Germany would supply enemies with arms if US goes to war
German newspapers warn that Berlin would again ship munitions to the United States’ enemies if war erupts, arguing Germany supplied Spain during the Spanish–American War and may do so again depending on naval power and sea control. The piece weighs potential outcomes and conditions guiding Berlin’s actions.
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United States
Germany
Spain
Count Okuma
America
Japan
Okuma
Cavite States
Pacific Coast
Deelarung
Jamies
Count Okume
The Employers Share in a Continental Army Plan
The national plan to defend the nation envisions a continental army of 800 900 men within six years, alongside 140 000 regulars 300 000 reserves and state militia. It would enlist 133 000 annually with two months yearly training for three years, then ready for service during future three years, creating a subset of disciplined workers for emergencies. The proposal argues regulars and reserves suffice for ordinary duties while continentals would be instantly mobilized in crises, shifting the burden from manufacturers and employers to a trained force.
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Congress
Wilfson
Tibor
Congressivitg
Soldie
Army training plan hinges on employer cooperation
The piece argues employers must adjust business schedules to allow early training leave without harming workers' positions or advancement. It cites naval and militia examples, urging large employers to support patriotic programs by granting furloughs for military encampments and paying wages during state duty. Smaller firms may follow once big employers set a precedent.
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Continentals
N National Guard
Sue
Plans for the Navy Could Double U S Fleet in Five Years
Secretary Josephus Daniels pushes a five year naval expansion plan to Congress. The program would nearly double ships including fifteen to twenty dreadnoughts and battle cruisers, about one hundred submarines, seventy destroyers, and several fast scout cruisers. The public backing and partisan reaction are mixed, with support seen as essential for national defense.
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Josephus Daliis
Washington
Congress
United States Navy
Wilson
Gentle Reminder of Wartime Tensions and Social Frictions
A historical note recalls a California ball where American women refused to dance with Japanese officers. The event stirred quiet thoughts on future conflict with Japan and the possibility of naval strikes on such gatherings. The excerpt also critiques German arrogance and global misperceptions during the era.
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California
United States
Japan
Los Angeles
German Superiority and Okuma’s Peace Claim Debated
A colonial-era opinion piece argues that claims of German racial superiority provoke mixed reactions worldwide. It cites Count Okuma’s warning that lasting peace requires nations renouncing absolute superiority, noting parallels between American, Japanese, and German attitudes and the risk of ongoing conflict.
New Title Sought to Ease Domestic Worker Stigma
A report from the Oklahoma Federation of Labor notes white women object to “servant” labels for domestic help. A proposal calls for a neutral job title to avoid social inferiority. The issue reflects democratic ideals and evolving views on class and labor.
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Okahoma Federation of Labor
Memphis
California’s Example and Texas Delays in Growth Focus
The piece urges Texas to advertise its climate and capitalise on opportunities, while California’s polished image impresses visitors. It criticises Texas streets as dirty, laments poor flower growth, and argues for manufacturing and exports, contrasting with Texas politics dominating decisions.
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California
Texas
Tesus
Divorce rate in Philadelphia shocks church social service panel
A Philadelphia church social service commission reports that in the past year there was one divorce for every seventeen marriages in the city, a figure likened to old calls for free silver coinage. The clergy seek causes and remedies for a national trend affecting moral and marital stability.
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Church Social Service Commission
Philadelphia
Bryan
Ministry of Philadelphia
Houston Post
Kansas Money Crisis Hits Kansas Banks Hard
Kansas banks face a binds under four state law provisions limiting deposits to ten times capital and surplus. Many institutions have boosted siping and capital to survive as deposits rise, risking penalties and potential runs. The Christian Science Monitor notes relief could come from New York investors.
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Kansas
New York
cChristian Scienta Munitor
Enlarge At Inston Southwestern Asylum Admits 500
Five hundred female patients from the county and state are admitted as the Southwestern asylum at San Antonio expands. The county jail crime wave and care for the poor are noted, with continuance of confinement policies and government aid unclear.
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Inston
San Antonio
Ile
Roger Mnander
Hamilton Hecord
Revenge of the Dead in a German raid near Alsace
An 1914 account describes French forces under heat and fatigue near Belfort and Joenkersey repelling a German cavalry thrust. A column advances into woods and encounters a grim scene at a ruined cemetery where skeletal remains and a French engineer belt plate are found. The officer recalls Als youth and the day’s brutal contrast between German advance and French resistance.
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Wanode
Alllirch
Delle
Muthonge
Germany
Stroneheld
Belfort
Jonekersy
Generiy
Porward
Childron
France
Chile
Alvirekamsean
Wetsuum
Enems
Walhelm
Wagalsnelm Abd
Darknerr
Christian von Behweser
University of Jena
Nfurth
Alamo
Daily Fashion Hint on Season Styles and Details
Fashion notes describe season trends and design details such as lace and button effects, patent leather accents, feather trims, and high topped shoes. Observations emphasize color combinations, textured fabrics, and unique button placements while noting dressy, stylish looks and distinct shoe features.
Unclear text fragment mentions Inper Adige valley and treaties
The readable portion references places in the Inper Adige valley and mentions treaties and profinets. It mentions Meno Wold Jiu and Vestine du paris fal and fasts Wrouah bie Hho, with scattered names like Kanehel and Wy.
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Mergiy
Adige
Paris
Minstrel show review with varied performances
A verbose theater write up lauds Neil OBrien and Lenat in a minstrel production. It praises the latest songs costumes and the overall preparation noting strong performances and stage presentational energy while conferring high praise on the music and comic bits.
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Noit
Lietus
Leilighiing
Neil O'Brien
Fui
In Exe
AsHrien
Texas
Mr. O'Brien
George Bysma
Sng
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