London Cheers U.S. Troops as Taft Tax Bill Debate Rages
London reporters describe U S troops cheered amid a heated war taxation bill debate in Washington. Senator La Follette, joined by Gore and Thoms, issues a minority report criticizing heavy tax shifts to the masses. The proposal foresees higher war profits taxes while directing broader taxation on everyday commodities.
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Nat s Guard Troops To Leave Soon For France
Aug. war department statement today announces plans for sending the first National Guard troops to France. The Forty Second division will include troops from twenty six states and the District of Columbia. Departure date to be fixed. units will likely move soon. Brigadier General W. Mann to command the guard division.
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U S Troops Foiled by British Ovation in London
U S troops marching to France received the most Mighty ovation in London, with crowds lining streets to Buckingham Palace. King George and American Ambassador Page reviewed them, flags flew and reporters likened the scene to great war welcomes.
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Projected Grain Control Corporation Formed
Washington Aug 15 The plan, approved by President Wilson, creates a national grain control corporation modeled on the shipping corporation to oversee grain supplies. Herbert Hoover will chair with a government funded fifty million dollar capital, endorsing a method to manage grain resources.
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President Wilson names wheat price fixing commission chair
President Wilson announced the nine member wheat price fixing commission for the food administration. Williams College President Garfield will serve as chairman of the panel.
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Dustin Farnum Stars In The Iron Strain At Dream
Alaskan tale features Dustin Farnum as the cave man and Enid Markey as the society butterfly. A summer spectacle with scenic grandeur, the plot follows a dance hall girl’s jealousy and a Cinderella romance amid a kidnapping. Produced by Triangle in six thrilling acts with three daily showings.
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Notice of Leaving and Final Settlements
Notice states intent to leave soon and promises prompt payment of all debts upon presentation. Requests similar promptness from those indebted and asks readers to advertise in The Nome Nugget.
British Forces Push Forward On Lens
World War I dispatch reports Sir Douglas Haig continuing the Lens offensive with daylight thrusts from Hill 70 northwest of Lens. Canadian forces seized slopes, pushing deep into the northern Lens outskirts as German defenses reel under heavy artillery and coordinated assaults.
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French Advance Lines in Belgium Reported
Paris dispatch says French forces have advanced along the Belgian front with substantial gains, key positions captured north of Mons and along the Diest to Toogne road. German counterattacks were slight. French artillery destroyed German defenses as the drive continued through the night and into yesterday.
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Teutons Gain Ground On East Front Amid Heavy Fighting
Berlin reports German forces advance west of Okina in Southwestern Moldavia and seize several villages as Russia and Romania resist. In Bukowina Teutons press past island defenses while Avstro-German troops assault Anawin defenses. Sereth fighting continues with efforts to pierce Russian lines. Berlin claims over three thousand Russian prisoners taken in Lower Chileta and Baltic Sea actions.
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Allies Seek Three Billion Dollar War Loan Aid
Washington reports Treasury Secretary McAdoo says Congress will be asked to authorize a three billion dollar loan to African allies from the seven billion war credit. A larger war tax drive is planned to fund army needs. Captain Royle takes charge of the Belvedere as Captain Porter retires due to illness.
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Peace proposal sparks mixed diplomatic bets on German colonies
Washington dispatch notes many officers oppose the pope's peace proposals as currently shaped. Diplomats say references to restoring German colonies signal German influence at the talks and foresee a trade restoral. Belief centers on restoration of Belgium and Serbia in exchange. Today’s news in the Nugget.
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