Spite beach tale shows Atlantic City feud over bathers
Townsfolk know the spite fence idea and Lambert plans a free public bathing beach on his waterfront lot in Atlantic City. He promises free swims and whimsical suits for all, drawing praise as philanthropy and prompting neighbors led by Congressman Ware to contemplate their remedies.
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Ean
Atlantic City
United States
Archibald St. Larmbert
William Scott Ware
Congress
Philadelphia
Congressman Vare
Lambert
Congressman Ware
Win
Mr. Lambert
Trig
Vare Ts
Ancient Amanat and Polemic Clash in Era of War
Fragmentary remarks discuss global conflicts and a growing sense of danger as a European war looms. Two unnamed figures, described as knowledgeable, are referenced as preparing a cover story that may reveal deeper explanations behind the dispute involving church and United States relations.
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Europe
Cremony
United States
Battat
John Losatinyan
Prohibition clash as Miles and Sullivan spar over speaking rights
In a heated exchange at Atlantic U General Miles and John L Sullivan faced off over who should speak, each defending their stance in a theatrically charged confrontation. Miles denounced Sullivan while Sullivan’s supporters praised his originality, fueling a dramatic public feud amid political tensions.
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Atlantic
Miles
John L Sullivan
Wirhmut Seeling
Mir. Sullivan
Estes
John L
John
Sobedy
Juhi
Mccolm Lawrence Suthven
Johnr L
German Note Riles in Dispute Over U S War Rights
The text reflects mixed U S reactions to Germany’s note on submarine warfare and neutral rights. It cites Gerards Washington briefing, Bryan’s support for a conciliatory tone, and fears of U S division. It criticizes Germany for failing to repudiate the Lusitania massacre and for asserting terms that threaten American ships and lives.
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Berlin
Gerard No
Washington
Gerard
Bryan
United States
Germany
High Seas
Lusitania
von Jager
Tas
Willian Jennings Bryan
Brean
Isolation marks fallen idol in American patriotism
The piece reflects on a once highly honored figure now isolated among fellow Americans who may applaud him. It suggests his fall from grace is self-made and highlights the pity of his self-imposed distance from national sentiment.
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Nini
Mexico
Carranza
Diag
Aanlm Ii
Atate
Francisco Vilaaig
Eluyes
Bouche
Beni
Beau Bronimiel
United States
Villa
Carranza | Americanisg
Carranga
Jesus Carrapi
Obrégm
Gan Jgales
Ula
Couriet
Carennsa
United Strate
Balaklava Revisited as Dardanelles Campaign Stumbles
The report argues the Gallipoli push, likened to Balaklava, has suffered heavy Allied losses and limited gains. It notes the terrain favors defense, shipping difficulties hinder landings, and Turkish/German command complicates reinforcement. It warns strategic and political aims remain unmet after five months.
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Dardanelles
Lord Northcliffe
Gallipoli
Krith
Krithia
Atel Baha
Keithia
Constantinople
Ile
Turkey
Russia
Black Sea
Mediterranean
Balkan
Home Manufacturing Push Promises U.S. Factory Growth
Announcement of millions invested in Fittsburg district factories to produce chemical products once imported signals welcome industrial momentum. The war may spur creation of needed domestic industries we could have built years earlier, reducing reliance on foreign sources. Baltimore.
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Fittsburg
United States
America
Baltimore
Ferguson Pleases Southeast Texas Voters
The Beaumont Enterprise notes James E Ferguson as a plain practical farmer who spoke directly to Southeast Texas supporters during his campaign. It credits him with keeping promises and earning respect as a former businesslike governor who made good on his pledges.
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Ferguson
James Stephen Wgs
Texas
James E. Ferguson
Ike
Beaumont
Mexican Note Quotes Milling as Leaders Seek Stabilization
Houston Press notes President Wilson warns and Mexican military factions mill to find a capable Moses to lead anarchy toward a government likely to gain U S recognition. Americans hope no intervention, but grace days fade as patriots must drop manana to avoid federal action.
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Wilson
Repubiic
United States
Houston
Lansing Tells the Truth on Mexico Coverage
The secretary of state Robert Lansing earns praise for ending four years of suppressed Mexico reporting. He adopts a policy that the American people deserve straight facts, criticizing press optimism and urging clear government information from agents in Mexico. The piece quotes Topeka State Journal and denounces war-prompting rhetoric.
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Lansing
Robert Lansing
Mexico
State Department
Moxieng
Dougl
October Front Line Pipe Loss Turns Into Vengeful Victory
In a drenched October night set amid trenches and forest, soldiers share a quiet moment before intense shelling. Fevrier grieves a broken pipe yet leads a bayonet assault, securing a hard won trench hold while joking that his enemy paid for the loss with their own shells.
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Mert Hachyite
Warrier
Wabl
Oir Geek
Daily Fashion Hint on Wool Jersey Outfit and Accessories
The article describes a fashion idea using wool jersey in brown, cream, and gray. It outlines a belted dress, velvet belt accents, and stockings with a corduroy velvet tunic or hunter set. It notes the outfit is practical, smooth, and wrinkle resistant for summer wear and emphasizes movement and fit.
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Jersey
Alu
Sleepy Time Tales and Myra's Country Visit
A girl named Myra travels with her mother to the country and encounters a calf and a cow drinking milk, with the milk pail upset. The scene shifts to war preparation and American industrial might, noting Du Pont's plant near City Point employing 17,000 and soon 70,000 workers, guncotton production, and warhead molding. The piece contrasts German claims with American output and resource strength amid wartime sentiment.
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Myra
Tate
Myrna
Sen
Abe
Tls
Holmney
America 15
Lavlaville Courier-Journat
United States
du Port
Virgtote
Atlantic
America
Remarkable Child Swimmers Demonstrate Courage Current
A Philadelphia exhibition showcases young swimmers including Florence McLaughlin, a four year old who stripped and swam in the Schuylkill river to prove clothing cannot condemn one to drowning. A 12 year old later performed feats to prove resilience, while parents emphasize safety and keeping cool wits in the water.
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Hestnion
Prorence McLaughlin
Schuylkill River
Florence McLaughlin
Sue
Ewiaring Park
Clint
Eirla
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