Kaiser Calls Final Stand on Arabic Case Pending Inquiry
Washington received a message from German ambassador Count von Bernstorff stating Berlin has no official information on the sinking of the Arabic. The imperial government asks for a fair hearing and says it would regret any loss of American lives, extending sympathies to the United States. The note urges considering both sides to avoid wrong impressions.
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Kaiser
Washington
Count von Bernstorff
Berlin
Department of State
Germany
Europe
Local War News and Doans Kidney Pills Ad
Reports from Courland to Galicia show German and Austrian forces pressing Russians with renewed activity along the Dvina and upper Bug while Austro Italian fronts see slow advances. Desperate fighting persists at the Dardanelles as Doan's Kidney Pills are endorsed by Sidney resident Mrs Lipska for kidney weakness and rheumatic pains.
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von Hindenburg
Dvina
Courland
Dardanelles
Galicia
Berlin
Vienna
von Muindenburg
Riga
Upper Bug
Zlota Lipa
Russia
Brest Litovsk
Nicholas
Pripet Marshes
Mazurian Lake
East Prussia
Teutons
Lipsk
Grodno
Napoleon
Great Britain
John Lipska
Sidney
Doan
William W. Russell Named to Santo Domingo Post
William W. Russell is slated for imminent appointment as United States minister to Santo Domingo. The confirmation and formal installation are anticipated by officials, with duties to represent U.S. interests and manage diplomatic relations in the Caribbean nation.
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United States
Santo Domingo
Exports Hit Record Mark in July Trade Totals
The Department of Commerce announced July exports valued at 267,978,990 dollars, the highest for that month. The trade balance showed exports exceeding imports by 124,879,370 dollars, versus 21,929,008 in July 1918, with July 1913 the previous peak.
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Department of Commerce
Reichstag In Session Great Sensation In Berlin
The German chancellor spoke at the Reichstag opening recalling Sir Edward Grey in London before the war began. He quoted Grey saying that war would allow him to render greater services after peace if England remained neutral. The chancellor claimed Grey aimed to use a weakened Germany as counter influence against Russia. The London scene caused profound sensation in the Reichstag.
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Edward Grey
London
England
Germany
Russia
Reichstag
Sulzberger Estate Goes to Children in Will
Ferdinand Sulzberger president of Sulzberger and Sons leaves over 2 million dollars to be divided among his seven sons and four daughters. One son Simon who lives in Sydney receives 90000 dollars in a trust fund. The residuary estate is to be shared by the remaining heirs as named in the will on file in New York.
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Sidney
Sulzberger
Ferdinand Sulzberger
Sulzberger & Sons’ Company of America
New York
Simon
Sydney
Australia
Benson Bond Deal Delayed by State Refusal
The Benson village 25 000 bond issue at 6 percent faces state hurdles after Secretary of State refuses to sign the affidavit confirming registration. The bonds were sold to outsiders without state bidding, which might have allowed the state to take them at 5 percent, saving money for Benson residents.
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Benson
Pool
Motor Help and Mechanical Questions From a 1930s FAQ
Practical guidance on diagnosing an engine ground wire break and its effect on starting and running, locating a broken wire by stoppage patterns, and inspecting valves and rings for compression loss. Also explains semifloating rear axle disadvantages and using a canvas strip to pull a car from mud with ends tied to stake and tire.
Car wheel hub trueing and imitation leather top recipe
Discussion covers hub eccentricity effects on wheel bearing wear and steering, options to fix by truing or replacing hub, plus a dubious imitation leather top recipe using spermaceti wax varnish asphalt and dyes with method and color preparation. Also looks at bonnet clearance over exhaust manifolds, engine size versus fuel economy, sinking a galvanized drum for underground gasoline storage, and eliminating squeaking springs with graphite.
Texas Hurricane Toll Reaches 256 Dead and 50 Million Loss
The southeast Texas coast faces a catastrophic storm with 256 known deceased residents, dozens more missing, and property damage estimated near 50.09 million dollars. Rescue crews and relief efforts continue as officials tally the wrecked craft and widespread devastation along the coast.
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Texas
Britain Declares Cotton Contraband
Great Britain declares cotton contraband and intends measures to relieve low mood that might distress the cotton market because of the contraband order. The move signals government action to stabilize prices and supply amid wartime restrictions.
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Great Britain
El Paso Report Claims Mass U S Army On Mexican Border
A circulated report from El Paso states that nearly the entire U S mobile army is to be concentrated on the Mexican border with speculation that this could lead to an invasion of Mexico within a short time. Authorities caution that the rumor remains unconfirmed.
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el Paso
United States
Mexico
Pastor and bride switch from Arabic to American liner
Rev Downing of Nickerson Morse church and his bride altered travel plans after learning the Arabic was torpedoed. They chose an American steamer at higher cost following relatives advice. They had returned from England to visit his old home, and the dangers of English liners influenced the change.
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Rev
Downing
Methodist Church
Nickerson
England
Elusive engine knock and carbon removal by alcohol treatment
The article discusses a dull engine knock likely from a loose part near the front of the engine and suggests checking main bearings flywheel crankshaft and piston wear. It also explains using denatured alcohol to remove carbon in cold or hot engines, instructing one cylinder at a time and timing for carbon softening.
Practical shellac on rims to prevent rusting discussed
The letter questions using shellac on rims to stop rust, noting it peels off quickly and suggesting graphite or ordinary paint as better options. It asks how to retain a glossy car body finish, recommending washing with warm water and rubbing in a liquid veneer with cheesecloth, claiming it restores gloss.
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Sidney, Neb
U. S
Plymouth
Fundingsland Transfer CO
Sidney Drug Co
THE
Sidney Lumber CO
U. P
Rock Springs
Hanna
William W. Russell
Clinedinst, Washington
Grey
Britain
Myron L. Babcock
Logan County Bank Building
Sterling
Colorado
H. E. Mantor
Stewitts Building
Nebrasks
C. C. Perry
William Ritchie
Ritchie & Perry
Attorneys-at-Law
Lincoln
O. Street
Jos. A. Wolf
Court House
Cheyenne County Abstract Company
Nebraska
Joseph M. Swenson
Cleburnee Block
Joseph Oberfelder
C. W. Ilee
J. G. Swatzlander, M. D
Henry E. Gapen
Law Office
Gapen
Glenn Bliss
Bentley Building
E. Harper
C. M. Wright
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