Atlantic Port Reports Sailors From British Convoy Suffer Submarine Attacks
Passengers arriving on an English liner tell of German submarine activity off an Atlantic port during July 4, describing a convoy sailing to Europe with 7,000 American troops aboard. An American destroyer attacked a submarine, depth charges were dropped, and several vessels were sunk or damaged.
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Atlantic
Europe
Uriah Tank, Borts
Azul Neldeh Denioyrera
Che Trates Poris
Lunoaty
Thes Desroyers
Daliaet
Unter States
Lin
Hrldak
Merry Widow Remedy Claims Digestive Relief After Typhoid
A reader recounts near nine years of widowhood and chronic stomach and liver trouble. After three months on Mayr's Wonder Remedy she reports regular bowels and renewed health. Advertisement claims the preparation clears cecal irritants and inflammation causing stomach and intestinal ailments, with a money refund offer via Melntyre Drug Co and Graceists.
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Mayr
Tam
Han
Melntyre Drug Co
YANKEES HELP THE AUSTRALIANS IN EUROPE FRONT
Fragmented wartime dispatches describe Allied and Australian troops advancing near Maced and Ville Sut Anero with heavy enemy resistance. Reports claim gains and prisoner captures as American infantry support actions along the Orit frontier and south of Ukas Somme amid operating efforts by Australian forces. A separate note notes a Japanese death on a rail crossing near San Jose with a northbound incident reported on Southern tracks.
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London
Marshal Hale
Uka
Somme
Auad
Annericny
Vilage
Maced
Conjenetan
Auwtralied Groupe
San Jose
Cat
Sin Ispesa
M. ‘Tebalik
Sandus
Western Union Head Explains New York Statement on Govt Takeover
Newcomb Cariton, president of Western Union Telegraph, explains in a July 4 statement to employees the government’s consideration of taking over the telegraph company on the eve of an employes association. He warns against outside influence and defends the company stance while noting union formation and possible contract implications.
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New York
Ousslin
Foyer Amente
Pnions
Dostmaster Burleson
Howe Commantes
Stver Appiard
Poutaster General
Sanctabion
Tirgely
Ifa
Western Union
Carl ‘Ton
Czecho-Slovaks seize Vladivostok as guards clash
Washington reports Czech Slovak forces have taken control of Vladivostok’s main government buildings. Russian sailors on shore were withdrawn after the occupation began. Some Czech Slovaks were killed. Soviet authorities were not surrendering.
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Washington
Tublers
Touayrom
CarechoSlovak
Ameren
Byitlsi
Iapangsenay
Mt Gards
Fovcr
Pershing Receives Telegrams From Across the Allies
General Pershing in France on Independence Day received numerous telegrams and greetings. He thanked well wishers, noting the shared joy of America’s freedom with Allied nations. Messages referenced the victory of allied forces and the ongoing celebrations in Italian and French towns, praising American aid and the companionship of French children in the festivities.
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France
Buty
Croneral Crrakng
Ceirrad
Todd Paubena de Din Sonera
Pershing
Aserioa
Peretti
Geen
Vrance
Sam Hyeums
Iam
Aleepdy
Lex
Ehfidern
President Wilson’s Call to Endure and Unite for Peace
President Wilson vows the United States and its allies will not sheath the sword until central powers are defeated. He emphasizes a final settlement based on a league of nations and universal law, addressing a diverse audience and praising the sacrifices of nations striving for a just postwar order.
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Washington
Witton
America
United States
John McCormack
Washinpton
Ameren
Tan
Lounell
Phasrour
Preanent
Agalnat Wulversey
Clermany
Russia
Forks Bahkmerett
Mussia
Kerensky
Felix Streyckmans
Chicago
Delghim
Coumlles
Wde
Sonfesslang
Holy Adaptian
World War I Battle Report Amid French Advance
Fragmentary World War I clash notes describe Allied forces advancing near Amiens, with French troops spearheading attacks and German positions under pressure. References mention 1,500 prisoners, tanks, smoke barrages, and German break in lines near Monlices, reflecting early 1918 fighting.
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Bron
Hinnel
Amiens
Vitro
Haniel Wooda
Australas
Positiens
Monlices
Ouvent
Allied and Axis Actions Highlight Weekday War Dispatches
Tuesday night reports show German and Soviet clashes amid broader Allied advances and celebrations of American Independence Day. Early fighting near Valabriaburg and along the Trans-Siberian corridor is noted, with peasant mobilizations and factory labor declines in Germany. Public observances across Paris, London, and Italian cities mark the Fourth of July, while political moves hint at potential German air raid limits and leadership changes in Vienna.
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Habana
Ems
Teilan
Ghewee
Tatiana
San Lorenen
Throw
Ramanaceniciy
Mohammed I
Turkey
Crandia
Siltat
Sultan Atwtul Agia
Terinburg
Yeux
Chateau -Thierry
Fendon
England
Craneo
Paris
Italy
France
Burg
Hanover
Frankfurter Zeitung
Frankfort
Dsr
Wir
Richard von Kuehlmann
Steinsche Westfalische Zeitung
Essen
Omora
Germany
Vienna
Caernin Jslain
Chatlea
Baron Burian
Spanish influenza spreads rapidly reports from Amsterdam
German newspapers relay rapid spread of Spanish influenza across Amsterdam and surrounding areas in July 1918. Reports note fears of wave surges, rising cases, and strained hospitals while authorities urge vigilance and public health measures.
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Amsterdam
Browen
Ham
Flying Field Named Bolling Field in Memory of Colonel Dallifig
July 4 report from Washington notes Bolling Field named in memory of Colonel Ry nal C. Dallifig of New York who was killed in action in France during the German drive last March. The field serves as a terminal for the New York Philadelphia route and is located in this city.
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Hngton
Washington
Bolling Field
Rynal C. Dallifig
New York
France
New Caprovi Airship Makes First Night Flight
New Caprovi airship in New York powered by litery rotors cruised at 120 miles an hour during its first night flight at Mine volan. Aero Lab of America announced the trial was successful and marked a milestone for an American built airship program.
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New York
Minevolan
Aerolab of America
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