Belgian Paper Reepo Teasing German Army
Brussels reports Libre Belgique continues to publish despite German control. The paper taunts the Kaiser and German generals, exposes misdeeds, and even von Bissing receives a special copy. Authorities offered rewards up to 75 000 francs for editor names, with arrests of suspected associates.
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Paris
Brussels
Libre Belgique
Kommandantur
Germany
von Bissing
Jesuit College of
Frances
Jacobean plaster decoration in old English mansions
The article traces the rise of plaster work from Holland to England during the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries, noting Jacobean as a peak period. It highlights the artistry of raised rings and arabesque designs, the social role of lavish interiors, repeated motifs, and the use of lime plaster with moulds to create enduring architectural figures.
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Holland
England
Henry VIII
Elizabeth
James I
James
Jacob
Plaster
Destruction at Saint Cloud Chateau Follows Last Commandant Souvenirs
Russell of the Times recalls the 1870 Prussian siege and the final night at the Chateau of Saint Cloud. German officers Strutz Von Bissing and Von Glass urged officers to take souvenirs as fires began. Russell notes gifts showered on him when he carried nothing offered.
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Russell
Times
St. Cloud
Strutz
Strautz
Saint Cloud
von Bissing
von Glass
Von Bissing Belgium Governor Born in 1844
The article notes Wilhelm von Bissing serving as governor of Belgium. He was born in 1844 and served as a lieutenant in the Prussian army in 1870.
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von Bissing
Belgium
Family seeks Pasteur treatment after hydrophobia death
Charles Elly and his two sons left Seguin Texas for Austin to pursue Pasteur treatment for hydrophobia. Six county residents have sought treatment in recent weeks amid an epidemic in the area.
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Seguin
Tex
Charles Elly
Austin
Pasteur
Meet to select Colquitt portrait in Austin Monday
A legislative committee meeting will be held in Austin on Monday to choose a portrait of former Governor O B Colquitt. Senator J A Harley of Seguin leads the committee and will preside as the selection is made.
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Colquitt
Austin
Tex
O. B. Colquitt
J. A. Harley
Seguin
Just Tike Mother and the Village Football Scheme
The tale recalls Scrumpton lads forming a football club needing funds and gear. The captain urges equal subscription, praising collective effort while cracking a joke about Jimmy Simpkins suspecting a neighbor’s money box fund misuse, describing a playful local yarn.
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Scrumpton Village
Jimmy Simpkins
Jimmy
Howling Success Proves Wedding Plans Delayed
A jocular exchange about a bachelor party and a wedding being postponed two days highlights a humorous social snippet. The dialogue notes a bachelor supper triggering the delay with lighthearted tone and local wit.
San Antonio Firemen 70 Stage Annual Ball at Beethoven Hall
The nineteenth annual ball sponsored by the San Antonio Firemen’s Relief Fund Association will be held Monday night at Beethoven hall. The event, organized by lead committees including Chief Phil Wright, aims to be the most successful since the group formed. The program features 24 dances with music by the Municipal Band and a grand march titled Imperial. Funds support financial aid for sick or disabled firemen.
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San Antonio
W. J. Berry
W. P. Bishop
Ben Fassnidge
G. Meret
C. A. Willard
C. L. Graap
W. J. Schaub
J. L. Hogan
N. M. Foley
W. J. Robins
A. J. Owens
J. W. Rengin
F. A. Black
Campbell for Defense
Former Governor Thomas M. Campbell of Palestine campaigned in Austin for the U S Senate seat praising President Witeon defense policy and signaling support. He planned to return home after a day of campaigning.
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Austin
Tex
Thomas M. Campbell
Palestine
United States
Witeon
Parson and Tommy Dialogue Sparks Sunday Church Visit
The London Opinion notes a lighthearted exchange about church attendance with Parson praising Sunday visit regularity and Tommy replying he’s not old enough to stay away yet.
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Tommy
London
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T. B. Baker
Pasteur Institute
America
Special Department For Mail Orders
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SAN Antonio Firemen
Beethoven Hall
Campbell
San Antonio Light
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