European War News Roundup From The Front
Defeats and maneuvers reshape the war as Austrians retreat near Krasnik and Turte sludhs falter. Three Austrian corps totaling about 120,000 men are reported defeated southeast of Lublin. Italian sailors perish when Amalfi is sunk. 567 rescued. British win in Southwest Africa as Botha’s forces accept surrender. Submarine actions reported in the Baltic and Channel. Emden salvage contract awarded. Russian resistance stiffens in Poland.
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Petrograd
Lubblin
Amalfi
Adriatic
Rome
Automobile collision shakes President Wilson returning from Lake Sunapee
President Wilson escaped injury when his touring car was rammed between Claremont and Newport New Hampshire. The crash prompted a tense moment as guards and bystanders assisted. Other national items include arrests over bomb plots, a major railroad robbery loss, and a Chicago peace push at a world convention.
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Lake Sunapee
Claremont
Newport
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Three Minor Leagues Fold For Remainder Of Season
The Bi-State, Southern Michigan and Rio Grande leagues announce they are out of business for the current baseball season, signaling a collapse of operations and cancellation of remaining schedules.
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Southern Michigan
Rio Grande
Mexican Revolt Battle Details Reach Texas Cablegram
A Galveston cablegram from Vera Cruz reports the battle for Mexico City and its occupation led by Pablo Gonzales. The Zapistas suffered over 3,500 killed and wounded, with four cannon and large arms losses. Gen. Huerta waived preliminary hearing in El Paso and was moved to Fort Bliss with bond set at 23000 dollars, unseen yet.
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Galveston
Tex
Vera Cruz
Mexico City
Pablo Gonzales
Zapatistas
Victoriano Huerta
el Paso
Fort Bliss
Explosions Destroy Curtis Powder Mills at Houns Low
Explosions at Curtis powder mills in Houns Low Middlesex England nearly wiped out the plant after a hundred men began work. One man killed and many injured as flames and debris spread across the works.
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Ludlow
Curtis
Hounslow
Middlesex
England
Warnings Of Bombs On British Ships From Arlington
U S naval wireless towers at Arlington flashed warnings of bombs concealed in holds to two British ships sailing from New Orleans. Secretary Daniels ordered sending the warning after a letter signed Pearce indicated explosives aboard. Germany’s reply to the Lusitania note promises not to endanger neutral ships and to allow safe passage for American vessels while denying contraband. The Interstate Commerce Commission plans westward tours to study conditions for government aid, with hearings in Chicago July 19 and 20. The 1914 U S cotton crop is the largest on record at 14,134,930 bales, about 15 percent more than 1913.
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Arlington
New Orleans
Daniels
Washington
Pearce
Germany
United States
James W. Gerard
Berlin
Interstate Trade Commission
West
Far West
Chicago
Saya
Wassigston
London
Gerard
England
Germany proposes neutral passenger ships to Europe amid U boat war
Berlin replies to the U S note on Lusitania and submarine warfare outlining plans to increase neutral passenger service under the American flag and allow marked American liners safe passage. It claims to protect neutrals and invites U S assurances on contraband, with hopes for an understanding and good offices of the U S president.
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U. S
Germany
Atlantic Ocean
Europe
England
High Sea
North America
United States
Great Britain
Fragmented press humor on waste and manners
A jumbled dialogue highlights a cook interview and a woman admonishing thrift. A humorous exchange unfolds about waste, with the cook insisting she would eat until she busts rather than waste anything, ending on a playful note about thrift and appetite.
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Mary
Delicate Ground in a Graduation Essay Dilemma
A playful exchange on choosing a subject for a graduating essay. Clarice asks about Italy as a topic beyond the Alps, and the others consider its prior use and neutrality concerns, noting current tangles in the matter.
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Clarice
The
Alps
Italy
Puck
Hay's Hair Health promise for hair color and dandruff
Advertises Hay's Hair Health claiming to restore natural color and shine without dye. Proclaims dandruff removal, scalp cleansing, and hair revitalization. Sold in 25c 50c and 1.00 prices with dealer list and refund policy.
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Hay
Philo Hay Specialties Co
Newark
N.J
Traveling salesman notes screen needs in hot cafe
A hungry traveler in a sweltering, unventilated cafe observes the proprietress waiting on patrons and fending off flies. He suggests screening the windows and door, but she fears it would look lazy and contemplates the suggestion.
Girls Camps Shape Health Education For Women
The Outing magazine notes that American girls pursue health education through camps. Dr. D A Sargent recalls that many elite athletes credit their mothers for fitness. He emphasizes women deserve health education for their own sake as camps pave the way for broader participation.
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D. A. Sargent
Harvard Gymnasium
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Christian Endeavor
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Philadelphia
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George W. Vanderbilt
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Julia Baskey
Milwaukee
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Howard Rolfson
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House of Commons
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