German defense of Mexican alliance plan in Reichstag debate
Dr Alfred Zimmermann cites cautious wartime measures and ally seeking as natural defenses in event of war with America The disclosure of a secret dispatch he says was a misfortune but necessary for Germany's patriotic interests The remarks defend publication abroad and dismiss American outrage as unfounded overreach
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Ion
Mexico
Japan
United States
Germany
America
Reichstag
Alfred Zimmer
Mann
Reuter
Amsterdam
Zimmerspann
Wilson scores filibusters at Democratic luncheon
President Wilson, unhappy over the Senate's failure to pass the armed neutrality bill, spoke forcefully at a White House luncheon with the Democratic national committee. He said he was "mad" at a small group of senators, urged unity in international affairs, and warned against partisan friction.
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Senate
Washington
Wilson
White House
Democratic National Committee
Americs
Senator King Honored in Senate Caucus Choice
Washington reports Senator W. H. King of Utah was chosen secretary of the Democratic caucus. The action occurred Tuesday in Washington as part of discussions to review Senate rules and to select the floor leader president pro tempore and Senate staff.
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King
Washington
W. H. King
Utah
Senate
Congress
German crew indicted for sinking freighter in Charleston harbor
Ship Scottiers Indicted in Florence South Carolina. Captain Johann R Klattenhof and eight officers and men of the German steamer Leben fels faced federal grand jury charges for deliberately sinking the Hansa line freighter in Charleston harbor on February 1.
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Ship
Scottiers
Florence
Johann R. Klattenhof
Federal District Court
Hansa Line
Charleston Harbor
Caminetti Seeks Pardon From President Wilson
F Drew Caminetti, son of Anthony Caminetti, requests a presidential pardon after the Supreme Court denied a rehearing of his white slave conviction Tuesday. The case involves immigration and federal enforcement actions led by his father.
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Caminetti
San Francisco
Wilson
F. Drew Caminetti
Anthony Caminetti
United States Commissioner General of Immigration
United States Supreme Court
Plot to Blow up Plants in Hoboken and Von Gunner Case
Fritz Kolb a German held with two bombs and other explosives found Monday and Hans Schwartz arrested Tuesday face court in connection with a plot to blow up munitions for entente allies. In Vermont dry forces gain six towns on statewide election returns. Werner Horn German reservist lieutenant who dynamited the International bridge near Vanceboro Maine in 1915 loses habeas corpus suit and must stand trial.
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Hoboken
N. J
Fritz Kolb
Hans Schwartz
Vermont
Rutland
Horn
Washington
Werner Horn
Leutenant
Vanceboro
Will Modify Rules Washington Senate Rules
President Wilson urged modification of Senate rules to curb future filibusters that stalled the armed neutrality bill. The move has drawn near consensus as lawmakers push faster action and procedural changes to limit delays. The proposal aims to preserve minority rights while avoiding repeated blocking tactics.
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Washington
Senate
Wilson
Saint Patrick praised as nation builder and teacher
Rev. T. P. McDonough extols St. Patrick as a centenarian observer of life who helped remake a nation. The Apostle of Ireland is lauded for learning influence in culture, reform of character, humility, and a blend of patriotism with religious devotion across fifteen centuries.
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T.patrice
Apostle
Ireland
St. Patrick
Rev
T. P. McDonough
St Patrick birthplace dispute debated in Ireland magazine
A lengthy Irish magazine excerpt weighs rival claims on St Patrick’s birthplace. Scottish Breton and Welsh theories are weighed, with Archbishop Healy and Professor Bury among authorities cited. The piece emphasizes caution and rejects definite claims, noting Patrick’s Romanized Celtic identity and broad historical context.
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Boston
St. Patrick
Homer
Patrick
Scotland
Wales
Brittany
Lee Keating
O'Hanlon
Professor Moore
Lannigan
Don Philip O'Sullivan
Father Morris
Canon Fleming
Miss Cusack
Father O'Farrell
Tor Healy
Healy
Tuam
Philip O’sullivan Beare
Bretagne
Boanarem ‘Tabernine
Pat- Tick
Lanaigan
O'Sullivan
Bonnavem Tabernise
Boulogne-sur-mer
Picardy
Bonnaventa
Britain
Rhys
Severn
Bristol Channel
Qmorganshire
Sullivan End
Doctor Healy
Cardinal Moran
Colgan
O'Flaherty
Keating
Q O'Henton
Professor Bury
John Rhys
Irish Equality and National Character Across History
The piece discusses the Celt’s love of equality shaping social aims and hindering unification for independence. It notes Irish sensibility as a barrier to accepting conquerors, cites perceptions of valor, and mentions the Book of Kells and Saint Columba associated church at Kells. References to Curren and monetary figures appear in passing.
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Curren
Kells
Columba
An Irish Tune Wil on Eos 2 Se late 8
Fragmentary verse piece recalling Kerry and fairies with hints of a fiddle and a mother. A speaker pleads to listen to the tune but warns against playing with any ceher and invokes May God to bless days gone by.
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Wil
Kerry
Hugh F. Stent
Lofty Ideals and Moral Image of the Celt
The Celt is described as the most purely moral and religious of barbaric races. His lofty ideals and lively imagination favor pleasures over planning for future needs. The passage notes improvidence as a consequence, questioning whether any gains outweigh the losses.
Driven From Their Country Emigration After Penal Laws
An excerpt recalls eighteenth century Ireland under Penal Laws and the Treaty of Limerick. It notes King William’s protests, retaliatory measures, and forced emigration of Irish men and families to Europe and America, driven by English governance and gentry oppression. The passage emphasizes memory of persecution guiding those who fled.
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Ireland
Limerick
Wiliam
Europe
America
Remember Native Land Irish Love for Their Native Land
The piece extols Irish devotion to homeland citing that newcomers show love for their native soil. It contrasts storytelling of fairies and benevolence toward well behaved children with consequences for misdeeds.
Austria Answers American Note on Neutral Losses
Vienna replies to Washington on unrestricted submarine warfare. Neutrals are responsible for losses when entering war zones, and belligerents may decide measures against enemies. Austria-Hungary contends neutrals have no broader claims beyond being informed and protected.
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London
Vienna
Reuter’s
Amsterdam
Ancona
Persia
Washington Cabinet
Wilson to Retain Cabinet for Four More Years
Washington President Wasea Te names a full cabinet for another four years. The nominees sent to the senate for confirmation include Robert Lansing as secretary of state, William Gibbs McAdoo as secretary of the treasury, Newton D. Baker as secretary of war, Thomas W. Gregory as attorney general, Albert Burleson as postmaster general, Josephus Daniels as secretary of the navy, David F. Houston as secretary of agriculture, William Redfield as secretary of commerce, and William B. Wilson as secretary of labor. The cabinet remains in office pending confirmation.
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Washington
Wasea Te
Senate
Robert Lansing
New York
William Gibbe Me
Adoo
Treasury
Newton D. Laker
Oain
Thomas W. Gregory
Albert Super Burteson
Texas
Emeral
Josephus Daniels
North Carolhe
David F. Houston
Missouri
William Redfield
Commerce
William B. Wilson
Pennsylvania
Labor
Mine Mill Burned at Hanover Site of Bessemer Iron Plant
A fire swept the Hanover facility of the Hanover Bessemer Iron and Copper Company, burning the mill and power plant. The blaze damaged key production infrastructure seventeen miles northeast of the town, with local crews battling flames through the night.
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Hanover Bessemer Iron & Copper Company
Hanover
Workmen's Compensation Law Case Upheld by Supreme Court
The first compulsory workmen's compensation law in Washington was upheld by the supreme court Tuesday, affirming its constitutionality as a rational, required measure for industrial insurance.
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Washington
Supreme Court
Cascarets Promise Quick Relief for Liver and Bowels
A promotional snippet touts Cascarets as a cure for constipation indigestion biliousness and sluggish bowels claiming fast results and a healthier clearer head. Also includes a dialogue about dental dentures with a four dollar down payment and weekly installments amid a jokey exchange about a man deemed lucky.
Kidney Medicine Advertisement Claim and Offer
An old style ad promotes a kidney medicine claiming benefits and urges readers to send ten cents to Dr. Kilmer and Co. for more information or a sample. The wording resembles early 20th century medical advertising with a persuasive tone and minimal concrete data.
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Dr. Kilmer & Co
Silly Boxing Bird Found Perched on a Stump
A curious boxing bird sits on a stump with a square body and open beak, described as unclad bystanders observe its unconcerned stance as it appears to be a comic, clumsy figure in the scene.
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Ter
Unclear Odorless Foot Care Ad Cites Drugstore Supply
An advertisement fragment promotes removing hard skin from feet including corns and calluses. It references asking a druggist for a bottle of a product called freesone and notes wholesale supply, with implied assurances of effectiveness and no disappointments.
Desert Dream Turns to Gum Thera Tale
Ronald suffers indigestion at dinner and asks for a second dessert. His aunt forbids seconds recalling a past binge that made him dream of bears tigers and wild animals. He laments dreaming of a great big gum thera as a humorous conclusion.
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Ronald
Donald
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