Confessions of a German Deserter Chapter XvVI Continued
A deserter recalls life at the front in Vauquois and Varennes, the collapse of German rule, and his escape to Holland and finally New York. He describes famine, deportations, intense trench fighting, and a turning point toward desertion and anti militarist awakening. He contrasts German propaganda with American liberty and predicts Allied victory.
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England
Germany
Kaldenkirchen
Venlo
Holland
America
New York
United States
Washington
Lusitania
Berlin
Wilson
Hindenburgs
Verdun Front Struggles and Repeated Offensives in 1915
The narrative recalls a deteriorating front line in which both sides pursued persistent local offensives. Verdun serves as a base for French troop concentrations and heavy guns moved along field railways, signaling intensifying pressure as spring 1915 approaches.
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Verdun
Escape Across the Dutch Border During Furlough
The narrator describes obtaining a short eight day leave from authorities and crossing into the Netherlands while disguised in civilian clothes. He travels under the pretense of visiting relatives and purchases a railroad ticket to Kal.
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Kal
Awake to Sense Reflects on Regret and Mood Shifts
Fragmented phrases suggest a contemplation on how people view the world as drab and their life choices. Mentions a vegetable pill and a brisk walk as potential catalysts for changing perception.
Daimler Case Triggers German Public Uproar
German papers discuss the Daimler firm of Stuttgart amid government takeovers of Daimler factories. Allegations include unexplained price increases to the state, refusal to allow book inspections, and reported profits up to fifteen hundred percent versus claims of eleven percent.
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Daimler
Germany
Daimler Firm
Stuttgart
Erement
Reichs
Tomato Refuse Utilization and Literary Notes
A U S Department of Agriculture bulletin details converting tomato pulp waste into fixed oil and meal for edible, soap, or drying oil uses and urges cooperative reducing plants. The New York Medical Journal reviews Anton Checkov's Nine Humorous Tales noting Checkov as a doctor and Russian with literary influence.
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U. S. Department of Agriculture
Italy
New York Medical Journal
Anton Checkey
Medical Authority
France
Checkov
Street organs fade from London streets
The piece notes that street organs are rarely seen in London as Italian players join country battles. With air raids guiding crowds to provincial roads, the arts scene shifts outward and Soho’s young dancers may recall how to dance despite the quiet in the city.
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London
Soho
Christian Science Monitor
Subdued Gabson Meets Change After Marriage
Rumor notes Gabson, once loud and audacious, has quieted considerably after marrying a woman of notable executive ability. The change follows a fate that often befalls loud men, as colleagues observe his restraint and new demeanor.
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Gabson
Ceene
Ice Delivery Disturbance In Pittsfield Yard
A Pittsfield woman called for four pieces of ice. A large eight cylinder car pulled into the yard. The driver asked if ice had been ordered and was told yes. He took two pieces from the car and carried them into the house.
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Pittsfield
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