Voice of Slayden Foretells Troop Move to Texas City
A fragmented speech forecast moved troops toward Hort at Auurtod and Port Sam Houston amid Civil War era tension. The text hints War Department plans to relocate troops to Texas City, with James L. Slayden cited as pushing the idea and promising to claim responsibility if it occurs.
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Texas Ct
Janos Shale
War Departments
Sam Towson
Coury
Auurtod
Tesas
Sam Wemston
Houston
Pand
United States Army
Etue Lior
Texas City
James L. Slayden
War Department
Slayden
Harmsworth Critics Claim Sensationalism In British Press
A British segment protests sensationalism in newspapers led by Alfred Harmsworth known as Lord Northcliffe. Critics accuse his papers of exposing government flaws and wartime missteps, arguing press power shapes public opinion and coal mine disputes, while Parliament pauses for holidays amid controversies.
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Harmsworth
Lord Northcliffe
Alfred Harmsworth
England
Kingland
Press critique and wartime censorship debates cited
The piece discusses British wartime press control and the push to expose military establishment power. It notes Libel Bigs and vested interests, mentions Lloyd George and Harmsworth papers, and recalls public reaction when censorship and propaganda were challenged. It references U S attitudes eight to six years prior and calls for accountability by journalists toward authorities.
Ten Months At Panama Canal Receipts And Prospects
The report notes Panama Canal gross tolls totaling 1.3 billion in ten and a half months, with net above operating costs showing a solid though not profit-making result. It compares Panama to Suez, cites dividend limits, and anticipates future earnings while acknowledging construction and slide delays in the Culebra Cut amid ongoing European conflict.
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Varius
Suez Canal
Panama Canal
Zuca
Pananma
Penama Canal
United States
Panama Ditch
Canal
Culebra
Atlantic
Pacific
Shortening the War As Neutral Policy Debate
A muddled excerpt discusses neutral aims in war, noting arguments for shortening conflict by favoring one side or remaining unneutral. The text cites varied opinions, mentions potential influence of European powers, and reflects pro and anti intervention stances without clear conclusion.
The War as a Boxing Referee in National Debate
The article argues the United States should remain neutral in World War I, likening the role to a referee who must not shorten or extend rounds. It critiques embargoes and ammunition shipments, notes German and Allied viewpoints, and asserts no national benefit in altering laws or customs to favor either side.
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United States
Avil
Lavekeno
Javier Quul
Fielkters
Actia
Germany
Merel
George Paish
Mule
Peace movement reshaped naming by Mrs Lockwood
Mrs Mary S Lockwood, founder of the Daughters of the American Revolution, coins the term The League of the White Feather for peace preparedness advocates. She argues that preparedness will secure peace and urges Congress to act, while praising supporters who push for national defenses.
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Linckwool
Daughters of the American Royalu
Hay
Wavy
Children Drive Autos Warned as Grave Danger
A Texas public safety note warns of the menace posed by children operating automobiles and the grave consequences of such practice. Insurance policy behavior and a Tinols citizen's bid for coverage for a wife and 16 year old son highlight concerns about infant drivers and risk to the public. Germany’s colonial losses and global war implications are discussed alongside Congo territory transfers and colonial shifts affecting global power balances. Galveston Port items noted.
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Prdfic
Texas
Tinols
Tovenver
Kutomouiks
Teselr Tite
Nolicy Jasidarend
Sen
Lorneg Dew
The Sphinx and the Domestic Quandary
A husband Percy struggles with a tense home life as his silent wife and the Sphinx like stares loom. A comic escalation follows with a mouse incident and a test of wills at dinner revealing marital strain and comic mischief.
Daily Fashion Hint on Pastel Tones and Silks in Spring
A fashion column extols pastel palettes and rich fabrics for the season. It highlights pale pinks yellows and creams, drape silhouettes, floral details, and waist belting as key styles. The prose notes joyous, delicate garments reflecting light fabrics and refined tailoring.
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Gauth
Senne
American medical corps praised for service in Serbia
A London interview with Sir Thomas Lipton lauds American surgeons and nurses for their role in Serbia amid typhus and cholera. He credits American organization and preventive work with sanitary progress, calling it a proof of international brotherhood and sacrifice beyond monetary reward.
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Kangas Cmny
Seria
United States
Thomas Lipton
London
Unites States
Serbie
Draugat
Thomas Will
Panama Canal
Panama
Pollan Alnd
Hompitily
Russia Prepares Vast War Economy Amid Expansion Plans
The National Geographic Society bulletin contrasts prewar Russia’s booming commercial and industrial drive with the war’s disruption. It notes vast forests and mineral wealth, growing Siberian development, and heavy reliance on foreign trade, especially German goods, as Russia mobilizes resources for a future expansion drive.
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National Geographic Society
Russia
Dullatin
Siberia
Ben
Inti
Umea
Cian Inc
Sretas
United States
Sven
Sineher
Langwiier
Unite Ptates
Tenasig
Germany
Rusia
Jong Another
Russias
Righ
Patrograd
Moscow
Gia
Suale
Sleepy Time Tales of a Pond Ball and Fair Play
In a village a boy Fred incurs anger by a ball mishap caused by Frank who is not invited to join a team. Fred plans revenge but conscience softens him. The next day Frank is invited to play after a sick teammate reduces the squad. Frank apologizes through joining the team and bringing a ball of his own, as forgiveness and teamwork prevail.
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Sue Sphinn
Alan
Tomarro
Pei
Ronigen
Allen
Monsionaus
Linpurtank
Aix
Tomurray
Laramie
Nia
le Boss
Dime’ Peatk
Fred
Frank
Ford
Trout
Mather
Pelleve
Ice
Fred Falania
War costs and military budgets across nations in 1914 to 1918
The article surveys rising military expenditures from 1914 to 1918, noting Britain’s 1914 navy and army outlays, Russia and France spending, and a projected ten year total around ten billion. It cites Taft on per man costs and critiques long standing high war spending without clear defense value. The piece contrasts global budgets with American defense aims and future changes.
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Mary
Great Britain
Russia
France
Thaly
Austria-Hungrey
Germany
Britain
Taft
League
Bloodshed on the Border Spurs US Anger and Calls for Action
The Philadelphia Bolletin reports four U.S. Cavalrymen killed and another wounded by Mexican bandits near Brownsville, amid criticism of U.S. policy toward Villa Carranza and ongoing tensions. The piece condemns mistreatment of Americans and confiscation of property, urging stronger measures and a firmer stance in Mexican affairs. It notes discussions of a peace candidate and military preparation, stressing the need for decisive action.
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Villa
Carranza
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