Submarine Threat Overstated Says British Admiral
London reports Admiral Sir Rosslyn Wemyss doubts a German blockade of U S shores. He believes one submarine may have been sent to frighten Americans, argues for centralized naval effort in the North Sea and Mediterranean, and notes strong American naval cooperation while warning the episode could impact sea traffic policy.
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London
Atlantic
United States
Rosslyn Wemyns
Brsh Admiralty
North Sea
Mediterranean
Wemyss
North
Gibraltar
Archibald 8. Hurd
Napoleon
Admiral Mahan
American
British Isles
Barrow
Pol Fey
Sean
Europe
Eight Thousand on Casualty List in WWI Report
Washington June 16 seven hundred seventy casualties reported among American expeditionary forces in the week ending today. Total since landing in France reaches 8,085 with 3,192 deaths and 4,547 wounded. Missing 346 include all held as prisoners in Germany. Convoy system praised for low losses. many wounded return to duty within six weeks.
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Washington
France
War Department
Germany
Follo
Tuscania
Moldavia
America
Rose as Queen of Flowers Shines in Mossy Stem Display
A florist describes a rose as fully blown and radiant, sitting on a mossy stem. The flower beams with beauty and leaves glow like fire. The air is filled with its sweet odor, making it the delight of every eye.
Weather wisdom from a street whistler observation
In a quirky aside Mr Jorgleby notes that when boys whistle in the street, rain is likely to stop soon. He believes the sign comes from automatic human response to meteorological change, a trend he has observed many times, especially after gloomy days.
Still Got Their Nick James
The Williams family rejects nicknames preferring full given names. Father William Williams names five sons William Willard Wilbert Wilfred Wilmot to avoid abbreviations. The brothers end up known locally as Bill Skinny Dutch Chuck and Kid. Cleveland Plain Dealer.
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William Willams
Jess
Williams
William
Will
Willie
Willard
Mr. Willams
Wilbert
Wilfred
Wilmot
Bill
Skinny
Dutch
Chuck
Kid
Cleveland Plain Dealer
Good Advice From a Rail Chief to a Prosperous Youth
A millionaire son joined his father’s railroad office in New York but faced hostility from clerks. The father revealed that top leaders rose from modest starts and urged the boy to work hard, be friendly, and avoid drifting. The youth embraced the lesson and is now expected to advance.
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New York
Ufe
Fencing Masters Linked to Napoleon and Metternich In Strasbourg
Metternich recalls being sent to Strasbourg in 1788 to study fencing under a master who also tutored Bonaparte. In 1806 the same master, M Juster or Justet, visited Metternich and joked that his pupils Napoleon and the Austrian ambassador in Paris might not fight each other. An Almanac d Alsace notes a Justet fencing master in Strasbourg that year.
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Metternich
Strasbourg
Bonaparte
M. Juster
Napoleon
Paris
Alsace
Justet
Carbon Ink Endurance and the Quest for Permanent Writing
An article discusses ideal ink properties such as non-depositing, colorfast under oxidation or reduction, and permanence. It notes carbon ink as the most trustworthy option for durable writing and enduring marks, highlighting its repairable yet lasting qualities.
Value of Assumption
The remark notes that Wilggins feigns certainty to charm many, hoping to connect them with a wider circle of people he regards as influential. The passage suggests a belief in social leverage through false confidence.
Doan's Kidney Pills Featured in Local Ad Notices
The page includes old cure claims for colic drenching remedies and a major Doan's Kidney Pills testimonial from Mrs. Dolly McKinzie of Dilton. It cites the product as effective for kidney pain and nervous debility, with price 60c and Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo as the distributor, dated 6-13-21.
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Dean
Mia
Dolly McKinzie
Dilton
Doan
Down
Louse Killer Promoted for Chickens and Plants
A local ad promotes LU. A. Thomas' Louse Killer as a remedy for lice on chickens and pests on cucumber tomato and squash vines. The Pee Dee Cash Store lists the product with a June sale and guarantee.
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Farris
A. Thomas
Pee Dee Cash Store
Master’s Sale in Dillon County South Carolina
The Peoples Bank of Dillon sues V M Barrantine in Dillon County Court of Common Pleas. Pursuant to Judge Edward W Meiver a master will sell July 1 at the county courthouse by public auction for cash a land parcel near Dillon. The lot measures 25 by 150 feet, bounded by Darguin Street, Lot 76, and Lot of T S Richbourg, conveyed to W M Barrantine. If bid is refused, resale may occur at the risk of the former purchaser. A B Jordan Master for Dillon County.
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State of
South Carolina
Dillon
Court of Common Pleas
Peoples Bank
Darguin
T. S. Richbourg
W. M. Barrantine
W. R. Beth
A. B. Jordan
Dillon Coun
Notice of Elector Registration Periods and Qualifications
Notice is given that registration books will be open at the courthouse every day in July and August except Sundays until 30 days before the general election. Qualifications include two years in the county, four months in the precinct, and a tax receipt showing all taxes paid. No one may vote unless registered. F. M. Page, E. A. Bethe, H. McRae, Board Registration, Dillon County.
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ugUar
F. M. Page
E. A. Bethe
H. McRae
Board
Déllon Co
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