hiffel Tower
Eiffel Tower
Pet
East Summit, N. J
Dardanelles
H. M. ‘Gs. Implacable
Tennessee Youth
Eee
Riko
Eppa Rixey
Yanks
Miller
Harold Janvrin
Boston Red Sox
Cy Falkenberg
Johnny Evers
Alexander
Chief Meyers
John McGraw
Braves
Boston Braves
Larry Cheney
Wallie Schang
Macks
Healey
Dutch Zwilling
Kauff
Brooklyn Star
McHenry
Reds
Orvie
Milwaukee Brewers
Sox
Happy Felsch
Ray Schalk
Lena Blackburne
Nemo Seibold
Robinson
Phil Douglass
Benny Kauff
Dan Griner
Jinx
Anders Magnus Svendsen
Tystrup
Statistical Bureau
Knudsen
Korby
National Ineurane
A Department
N's Ny
Karleruhe
Faye Victoria
Grand Dukerick
Baden
An He
Redrogs Assocl
Vaxio &Alfvesta
Kristinedamn
National Anti-Emigration Union
Swedish“academy
Wemengnn Council
Party of Norway
Sol
Anileas
Iso
Treschow
Larvik
Bonn
A. Wald Hansen
Fredrikstad
Kirkwall
George
Foreign Department
Germany
Gehag
Hamburg
Storthing
Pas
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