Bryan Appeal Amid German War Policy Debate
The article reports on former Secretary of State Bryan's appeal urging the U S to hear him before sentencing in a delay sentence case. He outlines a call for peace with Germany, emphasizes constitutional duty, and argues for aligning with the new system of universal brotherhood over force, citing American public opinion and German policy. The text covers Bryan's critique of German submarine warfare and his stance on peaceful settlement within the evolving geopolitical framework.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washingtes
J. Bryes
Tad
Port- Salle of Sertetery
Beye
Germany
Harman Bixtory
Bryan Wi
Bryen
Bryan’ Eppee
United States
Eniversal
Austria
Ormonese
United States Demands Safeguards in German War Actions
The 1915 document presents Secretary of State Lansing’s reply to Germany. It asserts U S neutrality rights at sea, condemns the Lusitania sinking, and calls on Berlin to honor humanitarian principles. It invites German mediation and reiterates the need to protect American lives and ships amid wartime aggression.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Department of State
Washington, DC
Aceador
Bertis
Americas
Grvero
Usted States
Coenen
Gulf
United States
Gor
Straca
Cushing
Gieht
Lusitania
Lestiania
Canadas
Aveane
Great Britain
Wat
Imperial German Admiralty
Germany
Robert Lansing
Secretary of State
Cleaning Alleys To Be Repeated In City
Commissioner Juhl of the street department assures the street vigilance committee of the Woman's club that city alleys will receive another thorough cleaning in the next weeks. Due to repeated litter and improper disposal, residents are urged to place rubbish in receptacles and use proper garbage cans with attached lids. The Woman's club committee will supervise and assist in the cleanup efforts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Juhl
Street Department
Woman's Club
Moline Football Is Paying Proposition
Manager L. G. Tillotson of the Moline high school athletic association reports a present treasury balance of 1496.44. Football is the best paying proposition due to Tillotson's supervision since last September. On January 8, 1915, the treasury stood at 1831.50 before the basketball season begins. losses since then are from winter sports financing. The association notes strong financial showing despite low student admission to all football basketball and track events, including annual membership benefits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. G. Tillotson
Moline High School Athletic Association
Tillotson
Moline
The
Athletic Association
Athletic field planned for Browning park in Moline
City officials plan a top quality athletic field along scenic grounds in Browning park. They consulted Alonzo A. Stage of the University of Chicago and solicited input from athletic authorities at Illinois Michigan and Iowa universities to guide the project. Also dated notice: after this date, I am not responsible for my wife Bertha Saulpaugh’s debts. June 10, 1915. L. E. Saulpaugh.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Browning Park
Moune
Alonzo A. Stage
University of Chicago
Miinois
Michigan
Iowa
Bertha Saulpaugh
L. E. Saulpaugh
Davenport Obituary Record And City Appointments
Obituary record for John McPartland of Davenport notes death at 9 1/2 years in his home on Harrison street from old age after long illness. Born in Leitrim Ireland he came to America in 1846 and Davenport in 1845. survived by three sons Hugh John J. K. and Frank and a daughter Miss Mary. Funeral at St Anthony's Catholic church. Also reports divorce actions in District Court, a divorce decree for William Jerome Prospert from Mary Ignatus Prospert, and a Davenport/G A R officer election. Hospitals report Davenport asked to care for harmless patients from the State insane hospital amid overcrowding. Frank L Pollard named Davenport purchasing agent for city, effective June 16, to oversee all purchases over 25 dollars for city needs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John McPartland
Harrison Street
Mr. McPartland
County
Leitrim
Ireland
America
New York
Davenport
St. Anthony's Catholic Church
Grace Hirschl
Samuel Hirschl
Betty
Judge Letts
William Jerome Prospert
Mary Ignatus Prospert
Andrew
Chesem
Scott County Board of Supervisors
Board of Control
State of
Iowa
State Insane Hospital
Insane Committee
Frank L. Pollard
Arlington Avenue
Tri- City Railway Company
Department of Supplies
Alfred C. Mueller
Pollard
Street Railway Company
Mueller
J. F. Porter
Railway Company
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Wilken
C & Wittrye
Ad Isterim
Ber
Europe
Ormsess
Teres
Prince of Peace
Philip
U. S
Mars
Thomas Prog Co
OLD Mission Beer
Moline Football
John Swanson
Rock Island
Melinda Boston
William B. Wayson
Huldah Botech
Harry Speth
Marie Alice Schaefer
Robert Priester
Laura C. Rochau
Frank Mackenstern
Stella Dauman
George H. Martens
Melinda May Jones
G. A
W. Cress
G. A R
Crans
Sioux City
J. F. Merry
Manchester
W. H. Barker
Schlitz
Carse & Ohlweiler Co
Eleventh St
Rock Island, Ill
Milwaukee
John Wilson
Byron
Christopher Swamn
Hellespont
North
Shelley
jLoch
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