Impending collapse and peace terms in central empires
The article argues that Austria-Hungary is collapsing and seeks peace on any terms, signaling independence for Hungary Bohemia and Dalmatia, with Berlin pressuring for abdication and a harsh but necessary peace terms to satisfy the nations in arms. It warns that Prussia faces severe strain and that an unconditional surrender or restitution may be required to avert a useless four-year sacrifice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr.Holmes
Hoss Shay
Austria-Hungary
Hungary
Bohemia
Croatia
Dalmatia
Austria
Charles
Great Eastern Empire
Holy Roman Empire
Germany
Prussia
Berlin
Ludendorff
Frankfurter Zeitung
United States
Allied War Council
Paris
Our Other Enemy Disease Not War
An analysis argues that a deadly epidemic may have caused more deaths at home in a recent period than battles in Europe, ranking disease as a hidden major threat alongside war and suggesting authorities acknowledge its higher casualties.
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Europe
Lessons From the Influenza Threat for Everyday Life
The text argues against panic over influenza while urging preventive measures. It compares disease spread to battlefield tactics, noting crowded cities suffer higher casualty ratios and stressing that individual sacrifices protect others. It emphasizes avoiding unnecessary exposure and adhering to health regulations.
Jazz Arrives in Scotland as Sailors Spread Jazz Bands
American sailors in Scottish ports introduce ragtime jazzy forms to Edinburgh and Inverness. Highland crowds welcome the syncopated rhythm as bagpipes yield to brass and drums while Scots adopt a brisk abridged speech style in tune with the new mood.
Marshal Foch and the simplicity of great strategy
A historical study praises Marshal Foch for building elaborate schemes from simple, vital ideas. It contrasts his clear basics with Ludendorff’s overcomplicated, penalizing overreach and notes Foch’s orderly, clockwork-era tactics that prevent German surprises. It also references the Thirty-Sixth Division’s commendable action and the mixed commission’s Belgian evacuation.
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Marshal
Foch
Western Front
Passios
Herbert Sidebotham
von Falkenhayn
Russia
Itr
Ludendorff
Marshal Foch
Rag time finds a home in land of Bobbie Burns
The passage suggests rag time, an American staple, has taken root in a Scottish setting as Highland dances pair with the tempo. It notes that Jazz could suit the Highland fling and expand dancing possibilities in kilts, while American sailors approve of the traditional Scottish dance as normal fare.
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Bobbie Burns
Editorial Dream of Government Run Newspapers
A spoof on government control of papers cites price hikes and firings, joking that delinquents would be chased by sheriffs and editors paid a salary. It blends satirical notes with a poetical aside about wandering and nature, ending with a quotation from John Masefield.
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Council of Cefenge
Leavenworth
Marshall
Messenger
The Flags of the Allied Nations by T Sanborn
The article traces Italy's flag origins from 1805 a green white and red tricolor with Savoy arms added after unification and notes Italy's 1915 entry into World War I allied with France and American forces strengthening ties amid European battles and shared aims.
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T. Sanborn
Uly
Tinly
Europe
Napoleon
Veninsula
Victor Immanuel
Savoy
Sardina
Italy
France
Letters to The Light Policy on Signed Submissions
The Light states letters intended for publication must be signed and the writer's name may be published only if desired. Anonymous letters are not considered. Publication does not imply publisher endorsement of the letter's policy.
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The
Light
Base Hospitals Efficient Amid Epidemic at Fort Sam Houston
A letter from George W. Sheakor praising Fort Sam Houston and Camp Travis base hospitals for handling a severe epidemic with masterly skill. He commends Colonels Rand and Kellum and their medical staff for unflagging efforts, noting some doctors and nurses sacrificed their lives in the care of soldiers. There is also notice of Knights of Pythias planning more than 500000 dollars for disabled veterans rehabilitation.
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Fort Sam Houston
Camp Travis
Rand
Kellum
Fort Samplouston Base
George W. Sheakor
Baptist War Service
River Avene
San Antonio
Ais
Courage and Fear in Trench Warfare Advice
A war era guide urges soldiers to master weapon handling and maintenance, wear gas masks, and avoid exposing papers. It defines cowardice as a contagious malady and urges swift, decisive action to suppress fear and protect comrades and country.
Postponed UDC Meeting Due to Spanish Influenza
Miss Mary B Poppenheim president of the United Daughters of the Confederacy announces the indefinite postponement of the Louisville Kentucky meeting scheduled for November due to Spanish influenza quarantine measures.
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U. C. Co
Charleston
8. C
Mary
Poppenheim
United Daughters of the Confederacy
Louisville
Board of Health
Czechos Demand Removal of Troops From Empire
Czecho-Slovak deputies met Emperor Charles of Austria and urged removal of Austro-German troops from their areas. They also asked return of Czecho-Slovak regiments. Vienna dispatch notes they warned of possible internal revolt if demands are not met.
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Paris
Charles of
Austria
Vienna
Wartime Humor Fragments from the Marihuana Gazette
A garbled column of quips and satire from the Marihuana Gazette references wartime topics and public life. It includes lines about peace terms, inflation, health department furloughs, and odd anecdotes such as Diogenes seeking a streetcar with a flat wheel and a barber wearing an influenza mask.
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Laredo
Marihuana Gazette
Kansas
A. G. Nebb
Deupree
Lyons Sausasy News
Mme Diogenes
Houston Street
Ding
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Bonnie
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Inverness
Jazz
Max
Belgium
Tewksbury Road
A . Per UN
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Masefield
Road TO Victory
Rene Nolttes
San Antonio Light
Chicago Daily News
Trench Army
Paul Scott Mowrer
Hhis
Parricides
Navy
Chicago
Sam
Max General Foch
Georgia
Wilson
Grace
God
Etil Webb
Maude Mac Ozey
Maribiava Gazette
B. L
Briggs
Horace
Enis
Tre Carpenter
Dane
Tae Paperer
the Kaiser
Tribona Ansod
New York Tribune
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