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Newspaper
Riverdale Pointer
Location
Riverdale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 13, 1915
Page
2
Reports from Petrograd describe German peace offers rejected while Italian forces seize Monte San Michele and Warsaw falls to Bavarian troops. Brest-Litovsk is in retreat as German fleets and munitions plans reshape Europe. Refugees flood Moscow and Ireland gears up for large scale munition production.
At Des Moines a one mile saucer speedway dedication saw Joe Cooper plunge to death after an auto derby crash. His mechanic injured as Ralph Mulford won in 3 28 52 with De Palma second and O Donnell third. In St Paul opening of the Federation of German American Societies convention featured a mammoth parade.
Washington solon Menos urges definite assurance Haiti sovereignty will not be permanently impaired by American occupation. Pan American conference halts pending New York resumption with Mexican leaders. General Scott goes to El Paso to confer with Villa and other revolutionaries. Wilson to stress national defense in next message. Germany agrees to compensation over the William P Frye sinking, rejecting US treaty breach claim. State Department refutes export claims, and Dario Resta wins 100 mile speed title at Speedway Park Chicago, averaging 1028 mph. Cooper and Burman follow.
Battles erupt at Norias Texas with six bandits killed as High Villa troopers are executed in Juarez by order of General Villa. Villistas shout anti Villa and pro Zapata as Carranza forces push on Mascarras and Nogales while American troops patrol the border to defend American rights.
Reports from Geneva indicate all employee demands at Krupp works have been granted, averting a serious strike. German military authorities pressured the Krupp administration to secure the settlement.
Britain rejects US claims that Orders in Council violate international law. In two notes published in London and Washington, Sir Edward Grey argues that extending blockade to neutral ports is necessary to curb German commerce and that prize courts, arbitration, and ongoing measures will address neutral injury. The Neches case shows Germany origin goods barred. Britain insists on keeping pressure on German trade and offers to discuss with the United States to apply the blockade principles.
A statistical observation notes that one person in forty eight in England and Wales is identified as a pauper. The report discusses poverty levels and social welfare context within the region.
Fragrant soap and ointment claim to cleanse and soothe severely chapped hands. A one night treatment is offered with free samples by mail via postcard to Cuticura Dept XY Boston. sold widely.
A county council member, son of a famed retired omnibus driver, boasted of a large St George and the Dragon seal. He solemnly claimed an ancestor slew the dragon, then asked whether the dragon was run over. Bystanders reacted with mixed amusement.
A humorous note from the Ohio State Journal compares a hawk in flight to the latest model aeroplane, highlighting the creature's graceful ascent and speed with amused admiration.
The article notes that Waterbury Connecticut’s district holds about two percent of national brass production, while the United States accounts for roughly 55 to 60 percent of world brass output.
A brief dialogue snippet shows Mrs. B asking about her husband's average, and Mrs. W replying with a humorous roundabout answer of “about midnight.” The exchange captures a witty, domestic humor tone.
A reader cites heart trouble blamed on coffee, noting relief after stopping coffee and starting Postum. The testimonial claims Postum improved health, with friends also joining, and praises both Postum Cereal and Instant Postum sold by grocers.
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