Brussiloff Rising Star of Russian Army in War
Associated Press profile of General Alexis Brussiloff coat of arms his rise from obscurity to command in the war. The 68 year old is described as alert modern and well educated with a long career in cavalry and court circles. He led in the first Carpathian campaign and earned rapid promotion through ability and influence.
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Alexis Brussiloff
Bukowina
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Brussiloff
Hungary
One lucid moment every seven years in asylum ward
An inmate cries out as a minister asks if he should stop speaking. The keeper responds that the outburst is rare, noting the man has one lucid moment only every seven years and will not be stopped.
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Christian Herald
Tor
Ima
Democrats Ride Wilson Wave as Progressives Split Over Hughes
Democratic ranks glow with confidence as Progressives reject Perkins backed plans to unite behind Hughes. Wilson gains across states from California to New York while Republicans scramble to mobilize amid waning early sentiment. Indiana shows split, Hanly gains support, and both parties brace for September Maine races.
City Clubwomen See The Unicorn at Princess Theater
Amusements clubwomen toured the Princess Theater Wednesday morning for a special showing of The Unicorn scheduled for Thursday through Saturday. They were escorted through the new $10,000 cooling plant and praised the film’s photography and performances. The Unicorn is a five reel drama focusing on birth control and family hardship.
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Gertrude Bondhill
George Eliot Jr
Fatty Arbuckle and Hart headline Grand Opera House program
The Triangle program at the Grand Opera House features Fatty Arbuckle in The Waiters Ball and The Apostle of Vengeance with William S. Hart in the title role. The production showcases authentic sets, strong direction, and notable photography and lighting. Hart’s ministerial role is convincing while Fanny Midgley as Marm earns realism as the Hudson clan head. Nona Thomas as Mary and supporting actors Jack Gilbert Marvel Stafford round out the mountain clan portraits.
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Marm
Near beer analysis finds low alcohol content at camp
Chemists in the state pure food department completed analysis of a barrel of near beer offered for sale to soldiers at the Del Rio camp exchange. The test, sent by First Lieutenant James Kirk of the coast artillery, confirmed a low percentage of alcohol in the beverage.
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Coast Artillery
Dodson's Liver Tone Replaces Calomel Says Locals
Local druggists report a drop in calomel sales as Dodson's Liver Tone gains popularity. The bottle costs 50 cents and is guaranteed by the seller to ease liver sluggishness and constipation without causing gripe or next day illness.
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Dodson
Fate of literacy test 8 in doubt
Oklahoma City reports indicate the literacy test amendment to the state constitution was defeated by returns from yesterday's primary. Officials say the amendment would carry though. Eight other amendments were defeated. Col onel A P Watson leads for the Democratic long term commissioner seat with W D Humphrey leading for the short term. Republican Frank Parkinson and Judge J L Brown contest long and short term posts. Congressional returns are sparse but suggest incumbents renominated. In Missouri the gubernatorial race is tight between Henry Lamm and John E Swanger, with Gardner likely Democratic nominee. Reed named Democratic senator. Dickey favored Republican nomination. In Kansas Lansdon leads for the Democratic governor nomination while Capper heads the Republican ticket. Eva Harding vied in First District for Congress insights.
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Okla
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W. D. Humphrey
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J. L. Brown
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John E. Swanger
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Frederick D. Gardner
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Lansdon
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Topeka
Kan
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Salina
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Girard
Capper
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Mississippi Senate Nominee Declared by State Democrats
In Jackson Mississippi on August 2 John Sharp Williams was declared the Democratic nominee to succeed himself in the U S Senate by the state Democratic executive committee. The congressional primary is set for August 15. suffrage worker and Herbert J Corwine both of Topeka contesting for the Democratic nomination. Dr Harding had a good lead last night but late returns cut this down.
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John Sharp Williams
Jackson
Miss
United States Senate
Mississippi
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Two Soldiers Arrested For Stolen Auto Turned In
Two soldier boys found a lightless abandoned car and intended to take it to the police station to locate the owner. En route they were arrested and charged with theft but County Criminal Judge Nelson Lytle dismissed the charges after hearing corroboration from the wireless operator and others. Attorney A B Cowen volunteered to defend them.
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A. B. Cowen
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