German note on submarine warfare promises safe passage for Americans
Berlin replies to the U S note on Lusitania and naval warfare. Germany pledges not to endanger Americans on neutral ships and to allow safe passage for American and some neutral passenger steamers with markings and advance notice. It proposes increasing neutral flag vessels and seeks American guarantees on contraband. The note laments British and Allied actions and reiterates commitment to humanity and the freedom of the seas.
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Kaiser
America
Berlin
London
Germany
Lusitentz
Gerardis
Germiny
North America
Europe
England
North Sea
Ingland
Maelish
House of Commons
Enehind
Lusitania
Atlantic
Atlantic Ocean
High Seas
Great Britain
Power of Appeal in Advertising
Talcott Williams, head of Columbia’s journalism school, told the International Press Congress at the Panama Pacific Exposition that newspaper advertising has risen to a higher plane of public responsibility. He said ads have driven public opinion, improved standards, and act as democratic instruments, urging churches and schools to use publicity while the press must keep its columns worthy of this duty.
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San Francisco
Cal
Talcott Williams
Columbia University School of Journalism
Dr. Williams
International Press Congress
Danger In Waiting Declining Years Do Not Stop Work
An Oregon scientist argues aging should not delay achievement for young men and notes that early failure does not prevent later success. The piece questions if older age guarantees greater productivity and ends noting it sounds unreasonable.
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Oregon
Germany Faces Crisis Over Submarine Note
Washington reports a study indicating officials believe a crisis has been reached between the United States and Germany over submarine warfare. Officials urge rejecting German proposals for maritime conduct and note Germany’s sinking of the Lusitania without disavowal. Secretary Lansing may visit Cornish to confer with President Wilson as Count von Bernstorff seeks informal talks.
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Washington
Germany
United States
Lusitania
Lansing
Cornish
N. H
Wilson
Count von Bernstorff
Bomb warning sent to ships from Arlington wireless network
A New Orleans letter signed Pearce warned sea vessels of bombs in holds. Secretary Daniels ordered a naval radio alert broadcast to two ships Howth Head and Baron Napier sailing July 9 from New Orleans with munitions for the British army.
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New Orleans
Washington
Naval
Arlington
Daniels
Pearce
Howth Head
Baron Napier
South Atlantic
Bkritish Army
Dublin
Belfast
Norfolk
Avonmouth
Arras Shelled by Germans amid daily bombardment
Shells have been dropping into Arras in intervals for twenty five days. Every 24 hours more buildings crumble and burn, though the fire department remains efficient in extinguishing flames.
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Arras
France
Paris
Note on America Germany Differences From The Tageblatt Review
Paul Harmer critiques the American demand for warning ships before sinking as a sign of surrendering submarine warfare. He argues such a policy would curb German naval power and alter wartime conduct. The commentary contrasts Berlin and London perspectives on American strategy.
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Berlin
London
Paul Harmer
Tageblatt
America
Germany
Women Take Roles as Section Hands on Bromberg Line
Berlin reports women who have filled male roles on German railways such as ticket choppers and guards are now being installed by Bromberg railroad management as section hands.
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Berlin
Bromberg
Blakesley, Veteran Kansas City Star Paragrapher, Dies
Charles A. Blakenley aged 41, longtime paragraph writer for the Kansas City Star, is dead. The obituary notes his career with the newspaper and his contribution to local reporting.
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A. Blakesley
Kansas City
Charles A. Blakenley
The
Kansas City Star
Bryan Issues Statement on Lusitania Note Response
William Jennings Bryan, former Secretary of State, says Germany’s reply to the Lusitania note shows extremes of sentiment but most join in protecting American rights. He urges support for any presidential steps to keep Americans out of danger and to separate passengers from contraband, especially ammunition.
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Bryan
Los Angeles
Cal
William Jennings Bryan
Germany
War Insurance Premium Raised Christiania
The government raises merchant marine war insurance from 12 to 24 percent for ships in the North Sea English Channel and East Atlantic. Cargo insurance is handled by a mutual company. U S cargo rates rise to 4 percent while Norway cargo stays at 1 percent.
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Christiania
North Sea
English Channel
East Atlantic
United States
Norway
Desperate Fight to Save Big Ship After Explosive Bomb Blast
A bomb aboard the Atlantic Transport Hner Minnehaha caused a sea fire off New York, shaking the vessel from stem to stern. The crew fought two days to save the ship as flames reached No. 4 hold. Captain Claret steered toward Halifax where the ship anchored in fog. Investigators suspect Muenter and confederates planned the destruction, while spontaneous combustion was ruled out. The report includes a Clemson Agricultural College notice offering multiple prizes for Boys Corn Club work with cooperation from U S Department of Agriculture and state education authorities.
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Halifax
N. S
New York
No. 8
Rich Muenter
Frank Holt
No. 4
Clemson College
HI. G. Hastings Seed Co
Atlanta
Navy Submarine Build Up Aims For Major Expansion
Washington reports the next U S Navy building program will seek about 30 submarines, with some officials suggesting 50 to 75. The current total near 70 may reach about 100 within two years as Secretary Daniels backs a large expansion. The last Congress authorized 26 submarines despite requests for more.
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Congress
Washington
United States Navy
Navy
General Board
United States
Daniels
Mrs Thaw Too III to Appear in NY Jury Case
Albany reports Evelyn Nesbit Thaw, advised by Dr McGibbon of Chateaugay Lake, is unlikely to travel to New York to testify in the proceedings about the mental state of her husband Harry K. Thaw. The medical guidance colors the expected testimony plan.
Germans Defeated in Africa and Europe Turn Tide Noted
London reports the surrender of German forces in German Southwest Africa to General Botha. French gains in the Vosges push 700 yards with 800 unwounded Germans captured. Russians resist Austro German forces in Southern Poland as British critics call this a turn of the tide in the war.
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Africa
London
Botha
Union of South Africa
Vosges
Poland
Villa Claims Major Victory Near Aguas Calientes
General Villa telegraphed that he trapped and heavily defeated General Hill's Carranza forces near Aguas Calientes, contradicting an earlier American Consul report of Villa's defeat and retreat. State department officials could not resolve the discrepancy.
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Villa
Washington
Chihuahua
Hill
Aguas Calientes
State Department
Weeping Willows and Their Global Spread
The weeping willows, identified as 8 babylomeca, native to China, have been transported to most civilized regions. Varying in height by climate and soil, they retain a drooping habit that makes them particularly attractive.
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China
Quiet Shoes Make Soft Steps From Old Hat Soles
To craft quiet sick room footwear, remove and glue on sole and heel pieces from old hats. This creates a softer shoe than standard nurse footwear and helps deaden footsteps on cold floors while keeping feet warm for patients and caregivers.
Business and Idleness Compared by Johnson
A compact reflection on why pursuit of business contrasts with idle life. The text ponders how constant wants of idleness tempt with softer luxuries and endless cravings, while steady work provides steadier purpose and satisfaction.
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Johnson
Kilometer Defined as Primary Metric Distance
Definition of a kilometer as the length of 1,000 meters and equal to 3,280 feet or 0.621 miles. Notes its role as the chief unit for long distances in the metric system.
Enlarged Tonsils and Adenoids Health Advice
Before surgery to remove adenoids and tonsils the child’s health should be built up. Treat any cold and decay in teeth with fillings. Deep breathing exercises plus dental care may cure the tonill disease. The condition is strictly local, not a sign of a systemic or recent infection.
Onion's Good Properties in Colds Defense
From leading authorities we learn that colds stem from a chill a germ and a uric acid tendency which supports germ growth. The pungent onion oil neutralizes and destroys germs infesting the mouths of healthy individuals.
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