Von Kuehlmann Blunder on Bismarck and Self-Determination
An analysis of Dr. Von Kuehlmanns Reichstag remarks claiming Bismarck settled self determination in 1866. The article argues the Prague treaty did not guarantee a plebiscite for Schleswig and cites Danish wishes to remain Danish. It contrasts Bismarcks aims with modern Prussian aims for global self determination and warns of broken promises.
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Bismarck
von Kuehlmann
Reichstag
Aelf-Determination Is Concerned, Dr. Kuehlmann
Prague
Austria
Schleswig
Prussia
Denmark
Wesl
Lorraine
Dr. Kuehlmann
Europe
China to Europe dispatch reports troops bound for France
An official Peking dispatch to Washington says a large unit of Chinese troops is headed to France, with about 100000 Chinese laborers already in France behind the lines. It notes the question of sending Japanese soldiers as well and comments on fighting strength compared with the Chinaman.
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Peking
Washington
France
Rhine
Berlin
Europe
Why Allies Chose Chinese Over Japanese in War
The author argues the Allies preferred Chinese troops to Japanese forces for Europe, citing Japan’s strong fighting capacity yet diplomatic risk. Britain faces postwar strain with Japan over outlets and resources, while Canada and Australia resist Japanese settlement. A Lebeck bill is proposed as a possible tax or policy substitute.
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Japan
United States
Suez Canal
Greece
Italy
France
Europe
Great Britain
Australia
British Columbia
Canada
Congress
Rural colonization bill sparks land versus farmers debate
The House considers a bill to create a bureau of farm colonization to survey public lands suitable for farming and establish rural colonies for qualified families. Critics note the plan buys idle lands for government investment, while proponents foresee postwar needs and urge large funding to empower small farmers.
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House of Representatives
Bureau of Farm Colonization
Shother
Trobeck
United States
Lobeck
John McCrae Dies On Western Front Patriotic Poet Soldier
London reports Lieut Col John McCrae died of pneumonia on the western front while in command of Canadian Hospital No 3. He cared for thousands of wounded soldiers since the war began and will be remembered for his war poem In Flanders Fields. He had served as a medical officer and poet, earning praise for his humane work.
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London
John McCrae
Western Front
Canadian Hospital
No. 3
McCrae
Flanders
Fields
Joh Metra
England
Fala
Leiden
Canada
Boulogne Getis
John Me
Grace
War Time Echoes and Odd Fragments From Around the World
A garbled wartime miscellany reports on profiteers, guardsmen, and leaders like Sherman and Von Hindenburg while commenting on winter shortages and prices. It touches on civilian life, transportation, and scattered anecdotes about workers, hobbies, and a California subject. The piece blends humor and grave notes about the era’s hardship and political mood.
What Are Shooting Stars and Where Do They Come From
An old Popular Science Monthly excerpt questions shooting stars. It notes no exact origin and surveys hypotheses that meteorites are fragments from small asteroidal bodies broken by volcanic explosions. The text discusses alternative ideas rejected by scholars and mentions notable historical opinions.
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Arizona
Baron Mumboldt
NYMSTES WANS DEATH PEXALIA LOCKS FOR TROOP SHIP WOUNDS
Letter from Private Meadquarters, Co. 259 Instants argues for death penalty for wounding troops at sea. Pleads that discipling of enlisted men hinges on severe punishment and criticizes leniency under existing law. Location noted as Leavworth, Atlanta.
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Otter
Dlenlyling
V. E. Lauderdale
Meadquarters, Co
Lo Ute
Leaverworth
Atlanta
German in the schools a to z call for fair meals in army life
A reader letter from Allen B. Shadley of Port Arthur, Texas, argues against German language bans in schools and cites army food shortages. He questions city streets etiquette for women in uniform and criticizes civic advertising while urging fair treatment of soldiers and better provisioning in the troops. He references San Antonio, Kaiser Wilhelm Street, and local officials, urging awareness of wartime sentiment and community support.
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Light
Nineteenth Field Artillery
Spmn
Battor
Henderson
William
Street
Seston
von Pigeou
Kaiser Wilhelm
San Antonio
Jady
Tess Tetlow
Sen Antonio
Sonis
Allen B. Shadley
Camp Hospital
Port Clark
Texas
Advice for rookies to the editor in wartime camp
The writer urges that new soldiers be properly trained and not rely on government care. He criticizes rookies who value comfort over discipline, notes hospital staff are busy, and argues officers must push for thorough training to create disciplined, well prepared soldiers. He calls for rapid, practical instruction as commissions address problems.
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Thera 9 Prelile
Vemal
Arkanung Gyuotte
Heehh
Bae George Schreiner
Luiat
Champ Trains
Simork
Live Well on Less Tips for War Time Cooking
Wartime guidance offers practical kitchen tips to stretch scarce resources. Advice covers using bacon and ham fat in hashes, suet puddings for cold weather, ox tail soups, and sour cream as a versatile ingredient. Emphasizes avoiding waste, buying spices in small quantities, and creative uses for leftover bread and rice.
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amMll Wal
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Bolan
Canaia
Tim Connaway Natien
Ahloke
Une Galinuy
Dallas
Hell
Memphis
Alii
Nayer
Baltimore Bun
Hsa
New York City
Soal
Helingen
Finland
Germany
Sherman Ald
Cork
von Hindenburg
Chicago
Garfield Cavill
Centis Bureau
Howe
LJ Larmer
Path
Worbers
Dan Travis
Tommy Camp
Meng
Maz
Amanda
Tschel
Gyo
Boston Globe
Lea
Ube Af Tha
Elena Hovenwalt
Ian
Real Sport
By Briggs
Wes
Wat
The
Tribune Assoc
New York Tribune
Cinewea
Iustich
Curtis
Élmes
Henshaw
Buck
Lacey Valentine
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