Verdun Front Rocks Amid Heavy Fighting and Mines
Dispatches describe fierce combat on the Verdun front with German troops occupying blockhouses at Avocourt and Dead Man Hill. French and German artillery exchange, mines explode at hill 108 in Champagne, and aerial operations include balloons shot down and a German plane downed near Lisacourt.
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Dead Man
Avocourt
Verdun
Sever
Jhill
Gormas
Avoanyrt
Uguorta
Verdua
Denperay
Sifart
Dead Man Hill
Douaumont
Gree
Berry-au-Bac
Champagne
Souain
Somme
Saute Hilare
St. Souplet
Hoarges
Lisacourt
Fontenoy
Dunkirk
Stems
Yrench Agiatora
Sholle
Gall- Fond
Motz-Sablons
Avricourt
Roye
Inches
Chappelate
Azanne
Similetz
Grioviles and
Den
Baltic naval clash report from Kalmar May ambers
Reports from Kalmar Sweden and Copenhagen relay that no violent cannonade was heard in the Baltic in May while observers claim battle raged between German and Russian warships, with conflicting accounts on Austaight and Fuchangd Telegraph Company.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kalmar
Sweden
Baltic
Copenhagen
Fuchangd Telegraph Company
Tyrol fighting report from Austrian offensive progress
A cautious military bulletin from Berlin dated May 2 describes Austro troops advancing in the Tyrol region. The report claims gains along the Armenters ridge and notes ongoing heavy fighting as forces press the southern Tyrol front.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Berlin
Donahue Seeks Republican Nomination for Justice of the Peace
Anthony M. Donahue of Clarksburg announces his candidacy for the Republican nomination for justice of the peace in the district. Born May 5, 1887, he cites farm roots, grocery work, Smith-Rate Company travel, and police service as a broad base for fair, merciful judicial enforcement. He emphasizes law enforcement with fairness to all and injustice to none.
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Anthony Mr. Demahues
Anthony M. Donahue
Donahue
Ike
Lés
Nie
Dombus
Clarksburg
Nore
Pennhite
Smith-Rate Grocery
Mr. Donahue
Expenses of Candidates Campaign Funds Sought
Morgantown May 24 Surgeant reports George W May of West Virginia University cadet corps seeks funds from state elites to send members to a government training camp this summer. The 80 member corps aims for a camp cost and the appeal will run in state newspapers. Candidates face strict reporting rules on expenditures before and after the election.
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West Virginia
Mary J Rub 74 dies. rites planned in Grafton area
Mrs Mary J Rub aged 74 died at her daughter Misty Dord's home in Malryoat. Widow of John Kuh she lived in Gratton area and was a member of St Pauls Malbodiat church. Funeral plans include services at Mt Ford and parish rites in Crafton conducted by Rev. Rady.
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Mary J. Rub
Misty D. Dord
Malryoat
Siuilay
Nps
Kish
John Puh
Arilinger
Pultemont
Karl Kish
Gratton
Raymond Wk
Memdowbrook
Doreney
Karl Koh
Uy Beaton
Fairionk
Crafton
UisCh A. A
Ford
Army Bill Aims for Major Reorganization Revision
Washington May 22 The Army reorganization bill progressed under Congress Test Week with plans for a large funding package around 4150 000 000 and an increase of 60 000 000 over last year The president indicated a likely approval timeline while lawmakers noted shifts in national guard and border service integration and possible continued consideration of a volunteer bill ahead of broader reforms
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Payen
Washington
Pyoaldyni
Allen
Army
Slam Ueylthin
Ghafrmen May
Chunihory
Tha House
Eenato
Hay
Benatar Chambor
Chamberlain
Congress
All Methodism Backed for Union Meeting Plan
Saratoga Springs May 22 The general conference adopted a resolution to adjourn to a date fixed by the board of bishops enabling a 1918 meeting for unity with the Southern church proposal. The ballot for missionary bishop for Africa failed to produce a choice. Candidates included Johnson Crowther Camphor and others with Camphor leading in Africa territory but falling short by votes.
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Saratoga Springs
Union of All Methodiam Wan
General Conference
Board of Bishops
Namié Tine
Africa
Liberia
Tors
Lberia
Johnson
Bronx City
Jamen E. Crowther
New York
T4baria
Alexander B. Camphor
Ermingham
Alm
Mrs Myrlie Dutcher Dead Aged 28 In Palmer Braxton
Mrs Myrlie Dutcher 28 wife of Emory Butcher a Palmer Braxton County resident died at 8 20 Monday morning in a local hospital after four months of ill health. The body will be prepared for burial by a local undertaking company. Burial arrangements and family details follow.
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Myrlie Dutcher
Emory Butcher
Palmer
Braxton
Tibercule
Wouriers Hmory Batcher
Adam
Mya Raver Gummx Moter
Amos
Charles
John
George Bright
Hraxton
Fatal cyclone hits Birmingham area leaving several dead
A May 23 cyclone plowed through Birmingham and nearby areas, killing three and injuring ten or more. Authorities report the storm damaged homes driving residents to seek safety while responders work at the scene.
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Birmingham
Ala
Perdonk
Restltiot Moyclona
Hitnick
Guringsida and
Sones
Tan Mifles
Thisnarminge
Sibley’s Troops in Danger May Be Sent for Rescue
Reports say two troops of the Fourteenth Cavalry are in danger near Lita with a punitive column possible. General Minneton reports may move to relieve the force as Mayor Langhorne and the CheNth Cavalry move north toward the front.
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Sibley
Lita
Relvid
Langhorne
Favorite Place at World’s Fair Highlighted by YWCA Building
The Young Women's Christian Association built a $43,000 exposition pavilion at the fair serving employment, recreation, advice and protection. It employed 318 women and hosted about 594 dollars from an emergency fund, with widespread aid from hospital care and transportation services. The display drew thousands, opening opportunities for women workers and fostering Christian fellowship.
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Young Woman's Christian Association
Chriatian Association
Facin
Aix Montha
Aix
Lucia
Lundiacre
Salen Tuanship
Tha Espoxilion
Bitter Debate to Be Prevented at General Assembly
Atlantic City May 22 Some leaders of the Presbyterian general assembly seek to prevent bitter debate on the floor over the alloted authority at the New York presbytery and schedule a delay to allow more discussion. The committee reports minor overtures and recommends postponement to reach a consensus before action in New York.
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Atlantic City
Presbyterian General
New York
Oren
J. Ron Bterannon
Ahairman
Ling
London May 2 A Rebeltion and Premier Remarks
Fragmented text reports a London May date with references to rebels and a pivotal House of Commons exchange. It mentions the premier’s remarks and questions about a contentious subject, with scattered names and phrases indicating a political crisis or rebellion suppression.
Carranza's New Note Due in Washington
Unclear wartime dispatch cites arrival of Carranza note in Washington with potential impact on policy. Fragmentary references mention Garibaldi era terms and generals, indicating diplomatic maneuvering and possible shifts in the border or frontier discussions.
Silbey's Detachments on American Side
Silbey's detachments on the American side are described amid confusion near Prague. The dispatch notes tension and threats across the boundary with unclear specifics, referencing Major and forces with wording suggesting contested positions and potential actions.
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Silbey
Mysterious World War II Dispatch From London Reported By State Department
A fragmented May 22 telegram from Washington indicates the State Department received a London update about a plan involving a political figure. The message references a central government and a potential death but remaining details are unclear due to garbled text.
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S Arrow
Washington
Afoliador
Ats
London
Tateyea
State Department
Wie
Kovernment
Delliguy
Filing Notice in Anne County Court
A public record entry shows a filed for record action in Anne County. The notice lists a county clerk's filing action with reference to a docket number and dates indicating official recording of documents. Further specifics are unreadable in the fragment.
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Tyrol
Willy Ba
Debalt
Nitos
Pepo Ares
Legich
Mito
Kuh
Raymond Kuh
Meadowbrook
Wilson
Methodism
United
Mrs, Butcher
Braxton County
Dies Fy Hospital
Dinirioe
Nate Ob
Jon
Ambiria
Venice
Wan Worm
Victoria Walt
General Funston
Ashion'art League
Coast Bathing Girls
Victoria Wall
Prise
Bathing Girle
Cig
Norved
Christ
Ita
New
Wien
Socll
Raltgloun Norvie
Munger Pond
Tf Hua
Ita Christiane
Presbyterian General Assembly
Amenoa
Corociaren
Acta
House of Commons
Andria
Carranza
Borden
Glen Pelays
Tax
Remehad
Reviously Gojone
Jeed Bean
Lyngh
An Eagh
Great Britain
Wilsons
Lerma
Anne
Waur
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