War talk on Eastern Front and Russian capital fate
A historical passage discusses whether the eastern front is the war’s key, questioning American focus on Europe. It weighs Riga, Petrograd, and Moscow’s roles, suggesting Tsarist stability and political treason risks, with speculation on Kerensky and the value of keeping the capital in Petrograd.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Russia
America
Western Front
Rosen Commission
Germany
Moscow
Rinala
Kerenaky
Teer
Govermen
Thutala
Hermans
Fragmented OCR notes on wartime policy and dissent
Fragmented text discusses U S wartime policy and international tensions, mentioning Europe and national unity. It references postwar preparation, political critics, and perceived threats to domestic security, with unclear attributions and many garbled terms. The piece hints at debates over foreign policy, internal control, and public reaction amid conflict.
A Naval Battle Seen As Moral Lift In War Warnings
The article argues a decisive sea battle would greatly boost American morale in wartime. It recalls historic naval clashes from Constitution versus Guerriere to Dewey at Manila Bay, and warns Germany may seek a final fleet stand from Wilhelmshaven, inviting a US Britain clash at sea.
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United States
Paul Jowought
James Lawrence
Chesapeake
Peacock
Lawrence
Umm Modors Perry
Lake Erie
Monitor
Merrimac
Dewey
Manila Bay
Germany
Wilhelmshaven
Great Beltais
Wilson letter to the pope on German war aims and peace
The article reports President Wilson urging the pope to influence Germany toward peace. It notes calls for German overthrow of the government and outlines expectations from Allied leaders. It mentions German civilians, soldiers, and workers as part of the war’s human toll.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
Wilton
Wishington
Wee
Wilson
Gertie
Matthias Erzberger
Unite States
German Coalition Play Signals Political Drama in Weimar Era
The article critiques a German government move likening it to a step toward broader democracy yet questions its democratic value. It argues Chancellor Michaelis may be acting to repair public image before the Reichstag over a peace resolution, portraying him as a mere cog in the Hohenzollern system.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
Michaelia
Redstag
Michaelis
Trade War Amid Postwar German Economic Moves
A Washington department of commerce warning suggests Germany will press for global economic reach after the war, expanding into neutral markets like the Americas. The piece notes U.S. competition will sharpen and stresses stronger foreign trade education as the nation prepares for a possibly larger postwar trade conflict.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Department of Commerce
Washington
Germany
Houly
Central America
United States
Finmany
Kron High Aphoale
The
University of Berlin
Finrmany
Pliny
Wilson's Reply Cites World War Record And Policy
The United States reaffirms its World War stance before the world, noting firm opposition to reprisal and subsidies of reprivals. President Wilson's reply, delivered in Washington after Pope Benedict's note, was courteous yet definite, rejecting the notion of returning to war and urging enduring peace.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Wilson
Benedict
Washington
Miff
Weizing
Army of cripples and the German army
The piece argues that even disabled soldiers, including cripples, are being pressed to fight in the German army. It states central powers faces weak reserves, cites warnings about potential threats, and notes German inability to sustain a full front. It reflects wartime pessimism and calls for continued vigilance.
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Germainy
Germany
Sven Belnte
Fire Rages Through Liberty Barns Destroying Livestock
Fire at Liberty wrecked two barns on Mont Liberty road, causing heavy damage to a mare, several chickens, and stored goods. About 100 volunteers fought the blaze, saving nearby structures but eight stock animals perished and substantial material loss reported. Estimates placed damages near 92,000 dollars with additional losses of fuel and equipment.
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Mt. Liberty
Awe
Wirt
Delanelay
Gilbert Qwenadi
Phillipe
The Beh Mr and Nownee The T Evening
Readable parts indicate a local item about a person named Mr and an event in the evening. The fragmentary text omits clear actions or outcomes. No dates or places are discernible.
Local notices from Morrow County village scene
A fractured report details a minor line rent disruption near Sparta and social visits across Carterbury and nearby towns. Mentions Miss Dulcie Hifi, Gerald Mihek, Ward Metlek, and Lettie Landbone among residents, with household visits and a line well purchase noted.
Sunday Visits And Local Gatherings In Hedding Chapel Area
Residents spent Sunday with relatives and neighbors across Hedding Chapel and Mouleturrie locales. Attendees included Mrs Melton, Marion Tate, Olive, and Melvin Zeisler, visiting family at various nearby homes. conversations noted casual gatherings and shared meals.
Milford's Attractive Home Visit From Western Knox County
Morny and song, Lawrence at hotel, visiting in the home of W. Harekay Mr and Mrs CG. Conver. Vernon spent Sunday with Mr and Mrs 1h P Hobhe Road Supt aH Kinnard. A force of mip cutting ows Mio Hive Corners Nit. Miss Neva Ewing spent last week with Columbus, Tolbh Robinson and family of Hehy Ware spent Sunday with Mr and Mrs 6 Aheley and Mr and Myre. Okay Welter of Professionalown attended Thursday and Friday with GW. Geaghart, Le, AL Wright attended the Institute teaching.
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Spong
Colnvtine Konner
Speeiman
W. Harekay
Mea
Conver
Vernon
Kinnard
Neva Ewing
Ty Columbus
Tolbh Robinson
Hawnliy
Aheley
Anid Myre
Okay Welter
Pydae
Geaghart
AL Wright
Price nostalgia and odd clippings on potatoes and era costs
A clipped column muses on price history with potatoes at 12 cents a bushel and four cent staples, citing Perry county notes from a school superintendent. The rambling piece blends old prices, social musings, and a playful aside about a mysterious Quiet Charlotte character from the New York Globe.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Perry County
Cof A. la Mutey
Wilton
Juanes
State Fair crowds balk at limited train cars
A large crowd from Mount Vernon hoped to reach Columbus for the Ohio state fair on the 7:40 train, but only five coaches were available and all seats filled. About 135 people were blocked and forced to wait for the 10:18 Pennsy schedule, delaying many local visitors.
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Columbus
Mts Vernon
Pennny Trariin Road
Oberlin Business College Enrolls Record Numbers
Oberlin Business College reports unprecedented demand for stenographers bookkeepers and office staff with five times as many calls as positions, prompting immediate employment prospects for fall term opening Tuesday September 1 as students from across Ohio enroll. A cafe scene excerpt notes a chance encounter and a line about renewing old friendships from Cleveland Plain Dealer.
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Oberlin Business College
Ohio
Sec
Fae
All Choked Up With Catarrh Solve With S. S. S.
The ad warns catarrh chokes nose and lungs and urges not to rely on sprays or douches. It claims S. S. S. cleanses catarrh germs from blood and offers medical advice via Swift Specific Co. in Atlanta Georgia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Listle
Charlotte
New York Globe
Swift Specific Co
Dept
Atlanta, Ga
Campfire and community notices from Mt Zion region
Several from Mt Zion attended a New Castle campfire. John Kirk entered the Soldiers' Home at Sandusky last week. Mrs Frank Rinehart and her daughter Mrs Hine Santa of Newark responded ten days ago. Mr and Mrs Gy Taylor and Mrs and Mrs Flock of Mr Verdon visited Sunday with Mr and Mrs John Wolfe.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Castle
Printing ballots bid notice for Knox County election
Proposals for printing ballots in Knox County Ohio are invited by the Board of Deputy State Supervisor for Knox County. Sealed bids due by 2 o clock Saturday September 8 1917 at the Potertian Building Mt Vernon. Bids must include a performance bond equal to double the bid and signatures from board members. Delivery set for October 6 1917. Board reserves right to reject any or all bids. By order of the board Samuel L Peterman chief Dennis Samuel R Gotshall and assistants.
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Hicetion
Knox County
Ohio
South Main Street
Mt Vernon
Elvetion
Dietriete Dn
Office of Eat Board
Samuel LL Peterman
Dennis Samuel R
Gotshall
Executors Sale of the Coleman Estate in Howard Ohio
Executors of Florence Coleman say they will sell the household goods of Marene Te Coleman on Tuesday September 4 at 1 pm at the late residence in Howard Ohio. Sale includes bed, bedding, rugs, chairs, kitchen utensils and more. Cash only. Lorin Gritchield and Hos Cor Clow serve as executors.
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Marenen Te. Coleman
Puffle Sale
Florence BK. Coleman
Howard
Ohio
Lorin Gritchield
Hoscor Clow
Florence HK
Coleman
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Unitedtates
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Secon Manbete
Mary Feland
Pxnlonton
JNU
Geran Jy
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Tewe
Suaydelan
Peeret
China
Servien
Dbs
Lee Herco
Alge
Rae
Rupert
MIT
Liberty
Ebee
Hrikiy
Sparta
Morrow County
Dulete
Millet Howe Francié
Gerald Mihek
Carterbury
Ward Metlek
Lab
HTL
Chano
Tate Tractor
Marlow
Hoyer
Hhitilg McBilletry
Cho Eeland Rakurned
Honty Bullday
Syenitine
Bo Wrelka Hare
Hedding
Ehitae
Myre
Mero
Mire
Robert Sanaenont
Verne
Olive
Air Marian Tayeaponk
Mouleturrie
Gid
Bimor
Don
Aetiur
le Hames
AO M
Bilge
Mier Allon
Mherty
Carley Curt
Thiebtoe
Mary
Suniday
Uted
Marion Geiffet
Chesters Ste
Avant Mea
Melvin Zeisler
Snl
Hive
Marion Lavie
Fontied
Uavin
Eenloy
Whlel Wan Weld
Giele
Frank Thet
Hone Tien
Spatta
Prevent Sa Ae Fa
Capitol City
ARGE
Tle
Waltera
Walter
Walt
Cleveland Plain Dealer
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FORD
Dodge Brothers
Overland
Interstate
Nyhart Auto Sales Co
West High St
MT. Zion
Marble Cliff Quarries
Red
Gambler Street
Mt. Vernon
Stream & Rimer
Exchal
Old Reliable Rock Company
Luther
F. Aimae Main St. Cit
Frank O. Levering
High Street
Huntsberger
McDermott
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