Hindenburg Dies After Stormy Meeting With German Emperor
Amsterdam reports, citing Les Nouvelles, that Field Marshal von Hindenburg died after a May 16 clash with Emperor William II at the German headquarters near Spa. The cause cited is brain congestion following an apoplectic stroke, with sources in occupied Belgium.
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Illness in Germany linked to food shortage
Amsterdam reports widespread illness in German industrial districts described as Spanish influenza but attributed to hunger and exhaustion. Westphalia and Rhine towns report daily deaths, hospitals full, potato rations at 1.5 kg per person weekly, new crop undelivered, industry hampered.
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German Chancellor Rules Belgium Not to Be Retained
Copenhagen dispatch reports Count Von Hertling stating Germany has no intention to keep Belgium after the war. He says Belgium would be an independent state in a future settlement, living in friendly relations with Germany, while Germany seeks inviolability of its own territory and expansion in the economic field. Negotiations will determine details.
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Proposals Rise as Germany Signals Peace Talk
Washington dispatch reports German Chancellor von Hertling in the Reichstag main committee frame stating Germany would use Belgium as a bargaining chip and showing willingness to discuss peace. Diplomats expect more concrete proposals. Wilson believes Germany aims to control Russia and would sacrifice the western front to achieve it.
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Germany ready to follow up peace desires in Reichstag debate
London July 18 reports Imperial Chancellor von Hertling said Germany is prepared to follow up any serious peace wish shown by the Allies. The remark was made during the Reichstag debate on the mer. Continued on next page.
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Posse Forms to Round Up Deserters After Attack
Beaumont July 13 A party of eight armed men including regular army troops and Texas rangers led by Captain Aldrich left for White City in San Augustine County where Ranger J D White was killed and Ranger W J Rowe wounded days earlier during a clash with National Army deserters. Deputy McDonald took warrants for several parties as a farm house near White City. Rangers and deputies guarded the house until dawn and two men believed to be deserters were shot at close range. Rowe remained in serious condition.
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Weather Summary for San Antonio and East Texas
San Antonio and nearby areas expect tonight and Sunday with high temperatures around 96 to 98 degrees and light to gentle southerly winds. East Texas should have similar conditions with mostly fair skies and gentle southerly breezes through tonight and Sunday.
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Weather snapshot by city shows mixed conditions
St Toute reports 66 clear with northeasterly 4 mile wind and a 24 hour low of 64 and high 63. Chicago records 62 partly cloudy with 5 mile wind from north, 24 hour low 62 and high 44. Kanes Cliys notes 66 partly cloudy from north, 24 hour low 66 and high 4. New York 66 cloudy with northeast wind, 24 hour low 64 and high 4.
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French gain at Montdidier and Oise fronts take 500 prisoners
Paris dispatch reports French forces pushed forward posts about 500 yards near the Porte farm and attacked a three mile front from Castel to Mailly Ruineval. They captured Castel and Anchin farm with several German positions and 500 prisoners, penetrating more than a mile. Additional raids north of the Avre and near the Marne yielded prisoners.
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Vise
Marne
Champigne
British Raids Net Prisoners and Guns on Flemish Front
British forces conducted successful minor operations last night on the Flanders front near Vieux Berain and Morris taking 96 prisoners and capturing a few machine guns. A German raiding party in the Meteren sector was repulsed. German artillery was active on the Planders front opposite Beaumont Hamel.
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Beranin
Morris
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Meteren
Planders
Beaumont- Hamel
French Gains Important in Allied Front Drive Between Ypres and Rheims
French and British offensives push along the Somme and Avre sectors. French forces strike toward Montdidier and Compiegne, advancing over a mile on three miles of front and taking hundreds of prisoners. Allied action threatens German positions near Amiens, with ongoing weather hampering British air operations and German artillery holding Lys.
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Austrian emissary seeking peace meets repulse
Reports from Berne confirm allied legations rejected an Austrian pacifist emissary, Professor Lammasch, who sought peace overtures in several capitals. Diplomats in Switzerland and elsewhere dismissed his efforts as amateur meddling by Central powers. Crowder calls for 12,143 draftees for general service training at Brammir schools, including 151 African Americans, to depart August 1 through 28.
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Journal of Geneva, Sayn
Switzerland
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Crowder
Slayden Record Criticizes Wilson Era War Votes
The document outlines James L. Slayden’s disloyal stance during the WWI era. It cites his opposition to expanding the army and navy, conscription, and measures aiding the war effort. It accuses him of failing to condemn German aggression and the sinking of the Lusitania, portraying him as unpatriotic.
Army Corps Formed For Our Men In France
Washington reports the U S Army has crossed 1 100 000 troops abroad with three new army corps formed in France Each corps will total about 22 000 to 250 000 men from regulars National Guard and National Army Commanders named for two corps with lieutenant general ranks anticipated once permanent appointments are made The week saw 90 000 cross and 30 000 transported last week as Allied commands plan for sustained troop movements facing an uncertain German offensive on the Western Front.
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New War
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Illinois
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27Th National Guard
New York
John P. O'Ryan
Army Corps
Germanic Disloyalty Band Sergeant Biermann Convicted
Oscar D Biermann, band sergeant of the Nineteenth Infantry Band, was found guilty by court martial on eighteen specifications under Beetham OO. He received a life sentence but Col R C Williams reduced it to thirty years confinement. The trial disclosed disloyal remarks and refusal to play The Star Spangled Banner at Beethoven Hall and the playing of Kaiser Frederick at Fort Sam Houston guard mount.
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Beethon OO
Prohibition Urged as War Coal Shortage Remedy
Washington July 13 The National Coal Association argues immediate national prohibition is essential to secure an extra 100 million tons of coal annually. Dr Garfield has presented the plan to President Wilson as the association's committee cites alcohol curtailing coal output and urges prohibition during the war to enable the required increase. The group notes dry regions show higher production potential and calls Congress to choose between booze in mining towns and coal for the war effort. Little Rock Arkansas July 28 Edward Cornish announces a government aviation warehouse will be located in Little Rock, financed at nearly 1 million dollars, to service fields in the Southwest.
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Jie
America
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Aoman
Washington, D. C
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Ill health rumors swirl around Field Marshal von Hindenburg
Amid conflicting reports from The Hague and Geneva press wires, field marshal von Hindenburg’s health and mental capacity are questioned. Dispatches claim he is ill or confined, with General Lendorff taking on staff duties as rumors persist of dispute with the Kaiser over western front offensive plans.
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Women to Vote in Amarillo Democratic Primary Hope
Women in Amarillo Texas will vote for the first time in the January 27 Democratic primary, following confirmation that they are qualified to cast ballots. A total of 2112 women have registered versus 2072 men. The move follows Texas rules allowing qualified women voters to participate in primaries.
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